- Anime Adventures Gilgamesh is the Golden King (Lord of Heroes), a Secret Limited unit obtained only through evolution.
- Evolution requirement: Golden King must reach 7,500 Takedowns before evolving.
- Meta status: Rated as a Meta unit for general content, Raids, and Infinity Mansion.
- Key breakpoint: Upgrade 8 unlocks Enūma Eliš, turning the unit Hybrid with a huge damage spike.
- Best value upgrades: Prioritize Upgrades 2, 5, and 8 for attack-type changes and AoE growth.
Anime Adventures Gilgamesh: Unit Overview
Golden King (Lord of Heroes) — commonly called Anime Adventures Gilgamesh by players, after the Fate-inspired character it references — sits at the top of the game's power curve. The unit is a Secret Limited evolution, meaning it cannot be summoned directly and only players who invested in the base Golden King can access it.
The community wiki flags this unit with three separate meta badges, which is rare:
| Meta Category | Rating | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| General Meta Unit | ★★★★★ | One of the most effective units overall |
| Raids Meta Unit | ★★★★★ | Top pick for Raid content |
| Infinity Mansion Meta Unit | ★★★★★ | Top pick for Infinity Mansion |
Very few units carry all three meta badges at once. If you own a base Golden King, evolving it is one of the strongest long-term investments you can make in Anime Adventures.
Core Identity at a Glance
Early Game (Deploy–U1)
- Ground, AoE (Line) width 10
- Cheap 2,500¥ deployment
- Solid lane-clear DPS
Mid Game (U2–U7)
- AoE (Circle) radius 9→up
- Gates of Babylon at U5, radius 12
- Range climbs from 23 to 37+
Late Game (U8–U10)
- Enūma Eliš makes it Hybrid
- Radius 16 full AoE circles
- Endgame Raid-level DPS
How to Get Gilgamesh: Evolution Requirements
You cannot pull this unit from the summon banner. The only path is evolving the base Golden King, and there is one hard gate before the materials even matter.
Obtain Base Golden King
Acquire the base Golden King unit while it is available. As the evolved form is Limited, plan around its banner rotation.
Farm 7,500 Takedowns
Deploy Golden King repeatedly across Story, Infinite, and Raid modes. Takedowns count kills and assists, so bringing Golden King to any active farming session works.
Gather Evolution Materials
Collect the required evolution materials listed in-game on the Evolution screen. Materials vary by update, so check the in-game menu for the current list.
Evolve and Level
Complete the evolution to unlock Golden King (Lord of Heroes), then level the unit to maximize its stat table.
7,500 Takedowns is a significant grind. Focus on Infinite mode maps with dense enemy waves — assist credit means Golden King does not need to land every kill personally.
Full Upgrade Path and Stats
The stat table below summarizes the full upgrade progression. Values shown are base damage per hit at each level (level 1 / level 100 brackets exist in-game; the table uses the level-100 tier figures where applicable).
| Upgrade | Cost | Hits | Damage (Lv100) | Range | SPA | Attack Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deploy | 2,500¥ | 3 | 6,442–13,529 | 23–27.6 | 7 | AoE (Line), width 10 |
| U1 | 3,000¥ | 3 | 15,462–32,471 | 24–28.8 | 7 | AoE (Line) |
| U2 | 3,500¥ | 1 | 33,502–70,355 | 25–30 | 7 | AoE (Circle) r9 |
| U3 | 5,000¥ | 1 | 45,099–94,709 | 26–31.2 | 6.5 | AoE (Circle) |
| U4 | 6,000¥ | 1 | 70,871–148,829 | 27–32.4 | 6.5 | AoE (Circle) |
| U5 | 7,000¥ | 4 | 109,528–230,009 | 29–34.8 | 9.5 | Gates of Babylon, r12 |
| U6 | 9,000¥ | 4 | 128,856–270,599 | 30–36 | 9 | AoE (Circle) |
| U7 | 12,000¥ | 4 | 167,513–351,779 | 31–37.2 | 9 | AoE (Circle) |
| U8 | 15,000¥ | 5 | 296,370–622,378 | 33–39.6 | 14 | Enūma Eliš — Hybrid, r16 |
| U9 | 25,000¥ | 5 | 386,570–811,798 | 34–40.8 | 13 | AoE (Circle) |
| U10 | 30,000¥ | 5 | 450,999–947,098 | 35–42 | 12 | AoE (Circle) |
DPS Summary (Lv100 Maxed)
| Stage | Approx. DPS Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Deploy | 920–2,147 | Cheap early lane clear |
| U2 | 4,786–11,167 | First circle AoE, big jump |
| U5 | 11,529–26,901 | Gates of Babylon online |
| U8 | 21,169–49,395 | Hybrid unlock, Raid-ready |
| U10 | 37,583–87,694 | Endgame ceiling |
If yen is tight, aim for U5 first (Gates of Babylon), then U8 (Enūma Eliš Hybrid). These two breakpoints deliver the largest DPS-per-yen gains on the entire path.
Buff Synergies
The unit's in-game buff info panel interacts with several support units. Key synergies to build around:
| Buff Source | Buff Type | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Sakura Aura | Aura buff | Toggleable damage multiplier, ON/OFF state |
| Sky Enchantment | Enchantment buff | Toggleable damage multiplier, ON/OFF state |
| Kisoko (Bankai) | Unit buff | Toggleable multiplier, ON/OFF state |
Aura and enchantment buffs apply as multipliers on the stat table, so stack them before spending yen on high-cost upgrades — the percentage gains scale with the larger base damage.
Placement Checklist
Deployment Checklist:
- Place on a bend so the AoE (Circle) overlaps two path lanes
- Enable Sakura Aura and Sky Enchantment buffs before wave start
- Reach U5 Gates of Babylon before boss waves
- Push to U8 Enūma Eliš for Hybrid coverage against air paths
- Pair with Kisoko (Bankai) support for maximum multiplier
Is Gilgamesh Worth It in the Current Meta?
Short answer: yes, if you already own the base unit. The 7,500 Takedown grind is the main barrier, but the payoff is a unit that carries Story, Infinite, Raids, and Infinity Mansion with the same build.
| Content Mode | Performance | Recommended Setup |
|---|---|---|
| Story | Excellent | U2–U5 clears most maps |
| Infinite | Excellent | U5+ for wave clear, U8 for late waves |
| Raids | Top-tier meta | Full U8+ with buff stacking |
| Infinity Mansion | Top-tier meta | U10 maxed, Hybrid essential |
Units sell for 25% of deployment cost and upgrades. Never sell a Limited evolution — it cannot be re-obtained through summoning.
FAQ
Q: How do I get Anime Adventures Gilgamesh (Golden King Lord of Heroes)?
You can only obtain it by evolving the base Golden King unit. The base unit needs 7,500 Takedowns (kills or assists) plus the required evolution materials before the evolution becomes available.
Q: What are Takedowns in the evolution requirement?
Takedowns refer to kills and assists credited to the unit. Golden King does not need to personally land every kill — assists from its AoE attacks also count toward the 7,500 total.
Q: Which upgrade is the biggest power spike?
Upgrade 8 (Enūma Eliš) is the largest breakpoint. It converts the unit to Hybrid, expands the AoE circle to radius 16, and roughly doubles DPS compared to Upgrade 7. Upgrade 5 (Gates of Babylon) is the second most important stop.
Q: How much does the full upgrade path cost?
Total yen from deployment through Upgrade 10 is 118,000¥ (2,500¥ deploy plus 115,500¥ in upgrades). Units sell for only 25% of that, so never sell a Limited evolution.