How the Pity System Works in Anime Squadron
The pity system in Anime Squadron guarantees high-rarity unit drops after a certain number of summons without getting one. This prevents long dry spells and ensures that dedicated players eventually obtain powerful units even if their luck is poor. Understanding Anime Squadron pity mechanics is essential for planning your Gem spending efficiently.
Each banner tracks its pity counter independently. Pulls on the Basic Banner do not count toward the Selection Banner pity, and vice versa. When you obtain a high-rarity unit, the pity counter for that banner resets to zero.
| Banner | Mythic Pity | Secret Pity | Cost per Pull |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Banner | 50 pulls | 250 pulls | 50 Gems |
| Selection Banner | 40 pulls | 200 pulls | 75 Gems |
Why Pity Matters for Every Player
Without the Anime Squadron pity system, the 0.25% Secret rate would mean that most players could go thousands of pulls without seeing a Secret unit. Pity ensures that every 250 Basic Banner pulls (or 200 Selection Banner pulls) guarantees at least one Secret. This transforms the summoning experience from pure luck into a predictable investment, allowing you to plan your resources with confidence.
Base Summon Rates
Before diving into pity mechanics, it is important to understand the base summon rates. These rates apply to every pull until pity triggers.
| Rarity | Basic Banner Rate | Selection Banner Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Secret | 0.25% | 0.50% |
| Mythic | 1.50% | 2.00% |
| Legendary | 5.00% | 7.00% |
| Epic | 20.00% | 18.00% |
| Rare | 73.25% | 72.50% |
The Selection Banner offers roughly double the Secret rate and a higher Mythic rate compared to the Basic Banner. This, combined with its lower pity thresholds, makes it the preferred banner for targeting high-rarity units in Anime Squadron.
Probability of Getting a Secret Before Pity
Understanding the cumulative probability helps you set realistic expectations. Even though the Secret rate is 0.25% per pull on the Basic Banner, the chance of getting at least one Secret increases with each pull:
| Pulls (Basic) | Cumulative Secret Chance | Pulls (Selection) | Cumulative Secret Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | 11.8% | 40 | 18.1% |
| 100 | 22.1% | 80 | 33.0% |
| 150 | 31.3% | 120 | 45.1% |
| 200 | 39.4% | 160 | 55.1% |
| 250 | 100% (pity) | 200 | 100% (pity) |
This means that on the Basic Banner, roughly 39% of players will get a Secret before reaching pity at 250 pulls. The remaining 61% rely on the pity guarantee. On the Selection Banner, over half of all players get a Secret before pity.
Mythic Pity: Guaranteed at 50 Pulls
On the Basic Banner, you are guaranteed a Mythic unit at 50 pulls if you have not obtained one naturally. This costs 2,500 Gems total (50 pulls x 50 Gems). On the Selection Banner, Mythic pity triggers at 40 pulls, costing 3,000 Gems.
Most experienced players recommend saving at least 3,000 Gems before pulling on the Selection Banner so you can reach Mythic pity if needed. This ensures you never waste partial pity by running out of Gems mid-session.
The Mythic pity guarantee can produce any Mythic unit in the pool. On the Selection Banner, the featured Mythic unit has an elevated drop rate, but the pity guarantee does not necessarily give you the featured unit — it guarantees a Mythic of any type.
Mythic Pity Strategy Tips
- Always save enough Gems to reach Mythic pity before you start pulling
- If you pull a Mythic naturally before pity, your counter resets — that is a good outcome
- Use the Basic Banner for roster depth (cheaper per pull), Selection Banner for targeted Mythic
- Track your pulls manually since the game does not display pity count
Secret Pity: Guaranteed at 250 Pulls
Secret pity is the ultimate safety net in Anime Squadron. On the Basic Banner, you are guaranteed a Secret unit at 250 pulls (12,500 Gems). On the Selection Banner, this drops to 200 pulls (15,000 Gems). These are significant Gem investments that most free-to-play players need to save for over several weeks.
| Pity Type | Basic Banner Cost | Selection Banner Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Mythic | 2,500 Gems | 3,000 Gems |
| Secret | 12,500 Gems | 15,000 Gems |
The key strategy is to never start pulling unless you can afford to reach pity. If you spend 10,000 Gems on the Basic Banner without reaching Secret pity and then stop, those 200 pulls are effectively wasted because you got no Secret and the pity counter will eventually reset when the banner changes.
Secret Pity Gem Timeline (F2P)
| Week | Gems Saved (est.) | Cumulative | Can Afford? |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8,000-12,000 | 10,000 avg | Mythic pity only |
| 2 | 8,000-12,000 | 20,000 avg | Basic Secret pity |
| 3 | 8,000-12,000 | 30,000 avg | Selection Secret pity + extra |
| 4 | 8,000-12,000 | 40,000 avg | 2x Secret pity attempts |
With consistent play, a free-to-play player can afford a Secret pity every 1-2 weeks. Redeeming all active Anime Squadron codes (which provide 12,500+ Gems alone) gives you a massive head start toward your first Secret pity.
Does Pity Carry Over Between Banners?
This is one of the most frequently asked questions. The Anime Squadron pity counter for each banner type is persistent across rotations. If you make 100 pulls on the Basic Banner today and the banner rotates tomorrow, your 100 pulls carry over to the new Basic Banner rotation. However, the Selection Banner pity is separate from the Basic Banner pity.
This means you can strategically accumulate pity on the Basic Banner over time without needing to spend all your Gems in one session. Each pull brings you closer to the guaranteed Secret, even if you spread your pulls across multiple days.
| Scenario | Basic Banner Pity | Selection Banner Pity |
|---|---|---|
| Banner rotation | Carries over | Carries over |
| Switching banners | Does NOT carry over | Does NOT carry over |
| Getting a Mythic | Resets Mythic pity only | Resets Mythic pity only |
| Getting a Secret | Resets both counters | Resets both counters |
Planning Your Gem Spending Around Pity
The most efficient Gem spending strategy revolves around Anime Squadron pity thresholds. Here is a recommended approach for different player types:
| Player Type | Strategy | Gem Reserve |
|---|---|---|
| F2P Casual | Save for Selection Banner Mythic pity | 3,000+ Gems |
| F2P Dedicated | Save for Selection Banner Secret pity | 15,000+ Gems |
| Light Spender | Pull on Basic Banner, save for Selection Secret | 10,000+ Gems |
| Whale | Pull freely, chase Secret on any banner | No limit |
For free-to-play players, the math is clear. Earning approximately 10,000-15,000 Gems per week from all sources (Story, codes, dailies, Infinite Mode), you can afford one Secret pity every 1-2 weeks. This is actually quite generous compared to many gacha games and makes the grind feel rewarding.
Gem Saving Priority List
1. Redeem all active Anime Squadron codes first — instant 12,500+ Gems
2. Complete Story Mode — 8,000-24,000 Gems depending on difficulty
3. Daily login + weekly quests — 700-2,400 Gems per week
4. Infinite Mode milestones — 500-2,000 Gems per week
5. Raids and Boss Rush — bonus Gems from first completions
Pity System FAQ
Does getting a Mythic reset the Secret pity counter?
No, the Mythic and Secret pity counters are independent in Anime Squadron. Getting a Mythic from a natural pull resets only the Mythic counter. The Secret counter continues until you pull a Secret.
Can I check my current pity count?
The game does not display your exact pity count in the UI. Track your pulls manually or use community-made pity trackers available on the Anime Squadron Discord.
What happens to pity when the banner changes?
Pity for each banner type carries over between rotations. Basic Banner pity persists across Basic Banner rotations, and Selection Banner pity persists across Selection Banner rotations. They do NOT transfer between banner types.
Is it better to pull one at a time or do multi-pulls?
The rate is the same either way in Anime Squadron. Multi-pulls are faster but offer no statistical advantage. Pull one at a time if you want to stop immediately after getting your target unit, to avoid wasting Gems on excess pulls.
Do free pulls count toward pity?
Yes, any pull on a banner — whether paid with Gems or free from events — counts toward that banner's pity counter. This makes event free pulls especially valuable as they bring you closer to the Anime Squadron pity guarantee without spending Gems.
Should I save for Secret pity or pull for Mythic pity more often?
It depends on your roster. If you have zero Mythic units, targeting Mythic pity on the Basic Banner (2,500 Gems) gives you faster team improvement. Once you have 3-4 Mythic units, saving for Secret pity becomes more impactful because Secret units like Gometa and Woo dramatically outperform Mythic units.