Anime Squadron Traits Guide: How to Get and Roll the Best Stats

Mastering the Trait System in Anime Squadron

In Anime Squadron, merely summoning powerful units is only half the battle. As you progress into the mid and late game, facing increasingly difficult waves requires more than just base stats; you need traits. Traits provide percentage-based modifiers that can transform a decent unit into an absolute powerhouse, offering bonuses like increased damage, extra range, or even reduced deployment costs. Understanding how to manage your trait rolls is the difference between struggling in story mode and dominating the leaderboards.

Understanding Trait Effects and Statistics

Before diving into farming methods, you should know what you are aiming for. Traits range from common stat bumps like "Endure" to game-changing buffs like "Superior." According to community data, the rarity of these traits directly correlates to their combat impact.

Tip

"Superior" is the undisputed king of traits. Its massive 200% damage boost and extra spawn capacity make it the gold standard for every unit. Do not waste shards chasing sub-traits if you land this one.

How to Roll and Manage Your Traits

The process of rolling traits is straightforward but requires resources known as Trait Shards. Follow these steps to begin upgrading your units:

1. Head to the Upgrade area within the game lobby.
2. Locate and interact with the Traits NPC.
3. Click the Plus (+) button to open your unit roster and select the unit you wish to upgrade.
4. Hit the Roll button. If you have enough shards, a new trait will be assigned.
5. Use the Config menu if you prefer to use the Auto-Reroll feature to target specific traits automatically.

Note that there is currently no "Lock" feature in the game. If you roll a high-tier trait like "Cloner" or "Superior," be careful not to keep clicking the roll button, as your current stats will be overwritten immediately.

Effective Strategies for Farming Trait Shards

Farming Trait Shards efficiently is essential for late-game success. Based on player experience and community reports, focusing on passive income and daily rotations is superior to grinding Infinite mode, which is often considered inefficient.

Daily Rotations and Challenges

Engage with the daily challenges, specifically the Katakuri Bridge and Hero challenges. These are low-effort, high-reward tasks that take only seconds to complete. Players report that these dailies are the primary source for accumulating thousands of shards consistently.

Leveraging Quests and Milestones

Never ignore the quest log. Completing your four daily quests provides a reliable injection of shards. Furthermore, prioritize "Special Quests." Even if you are a free-to-play player, completing milestones—like the Broly quest—can yield substantial shard rewards without requiring you to spend Robux.

The "Codes" Advantage

For beginners, the absolute fastest way to jumpstart your shard count is by redeeming all available active game codes. Codes can grant hundreds of rerolls instantly, which is invaluable when you are just starting your build.

Warning

Avoid the Barros event if your primary goal is farming rerolls. Community feedback indicates that the return on investment for the time spent is significantly lower compared to raids or daily challenges.

Choosing the Right Traits for Your Playstyle

Not every unit needs the same trait. While "Superior" works for everyone, you should match traits to a unit's specific role in your formation:

• For DPS Units: Prioritize "Superior" > "Cloner" > "Rebirth" > "Lethal." You want the highest possible damage output to clear waves faster.
• For Expensive Units: Focus on "Wealthy" or "Entrepreneur" to mitigate high deployment costs while still gaining damage and HP boosts.
• For Tank Units: "Juggernaut" and "Rebirth" are essential for maintaining your frontline defense against heavy enemy pressure.

Is it worth rolling for sub-traits?

Generally, no. Because there is no way to lock a trait or sub-trait, the risk of losing a high-tier primary trait is too high. Stick with top-tier traits when you hit them.

What should I do if I am a beginner?

Focus on redeeming codes and completing your daily bounty missions. These are low-barrier, passive ways to build up your initial stash of shards without needing high-level units.

Why is my trait not working?

Always ensure the trait is applied to the specific unit you are using in your current loadout. Check the Traits NPC menu to verify the active buff assigned to your unit.