Anime Overload Evolution Guide
⚡ Quick Summary
- 21 evolution paths exist — all ending at Secret tier.
- 7 paths start from Mythic base (cheapest to summon).
- Chain Man starts at Rare — the most accessible evolution in the game.
- Farm materials from Story Mode and Raids. Prioritize SSS-tier evolutions first.
All Evolution Paths
Below is the complete list of every evolution path in Anime Overload. Each path transforms a base unit into a more powerful final form. Some paths have an intermediate stage that must be completed first. All final forms are Secret-tier (where data is confirmed). Click any hero name to view their detailed page.
| Base Unit | Base Rarity | Intermediate | Final Form | Final Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Strongest Alien | Mythic | — | SA (Burst) | Secret |
 Bald Hero | Mythic | Bald Hero (Serious) | BH (Super Serious) | Secret |
 Devil Knight | Mythic | DK (Demonic) | DK (Berserk) | Secret |
| Ener | Mythic | — | Ener (Lightning) | Secret |
 Yono | Mythic | — | Yono (Spirit) | Secret |
| Vegetable | Mythic | — | Vegetable (Almighty) | Secret |
| Natso | Mythic | — | Natso (Fire & Lightning) | Secret |
 Red Hair | Secret | — | Red Hair (Conqueror) | Secret |
 Crimson Queen | Secret | — | CQ (Dominant) | Secret |
 Sokono | Secret | — | Sokono (Domain) | Secret |
 Goju | Secret | — | Goju (Unlimited) | Secret |
 Death Surgeon | Secret | — | DS (Operation) | Secret |
 Greye | Secret | — | Greye (Frost) | Secret |
| Chain Man | Rare | — | Chain Man (Psychotic) | Secret |
| Kid Psychic | Secret | — | Kid Psychic (99%) | Secret |
| Maine | Secret | — | Maine (Final Push) | Secret |
| Streliana (Stampede) | Secret | — | Streliana (True Maiden) | Secret |
 Sosoke | Secret | Sosoke (MS) | Sosoke (RS) | Secret |
| Imperial Silver | Secret | — | Imperial Silver (Prime) | Secret |
| Kaitou (Gun/Hammer/Scythe) | Secret | — | Kaitou (Trinity) | Secret |
| Madoro | Unknown | — | Madoro (Six Paths) | Unknown |
Data verified March 2026. Madoro's rarity is listed as "Unknown" due to an error in the game's data files. See the tier list for current rankings of all evolved forms.
Mythic-to-Secret Paths (Best Value)
These seven evolution paths start from Mythic-rarity units, which only cost 7,500 Crystal Shards to pity (versus 400,000 for a direct Secret summon). This makes them the most efficient way for F2P players to obtain Secret-tier units. See our Summoning Guide for the full cost breakdown.
Single-Stage Evolutions
Direct evolution — no intermediate form required
- Strongest Alien SA (Burst)
- Ener Ener (Lightning)
- Yono Yono (Spirit)
- Vegetable Vegetable (Almighty)
- Natso Natso (Fire & Lightning)
Multi-Stage Evolutions
Requires completing an intermediate form first
- Bald Hero → Bald Hero (Serious) → BH (Super Serious)
- Devil Knight → DK (Demonic) → DK (Berserk)
Special mention: Chain Man. Although not a Mythic, Chain Man starts at Rare rarity (76.492% summon rate — no pity needed) and evolves to the Secret-tier Chain Man (Psychotic). This is objectively the cheapest evolution path in the game.
Evolution Materials & Farming Locations
Each evolution requires specific materials that drop from Story Mode stages and Raids. Here are the key materials and where to find them.
| Material | Primary Source | Secondary Source |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmic Star | Story Mode: Marine Fortress Act 6–7 | Raids (bonus drops) |
| Azure Eyes | Story Mode: Marine Fortress Act 4 | — |
| Gryphoon | Story Mode: Ice Marine Fortress Act 7 | — |
| Color Stars (Pure) | Story Mode: Various Act rewards | Event shop |
| Evolution-Specific Items | Specific Story stages / activities | Limited events |
💡 Farming Tip
Marine Fortress Act 7 is the most efficient farming stage for Cosmic Stars. If you can auto-clear it, run it on repeat while AFK. Combine this with the AFK Chamber for simultaneous crystal + material farming.
Evolution Priority Recommendations
Not all evolutions are equal. Some evolved forms are meta-defining while others are situational. Here is our recommended priority based on the current tier list.
- SA (Burst) — Top-tier DPS, starts from Mythic. Cheap and dominant.
- Sokono (Domain) — Best bleed DPS, essential for top team comps.
- Sosoke (RS) — Premier control unit. Multi-stage but worth every material.
- Chain Man (Psychotic) — Starts from Rare! Zero summoning cost, incredible payoff.
- BH (Super Serious) — Excellent boss killer. Multi-stage evolution.
- Red Hair (Conqueror) — Top-tier stun support for Raid teams.
- CQ (Dominant) — Strong bleed damage, great raid synergy.
- Goju (Unlimited) — Versatile control/debuff unit.
- DK (Berserk) — Strong melee DPS but avoid mixing with Magic units.
- Ener (Lightning) — Solid AoE damage dealer.
- Vegetable (Almighty) — Good general-purpose fighter.
- All remaining paths — Evolve as materials allow.
Pro Tips
💡 Pro Tips
- ◆ Evolve before you Prestige. Evolution changes the unit's base stats, so Prestige bonuses applied after evolution will scale off the higher evolved stats.
- ◆ Reroll traits before evolving. Traits carry over through evolution. Get the optimal trait first so you do not waste reroll tickets later.
- ◆ Farm materials passively. Run Story stages on auto while you do other things. Material farming is a marathon, not a sprint.
- ◆ Check multi-stage costs. Units like Bald Hero and Devil Knight require materials for each intermediate stage. Calculate the total cost before committing.
- ◆ Do not evolve everything at once. Focus on one SSS-priority evolution at a time to avoid spreading materials too thin.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the easiest Secret-tier unit to obtain through evolution?
Strongest Alien (SA Burst) is considered the easiest because its base form is Mythic (much cheaper to summon at 7,500 crystals pity vs 400,000 for Secret), has a direct evolution path with no intermediate form, and its evolution materials drop from commonly accessible Story Mode stages.
Can I evolve a unit multiple times?
Some units have multi-stage evolution paths. For example, Bald Hero evolves to Bald Hero (Serious) first, then to BH (Super Serious). Sosoke follows a similar path: Sosoke → Sosoke (MS) → Sosoke (RS). Each stage requires its own set of materials.
Where do I farm Cosmic Stars?
Cosmic Stars drop from Story Mode Marine Fortress Act 6 and Act 7, as well as from Raids. Marine Fortress Act 7 has the highest drop rate. Running Raids also provides Cosmic Stars as bonus rewards.
Should I evolve Chain Man even though he starts as Rare?
Yes. Chain Man (Psychotic) is one of the strongest Secret-tier units in the game despite starting at Rare rarity. Since Rare units are extremely easy to obtain (76.492% summon rate, no pity needed), Chain Man is arguably the most resource-efficient evolution path in the entire game.
What does 'Unknown' rarity mean for Madoro?
Madoro's base rarity data contains errors in the current game files. The evolution path to Madoro (Six Paths) exists and functions, but the officially listed rarity is inconsistent. We recommend checking the in-game unit info screen for the latest data, and we will update this guide when the developers correct the information.