Anime Fighting Simulator quirks: Moves, Damage & Tips

Anime Fighting Simulator quirks are special ability sets built around recognizable anime-inspired powers. Each quirk grants a pair of moves, usually assigned to the Z and X keys, with different scaling, cooldowns, ranges, and utility. Some attacks focus on Strength, while others scale with Chakra or provide movement and control instead of direct damage.

The first quirk can be obtained for free. After that, purchasing another quirk costs 5,000 chikara, so it is worth testing how a moveset fits your current build before spending resources. The Quirks page on the Anime Fighting Simulator Wiki remains useful for checking the full attack list and community-maintained damage information.

Video Highlights:

• Shows the game’s broader special-power showcase and access points.
• Demonstrates how special ability systems are presented in Anime Fighting Simulator.
• Helps new players recognize the visual style of ability-based combat.

The most important difference between quirks is how their two attacks function. A move with high damage may have a long cooldown or require close positioning, while a lower-damage ability may be easier to land repeatedly. Review the attack’s role before judging it only by its multiplier.

The table below summarizes the documented quirk attacks, their scaling, and their listed cooldowns. “Tick” indicates repeated damage during an active effect.

For sustained fights, prioritize a short cooldown opener such as Belly Laser, Kick Smash, or Jet Slam. Save longer cooldown attacks such as Meteor Smash, Hell Spider, or Dual Flames for moments when the target is vulnerable or grouped.

A dependable quirk rotation begins with positioning rather than raw damage. First identify whether the target is moving, grouped, or exposed. Then use a move that is easy to land before committing your strongest attack.

The best rotation depends on the activity. A boss encounter rewards consistent damage and cooldown discipline, while tournament combat places more value on landing control effects and avoiding predictable attacks.

Quirk performance can change between activities. The documented boss and tournament tables use different values for several attacks, so do not assume that a move’s regular description tells the whole story.

For example, Meteor Smash has a listed maximum of 120x in its attack entry, with four possible hits at 30x each. In the boss table, its C attack is listed at 70, while the tournament table lists 75. This difference reinforces the need to select a quirk based on the activity you are preparing for.

When comparing damage, pay attention to whether a move deals one large hit or repeated tick damage. Tick-based attacks may require the target to remain inside the effect, while a single-hit move can deliver its value immediately.

There is no single best quirk for every situation. A good choice depends on your attribute investment, preferred range, ability to confirm hits, and whether you are fighting bosses or other players.

Use the following checklist before purchasing a quirk for 5,000 chikara:

A useful beginner approach is to select a quirk with one dependable attack and one utility option. This gives you a way to deal damage while preserving a response for movement, defense, or crowd control. Quirks with two long cooldowns can still perform well, but they demand more accurate timing.