Last updated: 2026-06-23.
New to Anime Destiny? Start by redeeming the active codes, use those free Gems to build one reliable carry, push Story Mode until your team starts failing, then farm repeatable rewards before spending rare reroll resources. Your first goal is not a perfect account. It is one usable team, enough upgrades to clear early waves, and a clean path toward Mythic or Secret units later.
First 10 minutes
- Open Anime Destiny and look for the in-game codes or rewards menu.
Redeem
Release!for 1.5k Gems and 15 Shards.Redeem
SorryForDelayfor 500 Gems, five Cubes, five Shards, and five Malice.Use the free rewards to make your first summons, but do not spend on every banner just because it is available.
Build around your strongest early unit and start clearing Story stages.
That early burst of free rewards matters. A beginner account usually feels weak because it has no roster depth, no upgrades, and no good carry yet. Codes help you skip the slowest opening stretch, but only if you redeem them before they expire.
If a code fails, check punctuation first. Release! includes the exclamation mark.
What your first team should look like
For the opening hours, do not stress about having a perfect tier-list team. Use the best units you actually own and replace them as your pulls improve.
Good early names to keep an eye on:
| Unit | Rarity | Why beginners use it | Investment advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yellow Flash | Legendary | Useful for beginner progression | Fine to use, but do not overinvest |
| Hawkeye | Legendary | Solid early progression option | Fine to use, but replace later |
| Corrupted Warrior | Legendary | Can help through early waves | Use if it is your best available unit |
| Crow Prodigy | Rare | Strong early-to-mid shield breaking option | Useful early, replace once Mythics come |
| Any Mythic carry | Mythic | Usually stronger long-term than starter units | Worth checking before spending rerolls |
The simple rule: if a unit helps you clear the stage you are stuck on, use it. If it is only there because a guide says it is "fine early," do not pour rare resources into it.
When to summon
Anime Destiny is the kind of game where early Gems feel tempting. You get rewards, see a banner, and want to spend everything right away. That is normal, but it is also where new players waste the most progress.
Use this early spending rule:
| Resource | Beginner choice | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Gems | Spend carefully | Needed for more units, but banners change |
| Shards | Save until clear | Often tied to progression or crafting systems |
| Cubes | Save until clear | Do not spend before you know their best use |
| Malice | Save until clear | Treat as limited until you understand the system |
| Trait rerolls | Mostly save | Best used on units you plan to keep |
If a banner has a unit that can carry Story or help you move toward a strong Mythic, spending Gems makes sense. If you are only pulling because you have Gems in your pocket, pause and check the current unit guide first.
Story Mode is your first real goal
Story Mode is where a new account learns the game. You get used to enemy paths, placement timing, upgrade order, and which units actually solve waves instead of just looking strong on paper.
Your early loop should be:
- Clear the highest Story stage you can finish consistently.
- Upgrade your main carry before spreading resources across every unit.
- Retry failed stages after improving placement and timing.
- Use new pulls only if they fix a real team weakness.
- Move into Challenges, Boss Events, or harder farming once Story stops being your best progress path.
Do not rush endgame terms like perfect traits, best artifacts, or Secret units before you can clear basic content. Those systems matter, but they matter more once you have a team worth optimizing.
How to farm early Gems
Gems are your fuel for more summons, so your account gets smoother once you have multiple Gem sources instead of waiting on one reward.
Reliable Gem sources listed for Anime Destiny include:
- Daily and weekly challenges
- 15-minute and 30-minute challenges
- Index and Milestone rewards
- Namak Planet on Hard
- Igris Boss Event rewards
- Active codes when new ones are available
For beginners, the best farm is usually the one you can clear without failing. A harder stage is not better if it wastes time, loses runs, or forces you to spend resources badly.
Units worth saving for
You do not need an S-tier unit to start, but it helps to know what a long-term target looks like. Based on the current unit guide, the top names include Frozen Moon (Kizuki), Founding Titan (Queen), Shadow Monarch (Awaken), Ashura Swordsman (3SS), Crimson Knight (Dark), and Red Emperor (Haki).
If you pull one of those, slow down before spending anything else. That kind of unit can become the center of your account, which means your trait rerolls and stronger artifacts should probably go there first.
If you do not pull one, keep playing. Early Anime Destiny progression is about building enough power to keep earning more chances.
Beginner mistakes to avoid
The biggest mistake is treating every resource like it is easy to replace. Early on, you do not know which items are common, which are limited, and which ones become painful to farm later. When in doubt, spend basic upgrade resources on your main team and save special reroll-style items.
Simple progression route
Use this route if you just want a clean plan:
| Stage | Main goal | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Start | Get free rewards | Redeem active codes and claim beginner rewards |
| First pulls | Find a carry | Summon carefully and keep your best early damage unit |
| Story | Build account power | Clear stages, improve placement, upgrade your carry |
| Early farm | Earn more resources | Run challenges, milestones, and reliable Gem sources |
| Better team | Replace weak starters | Move from Rares and Legendaries into Mythics or better |
| Optimization | Spend rare resources | Use rerolls and artifacts on units you plan to keep |
That route is intentionally simple. You can always chase secrets, perfect traits, and advanced farms later. A clean beginner account gets there faster than a messy one.
FAQ
What should I do first in Anime Destiny?
Redeem active codes, make your first summons, pick one unit to carry your early clears, and push Story Mode. Do not spend rare reroll resources until you know which units you will keep.
What are the best beginner units?
Yellow Flash, Hawkeye, and Corrupted Warrior are useful beginner Legendaries, while Crow Prodigy is a strong early-to-mid Rare for shield breaking. Replace them as soon as you pull stronger Mythics or Secrets.
Should beginners save Gems?
Spend some Gems if a banner helps your account, but do not pull randomly. Gems are your main path to better units, so every summon should have a reason.
Should I reroll traits early?
Usually no. Save serious trait rerolls for Mythics, Secrets, or units you expect to keep. A small early improvement is not worth losing a rare resource.
Are Anime Destiny codes useful for beginners?
Yes. Release! and SorryForDelay are especially useful early because they give Gems and other progression materials that help with first summons and upgrades.