- Acquisition: Obtain base Benimaru from the Infernal Hub (Tabernacle Keys).
- Evolution: Requires Adora Fragments, Adora Bursts, and Secret Fragments.
- Leveling: Must reach Level 100 and achieve 15,000 kills to evolve.
- Trait: Aim for "The One" or "Frenzy" traits; avoid "Emperor" if using Ichigo.
- Type: Benimaru is a Magic/Fire unit, providing essential burn damage.
How to Get Benimaru
Benimaru is a high-tier unit in Anime Final Strike that excels in dealing damage over time (DoT) through burn effects. To add him to your roster, you must first farm the Infernal Hub dungeon using specific keys.
Video Highlights:
- Base Benimaru is obtained by farming the Infernal Hub.
- The drop rate is unknown/low, requiring multiple runs.
- Using units like Ichigo (Mythic) and Goku Black helps clear this dungeon efficiently.
- Keys can be farmed overnight or obtained from daily rewards.
Acquisition Overview
The base unit is a rare drop from the Infernal Hub. You will need to invest time into farming Tabernacle Keys to access this dungeon.
| Resource | Use Case | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Tabernacle Key | Entry ticket for Infernal Hub | Daily farming, Events, Overnight farming |
| Gold | Upgrading units during runs | Infernal Hub completion |
| Infernal Hub | Source of Base Benimaru | Using Tabernacle Keys |
The exact drop percentage for Benimaru is not publicly listed in the game files. Community reports suggest it is a low-rate drop, similar to other secret units. Be prepared to spend several keys.
Evolution Requirements
Once you obtain the base Benimaru, evolving him into Benimaru (Crimson Commander) is a significant grind. He requires specific materials, a high level, and a massive kill count.
Material Breakdown
You must gather three specific types of items to trigger the evolution.
| Material | Quantity | Drop Rate / Location | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adora Fragment | 1 | Legend Stage 1 (20% drop) | Medium |
| Adora Burst | 11 | Legend Stage 1 (5% drop) | High |
| Secret Fragment | 2 | Raid Shop (Any Lobby Act 4) | High (Currency grind) |
You can purchase Adora Bursts and Secret Fragments from the Raid Shop using currency earned from raids. Prioritize spending raid currency on these if the drop rates in Legend Stage 1 are unfavorable.
Level and Kill Requirements
Besides materials, Benimaru has strict stat requirements.
- Level: 100
- Kills: 15,000
This means you must use the base version extensively in Infinite or Story modes to rack up kills while you farm for the evolution materials.
Adora Fragment
- Source: Legend Stage 1
- Rate: 20%
- Strategy: Farm this first as it has the highest drop rate.
Adora Burst
- Source: Legend Stage 1 / Raid Shop
- Rate: 5% / Shop Purchase
- Strategy: The bottleneck of the evolution. Consider buying from shop.
Farming Strategy & Steps
To efficiently evolve Benimaru, follow this optimized route. This strategy minimizes time by focusing on the hardest bottleneck items first.
Farm Base Unit
Run the Infernal Hub with your strongest team (e.g., Ichigo, Goku Black) until Benimaru drops. Ensure you have enough Tabernacle Keys stored.
Level & Kill Grind
While farming for materials, deploy base Benimaru in every match. Focus on getting him to Level 100 and reaching 15,000 kills. This is a passive step done alongside material farming.
Collect Adora Fragments
Farm Legend Stage 1 to acquire the Adora Fragment. With a 20% drop rate, this should be relatively quick compared to the Bursts.
Acquire Adora Bursts
This is the hardest step. Farm Legend Stage 1 for the 5% drop Adora Bursts (Need 11). Alternatively, grind Raids (Any Lobby Act 4) to buy them from the shop.
Raid for Secret Fragments
Grind Any Lobby Act 4 raids to accumulate currency. You need 1,300+ raid currency to buy the two Secret Fragments required for the final evolution.
During the farming process, use Goku Black for his cost-efficiency and Ichigo for boss damage. Benimaru (Fire) synergizes well with these units, covering different enemy types.
Traits & Abilities
Upon evolving, Benimaru becomes a Magic/Fire type unit. He gains massive range and powerful burn passives.
Trait Rolling
When evolving, you can roll for a Mythic trait. The odds are low (approx. 9% for a specific Mythic trait).
| Trait Name | Synergy | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| The One | Best for hybrid teams | Top Pick (Avoids conflict with Ichigo) |
| Frenzy | High DPS | Good alternative |
| Emperor | Strong but unique | Avoid if you use Ichigo (Emperor) |
If you already use Ichigo (The Emperor), do not roll Emperor on Benimaru. The "Emperor" trait usually applies a unique buff that does not stack. Aim for "The One" to maximize damage output for both units.
Crimson Commander Abilities
The evolved form has distinct attack patterns and passives.
| Ability | Description | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Crimson Cyclone | Throws broom like a javelin | AoE Physical Damage |
| Blazing Typhoon | Large AoE attack | 27k Damage, 3.9 SPA |
| Crimson Nova | Summons flame brooms | 55k Damage, Giant AoE |
| Flare Strike | Final upgrade attack | 66k Damage, 4.1 SPA |
| 3rd Gen Pyro | Passive | Burns deal 50% True Damage |
Progress Checklist
Use this checklist to track your progress from acquisition to full evolution.
Evolution Checklist:
- Acquire Base Benimaru from Infernal Hub
- Reach Level 100 with Base Benimaru
- Achieve 15,000 Kills with Base Benimaru
- Farm 1x Adora Fragment (Legend Stage 1)
- Farm/Buy 11x Adora Burst
- Earn 1,300 Raid Currency for Secret Fragments
- Purchase 2x Secret Fragments from Raid Shop
- Evolve to Crimson Commander
- Roll for 'The One' or 'Frenzy' Trait
FAQ
Q: What is the best trait for Benimaru?
The best trait is generally **'The One'**. It provides excellent synergy with other meta units like Ichigo without conflicting with the 'Emperor' trait. 'Frenzy' is also a strong offensive alternative.
Q: Where can I farm Adora Bursts?
Adora Bursts have a low 5% drop rate in **Legend Stage 1**. However, they can also be purchased from the **Raid Shop** using currency earned from Any Lobby Act 4 raids. Buying them is often faster than farming the drop.
Q: Is Benimaru better than Ichigo?
Benimaru has superior **Damage over Time (Burn)** and **True Damage** passives, making him extremely effective against high-health enemies. However, Ichigo offers better raw burst damage and crowd control. They complement each other well in a team.
Q: How do I get Tabernacle Keys?
These keys are farmed through general gameplay, daily rewards, and events. You can also accumulate them by leaving your game idle (farming) overnight in modes that reward keys.