- Anime Adventures Berserk units arrived in Update 15, headlined by Guts (Berserk)
- Guts (Berserk) reaches roughly 1.43M base damage with heavy bleeding at max upgrade
- Best support stack: Griffith (Reincarnation), Poochie, and Erwin buffs
- He replaces older meta tanks for leaderboard runs thanks to multi-hit attacks
- Unlock upgrades unlock key abilities: Rampaging Barrage, Dragon Slayer Assault, Beast of Darkness
Berserk Units Overview: Update 15
The Berserk update in Anime Adventures dropped alongside the game's one-year anniversary and introduced a batch of new units inspired by the Berserk series. The standout addition is Guts (Berserk), an SSS-tier powerhouse that many players consider one of the most overpowered units added to the game so far. Update 15 also brought the guild system, giving players new long-term progression goals.
Video Highlights:
- Full showcase of an all-SSS unique Guts (Berserk) roll
- Upgrade-by-upgrade stat breakdown through max level
- Bleeding damage scaling explained (25% additional damage, four ticks)
- Buff stacking with Griffith (Reincarnation), Poochie, and Erwin
- Final DPS calculation exceeding one million per second
Bleeding in Anime Adventures adds 25% of a unit's damage as extra damage over four ticks. On a hard-hitting unit like Guts (Berserk), this turns already massive numbers into leaderboard-tier output. He is currently one of the best bleeding picks in the game.
Guts (Berserk) Full Stat Table
Guts (Berserk) starts as a medium-sized AOE cone attacker with a small range, which is why many players reroll for bonus range rather than damage. His scaling through upgrades is aggressive, culminating in a full AOE multi-hit form.
| Upgrade | Damage | SPA (sec) | Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base | 30,243 | 5.7 | 22.2 | AOE cone, 2-hit on placement |
| Upgrade 1 | 56,706 | 4.8 | 23.5 | Solid early scaling |
| Upgrade 2 | 151,216 | 6.5 | 24.8 | Gains Rampaging Barrage, becomes multi-hit, 25% bleeding |
| Upgrade 3 | 189,020 | 6.1 | 26.1 | Larger AOE cone |
| Upgrade 4 | 226,824 | 5.7 | 27.4 | Steady climb |
| Upgrade 5 | 453,648 | 9.7 | 28.7 | Gains Dragon Slayer Assault, much bigger AOE cone |
| Upgrade 6 | 129,256* | 8.9 | 30.0 | Cost-efficient wave clear tier |
| Upgrade 7 | 680,472 | 8.1 | 31.3 | Strong mid-late tier |
| Upgrade 8 | 945,101 | 11.3 | 32.6 | Gains Beast of Darkness: full AOE, ~5 hits per attack |
| Upgrade 9 | 1,585,013 | 10.9 | 35.2 | Massive bleeding payload |
| Max | 1,436,553 | 10.5 | ~36 | ~171K DPS with bleeding unbuffed |
*Reported values may vary slightly between showcase recordings.
Guts (Berserk) has a small base range compared to other top-tier units. If you're rerolling stats, prioritize more range over Spa or damage on early placements, or compensate with buff units that extend coverage.
Key ability breakpoints:
| Ability | Unlock | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Rampaging Barrage | Upgrade 2 | Multi-hit attacks + 25% bleeding, bigger AOE cone |
| Dragon Slayer Assault | Upgrade 5 | Significantly larger AOE cone, big damage jump |
| Beast of Darkness | Upgrade 8 | Full AOE, ~5 hits per swing, top-tier shield breaking |
Buff Stacking: Max DPS Setup
The real magic of Guts (Berserk) shows when you stack support buffs. With the right team, his damage output climbs from roughly 171K DPS to over 1.26 million DPS.
| Setup | Damage | SPA | Approx. DPS (with bleeding) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unbuffed (max upgrade) | 1,436,553 | 10.5 | ~171,018 |
| +100% buff | 2,873,107 | 10.5 | ~342,037 |
| +100% buff + Griffith (Reincarnation) | 5,371,462 | 5.3 | ~1,266,854 |
Combine Griffith (Reincarnation) for a 100% damage increase, Poochie's buff to slash Spa from 10.5s to 5.3s, and Erwin/Oshi buffs for maximum effect. With all active simultaneously, Guts (Berserk) reaches roughly 5.37M damage per hit with bleeding included.
Griffith (Reincarnation)
- 100% damage increase
- Core to every Guts setup
- Save resources to evolve him
Poochie
- Cuts SPA nearly in half
- Doubles effective DPS
- Best speed support available
Erwin / Oshi
- Additional percentage buffs
- Stacks with Griffith's effect
- Fully max before leaderboard runs
Step-by-Step: Building Your Guts (Berserk)
Roll for the Unit
Summon during the Update 15 banner. Reroll stats toward unique quality, prioritizing extra range to offset his small coverage.
Upgrade to Upgrade 2 First
Unlock Rampaging Barrage early for multi-hit attacks and bleeding. This is where his value against shield enemies begins.
Push to Upgrade 5
Unlock Dragon Slayer Assault for the much larger AOE cone and a major damage jump for wave clearing.
Prepare Your Support Core
Evolve Griffith into his Reincarnation form and max out your Poochie and Erwin buffs before attempting hard content.
Max Upgrade and Stack Buffs
Unlock Beast of Darkness for full AOE five-hit attacks, then activate all buffs for peak leaderboard DPS.
If you don't have a dedicated trait support unit, equip Lost Vein on Guts (Berserk). It is considered one of the strongest trait picks for him in the current meta, especially for leaderboard runs.
Meta Impact and Comparisons
Guts (Berserk) has shifted the endgame meta. Community consensus from Update 15 showcases indicates he has effectively replaced previous meta picks for tank-heavy leaderboard runs.
| Comparison Point | Guts (Berserk) | Older Meta Tanks |
|---|---|---|
| Bleeding | 25% over four ticks, best-in-class | Little to no bleeding |
| Multi-hit | 5 hits at max upgrade | Fewer hits per cycle |
| Shield breaking | Excellent (multi-hit + bleeding) | Moderate |
| Range | Small base, needs rerolls/support | Generally larger |
| Leaderboard DPS | ~1.26M+ fully buffed | Lower ceiling |
Update 15 launched alongside the one-year anniversary and the new guild system. Expect future updates to adjust numbers, so verify current stats in-game before committing all your resources to one build.
Berserk Update Goals:
- Obtain Guts (Berserk) from the Update 15 banner
- Reroll to unique quality with bonus range
- Unlock Rampaging Barrage, Dragon Slayer Assault, and Beast of Darkness
- Evolve Griffith into his Reincarnation form
- Join a guild and climb the rankings with your buffed squad
FAQ
Q: Is Guts (Berserk) the best unit from the Berserk update in Anime Adventures?
He is widely considered the most overpowered unit added in Update 15. With full buffs from Griffith (Reincarnation), Poochie, and Erwin, he can exceed one million DPS with bleeding, making him a top pick for leaderboard runs.
Q: What stats should I reroll on Guts (Berserk)?
Prioritize range over Spa or damage. His base AOE cone range is small (22.2 at base), and extra range lets him cover more of the map, which is generally more valuable than marginal stat gains.
Q: How does bleeding work on Guts (Berserk)?
From Upgrade 2 onward, his attacks apply 25% of his damage as additional bleeding across four ticks. At max upgrade with buffs, this adds hundreds of thousands of extra damage per attack.
Q: What is the best trait for Guts (Berserk)?
If you don't have a dedicated trait support unit on your team, Lost Vein is the recommended pick, as it synergizes strongly with his multi-hit, bleeding-heavy attack pattern.