I've pushed deep Infinite runs with all five of these units. Here's the truth: raw DPS numbers lie. The units that actually carry hard content either delete waves, buff your team, or slow enemies down — ideally all three.

This ranking is based on overall meta value, not damage screenshots.

Quick Ranking

Rank 5: Elf Mage — The AoE Wave Eraser

Pure damage, nothing else. That's her ceiling and her floor.

Strengths:

• Full AoE coverage — shreds stacked enemies in Infinite runs
• Follow-up attacks add real burst
• Works without perfect traits; spikes hard with Unbound

The problem: zero utility. No CC, no support. When stronger DPS drops, she's the easiest unit on this list to power creep.

Verdict: Build her as a damage anchor only if your CC and support slots are already covered. Don't expect her to solo-carry late waves.

Rank 4: Gowther — The Boss Killer's Best Friend

Gowther beats Elf Mage despite lower DPS. Here's why.

That Puppet Mark always lands on the target that matters — the boss, the tanky elite, the wave-ender. And Rewind has saved more of my runs than any DPS upgrade ever has.

If bosses keep leaking through at low HP, Gowther is your fix. The 20% amp is often the difference between a wipe and a clear.

Verdict: First support unit to prioritize. Utility ages better than damage.

Rank 3: Yuta — The Most Future-Proof Unit in the Game

Yuta copies the attack of the closest unit in range — including their AoE pattern.

Why this is borderline broken: park Yuta next to an Unbound Kenpachi and he mirrors one of the hardest-hitting attacks in the game. Copied hits can crit. And when stronger units release later? Yuta copies those too. No obvious ceiling.

The catch: placement is everything. Wrong neighbor = wasted unit. He brings no CC or support of his own.

Verdict: Mandatory if you own a cracked carry. His value multiplies with your roster.

Rank 2: Megumi — The Hybrid That Does Everything

Megumi isn't a stand-and-shoot turret. His summons roam the map, covering awkward lanes and spread-out waves that static units can't touch.

What he brings:

• Very high DPS
• Map-wide pressure via moving summons
• Solid crowd control
• Genuine support value

The catch: he's expensive and needs setup time.

Verdict: Build him for long content with stable economy. His value keeps climbing the longer the run goes.

Rank 1: Kenpachi — The Best Unit, Period

Kenpachi is the current king — but only with Unbound. Without it, he's noticeably below his reputation.

Dismember is the sleeper. A permanent slow looks boring until wave 50+, when stacked speed reduction gives your whole board extra attack windows. He's a DPS unit and a CC unit in one slot.

Costs: full investment runs ~90K. Manage your economy or he'll bankrupt your run.

Verdict: Best carry in the game if you have Unbound. Pair with Gowther's Puppet Mark and put Yuta next to him — that's the current endgame core.

Build Priority: Who First?

My investment order: Kenpachi (Unbound) → Gowther → Yuta → Megumi → Elf Mage.

Don't blindly chase rank one. If you already have damage but no support, Gowther improves your runs more than a second carry ever will. A balanced team needs three things: damage, support, control. Stack pure DPS and you'll fold the moment enemies get fast and tanky.

FAQ

What is the best unit in Anime Expeditions?

Kenpachi, hands down. High DPS, stun cleanse with a 125% follow-up, Berserk scaling, and permanent slow via Dismember. He needs Unbound to hit full power.

Is Kenpachi good without Unbound?

Usable, but not top-tier. His meta reputation assumes an optimized Unbound build. Budget accordingly — full investment is around 90K.

Why is Gowther ranked above Elf Mage?

Team value. Puppet Mark makes the strongest enemy take 20% more damage, and Rewind buys you 2 seconds when waves push too hard. Elf Mage only brings damage.

Can Yuta stay meta long-term?

Yes — probably longer than anyone else here. He copies attacks (up to 100%) from nearby units, so every future powerhouse release potentially buffs him too.

Which unit should beginners build first?

Fix your biggest weakness. No damage? Kenpachi or Elf Mage. Bosses leaking? Gowther. Already have a strong carry? Yuta.

Summary

Kenpachi is the meta king — elite damage plus permanent slow in one slot. Megumi is the best all-rounder for long runs. Yuta is the most future-proof pick thanks to his copy mechanic. Gowther wins the most runs saved award with her damage amp and Rewind. Elf Mage still clears waves beautifully but needs a team built around her.

The formula is simple: carry first, support second, control third. Get all three online and hard content stops being hard.