Claim rewards before summons
Open the reward and code panels before the first summon session. Spend only the rewards the game actually grants, then summon for a role your lane is missing.
Anime Squadron guide
Anime Squadron beginner guide for your first stable lane
Start by building one squad that can clear waves reliably. Do not spend every reward chasing rare pulls before you know which role your lane is missing.
Quick answer
A safe first route is reward claim into practical summons, Goku and Vegeta if the Gogeta path fits, Story 1 Act 1 hard mode for levels, then level 15 raids for Shenron rewards.
First account route
Use the first session to make one lane stable before treating any rare unit as the whole plan.
Goku and Vegeta path
Goku and Vegeta are the practical early targets if you want the Gogeta route. Kakashi, Whitebeard, and Shanks can still help, while Naruto is a lower-priority early chase in this route.
Fast Car money role
Fast Car is valuable because the route needs Yen flow. Treat it as an economy unit that helps the account place and scale units sooner.
One experiment slot
Try new units in a controlled slot instead of rebuilding the entire squad after every pull.
Level, raid, and economy route
The early account route is mostly level access and Yen flow, not a permanent tier list.
Story 1 Act 1 hard mode
Use the shortest reliable story route to push levels quickly. The key breakpoint is level 10 for selection banner access, then level 15 for raids.
Shenron raid target
Raids matter because Shenron tokens can feed trait rerolls, gold, cubes, gear, and evolution items. Do not delay raid access if your roster can handle it.
Yen generation before health
If units do not spawn or scale in time, upgrade maximum Yen and Yen generation first. Health upgrades do not fix a slow economy lane.
Beginner missions
Do the simple mission chain: roll a stat, roll a trait, upgrade a perk, craft gear, sell or feed a unit, and summon units for extra XP and rewards.
FAQ
What should beginners do first in Anime Squadron?
Build one stable lane with wave clear, boss pressure, and a support or economy plan before chasing rare pulls.
Should I summon immediately?
Claim available rewards first, inspect the current banner, then summon for a role your squad actually needs.
What is the safest first squad shape?
Start with one wave clearer, one boss answer, one economy helper such as Fast Car when you have it, and one flexible slot for banner tests.
Are exact unit rankings confirmed here?
No. This guide sticks to role-based advice because a lane, trait, and upgrade plan matter more than a fake permanent ranking.
When should I use gamepasses?
Use passes only when they match a loop you already repeat, such as faster runs, Premium farming, or shiny hunting.
Does the starter unit choice matter a lot?
The tutorial starter is not the main long-term decision. Claim available rewards, inspect the banner, and build around the role your first useful summons give you.
When do I unlock better banner control?
Selection-style banner control matters more after the early levels. Use the first stages to learn enemy flow, then target the missing squad role once you know whether the account needs damage, lane control, or economy help.
What early unit route should I test?
Test Goku and Vegeta first if you are aiming toward Gogeta. After that, compare Kakashi, Whitebeard, Shanks, and Naruto by what your current stages need.
How should I level before raids?
Repeat Story 1 Act 1 on hard mode if it is your shortest reliable clear. Push to level 10 for the selection banner and level 15 for raids.
Which account stats should I upgrade first?
Upgrade the economy stats that decide whether units can spawn and scale during a match. For a new account, Yen capacity and generation usually matter before upgrades that do not solve the current stage problem.