Anime Vanguards Update 8.0 Guide, New Unit, EVO, Codes & More!
Anime Vanguards Update 8.0 has officially arrived, and it’s easily one of the Best content drops so far. This update introduces new units, storylines, events, stages, familiars, and plenty of quality-of-life improvements. Whether you’re grinding for rare units or exploring the latest game modes, there’s a lot to unpack. Here’s the complete breakdown of everything new in Update 8.0.
All New Units in Anime Vanguards UPD 8
Update 8.0 brings eight brand-new units, obtainable through the special banner, the Eclipse event, Rift, and the Battle Pass.
- The Smith – Special banner
- The Witch Disciple – Special banner
- Skull Knight – Special banner
- Guts (The Struggler) – Special banner (with Evo quest)
- Griffith (The Falcon) – Eclipse event
- Jiji – Rift exclusive unit
- Priestess – Battle Pass reward
- Goblin Killer – Battle Pass reward
Each unit comes with shiny variants, evolutions, and special abilities. For collectors, Griffith and Guts stand out as the most challenging units to obtain.
New Story: Hill of Swords
The latest story chapter, Hill of Swords, takes players into a snowy battlefield where fallen comrades rest. It features:
- 5 new enemy types
- 8 new bosses
2 new enemy mechanics:
- Dispersal Modifier – enemies take 30% direct damage while spreading 70% to nearby foes.
- Wormhole Modifier – allows powerful enemies to spawn through portals.
The story also includes a 1% chance to trigger the Eclipse event after Wave 10, giving players another way to encounter Griffith.
New Legend Stage: Burning Spirit Tree
The Burning Spirit Tree legend stage is a fiery challenge that tests endurance and teamwork. It includes:
- 4 Acts with grueling battles
- 3 new evolution items
- Higher odds for familiars and rewards
- Chance to trigger the Eclipse event
This stage is likely tied to unlocking evolutions for units like Guts and Skull Knight.
Rift Unit
A brand-new Rift unit, Jiji, is now available. Like previous Rift-exclusive characters, Jiji has a 2% drop rate and can be obtained by grinding Rift battles and earning MVP. His shiny version is available, though many players prefer the normal form.
New Battle Pass: Faith and Steel
The new Faith and Steel Battle Pass introduces Priestess and Goblin Killer as the exclusive units, alongside plenty of cosmetics, rerolls, and resources for progression.
All New Events in Anime Vanguards
Update 8.0 introduces a packed event calendar, each bringing unique challenges and rewards:
- The Falcon’s Dream – Chance to trigger UnendingRage: 1500 Gems and 20 Stat Chips (NEW)
TheStrongest: 50 Rerolls (NEW)the Eclipse event and obtain Griffith. - Frenzy Trial – Complete the Unending Rage questline for rewards.
- The Strongest Returns – Use Gojo Infinity to clear stages and unlock Gojo’s glasses.
- Rift Raids – Hourly Rift spawns for special loot.
- Evolution Madness – Double green essence and reduced evolution costs.
- Odyssey Outrage – Double rewards in Odyssey mode.
- Familiar Follies – Easier farming for rare familiars.
- Something Shiny – Increased shiny rates.
- Flourishing Flowers – Double flowers.
- Icy Indulgence – Double Ice Teas.
New Familiars
Three new familiars arrive this update, including the long-awaited Silly Fairy. Some can be obtained more easily through the Burning Spirit Tree, while others are tied to events.
Gojo’s EVO & Rework
Gojo receives a rework in this update, including a new event to unlock Gojo’s EVO. These give him stronger passives and are a limited-time reward. Missing this event means missing his full potential.
Anime Vanguards Update 8.0 New Codes – Are There Any?
Don’t forget to redeem the new Update 8.0 codes:
- UnendingRage: 1500 Gems and 20 Stat Chips (NEW)
- TheStrongest: 50 Rerolls (NEW)
Anime Vanguards Update 8.0 is massive, adding everything from new units and storylines to events, familiars, and QoL improvements. For grinders, Griffith and Guts will be the toughest but most rewarding unlocks. Meanwhile, casual players will enjoy the steady flow of events and easier progression thanks to objective tracking and reduced evolution costs. This update truly sets the stage for future expansions and keeps the game’s meta fresh.
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