Anime Defenders Spirit Guide and Tier List [Update 6]

In Anime Defenders, the game continues to evolve with the introduction of Spirits in Update 4 Part 1. These Spirits act as permanent modifiers, similar to Traits, and can significantly enhance your units. This guide will help you understand how to obtain Spirits, use them effectively, and provide a tier list for the best Spirits available. We’ll also cover the Secret Unit, Chance Taker, and its evolution to Chance King.

How to Get Spirit in Anime Defenders

Spirits are acquired by rolling through Spirit Orbs, but there is a chance of getting “No Spirit” during the roll. Once obtained, Spirits permanently modify the unit they are attached to, providing various benefits and abilities.

Spirit Tier List

S Tier Spirits

1. Golden Spirit The Golden Spirit is an absolute powerhouse for farming units. Increasing money gained by 20%, it’s essentially a superior version of Midas Touch. Unlike Midas Touch traits, Golden Spirit is much easier to obtain, making it a must-have for maximizing your earnings. Its widespread availability and significant benefit make it an obvious S-tier spirit. Equip this on all your farm units to boost your in-game currency effectively.

2. Galactic Spirit Galactic Spirit excels in providing overall boosts: 5% more damage, 5% more range, and a 20% increase in critical chance. It also reduces cooldowns by 5%, making it incredibly versatile. Whether you’re using Almighty units or any other type, Galactic Spirit enhances their performance across the board, earning it a top spot in the S-tier.

3. Divine Spirit The Divine Spirit stands out with its ability to inflict Confuse on enemies every 30 seconds, causing them to walk backwards. This stalling effect is invaluable for controlling the battlefield and managing enemy waves. Its utility in both regular and challenging game modes cements its position at the top of the tier list.

4. Crystal Spirit Crystal Spirit increases damage to bosses by 50%, which is particularly useful in modes with a focus on boss fights. This significant boost makes it a valuable asset for players tackling challenging bosses across various game modes. Its consistent high damage output against bosses justifies its place in the S-tier.

A Tier Spirits

1. Arcane Spirit Arcane Spirit is highly effective against shielded enemies by ignoring their shields and dealing direct damage. While not as universally essential as S-tier spirits, its utility in the new Athenix realm, where enemies are heavily shielded, makes it a strong choice. It’s particularly useful for those seeking convenience in dealing with shielded enemies.

2. Fire Spirit Fire Spirit applies burn damage every six attacks, dealing 60% of the unit’s damage over three seconds. This spirit excels on multi-hit units like Demon King Peak, enhancing damage over time. Although not quite as versatile as Galactic or Divine Spirits, its ability to inflict consistent burn damage places it comfortably in the A-tier.

3. Enchanted Spirit Enchanted Spirit reduces unit cooldowns by 25%, which is a significant increase in attack speed. This is better than some of the rare traits in the game, making it highly valuable for any unit. It’s especially effective for units that benefit from faster attack speeds, placing it near the top of the A-tier.

4. True Spirit True Spirit offers a 5% damage increase for each enemy within range, up to 75%. While it shines in Infinite Mode where the conditions are met more often, its situational effectiveness limits its ranking. It provides significant damage boosts in specific scenarios, which is why it’s high in the A-tier but not quite in S-tier.

B Tier Spirits

1. Ice Spirit Ice Spirit enhances slow and stun durations by 30%. While it’s great for support units like Donut Warrior or Ice Dragon Queen, its effectiveness is limited to units with slowing capabilities. It’s a solid choice for specific roles but lacks broader utility, placing it in the high B-tier.

2. Mirror Spirit Mirror Spirit grants a frenzy mode every fifth attack, reducing cooldowns by 35% for 8 seconds. It’s decent for increasing DPS and has a short cooldown, but it’s not groundbreaking. It fits well in the high B-tier due to its consistent but not exceptional benefits.

3. Sacred Spirit Sacred Spirit provides a 30% damage boost when no other units are within range. The restrictive playstyle required to fully utilize this spirit makes it less practical in most scenarios. Its conditional nature places it in the C-tier, as it’s more of a niche option.

4. Enchanted Spirit (Summon) The Enchanted Spirit has a 10% chance to summon a fallen enemy with 25% of its original HP. While it can add utility by allowing ground units to hit air targets, its low summon chance and modest HP make it less effective compared to other spirits. It’s a decent B-tier option with specific use cases.

C Tier Spirits

1. Crimson Spirit Crimson Spirit boosts burn and bleed damage by 50%. Despite its specific use case, it’s overshadowed by more universally beneficial spirits. It’s situational but still has value for specific units, earning it a place in the C-tier.

2. Earth Spirit Earth Spirit provides a 4-second stun with a 30-second cooldown. While it offers a decent stun option, it’s less effective compared to other spirits that offer more versatile benefits. Its performance is solid but not outstanding, placing it in the low B-tier.

Anime Defenders offers an exciting range of units and modifiers to enhance gameplay. Understanding how to obtain and utilize Spirits, Keep an eye on summoning events, roll for Spirits, and strategically evolve your units to dominate the game.