The Anime Expeditions tier list is not final. Until public stats and mode testing are available, this page explains ranking criteria and keeps units unranked instead of pretending a launch meta is proven.
Current tier status
| Tier | Meaning | Publish rule |
|---|---|---|
| S | Meta-defining | Requires public stats, multiple mode tests, and patch context. |
| A | Strong | Needs clear performance in Story, Challenges, or Raids. |
| B | Usable | Needs evidence that the unit clears early or mid-game content reliably. |
| C | Niche | Needs a specific mode, role, trait, or map reason. |
| Unranked | Not enough data | Used for preview units, TBA stats, and unverified launch data. |
The Anime Expeditions tier list will stay in methodology mode until the game provides enough public information. Ranking units only by rarity is not useful. A Secret unit can still need context, and a lower-rarity unit can matter if it has low cost, support value, or early-game reliability.
Ranking criteria
Future Anime Expeditions tier list updates should consider:
- Damage, SPA, range, cost, upgrade curve, and placement limit.
- AoE shape, single-target value, boss value, crowd control, buffs, debuffs, and farm utility.
- Trait scaling, especially rare traits such as Unbound, Primordial, Forsaken, Draconic, and Investor.
- Mode performance across Story, Challenges, Expeditions, Creator Spotlights, and Raids.
- F2P access, banner availability, evolution cost, and alternate unit options.
- Patch date and confidence level.
Watchlist format
| Unit | Current tier | Rarity | Role | Confidence | Why |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elf Mage | Unranked | Mythic / TBA | DPS / magic-style watchlist | Low | Name appears in trusted unit tables, but stats are TBA. |
| Flame Emperor | Unranked | Mythic / TBA | DPS watchlist | Low | Needs damage, SPA, range, and upgrade-cost verification. |
| Shadow | Unranked | Secret / TBA | Carry watchlist | Low | Secret rarity is not enough to rank without performance data. |
| 8th Sword | Unranked | Secret / TBA | DPS watchlist | Low | Exact obtain method and launch stats need confirmation. |
Patch log policy
Every future Anime Expeditions tier list update should include the date, game version or patch context when available, changed units, reason for movement, and confidence. If a unit moves because of one YouTube clip or a private server test, that evidence must be labeled weaker than repeatable public testing.