Anime Crusaders
Ichi (Dusk) Unit Guide - Anime Crusaders
By Paquito Jr Conde | October 27, 2025
Ichi is a Mythic sword-based unit in Anime Crusaders known for his fast melee attacks and straightforward combat style. This unit is ideal for beginners looking for reliable early-game strength and consistent sword damage output.
Overview
Ichi stands out as one of the easiest Mythic units to obtain in Anime Crusaders, offering simple yet effective sword combat. His attacks focus on precision and speed, making him a great choice for players learning the basics of melee gameplay. Although his potential is limited compared to advanced units, Ichi’s performance in story mode and early Infinite stages is solid. He remains dependable for clearing waves and dealing steady damage without complicated mechanics. Overall, Ichi provides a strong introduction to sword-type units and melee-based strategies.
Unit Details
- Rarity: Mythic
- Placement Cost: 1650.0
- Total Cost: 39150.0
- DMG: 220.0
- SPA: 6.0
- RNG: 12.0
Rarity and Acquisition
- Rarity: Mythic
- Availability: Obtainable through the standard summon banner
- Accessibility: Easy to summon, making him a common first pick for new players
Abilities and Skills
- Blade Strike – A single-target sword slash dealing steady melee damage.
- Crescent Cut – Launches a small sword wave that damages enemies in a line, giving him light AoE potential.
- Warrior’s Spirit – A passive ability that slightly boosts his attack power as the battle continues.
Strengths
- Easy to summon and upgrade for new players
- Balanced damage with both single-target and small AoE capability
- Reliable in story progression and early Infinite runs
- Beginner-friendly mechanics with simple sword skills
Weaknesses
- Limited scaling in late-game stages
- No advanced mechanics such as lifesteal, crowd control, or summons
- Outperformed by stronger Mythic and Secret units in endgame modes
- Struggles in high-tier raids where AoE and support skills matter
Best Uses
- Story Mode: Excellent for beginners clearing early missions.
- Early Infinite Mode: Performs well in lower waves with fast, steady attacks.
- Beginner Raids: Works as a secondary DPS but weaker against bosses and high-HP enemies.
Tier Placement
- Early Game: A-Tier
- Late Game: C-Tier
- Reason: Reliable and consistent in early stages but lacks power for endgame content.
Evolution
Ichi evolves into Ichi (Dusk).
Material Required:
- Aether Feather Orb x1
Passives
- Soul Bind
- Each attack applies 1 Soul Bind stack to the target (max 3 stacks).
- Upon reaching 3 stacks, Ichi’s next strike detonates them, dealing true damage equal to 175% of Ichi’s damage.
- Detonation only occurs once per target per full stack cycle.
- Hollow Fury
- Detonating Soul Bind activates Hollow Fury for 8 seconds.
- While active, Ichi gains:
- +20% Attack Speed
- +10% Critical Chance
- Each kill during Hollow Fury extends its duration by 2 seconds, up to a maximum of 12 seconds total.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I get Ichi in Anime Crusaders?
You can summon Ichi from the standard summon banner.
Is Ichi good for beginners?
Yes, his simple skillset and consistent damage make him great for new players.
What makes Ichi different from other Mythic units?
He focuses on fast melee attacks instead of special effects or crowd control.
Can Ichi be evolved?
Yes, he can evolve into Ichi (Dusk) using one Aether Feather Orb.
What is the best mode to use Ichi?
Ichi performs best in story mode and early Infinite runs.
Ichi is a dependable Mythic unit in Anime Crusaders, ideal for early-game progression. His straightforward abilities and low summoning cost make him an excellent choice for beginners learning melee gameplay before advancing to higher-tier units.