Secret rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
An elite Physical carry that rewards early placement and time to build its takedown-based power.
The best units ranked by role, cost, utility and game mode.
Source approach: Tier assignments and within-tier unit lists follow IGN’s guide updated July 21, 2026. Tier lists remain editorial and can change after balance updates.
Secret rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
An elite Physical carry that rewards early placement and time to build its takedown-based power.
Mythic rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
Copies a nearby high-value attacker, giving careful placement an exceptional damage ceiling.
Mythic rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
Cycles line, circle, and full-area spells while building stronger Arcane follow-ups over time.
Mythic rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
Marks the strongest enemy to take 20% more incoming damage, making it especially useful against bosses.
Legendary rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
Its powerful Yen generation accelerates the upgrades and effectiveness of the entire team.
Secret rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
IGN’s leading overall option thanks to summons, enemy rewind, strong damage, and Magical team support.
Exclusive rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
Multi-path Toy summons delay enemy pressure and create valuable time for the rest of the team.
Exclusive rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
Crimson Mark explosions and lingering pools make it a dependable lane-clearing damage dealer.
Mythic rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
Spreads Burn across groups and can place Wall of Fire for controlled lane damage.
Mythic rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
A strong Burn-oriented option that becomes more valuable alongside Flame Emperor.
Mythic rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
Giant Form provides strong burst damage, although its best output is less consistent than S-tier carries.
Mythic rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
Can ramp critical chance and damage across targets, but depends heavily on good map placement.
Mythic rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
Slow and Stagger keep enemies grouped, enabling both its own team and other synergy-dependent units.
Mythic rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
Rewards clustered enemies and coordinated nearby attackers, but needs favorable positioning.
Exclusive rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
Provides reliable critical pressure, with a tradeoff when its damage theft affects nearby allies.
Legendary rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
A useful Magical damage buffer, but only reaches full value in a heavily Magical lineup.
Legendary rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
A solid early Legendary choice for boss-focused teams without the broader impact of higher tiers.
Legendary rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
Offers useful early progression damage but is more focused on clearing weaker enemies.
Legendary rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
Builds value while focusing the same target, making it useful but more specialized.
Legendary rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
A capable Physical damage buffer whose team restriction keeps it below more flexible supports.
Legendary rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
Supports Magical teams with a regenerating bubble that helps protect against debuffs.
Epic rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
A practical Epic upgrade over starter units, but normally replaced after obtaining Legendary or Mythic options.
Epic rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
Useful during early progression as an Epic unit, with a lower long-term ceiling than higher rarities.
Epic rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
A stronger bridge beyond the starting roster, but not a final investment priority.
Epic rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
Helps clear early content until stronger Legendary or Mythic units become available.
Epic rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
A serviceable Epic progression unit that is eventually outscaled by higher-rarity pulls.
Epic rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
Worth using over Rare starters, while remaining a temporary roster upgrade.
Rare rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
A starting Rare unit intended to be replaced as soon as stronger progression pulls arrive.
Rare rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
A functional early starter without enough standout value for long-term investment.
Rare rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
Useful at the beginning, then outclassed by Epic and higher-rarity units.
Rare rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
Part of the starting foundation and best treated as a temporary roster slot.
Rare rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
A basic Rare starter that should be swapped out when a stronger unit reaches comparable investment.
Rare rarity@if($unit['is_evolved']), evolved
@endif
Supports the first stages but offers limited reason to invest after acquiring Epic units.
The best unit depends on the current meta, but as of July 2026, the top S-tier picks consistently perform well across modes. Check our S-tier section for the full ranking — a unit that's strong overall may still play differently depending on your team.
Ramen Guy deals little direct damage, but its powerful Yen generation accelerates the upgrades and effectiveness of the entire team.
We revisit this tier list after every major Anime Expeditions patch or balance change — a new unit, an ability nerf, or a community-discovered synergy can move rankings. The Verified date at the top of this page shows exactly when the current version was checked.
Not every minor patch reshuffles the rankings, but major updates often do — a D-tier unit can jump several tiers with a single buff. We re-evaluate placements against the current meta rather than just republishing the same list with a new date; see the Source approach note above for how each placement is decided.
If you're new to Anime Expeditions, look for S-tier units with high base stats and straightforward abilities rather than ones that need heavy trait investment or rare equipment — they carry you through the early game while you farm resources for more complex builds. Check each unit's placement reason above for cues on what it needs to perform well.
Tier rank reflects overall team value, not a fully upgraded build. Weak output usually means missing traits, equipment, or unit level — not a bad placement on the list.