Updated on February 3, 2026: Adjusted the tier list following extensive playtesting.
As the wave after wave of enemies approached, I felt the familiar rush of uncertainty. I needed to make the right choices about my units, each one like a carefully placed chess piece, critical to my victory. This guide will rank all units based on their EVO forms, bolstered by optimal rolled stats, diving into the DPS, Support, and Farm categories.
Anime Paradox Best Unit Tier List
Your best units in Anime Paradox hinge on specific roles—DPS, Support, Farm, or if you’re just starting out. Generally, you’ll want at least one support and one farming unit, filling the rest with DPS. Many top-tier units shine in the Meta or S-Tier range. Given that enemies deal chip damage every wave, a healer’s presence is crucial in harder modes. Not every support functions as a healer; for example, Ulquiarro slows down enemies while Kirrua stuns them. Let’s explore each unit’s ranking in detail.
Disclaimer: Rankings assume EVO and best rolled stats.
Best for Infinite/Siege: Zid, Storrk, SJW, Igrus, Brolu.
Meta Units
| Meta Units | Ranking Notes |
|---|---|
 Storrk (Resurreccion)Banner Paradox |
• Dominates the game with top health, damage, and range. Chases down enemies and has a Metralleta nuke that obliterates any foe, including bosses. Exceptional for Infinite/Siege. |
 Zid (Atomic)Banner Secret |
• The top Secret unit and a clear contender for best unit. Once fully upgraded, Zid covers the entire map with substantial Full AOE DPS. Ideal for Infinite/Siege. |
 Sun Jin Wu (Monarch)Raid Act 3 Secret |
• A powerhouse DPS unit that needs Igrus for full effectiveness. Strong by himself with impressive self-buffing abilities and excellent for prolonged modes like Infinite. |
S-Tier DPS
| S-Tier DPS Units | Ranking Notes |
|---|---|
 Igrus (Elite Knight)Siege Shop Secret |
• Stacks damage for a potential 100% increase, heals himself, and inflicts heavy bleed damage. Works harmoniously with Sun Jin Wu, making him a solid choice both ways. |
 Ichuga (Vasto Lorde)Legend Stage Hollow Act 3 Secret |
• A self-sustaining solo carry, capable of inflicting massive bleed damage. His self-buff ability helps him stand tall, perfect for prolonged gameplay. |
A-Tier DPS
| A-Tier DPS Units | Ranking Notes |
|---|---|
 Brolu (Super)Banner Mythic |
• An AOE powerhouse, needing some time to ramp up. His Unstable Power doubles his damage potential but has a lengthy cooldown. |
 Kirrua (Godspeed)Banner Mythic |
• This unit is both a support and DPS force with impressive attack speed and stuns on hit, making him a hybrid attacking machine. |
B-Tier DPS
| B-Tier DPS Units | Ranking Notes |
|---|---|
 FreezoBanner Mythic |
• Offers decent self-buffs but relies heavily on Explosive Aura for AOE damage. Long cooldowns hold him back. |
 Seth (One-Winged)Battle Pass Level 50 Exclusive |
• Provides burst damage but requires careful management of his low HP condition, making him unpredictable. |
S-Tier Support
| S-Tier Support Units | Ranking Notes |
|---|---|
 Idol (Pop)Banner Mythic |
• A premier healer with AOE heals that also boosts damage and attack speed, enhancing your DPS considerably. |
 OrehemeBanner Mythic |
• The strongest raw healer in the game, though not always required, comes into play when you need full healing capability. |
A-Tier Support
| A-Tier Support Units | Ranking Notes |
|---|---|
 Asto (Devil)Banner Mythic |
• A decent option if you lack better units, but significant nerfs have impacted his effectiveness. |
Great Beginner Units
| Great Beginner Units | Ranking Notes |
|---|---|
 Ciel (Super)Banner Mythic |
• Very straightforward to EVO with solid DPS. Ciel becomes AOE-focused and is the top choice for newcomers. |
 Melio (Wrath)Banner Mythic |
• Offers solid DPS but limited utility; effective if you’re unable to secure higher-tier units. |
Anime Paradox Gem and Material Farming Guide
Here’s how to optimize your farming experience:
- Gem Farming: Farm Infinite and reset on Wave 6 for 50 gems every 1:20 minutes.
- Story Mode Nightmare: Excellent for grinding account EXP, unit EXP, food, Gems, and Gold.
- Evo Materials: Purchase Essences from the Merchant using gold every hour. Completing Challenges yields more, and you can craft Essences from Green Essence.
- Legend Stage: The Ichigo stage is great for gathering Gems, Gold, EXP, Food, and Green Essence with a 2% chance to obtain Ichigo in around 4 minutes and 20 seconds.
This is yourAnime Paradox unit tier list and guide. Be sure to check our article on Anime Paradox codes for a plethora of free rewards.