🏆 Anime Vanguards Tier List (August 2025) – Best Units Ranked!
💡 Conquer the Meta with the Best Units
Anime Vanguards is a thrilling Roblox tower defense game that brings iconic anime characters from Jujutsu Kaisen, Demon Slayer, Dandadan, and more to battle waves of enemies. With Update 7.5 introducing new units and shifting the meta, choosing the right units is crucial for dominating Story, Infinite, Challenges, Paragon, and Raid modes. This tier list ranks all units based on their performance, rarity, and utility to help you build a squad that crushes the competition. Whether you’re summoning Mythic units or evolving Legendaries, this guide will steer you toward the best picks in August 2025.
🔁 Updated: August 18, 2025
Based on Update 7.5, community feedback from Discord, and gameplay testing. Check back weekly for balance changes and new units.
🎯 Anime Vanguards Tier List
Our tier list ranks units from best to worst, considering DPS, utility, passives, upgrade costs, and performance across game modes. Higher-rarity units (Mythic, Secret) often dominate, but some Epic and Legendary units shine with the right traits and team synergy. Evolved units are ranked separately from their base forms due to significant power boosts.
S+ Tier: Meta-Defining Powerhouses
These evolved and Secret units are the best in Anime Vanguards, offering unmatched DPS, utility, and versatility. Prioritize summoning and evolving these for endgame content.
| Unit | Rarity | Why They’re Top-Tier | Recommended Trait |
|---|---|---|---|
| Igros (Elite Knight) | Secret | Insane DPS, AoE, and passives; dominates all modes with low SPA. | Monarch, Precision |
| Alocard (Vampire King) | Secret | Massive AoE damage, high range, and survivability; a must-have for raids. | Monarch, Sniper |
| Gujo (Infinity) | Mythic | Freeze passive, high DPS, and SPA reduction make him a boss-killer. | Monarch, Precision |
| Tuji (Sorcerer Killer) | Mythic | Shield-breaking, high DPS, and dual abilities for mobs or bosses. | Monarch, Sniper |
| Vogito Super (Awakened) | Mythic | Huge AoE DPS and multi-hit passives; excels in Infinite and Paragon modes. | Monarch, Precision |
| Tengon (Flashiness) | Mythic | High DPS, burn damage, and strong AoE; ideal for Story and Raids. | Monarch, Sniper |
| Jag-o (Inferno) | Mythic | Evolved fire unit with devastating DPS and AoE; top-tier for wave-clearing. | Monarch, Precision |
S Tier: Near-Top Performers
These units are still exceptional, offering high damage and utility. Great for players who can’t yet access S+ evolutions.
| Unit | Rarity | Why They’re Great | Recommended Trait |
|---|---|---|---|
| Song Jinwu (Monarch) | Mythic | High DPS, multiple passives, and strong range; excellent for all modes. | Monarch, Sniper |
| Cha-In (Blade Dancer) | Mythic | High DPS, wide AoE, and low deploy cost; meta for early and mid-game. | Precision, Sniper |
| Akazo (Destructive) | Mythic | Strong AoE and DPS; reliable for wave-clearing despite nerfs. | Monarch, Precision |
| Blossom (Sakura) | Legendary | Essential support unit; removes stuns and debuffs in Raids and Story. | Healer, Precision |
| Sosuke (Storm) | Legendary | High damage and AoE with upgrade potential; great for mid-to-late game. | Monarch, Sniper |
| Haruka Rin (Dancer Evo) | Legendary | Boosts nearby units’ damage and range; a top-tier support for team synergy. | Healer, Precision |
A Tier: Solid and Reliable
These units are strong for most content, especially with proper upgrades and traits. Use them until you secure S-tier or higher.
| Unit | Rarity | Why They’re Good | Recommended Trait |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sprintwagon | Legendary | Generates Yen per wave; essential for economy in long modes like Infinite. | Healer, Precision |
| Obita (Awakened) | Legendary | Cool design, solid DPS, and multi-hit; great for mid-game content. | Precision, Sniper |
| Noruto (Sage) | Legendary | Reliable AoE and DPS; strong for Story and Challenges but outclassed by S-tier. | Monarch, Sniper |
| Kinaru | Epic | Stun immunity and multi-hit; great support for Story bosses. | Healer, Precision |
| Itochi | Epic | Best burn among sub-Mythics; solid DPS for shield-breaking. | Precision, Sniper |
| Inamuki | Epic | Pulls enemies toward him; strong early-game support with decent DPS. | Healer, Precision |
B Tier: Situational and Average
These units are decent for early to mid-game but get outclassed later. Use sparingly and replace with higher tiers.
| Unit | Rarity | Why They’re Decent | Recommended Trait |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alligator | Epic | Good early-game AoE and DPS; viable for beginners. | Precision, Sniper |
| Kinnua | Epic | Decent DPS and placement; useful in early Story stages. | Precision, Sniper |
| Vogita Super | Legendary | Multi-hit but weaker passives; outshined by evolved form. | Monarch, Sniper |
| Nobaba | Legendary | Bleed and cone AoE; situational for specific stages but not meta. | Precision, Sniper |
| Sasuke (Hebi) | Mythic | Underwhelming DPS for a Mythic; only use if lacking better options. | Monarch, Sniper |
| Noruto (Six Tales) | Legendary | Average DPS and utility; better options available. | Monarch, Sniper |
C Tier: Weak and Replaceable
These units are fillers for early-game or low-budget squads. Replace them as soon as possible.
| Unit | Rarity | Why They’re Weak | Recommended Trait |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inosake | Epic | One-dimensional; low DPS and weak passives. | Precision |
| Kakashi | Epic | Limited utility and poor scaling; only use as a starter. | Precision |
| Renguko | Legendary | Burn on placement but lacks AoE and scaling; outclassed by evolved form. | Precision, Sniper |
| Ichiga | Rare | Starter unit; decent early but quickly obsolete. | Precision |
| Norutu | Rare | Starter unit; minimal utility beyond early-game. | Precision |
| Luffo | Rare | Starter unit; low stats and no long-term value. | Precision |
🎮 How to Use This Tier List
- Focus on S+ and S Tiers: Prioritize summoning Mythic and Secret units like Igros (Elite Knight) and Alocard (Vampire King) via the Summoning Portal (50 Gems per pull). Evolve units like Gujo and Tuji for massive power spikes.
- Support Units Matter: Units like Blossom and Haruka Rin (Dancer Evo) are critical for debuff removal and team buffs, especially in Raids and Story modes.
- Trait Rerolls: Visit Mandra near the Evolve room to roll traits (1 Trait Reroll stone). Monarch (+15% damage, +10% range) and Precision (+25% crit chance) are ideal for DPS units; Healer (+20% health regen) suits supports.
- Farm Gems: Complete challenges, claim daily rewards, and redeem Anime Vanguards codes for Gems to summon high-rarity units. Check our Anime Vanguards Codes guide for the latest freebies.
- Game Mode Strategy:
- Story/Paragon: Use S+ units like Tuji (Sorcerer Killer) for shield-breaking and boss damage.
- Infinite: Pair Sprintwagon with DPS units like Gujo (Infinity) for sustained waves.
- Raids: Include Blossom to counter stun debuffs in Demon Slayer-inspired content.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How do I get S+ tier units like Igros (Elite Knight)?
A: Igros drops from Double Dungeon Disaster (Act 3, 0.75% chance). Other S+ units are summoned via the Mythic banner (0.5% chance) or evolved from base forms (e.g., Tuji to Sorcerer Killer). Use Gems from codes and challenges to boost summons.
Q: Why are some Legendary units in B tier?
A: Units like Vogita Super and Nobaba have weaker passives or scaling compared to evolved Mythics. They’re situational but outclassed in late-game content.
Q: Are starter units worth keeping?
A: Ichiga, Norutu, and Luffo are only useful early-game. Replace them with A-tier or higher units as soon as possible.
Q: How often does the meta change?
A: Updates like 7.5 shift the meta with new units and nerfs/buffs. Check the Anime Vanguards Discord (#announcements) for patch notes and new codes.
🌐 Join the Anime Vanguards Community
Stay ahead of the meta by connecting with the community:
- Discord: Join the official Anime Vanguards server for code drops and unit discussions (#wiki-suggestions for tier list feedback).
- Twitter/X: Follow @AnimeVanguardsRBLX for updates and events.
- YouTube: Watch creators like Sushiwi for unit showcases and strategies.
- Roblox Group: Join Kitawari’s group for exclusive perks.
📌 Final Thoughts
The Anime Vanguards Update 7.5 meta favors evolved Mythic and Secret units like Igros (Elite Knight) and Gujo (Infinity) for their raw power and utility. Pair them with supports like Blossom and Sprintwagon to dominate all modes. This tier list is based on community rankings, gameplay testing, and Discord insights, but playstyles vary—experiment with units that suit you! Bookmark this page and check weekly for updates, as new units or balance changes can shake up the rankings. For more Roblox tower defense guides, see our Anime Last Stand Tier List or Roblox Codes Hub.
📤 Share Your Thoughts
Got a favorite unit or disagree with our rankings? Drop your thoughts in the comments to help the community!