Anime Expeditions New Units: How to Get Kafka and Edward

Unlocking the Newest Units in Anime Expeditions

The latest update for Anime Expeditions has brought significant changes to the meta, introducing fresh units and a challenging new game mode. Whether you are aiming for the high-damage output of Kafka or the strategic utility of Edward, understanding the acquisition process is essential for success.

The update focuses on two primary characters: Kafka and Edward. Players can obtain Edward through the Alchemist Chests, while Kafka is found within the Monsters Rift stages. According to community reports, these units are currently highly sought after due to their unique passive abilities and power-scaling potential.

How to Farm for Kafka

1. Participate in the Monster Clash event to earn event currency.
2. Successfully defend your base against merging monsters and fake units (imposters).
3. Keep an eye out for the helicopter; if it arrives, interact with your host to travel to the Monsters Rift.
4. Clear the Rift stage for a chance to drop the Kafka unit.

Mastering the Monster Clash Game Mode

The Monster Clash mode is the centerpiece of this update. It requires players to defend a specific point on the map from waves of monsters and homunculi. A unique mechanic here is the "jealousy" system: occasionally, a fake unit will spawn that looks like one of your placed towers. You must identify and click on this imposter before it attacks your base.

Community feedback suggests that placing your units strategically near the track is key to spotting these clones early. Furthermore, enemies from opposing sides can merge into stronger monsters, so focusing your damage output to prevent them from grouping up is a vital tactic for high-level play.

Tip

Always maintain a mix of elements in your team. This is not only helpful for general combat but is a requirement for certain evolution paths, such as charging the Philosopher's Stone, which requires beating 15 stages with different elemental units.

Edward: The Ultimate Support Alchemist

Edward is a specialized support unit. Unlike pure DPS units, Edward cycles through three distinct attacks: Understand, Deconstruct, and Reconstruct.

• Understand: Applies an Alchemy Mark (cap of 5).
• Deconstruct: Grants all units in range a 10% magical damage buff per stack (up to 65%).
• Reconstruct: Deals 150% damage and applies a 70% slow for 6 seconds.

If you are running a team heavily reliant on Damage-Over-Time (DOT) effects, Edward is an S-tier addition. His "Alchemist Judgment" passive allows DOT-heavy units to apply two additional stacks of their damage, making him a cornerstone for fire-based or poison-based team compositions.

Kafka: The New Power Creep

Kafka has quickly become the standout unit for players focused on raw damage. With a control meter mechanic, his power increases as he stays on the field.

Kafka's Control Meter Passives

• 25 Stacks: Attacks deal an additional instance of 30% damage.
• 50 Stacks: Increases AOE size by 30 and grants immunity to debuffs.
• 75 Stacks: Reduces SPA (Seconds Per Attack) and increases range.
• 100 Stacks (Unbound): Unlocks a 20-second window with 75% increased damage and 20% more physical damage for all nearby units.

Because Kafka provides both massive line AOE damage and physical damage buffs to nearby units, he is widely considered a significant upgrade over older units like Kenpachi. To get the most out of him, ensure you are investing in stat rerolls that favor damage and attack speed.

Tips for Equipment and Stat Rerolling

Strengthening your units is just as important as pulling them. For the new units, prioritize rolling for "Mythic" tier equipment.

• Stat Rerolls: Don't settle for anything less than "Triple S" stats if you have the resources. Kafka benefits immensely from Z-tier damage stats.
• Equipment Farming: Use the World Boss (Ancient One) to farm for exclusive gear. Remember that the Ancient One encounter disables farm income, so plan your economy units accordingly.
• AFK Farming: If you are struggling with currency, utilize the portals for AFK farming sessions to stack up on stat reroll tokens.

Warning

Be cautious when rerolling stats for newer units. Ensure you have a sufficient supply of tokens, as chasing "Triple S" rolls can quickly deplete your resources. Always prioritize Kafka for your best stat rolls due to his high damage ceiling.

FAQ

Is the helicopter guaranteed to spawn in Monster Clash?

No, the helicopter spawn is luck-based. You must clear the waves successfully to increase your chances of it appearing after the match.

Can I use the same element units for the evolution stone requirements?

No, the evolution process for items like the Philosopher's Stone requires you to clear stages with a variety of different elements. Using a diverse team is necessary to gain the respective element charges.

Should I evolve Edward or Kafka first?

Kafka is generally the better priority for evolution if you need a primary damage dealer. Edward is an excellent support, but his value scales based on your existing team's ability to apply DOT, making him a secondary priority unless you already have a strong elemental core.