Strategy Guide
Anime Apocalypse Best Builds by Mode
The right build depends on the mode, not just the tier list. Farming wants speed and grouping, raids want pressure and survival, and Infinite mode rewards scaling more than early burst.
Quick Answer
Recommended Builds
Early Game Progression
A balanced starter build focused on simple mechanics and reliable progression. Perfect for clearing the first few worlds and farming early resources.
Focus on grouping enemies and using Sosuke's reliable slashes. Use Fortune to speed up coin and EXP gain.
Open Build Calculator →Elite Speed Farmer
The ultimate setup for clearing waves and farming coins. Uses Black Hole to group enemies and Shadow Monarch summons plus Coyote's ranged attacks for fast clears.
Drop Black Hole to group a wave, then unleash Shadow Monarch's AoE slashes. Use Rage for faster movement and damage between rooms. Reaper scales damage throughout the run.
Open Build Calculator →Endgame Raid Meta
The current gold standard for raid performance. Coyote's screen-clearing V-skill combined with Pride's fire DOT creates unmatched damage output for endgame raids.
Use Coyote as primary DPS with Cero Metralleta at Mastery 100. Switch to Pride for boss burn phases. Drop Black Hole to stun-lock raid bosses. Rely on Igris lifesteal for sustain.
Open Build Calculator →Single-Target Boss Slayer
Specifically designed to melt high-HP bosses. Pride's fire DOT bypasses many damage-reduction mechanics, while Head of Hei provides burst and ice CC.
Maintain 100% uptime on Pride's burn effects. Use Head of Hei for secondary burst and freeze CC. Activate Infinity to dodge lethal boss AoEs like World Five's Final Flash.
Open Build Calculator →Infinite Mode Scaling
Optimized for long-duration Infinite mode runs where enemy scaling becomes extreme. Coyote's safe ranged combat and Shadow Monarch's summons create a layered defense.
Keep distance with Coyote's Cero Metralleta for screen clearing. Shadow Monarch summons provide a defensive frontline. Cycle Black Hole and Infinity for overwhelming late waves.
Open Build Calculator →The fastest mode split
If you only remember one rule, remember this: farming, raids, bossing, and Infinite mode each reward different stat shapes.
That is why the build calculator alone should not be your only indexable entry. Dedicated mode pages help players land on the exact answer they need.
- Farming: Coyote or Shadow Monarch, Black Hole, Reaper, Wealthy
- Raid: Pride or Coyote, Rage or Infinity, Igris, World Five
- Infinite: Coyote, Shadow Monarch, Black Hole, Reaper, Infinite Champion
- Beginner: Sosuke, Tiger or Panda, Fortune, Swift
Upgrade order matters
Do not chase a perfect title before your ability and gadget core is ready. Do not chase a damage-only pet if you keep dying halfway through the run.
Treat each build as a layered stack: carry ability first, then gadget, then pet, then trait, then title optimization.
Builds are decision tools, not trophies
The best build is the one you can actually finish and use today. A complete A-tier setup usually beats an incomplete S-tier dream build.
Use the mode pages to choose what to invest into next rather than comparing theoretical top-end screenshots.
Recommended Items
Abilities
Coyote
Still a premier Infinite and ranged farming option after the SBR+AOT update.
Pride
The premier choice for Boss Raids with high fire DOT.
Shadow Monarch
Fast attack speed and summons for wave clearing and Infinite mode.
Sosuke
Excellent beginner carry with simple mechanics.
Pets
Igris
Mandatory S-tier pet for endgame sustainability.
Kurama
A high-damage pet for offensive-focused players.
Tiger
A great early-game pet for farming coins.
Panda
A solid defensive pet for mid-game progression.
Gadgets
Black Hole
The undisputed king of tactical utility and crowd control.
Rage
Vital for high-speed farming and aggressive burst damage.
Infinity
A raid-survival staple that some new lists now push into S-tier.
Traits
Reaper
Damage scaling that increases with every kill.
Flash
Top-tier speed and cooldown reduction for maximum skill uptime.
Fortune
Boosts coins and EXP gained from kills.
Master
Boosts mastery gain for faster ability leveling.
Titles
Wealthy
Economy-focused title with increased coin and drop rates.
World Five
The strongest title in the game with a massive +55% damage boost.
Infinite Champion
Specialized title for Infinite Mode performance.