4 Best Units Anime Vanguards Update 10 Part 2 (March 2026) Ultimate Guide

Updated by Rudra Sethi
January 14, 2026
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Anime Vanguards Update 10 Part 2, released on January 11th, 2026, has completely revolutionized the game’s meta with the introduction of six powerful new units. Among these, four stand out as absolute game-changers that will dominate both casual and competitive play for months to come. As someone who has spent countless hours testing these units in every game mode, I can confidently say that understanding these four characters will be crucial for your success in March 2026.

The “Freedom’s Call Part 2” update brought us some of the most unique mechanics we’ve seen in Anime Vanguards history. From units that can single-handedly break the game’s toughest defenses to others that offer unprecedented value for their cost, this update rewards strategic thinking and proper resource management. Whether you’re a free-to-play player looking to maximize your investment or a veteran seeking to optimize your teams, these four units deserve your immediate attention.

Rank	Unit Name	Key Ability	Best For	Obtainment
#1	Shanks	Free Monarch + Stun Lock	All Game Modes	Secret/Event
#2	World Destroyer	Overshield Removal	Late Game Content	World Destroyer Mode
#3	Doflamingo (Pink Villain)	Auto-Slot Fill	Cost Efficiency	Happy Factory Raid
#4	Law	High DPS + Room Control	Specific Team Comps	Secret/Event

1. Shanks: The Undisputed King of Update 10 Part 2

Shanks isn’t just the best unit in Update 10 Part 2 – he’s arguably one of the most broken units ever introduced in Anime Vanguards. What makes him so incredibly powerful is his unique combination of abilities that address multiple meta problems simultaneously.

Why Shanks Breaks the Game?

Free Monarch Ability: Unlike other units that require specific trait rolls or massive investment to gain the Monarch trait, Shanks comes with it built-in. This immediately puts him ahead of 95% of the units in the game, as Monarch provides significant damage amplification and synergies with support units.

Perpetual Stun Lock: Shanks stuns enemies on every single hit. When combined with his ability to bypass stun lockout mechanics through his special abilities, he can keep even the toughest enemies permanently stunned. This makes him invaluable for both crowd control and survival.

Double Damage Synergy: Here’s where Shanks becomes truly terrifying – he deals double damage to stunned enemies. Since he stuns on every hit, this effectively gives him a permanent 2x damage multiplier against most enemies in the game.

Damage Reduction Bypass: Many late-game enemies have damage reduction that makes them incredibly tanky. Shanks completely ignores this mechanic, allowing him to shred through enemies that other units struggle against.

Advanced Shanks Strategies

To maximize Shanks’ potential, I recommend pairing him with:

Support units that amplify stun duration – This extends his already impressive crowd control
Units that benefit from Monarch synergy – His free Monarch trait boosts your entire team
Familiars that increase attack speed – More hits mean more stuns and more damage

Shanks in Different Game Modes

Story Mode: Absolutely dominates with his ability to handle any enemy type
Raids: Essential for boss fights where his stun lock prevents devastating abilities
World Destroyer Mode: His ability to bypass damage reduction makes him perfect for the high-damage enemies
PvP: His Unknown unit classification makes him resistant to common debuffs and world modifiers

2. World Destroyer: The Overshield Counter King

While Shanks excels at general dominance, World Destroyer serves a more specific but equally crucial role – he’s the ultimate answer to the game’s most frustrating mechanic: overshields.

The Overshield Problem

In late-game Anime Vanguards, many enemies (especially bosses) come with massive overshields that can absorb millions of damage. These overshields make normally powerful units feel useless and can turn promising runs into frustrating failures. Before World Destroyer, players had to either avoid these enemies or spend excessive resources trying to break through.

World Destroyer’s Game-Changing Ability

Instant Overshield Deletion: World Destroyer’s passive ability instantly removes any overshield, regardless of how much HP it has. This works even at base level without any upgrades or evolution. This single ability makes him borderline mandatory for any serious late-game content.

Additional Strengths:

Applies strong slows to Wanted enemies
Gains bonus damage from debuff interactions
Perfect synergy with One Piece-themed units
Excellent against bosses with multiple phases

Strategic Placement and Usage

I’ve found World Destroyer works best when:

Placed early to handle incoming overshielded enemies
Paired with units that apply debuffs for maximum damage output
Used as a dedicated boss killer in raid content
Positioned to cover multiple lanes due to his AoE capabilities

Evolution and Investment Priority

World Destroyer requires 5,000 takedowns to evolve, but I recommend investing in him early because:

His overshield removal works at base level
Evolution significantly boosts his damage output
He remains relevant in all future updates due to the persistent overshield mechanic
His value in team compositions far outweighs the investment cost

3. Doflamingo (Pink Villain): The Efficiency Master

Doflamingo represents a completely different philosophy of power – not through raw damage or unique mechanics, but through unprecedented efficiency and value.

The Auto-Fill Revolution

Doflamingo’s game-changing passive allows him to automatically fill empty unit slots with copies of himself. This creates a snowball effect where:

Each additional Doflamingo placement becomes cheaper
Eventually, upgrades cost almost nothing
Your total DPS grows exponentially for minimal investment

Cost Efficiency Breakdown

Based on my testing, a fully optimized Doflamingo setup can achieve:

Individual DPS: ~27,000 per placement at full upgrade
Total Combined DPS: Potentially over 200,000 with optimal placement
Cost Reduction: Up to 90% reduction in upgrade costs
Slot Efficiency: Maximizes use of available unit slots

Doflamingo Team Composition

To maximize Doflamingo’s potential, consider these team compositions:

Pure Doflamingo Army: Fill most slots with Doflamingo for maximum efficiency
Support-Heavy Setup: Pair with units that buff damage or reduce costs further
Wanted-Focused Teams: His synergy with Wanted-based teams is exceptional
Stun Lock Combinations: Works well with units that keep enemies in place

When to Choose Doflamingo

Doflamingo excels in:

Infinite modes where cost efficiency matters more than burst damage
Early to mid-game progression where resource management is crucial
Free-to-play accounts that need maximum value from limited resources
Experimentation with different team compositions

4. Law: The High-Skill DPS Powerhouse

Law rounds out our top 4 as the unit with the highest potential DPS, but with a significant catch – he requires active micromanagement to reach his full potential.

Law’s Unique Mechanics

Room Ability: Law’s signature “Room” ability creates a special area where he gains massive damage bonuses and unique effects. However, this requires manual activation and positioning, making him less suitable for auto-play.

Wanted Application: Law applies the Wanted debuff incredibly effectively, making him valuable in team compositions that focus on debuff stacking.

Cost-Effective Damage: Despite his high skill ceiling, Law remains surprisingly cheap to build and upgrade compared to other top-tier DPS units.

The Micromanagement Challenge

Here’s why most players underperform with Law:

Room Positioning: Requires constant manual adjustment of Room placement
Timing Management: Need to activate abilities at precise moments
Auto-Play Limitations: His full potential can’t be realized with auto-upgrade enabled
Learning Curve: Takes significant practice to master his mechanics

Mastering Law: Pro Tips

After extensive testing, here are my recommendations for maximizing Law:

Practice in Sandbox: Spend time mastering Room mechanics before using him in important content
Manual Override: Turn off auto-upgrade when using Law to maintain control
Team Synergy: Pair with units that complement his Wanted application
Situational Usage: Use him in content where you can actively manage his abilities

When Law Outshines Others

Despite his complexity, Law is the best choice when:

You need maximum single-target damage
You’re playing content that allows manual control
You have a team built around Wanted mechanics
You’re willing to invest time in mastering his mechanics

Comparative Analysis: Choosing Your Investment Priority

Based on extensive testing across all game modes, here’s how I recommend prioritizing your resources:

Investment Priority Ranking

Shanks (Highest Priority): His versatility and power make him the best investment for any player type
World Destroyer: Essential for late-game content, especially if you plan to tackle raids
Doflamingo: Best for free-to-play players and those focused on efficiency
Law: Only invest if you’re committed to mastering his mechanics

Resource Allocation Strategy

For different player types:

Free-to-Play: Focus on Doflamingo first, then save for Shanks
Moderate Spenders: Shanks should be your first priority
Heavy Spenders: Get all four, but start with Shanks and World Destroyer
Competitive Players: Shanks and World Destroyer are non-negotiable

Advanced Team Compositions for Update 10 Part 2

The Ultimate Meta Team

Based on my testing, this composition dominates most content:

Shanks (Primary DPS and CC)
World Destroyer (Overshield removal)
Doflamingo (Cost efficiency and additional DPS)
Support Unit (Buffing and utility)

Budget-Friendly Alternative

For free-to-play players:

Doflamingo (Core unit, multiple placements)
World Destroyer (Essential utility)
Law (If you can master him)
Budget support from earlier updates

Future-Proofing Your Investments

One crucial aspect of these units is their longevity in the meta:

Shanks

His Unknown unit classification and versatile kit ensure he’ll remain top-tier for at least 6-8 more updates.

World Destroyer

As long as overshields remain in the game (which they likely will), he’ll always have a place in meta compositions.

Doflamingo

Cost efficiency is always valuable, making him a safe long-term investment.

Law

High DPS units tend to remain relevant, though his skill requirement may limit his widespread adoption.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Based on community feedback and my own experience, here are the most common mistakes players make with these units:

Shanks Mistakes

Not pairing him with Monarch-synergy supports
Underestimating his value in early-game content
Not investing in proper familiars for him

World Destroyer Mistakes

Waiting too long to obtain him (he’s needed for current content)
Not positioning him to handle multiple lanes
Forgetting his value extends beyond just overshield removal

Doflamingo Mistakes

Not filling enough slots with him to maximize his passive
Underestimating his scaling potential
Not evolving him quickly enough

Law Mistakes

Trying to use him with auto-play enabled
Not practicing his Room mechanics in Sandbox first
Giving up on him before mastering his potential

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I obtain these units?

Shanks: Available through secret methods and limited-time events World Destroyer: Obtain from World Destroyer gamemode (defeat the boss every 20 waves) Doflamingo: Get from Happy Factory Raid Act 1 (2% drop rate) Law: Available through secret methods and limited-time events

Are these units worth the investment for free-to-play players?

Absolutely! Doflamingo is specifically designed to be F2P-friendly, and World Destroyer can be farmed without spending. Shanks is more difficult but worth the effort.

Which unit should I get first?

For most players, I recommend Shanks first due to his versatility, followed by World Destroyer if you’re tackling late-game content.

Do these units work well together?

Yes! Shanks and World Destroyer have incredible synergy, and Doflamingo can fit into almost any composition due to his efficiency.

Will these units be power-crept soon?

Based on update patterns, these units should remain meta-relevant for at least 3-4 more updates, with Shanks potentially lasting even longer.

Conclusion

Anime Vanguards Update 10 Part 2 has introduced some of the most impactful units we’ve seen in the game’s history. Shanks stands as the undisputed king with his combination of free Monarch, permanent stun lock, and damage reduction bypass. World Destroyer solves the game’s most frustrating mechanic with his instant overshield removal. Doflamingo revolutionizes cost efficiency with his auto-fill mechanic, and Law offers incredible DPS for players willing to master his complexity.

The key to success in March 2026 will be understanding not just which units are strong, but why they’re strong and how they fit into your specific playstyle and resource availability. I recommend starting with Shanks if possible, as his versatility makes him valuable in virtually every situation. If you’re focused on late-game content, World Destroyer becomes essential. For free-to-play players, Doflamingo offers the best value, and Law rewards dedicated players who master his mechanics.