Anime Vanguards Update 8.5 is here, and it brings a massive batch of content for both new and veteran players! From brand-new units and a challenging dungeon to events, rewards, and quality-of-life improvements, this update is packed with exciting changes. In this guide, we’ll break down everything you need to know to make the most of Update 8.5.
Anime Vanguards Update 8.5 Guide – Codes, Season 7
New Units
Update 8.5 introduces 4 brand-new units, each with unique abilities and rare variants.
Where to find them:
Vanguard Quest:
- Brolzi Super – Also available in Wrathful variant
- Vogita Super (Awakened)
Special Banner:
- Lord Friezo – Available in Emperor variant
Dungeon Drop:
- Rogita – Can also appear as Fused Rogita
Worldlines Floor 50:
- Wolf (Resurrection)
Tip: Press on the unit cards in-game to view normal and shiny variants. Refresh the page if they do not load properly.
Frozen Volcano Dungeon
The Frozen Volcano Dungeon is the centerpiece of Update 8.5. Battle alongside Brolzi, Roku, and Vogita as they clash in epic fights while transforming the environment.
Dungeon Highlights:
- Collect Dragon Tokens to spend in the Dungeon Shop.
- Defeat Boss Friezo for Dragon Spheres every 3 waves.
- 20% chance to obtain Rogita if you only bring Friezo.
- Enjoy the Innocent Wrath OST, playable with the in-game volume slider.
Modifier Cards:
Choose a modifier every 5 waves to tailor the challenge:
- Tyrant Destroyer – Friezo Boss spawns with half health.
- Sphere Finder – Start with 2 Dragon Spheres.
- High Class – Begin with 10,000 Yen and a 40% income boost.
- Tyrant Arrives – Makes all unit slots unplaceable but grants free upgrades and Monarch trait to the first unit.
Dungeon Shop Items:
- Chili Familiar
- Trait Rerolls
- Evolution items for Remote Quest, Space Pod, and Fused Jacket
- Gold, Essence Stones, Stat Chips
Strategy Tip: Focus on collecting Dragon Spheres early to maximize rewards.
New Events
Update 8.5 launches 4 new events, plus several recurring and permanent events for ongoing rewards.
- Nornesh, Please! – Collect Dragon Spheres and complete missions to summon Nornesh and pick one wish:
- Power: 1 Vanguard Familiar Selector
- Wealth: 100,000 Gems
- Success: 200 Trait Rerolls
- Elemental Confluence – Complete element-themed trials for rewards like the Horse Girl Racing Banner and The Immortal Mount.
- Innocent Trials – Use new units from the Innocent Anger update to earn Trait Rerolls and Shards.
- Innocent Anger – Evolve update units to collect Event Coins redeemable in the Event Shop.
Other notable recurring events: The Strongest, The King’s Return, Recurring Decadence, Evolution Madness, Odyssey Outrage, Familial Foley, Raiding Rifts, Something’s Shiny.
Quick Tip: Track your progress in-game for missions and coin collection to optimize rewards.
Worldlines Season 7
Worldlines Season 7 resets all progression. Key updates include:
- Monkey King is no longer obtainable.
- Wolf (Resurrection) replaces him as the Floor 50 reward.
- All floor rewards are now claimable again.
New Player & Returning Player Rewards
New Players:
- Special Login Reward Calendar with 220+ Trait Rerolls, the Ackers unit, and essential resources for evolution.
Returning Players (3+ weeks inactive):
- Daily login for one week unlocks 220+ Trait Rerolls and additional rewards.
Pro Tip: Check these rewards early to boost your roster quickly.
Customizable Currency Display
Players can now choose which currencies appear on-screen, with a maximum of 5 displayed at a time. Options include:
- Gold
- Trait Rerolls
- Event Coins
This feature helps declutter the UI and prioritize resources you care about.
Changes & Quality of Life
Update 8.5 brings over 30 QOL changes:
- New custom loading screens for lobby and stages.
- Hide Familiars toggle.
- DIR counter replaced by eDPS.
- Tournament changes: Elemental Buff system replaced, unit bans removed.
- Quest Tracker can now be opened/closed in-match.
- Sandbox now has Select Map button.
- Evolution UI now tracks objectives.
- Modifier Cards and selection UI visually reworked.
- New bundles added for skins, mounts, rerolls, and more.
New Bundles & Codes
Bundles:
- Pride Skin Bundle – 1,999 Robux
- Awakened Skin Bundle – 1,999 Robux
- Innocent Wrath Bundle – 9,999 Robux
- Dragon Mount Bundle – 9,999 Robux
Codes:
- LateUpdate – 100 Rerolls (LVL 30+)
- AngryMan – 20 Rerolls (LVL 30+)
- InnocentAnger – 5000 Gems, 20 Stat Chips, 5 Phoenix Shards
Redeem codes quickly—they have level requirements and limited durations.
Bug Fixes
Over 45 bug fixes were included, improving:
- Unit abilities
- PVP modes
- UI elements
- Stage mechanics
- Visual and functional glitches
This ensures smoother gameplay and fewer interruptions.
Update 8.5 is one of the most content-rich updates for Anime Vanguards yet, offering new units, dungeons, events, and player-friendly quality-of-life features. Dive in, complete the Frozen Volcano Dungeon, collect Dragon Spheres, and evolve your roster with the latest units!