Rankings
Anime Expeditions Tier List
This working Anime Expeditions tier list consolidates the latest public unit rankings for Story, Infinite and Raid progression. Treat it as a snapshot: traits, equipment and balance updates can move a unit between tiers.
Last checked: 2026-07-23
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Best units
Find broad carry and support picks.
Mode choice
Raid teams
Prioritize bosses, control and coverage.
Progression
Story teams
Build a roster you can upgrade consistently.
How we rank
- Rankings use the latest public comparison of passive utility, damage potential, economy value and mode coverage.
- S+ is reserved for units described as endgame carries or high-impact universal picks; lower tiers are not automatically unusable.
- Always check the current Updates page and in-game balance changes before investing rare rerolls or equipment.
S+
Shadow (Divine)
Universal magical support and sustained damage through its spirit mechanic.
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8th Sword (Berserk)
High-impact carry whose Berserk mode scales damage, range and attack speed.
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Puppet (Telekinetic)
Boss-focused utility with Puppet Mark and a summoned doll.
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Cursed Student (True Love)
Bleed stacking and follow-up attacks keep it strong against high-health targets.
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Toy Maker
Summoned toys add reliable pressure across multiple game modes.
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S
Crimson (Brother)
Delayed explosions and crimson pools provide strong wave control.
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Flame Emperor (Reincarnate)
Burn spreading and fire walls make it a premier wave clearer.
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Salmon Sorcerer (Grade 1)
Slow and stagger effects increase the time enemies spend in allied range.
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Lady Giant (Envy)
A durable frontline carry with transformation scaling.
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Elf Mage (Unleashed)
Arcane charges and follow-up magic reward longer waves.
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Ramen Guy
Economy unit that increases Yen earned from defeated enemies.
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A
String Demon (Awakened)
Cocoon stuns add dependable crowd control alongside damage.
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Reaper (Released)
Permanent damage and critical buffs improve longer stages.
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Hollow (Blaze)
Pairs especially well with Burn support such as Flame Emperor.
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Forbidden Teacher
Magical-unit aura makes it a valuable support pick for magic teams.
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The Hero
Physical-unit damage buff supports physical compositions.
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True Saint (Holy)
True Saint Mark increases damage enemies receive with little setup.
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B
Greed
Boss damage is useful in single-target encounters, but mode coverage is narrower.
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Ice Queen
Freeze utility helps against difficult waves while damage remains moderate.
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Water Princess
Defensive shields can protect nearby allies from debuffs.
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Scissor
Consecutive-hit scaling can fill an early slot but grows slowly.
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C
Stone Alchemist
Early income option that is eventually outclassed by stronger farm units.
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Ice Mage
Basic slow utility for early Story progression.
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Bounty Hunter
Straightforward early damage without a standout passive.
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Corps Captain
Steady early attacks but limited scaling for hard content.
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Demon Cyborg
Basic physical damage that is quickly replaced by stronger carries.
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Nen Hunter
Adequate in early Story chapters but weak in tougher content.
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D
Curly Brow
Early starter option with little value once stronger rarities arrive.
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Kid Assassin
Low damage makes it a short-term starter unit.
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Reishi Archer
Limited utility for difficult stages.
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Thunder Shinobi
Decent starter damage without meaningful scaling.
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Rubber Boy
No standout passive and quickly replaced during progression.
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Carrot
Limited offensive potential and team utility.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which Anime Expeditions tier list should I read first?
Start with the Unit Tier List if you are choosing a carry, then check Story or Raid context before spending traits, stats or equipment.
How often should the tier list change?
Recheck it after balance updates, new banners and major system changes. The date above is the current public snapshot.
Does S+ always mean best for every mode?
No. Tier placement is broad guidance. A unit can be stronger for bosses, farming, control or Story depending on the mode.