With Update 6 in Anime Vanguards, a whole batch of new units dropped—especially the Guilty Gear collab characters—and the meta shifted hard. Some of the units people thought were mid turned out to be hidden gems, while others got overshadowed by stronger, more flexible alternatives.
This Anime Vanguards Update 6 Tier Lis guide breaks down the current meta, ranking the best units in Anime Vanguards Update 6, from top-tier DPS beasts to underrated supports. Whether you’re new to the game or grinding leaderboards, this list will help you build the strongest team possible.
Tier Breakdown:
We’ll break things into the following tiers:
- S Tier – Meta-defining, best-in-class units
- A+ Tier – Excellent, but slightly below S-tier
- A Tier – Solid, usable, but often outclassed
- Great Supports – Situationally strong support units
- Best Supports – Core utility units that every team should consider
S Tier – Meta Dominators
These units are defining the meta right now. Their passives, damage output, and utility make them near-essential for endgame and boss-killing strategies.
Alpha
Role: DPS Monster
Strengths: Arguably the highest DPS in the game if used properly. Her kit shines in boss battles, and with Monarch, she becomes a top-tier carry.
Drawback: Requires a lot of manual input and ability timing. Definitely not for casual play—but completely worth mastering.
Dante
Still one of the top boss-killers. Great balance of raw DPS and simple utility. Less maintenance compared to Alpha, but still elite.
Sol Badguy
Type: Mythic
Why He’s Here: High burn damage and low maintenance. His second ability nukes enemies, and his bleed procs instantly. He’s solid and reliable—like a tank that doesn’t need babysitting.
Goku SJ3
Type: Free Mythic
Why He’s Meta: Surprisingly broken for a free unit. High DPS, strong counterattack, and rupture damage make him viable in almost every mode.
Igras
Still one of the most explosive nukers in the game. Full AoE with massive summon damage? Peak.
Youhabaha
Offers AoE, support debuffs, and buffs in one unit. Performs especially well in larger waves or synergy-heavy teams.
A+ Tier – Very Strong (Especially for New Players)
A+ units aren’t quite S-tier but are amazing options for most players, especially if you’re progressing or don’t have access to the best units.
Rem
Her passives give her huge value spikes. Very solid DPS, especially if you’re starting out.
Brisket
Needs active ability management but can pump out high DPS. Great synergy with other control-based units.
Kachi, Delta, Archer
Reliable, easy to use, and strong options for early-game progression.
A Tier – Decent but Replaceable
Units here are either outclassed or just not strong enough to compete with A+ or S-tier units.
Sunju Wu
Has an evolution and can be useful—but better options exist.
Others in A Tier
These units aren’t bad, but there’s usually a better alternative available.
Best Supports – Core Meta Utility
These units aren’t your main damage dealers, but their supportive passives and utility are invaluable.
Dizzy
Hybrid of DPS and support. Places a bubble that doubles incoming damage and freezes enemies. Versatile and essential in some comps.
Aladdin
The best cleanse unit in the game—yes, even better than Sakura. Can remove debuffs and offer solid DPS.
Alpha (Again)
Worth mentioning twice because she also boosts range, buffs damage, and lowers enemy SPA. Truly cracked if played right.
Great Supports – Niche but Valuable
Situational but strong when used correctly.
Toto, Uru, Gazelle, K, Orihime
- These units shine in specific modes or combos. While they aren’t always necessary, they can clutch fights in the right scenario.
For New Players – Who Should You Focus On?
If you’re just starting out and don’t know where to spend your resources:
- Pick up Goku SJ3: Easy evolution, busted stats for a mythic, and free to obtain.
- Grab Sol Badguy: Great all-around damage, even if you’re not super active with abilities.
- Try Saber: Strong mythic with good scaling.
- Consider Rem or Delta if you pull them early—they’ll carry you a long way.
- Don’t forget farms: Speedwagon and Takaroda are essential.
Update 6 brought some serious power creep, especially with units like Alpha and Dizzy. If you’re not carefully reading passives, you might miss just how strong some of these units are.
Many units now require ability timing, passive knowledge, and team synergy to be fully effective. So take your time, experiment, and don’t sleep on the new releases—they’re a lot more broken than they might seem at first glance.