Anime Vanguards Update 13.5 introduced six new units, multiple exclusive Memoria, several Vanguard Familiars, new portals, and an entirely new progression system tied to the Summer Zombies event. Unlike previous updates where most units came from a single source, this update spreads rewards across banners, portals, Worldlines, the Event Pass, and special event progression.
Because of that, many players are confused about where each unit actually comes from. Some characters can be summoned immediately, while others require leveling up inside the Zombies mode before you can even start farming them.
This guide covers every new unit, every familiar, and the fastest way to unlock them.
How To Get All Units And Familiars In Anime Vanguards 13.5
There are six major units introduced in this update:
- Today’s Strongest vs History’s Strongest
- Iscanur (Pride)
- Lord (Fairy)
- Reaper (Scissors)
- Cursed Doctor (Healer)
- Envoy of Destruction (Resistance)
Each unit has a different acquisition method, so understanding where to farm them is important before spending your resources.
Today’s Strongest vs History’s Strongest
This is the headline unit of Update 13.5 and one of the most anticipated releases in Anime Vanguards.
Unlike Gear 5 Luffy from previous updates, Today’s Strongest vs History’s Strongest is obtained through the Summer Limited Banner.
Summer Limited Banner
Open the Summer Banner and navigate to the featured Mythic section.
One thing many players miss is that the banner allows you to switch between featured units.
At the bottom of the banner interface, you’ll find the Mythic Pity selector.
Using this option allows you to choose whether your pity targets:
- Today’s Strongest vs History’s Strongest
- Iscanur (Pride)
The pity counters remain separate, meaning your progress is saved even if you switch between them.
This is extremely useful because you can focus on whichever unit you want without losing progress.
Summoning Strategy
If your goal is Today’s Strongest vs History’s Strongest, always double-check the pity target before summoning.
Many players accidentally leave the banner set to Iscanur and waste valuable summons.
Always confirm the banner displays Today’s Strongest vs History’s Strongest as the featured target before spending gems.
Iscanur (Pride)
Iscanur shares the same Summer Banner as Today’s Strongest vs History’s Strongest.
Simply switch the Mythic Pity target to Iscanur before summoning.
The separate pity system makes farming both units significantly easier because progress carries over when changing targets.
Among the Summer Banner units, Iscanur is one of the strongest damage-focused characters currently available.
Players who enjoy high burst damage should strongly consider summoning for him.
Raging Oni vs Wrath God
Raging Oni vs Wrath God is not obtained from the Summer Banner.
Instead, this unit is tied directly to Worldlines content.
Worldlines Progression
Players must participate in the Worldlines mode to begin farming this character.
Completing Worldlines content provides access to the resources needed for obtaining the unit.
Because Worldlines already offers several valuable rewards, farming this mode gives excellent overall progression value.
If you’re already working through Worldlines, you will naturally make progress toward unlocking Raging Oni vs Wrath God.
Envoy Of Destruction (Resistance)
Envoy of Destruction follows a completely different progression path.
This unit is locked behind the Event Pass.
Event Pass Progression
By advancing through the Summer Event Pass, players eventually unlock:
- Envoy of Destruction
- Exclusive Memoria
- Trait Rerolls
- Memoria Shards
- Event Tokens
Unlike summon-based units, this character is guaranteed as long as you continue progressing through the pass.
For active players, Envoy of Destruction is actually one of the easiest new units to obtain.
Zombies Event Units
The remaining units are connected directly to the Summer Zombies game mode.
Many players assume these units drop directly from Zombies runs.
However, the process is slightly more complicated.
Level Requirements
Inside the Zombies event, certain NPCs become available as you increase your event level.
You cannot immediately access every portal seller.
Progressing through Zombies mode unlocks additional vendors and farming opportunities.
Because of this, leveling up inside Zombies mode should be one of your top priorities early in the update.
Lord (Fairy)
Lord Fairy is obtained through special event portals.
After reaching the required Zombies progression level, you gain access to the NPC responsible for selling Lord Fairy portals.
Purchase the portal and complete it for a chance to obtain the unit.
Lord Fairy Memoria
One nice feature of the portal system is that the exclusive Memoria is tied directly to the unit.
When you obtain Lord Fairy, you also gain access to Lord of the Fairies Memoria.
This makes farming significantly more convenient compared to older update systems.
Reaper (Scissors)
Reaper Scissors follows a very similar progression path.
The unit is tied to Zombies mode progression and special portals.
At launch, some players reported that Reaper’s portal seller was unavailable.
According to testers, the character was intended to become available later through event progression.
Reaper Memoria
Once Reaper is obtained, players also gain access to Snip Snip Memoria.
Because both rewards come from the same progression path, farming the unit naturally progresses your Memoria collection as well.
Cursed Doctor (Healer)
Cursed Doctor is another Zombies-mode portal unit.
Like Reaper, access depends on unlocking the appropriate NPC vendor.
Once available, players can purchase portals and begin farming for the character.
Cursed Doctor Memoria
Obtaining the unit also grants access to Unlikely Doctor Memoria.
This makes the portal system much more rewarding because every successful farm contributes toward multiple forms of progression.
Zombies Portal System
One of the biggest additions in Update 13.5 is the Zombies Portal system.
Many players misunderstand how this works.
Playing Zombies mode does not directly give you the unit.
Instead:
- Level up inside Zombies mode.
- Unlock the required NPC vendor.
- Purchase the portal.
- Complete the portal.
- Farm the portal until the unit drops.
Think of Zombies mode as the gateway that unlocks the actual farming process.
The more you play Zombies mode, the more portal opportunities become available.
Summer Vanguard Familiars
The update also introduces several new Vanguard Familiars.
These familiars are tied primarily to returning Summer units.
Familiar Farming Location
Travel to the subway area and locate Iscanur.
Iscanur acts as the vendor for a special trial.
Scorching Fate Trial
The Scorching Fate Trial rewards Summer Capsules.
These capsules contain chances to obtain exclusive Vanguard Familiars.
The trial does not drop the new units themselves.
Its primary purpose is farming familiars.
Available Summer Familiars
Players can obtain the following familiars:
Sun God’s Mask
Exclusive Familiar for Quetzalcoatl.
One of the most visually impressive familiars in the update.
Magic Dagger
Exclusive Familiar for Ali.
A great collectible for returning Summer unit owners.
Fans Of Flame
Exclusive Familiar for Hebano.
Provides a strong visual upgrade for fans of the character.
Tall Hat
Exclusive Familiar for Newsman.
One of the more unique cosmetic rewards available.
Scarf Of The Black Dragon
Exclusive Familiar for Hei.
Popular among collectors due to Hei’s long-standing popularity.
Grimoire Of Lion Flames
Exclusive Familiar for Leo.
A perfect companion for players who frequently use Leo.
Blazing Solstice
Exclusive Familiar for Iscanur.
This is one of the most sought-after familiars because of Iscanur’s popularity in Update 13.5.
Fastest Progression Route
If your goal is unlocking everything efficiently, this route works best:
Step 1
Redeem all active Update 13.5 codes.
This provides valuable resources immediately.
Step 2
Farm Zombies mode and increase your event level.
This unlocks additional NPC vendors.
Step 3
Begin purchasing unit portals as soon as they become available.
Focus on Lord Fairy first because of its strong overall performance.
Step 4
Use remaining resources on Summer Banner summons.
Target either:
- Today’s Strongest vs History’s Strongest
- Iscanur
depending on your preferred playstyle.
Step 5
Complete Event Pass objectives regularly.
This guarantees Envoy of Destruction and several other rewards.
Step 6
Farm Scorching Fate Trials for Vanguard Familiars.
This should generally be your long-term grind after obtaining the most important units.
Update 13.5 spreads its rewards across multiple systems more than any previous Anime Vanguards update. Today’s Strongest vs History’s Strongest and Iscanur come from the Summer Banner, Raging Oni vs Wrath God comes from Worldlines, Envoy of Destruction is earned through the Event Pass, while Lord Fairy, Reaper Scissors, and Cursed Doctor are obtained through Zombies-mode portal progression.
Meanwhile, Summer Familiars are farmed separately through Iscanur’s Scorching Fate Trial, making them a completely different grind from the unit collection process.
The biggest mistake players make is spending all their time summoning while ignoring Zombies progression. Leveling up the Zombies event unlocks multiple units, portal vendors, and farming opportunities, making it one of the most important activities in the entire update. Prioritize Zombies progression first, then move into banners and familiar farming once the event systems are unlocked.