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King of Heroes (Gilgamesh) Unit Guide - Anime Last Stand

By Paquito Jr Conde | October 22, 2025

King of Heroes (Gilgamesh) Unit Guide - Anime Last Stand
King of Heroes, known as Gilgamesh, is a strong Archer unit that shines in clearing groups and dealing big burst damage when evolved. This guide covers his deployment and upgrade costs, passive effects, active abilities, how to obtain him, and a clear evolution walkthrough. Read the step-by-step evolution instructions and tips for when to use his manual nuke. Numbers and dates included here match the in-game references and community reports used when this guide was written. If you want a powerful endgame AoE unit, this guide explains why Gilgamesh is a good long-term choice.

Overview

Gilgamesh is a hybrid AoE Archer with strong single-target burst when evolved and consistent area damage on the field. He grows in value as you invest materials and reach higher evolution tiers. His role fits players who want a unit that helps clear waves and finish wounded enemies fast. Use him in lanes with many enemy paths so his area attacks hit more targets. Evolving him makes his abilities and passive scale into endgame usefulness.

Deployment & Upgrade Costs

  • Base deployment cost: $650 (King of Heroes)
  • First evolution deployment cost: $800 (King of Heroes — Heavenly Sword)
  • Final Godly deployment cost: $5,000 (Heavenly King)

Note that in-game numbers can change with patches, but the values above reflect the current recorded costs used by players and guides.

Passives & Abilities

Passive

The King: Every 50 kills/assists, Gilgamesh gains +15% damage and -10% SPA for 20 seconds. The passive refreshes as you reach new kill or assist thresholds and helps boost team damage during long waves.

Active / Manual Ability

Heavenly Sword (Manual): Deals very large area damage across the map and instantly kills enemies under 25% HP. This ability is best used when many enemies are low on health or to finish bosses that dip under the threshold. Timing is important to get the most value from the nuke.

Playstyle Notes

  • Gilgamesh is most useful when paired with units that lower enemy HP quickly, so his manual can finish many targets.
  • His passive stacks on kills or assists, so place him where he gets consistent engagement.
  • He functions as both a clear unit and a late-game burst unit when fully evolved.

How to Obtain

The base King of Heroes can be obtained from certain legend or event stages that drop the unit. Some players gain him from a specific legend stage drop or special event reward tied to Fate-themed content. Check the in-game unit obtainment menu or event announcements for the exact stage and any time-limited banners.

Evolution Guide (Step-by-step)

  • Acquire the base unit: obtain King of Heroes from the designated legend stage or event drop.
  • Evolve to King of Heroes (Heavenly Sword):
    • Required items: Heavenly Sword material, Cosmic Essence ×30, Light Essence ×250, Grail ×15. Use the evolution UI to combine these with the base unit.
  • Evolve to Heavenly King (Godly):
    • Requires rarer materials such as Command Seals or special evolution keys plus higher counts of essences and grails. A final evolution quest or special key may be needed.
  • Level and upgrade: after each evolution, level the unit, upgrade abilities, and invest resources to unlock full potential. Aim for higher level caps as they unlock better stat gains.

Farming legend stages, event shops, and raid rewards is the usual way to gather the materials listed above. Evolution item names and counts can vary by patch, so use the in-game evolution panel for exact requirements when you attempt the change.

Why Choose Gilgamesh

  • High AoE and burst: His manual clears low-HP enemies and his evolved form deals very large damage to many targets.
  • Late-game scaling: Investing in evolutions gives one of the best returns for endgame modes.
  • Team utility: Passive damage buff and SPA reduction help allied units finish fights faster.
  • Versatile role: Good for wave clearing, infinite/progressive content, and boss finishing when timed right.

Evolution Priority & Positioning

If you plan long-term, prioritize evolving him to Heavenly Sword then Heavenly King when you have the rare materials. Place him where his area hits many enemy paths and coordinate his manual with allies that rapidly lower enemy HP.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the easiest way to get Gilgamesh?

Look for the legend or event stages tied to the unit drops. Event shops and limited stages often give evolution items or the unit itself during special events.

How many essences or grails are needed to evolve?

Example evolution counts include Cosmic Essence ×30, Light Essence ×250, and Grail ×15 for the first evolution. Final evolution needs more rare items and possibly keys. Always confirm in-game before evolving.

Is Gilgamesh worth the grind?

Yes. When evolved to higher tiers, he offers strong DPS and a manual that can finish waves and bosses. He is a solid long-term investment for players who push endgame content.

How should I use the manual ability?

Use it when many enemies are below 25% HP or to finish a boss that drops under that threshold. Coordinate with fast attackers to maximize the clear.

When was he released?

The unit was introduced during a Fate-themed content roll-out. For the exact release patch or date, check your game update log or patch notes inside the game.

King of Heroes (Gilgamesh) is a valuable Archer for players who want both steady AoE and a high-impact manual nuke. Deployment costs listed here are $650, $800, and $5,000 for base, first evolution, and final Godly forms. His passive grants +15% damage and -10% SPA every 50 kills or assists for 20 seconds, and his manual kills enemies under 25% HP. Follow the evolution steps and farm legend stages and event rewards to gather needed materials. This guide keeps numbers unchanged so you can plan upgrades and farming with confidence.

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