S-Tier Units: The Best in Anime Squadron
The S-tier represents the absolute strongest units in Anime Squadron as of June 2026. These units dominate their roles and should be your top summoning targets whenever they appear on a banner. Every serious account needs at least one S-tier unit to push endgame content reliably.
Gometa sits at the very top as the undisputed best carry in the game. His massive area damage and high spawn cap make him a one-unit army for clearing waves. Woo delivers the highest single-target boss damage, shredding boss health bars faster than any other unit. Aizen rounds out the S-tier with unmatched crowd control, freezing enemies in place and giving your team time to eliminate threats.
| Unit | Role | Strength | Weakness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gometa | Carry | Highest AoE DPS, +1 spawn cap from Superior | Hard to obtain, requires evolution |
| Woo | Boss DPS | Best single-target damage in the game | Weak against grouped waves |
| Aizen | Control | Permastuns enemies, huge range | Low personal damage output |
Gometa deserves special attention because he is not obtained through normal summoning. You must evolve Goki through a multi-stage process involving SSJ4 Full Power and the Primal Fusion quest, requiring Primal Cores and significant Gold investment. The payoff is absolutely worth it.
A-Tier Units: Strong and Reliable
A-tier units are powerful options that perform exceptionally well but fall slightly short of S-tier dominance. They are easier to obtain and still carry endgame content with proper traits and gear.
Madora is the premier A-tier boss DPS unit, dealing massive damage to bosses with her scaling abilities. Shanron provides outstanding support buffs that amplify your entire squad. Puppeteer offers strong crowd control that complements any team composition.
| Unit | Role | Strength | Weakness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madora | Boss DPS | High boss damage, good scaling | Needs upgrades to shine |
| Shanron | Support | Team-wide buffs, healing utility | No damage contribution |
| Puppeteer | Control | Reliable stun, good range | Overlaps with Aizen |
| Shield Hero | Tank | Absorbs hits, protects backline | Low damage, niche use |
| Goki | Carry | Solid damage, evolves into Gometa | Outclassed until evolved |
A-tier units form the backbone of most mid-game teams. If you cannot pull an S-tier unit, building around two or three A-tier units will still carry you through Story Acts 1 through 3 and most Raid content.
B-Tier and C-Tier Units: Niche or Outclassed
B-tier units serve specific niches or perform adequately until replaced by stronger options. C-tier units are generally not worth investing Trait Shards or Reroll Cubes into unless you have no alternatives.
Vegata is a solid B-tier carry who does respectable damage but lacks the scaling that pushes Goki or Gometa above him. Shinks provides helpful support but cannot match Shanron's buff quality. Fastwagon is an economy unit that accelerates Yen generation during runs, which is useful early but falls off in importance once your perks are maxed.
| Unit | Role | Tier Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Vegata | Carry | Decent damage, poor scaling at high levels |
| Shinks | Support | Useful buffs but weaker than Shanron |
| Fastwagon | Economy | Good early Yen boost, loses value lategame |
| Base forms | Mixed | All unevolved base units fall here |
| Tier | Investment Priority | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| S | Max traits, gear, and upgrades | All content |
| A | Good traits and upgrades | All content with team support |
| B | Basic upgrades only | Story and early Raids |
| C | Do not invest heavily | Filler until better pulls |
How Traits Affect Unit Rankings
Traits can shift a unit up or down by a full tier. The Superior trait alone adds +200% damage, +300% HP, +30% range, -15% cooldown, and +1 spawn cap, which is an enormous power spike. An A-tier unit with Superior can outperform an S-tier unit without it.
Cloner is the second most impactful trait, letting you deploy two copies of the same unit. On a carry like Gometa or Woo, this effectively doubles your damage output. Entrepreneur and Rebirth are situational but valuable for specific strategies.
| Trait | Effect on Tier | Best Units to Apply |
|---|---|---|
| Superior | +1 tier | Gometa, Woo, Aizen |
| Cloner | +0.5 to +1 tier | Gometa, Woo, Madora |
| Entrepreneur | +0.5 tier (economy) | Fastwagon, Shanron |
| Rebirth | +0.5 tier (survival) | Shield Hero, any frontline unit |
Always roll for Superior first on your main carry. Once your carry has Superior, consider Cloner on your boss DPS or second carry. Do not waste Trait Shards on B-tier or C-tier units unless you have no stronger options on your account.
Investment Priority: Where to Spend Your Resources
Not all S-tier units deserve equal investment. Your first priority should always be your main carry, which means Gometa if you have him or Goki if you are working toward the evolution. Your second investment goes to boss DPS, then support or control.
| Priority | Unit Type | What to Invest |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Main carry (Gometa/Goki) | Superior trait, best gear, max upgrades |
| 2 | Boss DPS (Woo/Madora) | Good trait, strong gear, high upgrades |
| 3 | Control (Aizen/Puppeteer) | Decent trait, mid gear, moderate upgrades |
| 4 | Support (Shanron/Shinks) | Any trait, leftover gear, basic upgrades |
| 5 | Economy (Fastwagon) | Entrepreneur trait, minimal other investment |
This priority order ensures your limited resources create the biggest impact on your clear speed and farming efficiency. A fully invested carry carries harder than a moderately invested full team. You can always catch up other units later as your resource income grows.
Join the Anime Squadron Discord to discuss tier placements and strategy with the community.
Tier List Movement Between Patches
The Anime Squadron tier list is not static. Balance patches, new unit additions, and meta shifts can move units up or down. Understanding which units are likely to move helps you decide where to invest resources.
| Unit | Current Tier | Patch Risk | Reasoning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gometa | S | Very Low | Carry power is universally needed |
| Woo | S | Low | Boss DPS always relevant |
| Aizen | S | Low | CC cannot be power-crept easily |
| Madora | S | Medium | Could be outpaced by new Secret |
| Shield Hero | A | Medium | Tank meta depends on enemy scaling |
| Fastwagon | B | Low | Economy is always useful |
Trait Impact on Tier Placement
The Anime Squadron tier list assumes average trait quality. However, a unit's tier can effectively shift up or down based on trait rolls:
| Trait Shift | Effective Tier Change | Example |
|---|---|---|
| No trait → Superior | +1 to +1.5 tiers | B-tier unit with Superior → A-tier performance |
| Superior → Entrepreneur on carry | -0.5 to -1 tier | S-tier carry with wrong trait drops to A |
| Cloner on Aizen | +0.5 tier | Aizen with Cloner > Aizen with Superior for CC |
FAQ
What is the best unit in Anime Squadron right now?
Gometa is the best unit in the current Anime Squadron tier list. His combination of massive AoE damage, high spawn cap, and carry potential makes him the strongest pick for virtually all game modes. Woo and Aizen share the S-tier for boss DPS and control respectively.
Should I invest in B-tier units?
Only invest in B-tier units if they are your best option for a specific role. Save your Trait Shards and Reroll Cubes for A-tier and S-tier units instead. The Anime Squadron tier list shifts with updates, but B-tier units rarely climb without major buffs.
How often does the Anime Squadron tier list change?
Major balance patches typically shift the tier list every four to six weeks. Komplex Studio monitors unit performance and community feedback through their Discord. Check back here after each update for the latest rankings.
Does gear change a unit's tier placement?
Full best-in-slot gear can push an A-tier unit close to S-tier performance, but the base stats and scaling of S-tier units usually keep them ahead. The Anime Squadron tier list assumes equal gear investment across all units.