- Godly Simon is a secret-tier unit in Anime Last Stand, inspired by Super Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann.
- Spiral Trial is a grueling 3-minute-wave mode requiring specific team comps and constant player movement.
- Rimmeru is the current meta DPS carry for clearing the trial efficiently.
- Grammy (Gmy) is absolutely mandatory as a money/stun unit due to doubled placement limits.
- Cosmic Element gives Godly Simon 250% damage to Dark and Light enemies, plus 50% shield damage.
Godly Simon Overview & Spiral Trial Mechanics
Godly Simon represents one of the most ambitious and challenging secret units introduced in Anime Last Stand. Based on the iconic Super Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann, this unit requires players to navigate a multi-layered questline involving a notoriously difficult game mode called Spiral Trial. The drop rate for the core unit starts at a brutal 0.03%, making dedication and strategy paramount.
The Spiral Trial operates differently from standard modes. Waves increase every 3 minutes, and the session does not end until the True Spiral boss is defeated. Enemies passing through the red galaxy gain 50% attack speed and 10 shield stacks, making crowd control essential.
Video Highlights:
- Full breakdown of the 0.03% Godly Simon grind
- Live Spiral Trial gameplay demonstrating boss mechanics
- Team composition featuring Rimmeru and Grammy
- Strategy for dodging boss attacks and managing lag
The Spiral Trial is incredibly resource-intensive. Players have reported severe frame drops (down to 1-2 FPS) due to massive enemy counts and visual effects. If you have a lower-end PC or are playing on mobile, expect significant performance issues. Consider lowering all graphics settings before attempting.
Spiral Trial Mode Rules
| Mechanic | Detail |
|---|---|
| Wave Timer | Waves increase every 3 minutes |
| Win Condition | Defeat the True Spiral boss |
| Enemy Buff | +50% attack speed, 10 shield stacks (via red galaxy) |
| Boss Behavior | Can directly damage the player character |
| Death Penalty | Immediate lobby kick (no revive) |
| Starting Cash | Only 600 cash to begin |
Best Team Compositions for the Spiral Trial
Building the right team is critical for surviving and clearing the Spiral Trial. The mode's unique mechanics—particularly the low starting cash and heavy enemy shielding—narrow down the viable meta significantly. You need a balance of economy generation, stun utility, and raw boss-killing DPS.
Grammy (Mandatory)
- Doubled placement limit in this mode
- Provides essential stuns and economy
- Cheap enough to place with 600 starting cash
- Meta-defining unit for Spiral Trial
Rimmeru (DPS Carry)
- Best consistent damage dealer
- Requires skill rotations (fire, water, light, dark, nature)
- Needs True Dragon form unlocked (1M cash)
- Transforms boss into air unit
Go (Water DPS)
- Benefits from Shinra's water buff
- Strong consistent damage when maxed
- Cheaper to build than Rimmeru
- Good secondary carry option
If you do not have Grammy, the Spiral Trial becomes extremely difficult. Players without Grammy should coordinate with at least one teammate who brings him. The mode explicitly doubles Grammy's placement limit, making him the intended economy and stun solution.
Unit Performance Comparison
| Unit | Role | Cost to Max | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grammy | Economy/Stun | Low | Doubled placement limit in trial |
| Rimmeru | DPS Carry | ~1M (True Dragon) | Best boss damage, complex skill order |
| Go | Secondary DPS | Moderate | Water element, buffs from Shinra |
| Shinra | Support/DPS | High | Buffs water units, underwhelming solo DPS |
| Makima | Potential Alt | Moderate | Requires glitched trait, inconsistent results |
Godly Simon Quest Step-by-Step
The questline to unlock Godly Simon involves multiple stages, each requiring specific items, unit completions, and trial clears. Follow these steps carefully to avoid wasting time on unnecessary grinding.
Gather Required Units
Obtain Lord Jome, YOLO (Sniper Girl from Banner 3), and the True Spiral unit. You will also need Simon Digger (the epic version) equipped for trial completions. Farm Legend Stages Act 6 for the Sniper and Act 2 for Lord Jome and his evolution item.
Collect 100 Cosmic Essence
Craft or farm 100 Cosmic Essence. This can be done through various game modes and crafting recipes. Ensure you have the vial component ready for the final Elixir of the Drill.
Complete Spiral Trial 10 Times
Equip Simon Digger and clear the Spiral Trial 10 times. This is the most time-consuming step, with each clear taking 12-33 minutes depending on team DPS. The unit drop rate is 5% per clear, so you may reach pity.
Obtain the Anti-Spiral Unit & Evo Item
Pull the Anti-Spiral unit and farm its evolution item (15 pity from the trial). Evolve the unit, then enter the trial with both Simon and the Anti-Spiral equipped. Let the boss kill you to trigger the hidden quest completion.
Craft Elixir of the Drill & Unlock
Combine all collected materials into the Elixir of the Drill. Use it on your Simon unit to unlock the Godly evolution. Reroll stats immediately—prioritize crit damage and crit chance.
For the secret quest step requiring you to "die to the boss," you do not need to complete the full trial. Simply enter with the required units equipped, let the boss hit you 3-4 times, and the quest item will drop. This saves significant time.
Quest Material Requirements
| Material | Quantity | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmic Essence | 100 | Crafting / Farming |
| Spiral Trial Completions | 10 (with Simon Digger) | Spiral Trial Mode |
| Drill Core | 1 (5% drop rate) | Spiral Trial Boss |
| Anti-Spiral Unit | 1 | Banner / Pity |
| Anti-Spiral Evo Item | 1 (15 pity) | Spiral Trial |
| Elixir of the Drill | 1 (crafted) | Combines all materials |
Godly Simon Stats & Abilities
Godly Simon brings an impressive kit focused on massive AoE damage, status effect application, and team-wide buffs. His Cosmic Element makes him particularly strong against Dark and Light enemies, dealing 250% bonus damage. He also shreds shields at 50% effectiveness, making him versatile across multiple game modes.
Core Abilities
| Ability | Effect |
|---|---|
| Giga Drill Breaker | Deals 50B damage x number of enemies in range (up to ~10T total). Applies 10 random status effects. |
| The Drill That Pierces the Heavens | Consecutive hits apply stacking debuffs in order: Cripple → Bleed → Mutilate → Rupture → Shred → Negation → Dismantle (loops). |
| Just Who The Hell Do You Think I Am? | Cleanses stun/debuffs instantly. Next attack becomes full AoE with 7 status effects regardless of cycle. |
| Leader of Team Dai-Gurren | Shares 25% of Simon's damage, crit damage, and crit chance with allies. Range cap: 50B. |
| Ally Synergy | Gains +25% of allied unit's damage when they attack in range. Max damage cap: 250B at 3.5% HP. |
When rolling Godly Simon's stats, prioritize 1000% crit damage and 55% crit chance. These thresholds maximize his shared buff value for allies and push his personal DPS cap to the 250B limit. His total cost to max out is approximately 14 million cash.
Element Matchups
| Enemy Element | Damage Multiplier | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Dark | 250% | Cosmic element advantage |
| Light | 250% | Cosmic element advantage |
| Shielded Enemies | 150% (50% shield damage) | Strong against shield-heavy modes |
| Other Elements | 100% | Standard damage |
Spiral Trial Survival Tips & Common Pitfalls
The Spiral Trial is widely considered one of the most punishing modes in Anime Last Stand history. Beyond team composition, player skill and awareness play a massive role in whether you survive the full encounter.
Spiral Trial Survival Checklist:
- Equip Hog Rider avatar for movement speed boost
- Disable all attack VFX before entering the trial
- Keep moving constantly to dodge boss attacks
- Place Grammy units early with 600 starting cash
- Build Rimmeru's skill rotations correctly (fire, water, light, nature, dark)
- Coordinate with at least one teammate for multiplayer requirement
- Monitor FPS and reduce graphics if lag occurs
The Spiral Trial currently has several bugs: attack effects re-enable randomly, units may get stuck in stun loops, and the boss can restore health on phase transitions. Additionally, some players fall through the map infinitely after dying. If you encounter these, re-enter the trial and report to the developers.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
| Mistake | Consequence | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Standing still | Boss attacks kill you instantly | Keep moving in circles around the map edge |
| No Grammy equipped | Cannot afford any unit placements | Always bring Grammy as first unit |
| Wrong Rimmeru skill order | DPS stays at zero | Follow: Fire → Water → Light → Nature → Dark → Gluttony → True Dragon |
| Ignoring VFX settings | Blinding effects, inability to see | Turn off all attack effects in settings |
| Solo queuing without coordination | Fails multiplayer objectives | Use Discord or in-game chat to coordinate |
Godly Simon FAQ
Q: How long does it take to unlock Godly Simon in Anime Last Stand?
On average, expect 15-25 hours of dedicated grinding. The Spiral Trial takes 12-33 minutes per run, and you need 10 completions with Simon Digger equipped. Factor in additional time for farming Legend Stages for required units and evolution items.
Q: Is Godly Simon worth the grind?
Godly Simon offers exceptional AoE damage with his Giga Drill Breaker (up to 10 trillion), shield-shredding capability, and team-wide buffs sharing 25% of his stats. If you play endgame content regularly, he is a top-tier investment. However, the Spiral Trial experience is notoriously laggy and frustrating.
Q: Can I complete the Spiral Trial solo?
While technically possible with a fully optimized Rimmeru and Grammy setup, the mode is designed for multiplayer. Several quest steps require playing with at least two other players. Solo attempts are significantly harder due to the boss's high HP (1 billion+) and the need for constant dodging.
Q: What is the drop rate for Simon in the Spiral Trial?
The base drop rate for the Simon unit from the Spiral Trial boss is 5% per completion. With 10 required completions, most players will obtain it through pity. The evolution item (Drill Core) also has a 5% drop rate but requires 15 completions worth of pity.
Q: Does Godly Simon have attack effects?
Currently, Godly Simon's attack effects appear minimal or bugged. Even with VFX enabled, some players report seeing no visual attack effects during basic attacks. His abilities (Giga Drill Breaker, nuke) do show visual effects. This may be patched in future updates.