- Quest Target: Locate the anime universe tower defense distressed subject marked by a red triangle above their head in the lobby.
- Minigame Challenge: Solve the static chess puzzle by selecting correct dialogue choices corresponding to your subject's anime origin.
- Fast Progression: Use efficient farming methods like level-one relic upgrading to save gold and tiny task automation for unit placements.
- Secret Reward: Complete all seven steps of the Power of Kings quest line to unlock the secret support unit, Lelouch (Lulu).
Starting the Power of Kings Quest Line
To unlock the secret unit Lelouch (Lulu) in Anime Universe Tower Defense, you must complete the multi-stage Power of Kings quest line. This secret progression path requires a mix of exploration, puzzle-solving, and efficient combat farming. Before hunting down your specific anime universe tower defense distressed subject, you must meet the account level requirements to trigger the initial quest flag.
Video Highlights:
- Lobby Navigation: Learn how to easily spot your assigned distressed subject among the random lobby NPCs.
- Chess Puzzle Solution: Step-by-step choices to win the board game on your first attempt.
- Gold-Saving Tricks: How to complete the 75-relic upgrade requirement for under 1,000 gold.
- Placement Automation: Setting up a simple placement loop to hit the 5,000 unit placement milestone.
| Quest Step | Objective | Primary Requirement | Reward Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1 | Power of Kings I | Reach Account Level 30 | Quest Line Unlock |
| Step 2 | Power of Kings II | Find and talk to the Distressed Subject | Quest Progression |
| Step 3 | Power of Kings III | Solve the Chess Board Game | Quest Progression |
| Step 4 | Power of Kings IV | Find and talk to the Mysterious Woman | Quest Progression |
| Step 5 | Power of Kings V | Complete 80 Waves in a single game | Infinite Mode Run |
| Step 6 | Power of Kings VI | Defeat 15 Boss Enemies | Boss Farm |
| Step 7 | Power of Kings VII | Upgrade any Relics 75 times | Relic Enhancement |
| Step 8 | Power of Kings VIII | Place any unit 5,000 times | Secret Unit Unlock |
If you are under Level 30, prioritize running story mode maps with experience-boosting relics equipped. The quest button under the Personal tab will remain locked until this level requirement is met.
How to Find Your Distressed Subject
Once you reach Level 30 and claim the first quest, your objective updates to finding the anime universe tower defense distressed subject. This NPC is randomized for every player, meaning their identity and location will differ from your friends' setups.
The subject can be almost any standard anime NPC standing around the main lobby area, such as Naruto, Zoro, Shanks, Rukia, or Sasuke. However, the game provides a highly visible visual cue to help you identify your target from a distance.
Visual Cue
Look for a prominent red arrow or red triangle floating directly above the NPC's head in the lobby.
Exclusions
The Mysterious Witch (C.C.) next to the Play area is never the distressed subject. Do not attempt to interact with her yet.
Interaction
Walk up to your designated NPC, click speak, and skip through the dialogue. Claim the quest in your menu immediately.
| Potential NPC | Anime Origin | Lobby Location Area |
|---|---|---|
| Naruto | Naruto | Near the center spawn circle |
| Zoro | One Piece | Near the right side leaderboard |
| Shanks | One Piece | Near the group rewards portal |
| Rukia | Bleach | Near the summon building entrance |
| Sasuke | Naruto | Near the left side corridor |
Do not just look at the main open lobby. Walk inside the side rooms and corridors if you do not immediately see the red triangle outside.
Solving the Chess Board Game Puzzle
After speaking to your distressed subject, you must find a board game in a location familiar to them. The map you need to load into depends entirely on the anime origin of your specific anime universe tower defense distressed subject.
Map Selection by Subject Origin
- Naruto NPC: Load into Ninja Forest (Act 1).
- One Piece NPC: Load into Marine Base (Act 1).
- Bleach NPC: Load into Hollowed Moon (Act 1).
Once inside the correct map, search the environment for chess boards. There are usually 3 to 4 boards spawned across the map, but only one is correct. Step on a board; if a chess minigame interface does not pop up, move on to find the next board.
Locate the Board
Search the map coordinates until you find a wooden chess board on the ground, then step directly onto it.
Start the Minigame
If the screen transitions to the chess interface, you have found the correct board. Incorrect boards will do nothing.
Input Solutions
The chess game is not randomized. Follow the dialogue choices displayed on your screen in exact chronological order to secure an automatic victory.
Claim Reward
Return to the lobby after winning the match, open your quest log, and claim the step to unlock the next phase.
Once you successfully complete the chess game and claim the quest, these chess boards will permanently disappear from your maps.
Mid-Quest Milestones: Waves, Bosses, and Relics
The middle portion of the Power of Kings quest line transitions from exploration to gameplay milestones. These steps require optimization to avoid wasting valuable resources like gold and time.
1. Complete 80 Waves in a Single Game
This step requires you to reach Wave 80 in a single match. Story mode acts do not have enough waves, making Infinite Mode your only option. Bring your strongest DPS units and slow/stun supports to survive the scaling enemy health pools.
2. Kill 15 Boss Enemies
Instead of playing long Infinite runs to find bosses, use the fast-restart method:
- Load into the first map's Infinite Mode.
- Play until Wave 10 when the first boss spawns.
- Defeat the boss, immediately exit back to the lobby, and restart.
- This method takes roughly 25 to 30 minutes to complete all 15 kills.
3. Upgrade Any Relics 75 Times
The quest tracker counts individual upgrade clicks, not the number of levels gained. If you use the "Max Upgrade" option on a high-tier relic, it will only count as one single upgrade toward your quest progress.
| Relic Upgrade Strategy | Gold Cost | Quest Progress Gained | Efficiency Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max Upgrade Option | High (5,000+ Gold) | 1 Point | Very Poor |
| Single Level-One Upgrades | Low (~1,000 Gold total) | 75 Points | Excellent (Recommended) |
Gather multiple Level 1 common relics. Upgrade each relic one level at a time (Level 1 to Level 2), then switch to the next relic. This keeps your enhancement costs at the bare minimum.
Fastest Way to Complete the 5,000 Placements
The final quest step before unlocking Lelouch requires you to place any unit 5,000 times in any game mode. Doing this manually is incredibly tedious, but you can automate the process using a macro tool like TinyTask alongside a cheap placement unit like Speedwagon.
| Unit Placement Setup Step | Action Required |
|---|---|
| Step 1 | Equipping the Unit |
| Step 2 | Entering Match |
| Step 3 | Preparing the Interface |
| Step 4 | Recording the Macro |
| Step 5 | Loop Execution |
Ensure your macro recording includes a slight delay between placing and selling to account for any server-side ping fluctuations.
Lelouch (Lulu) Unit Showcase and Meta Analysis
After completing the 5,000 placements, claim your final reward to unlock Lelouch (Lulu). He is a specialized support unit who does not deal direct attack damage on placement, instead relying on commanding mechanics and crowd control.
Lelouch Ability Breakdown
- Geass Passive: Lulu issues strategic orders instead of attacking. His cooldown determines how quickly he can issue a new command after his previous Geass effect breaks.
- Stand Still: Stuns targeted enemies for 4 seconds. While stunned, these units will collide with other incoming enemies, dealing mutual collision damage based on their health pools.
- Retreat: Forces enemies to walk backward for 40% of the duration they maintain direct eye contact within Lulu's range.
- Attack Order: Forces enemies to walk backward for 2 seconds, triggering collisions with other units along their path.
| Upgrade Level | Cost | Primary Effect | Strategy Utility |
|---|---|---|---|
| Placement | Low | Unlocks Geass Passive & Stand Still | Basic Crowd Control |
| Upgrades 1-6 | Moderate | Significant Cooldown Reduction | Faster Command Rotations |
| Upgrade 7 | High | Unlocks Absolute Control | Applies current order to every enemy on map |
| Upgrade 10 | Very High | Unlocks Beam Ability | Deals 100% of unit damage via stun beam |
Current Meta Standing
Lelouch is currently a niche support unit. His unique collision mechanics make him highly effective against high-health bosses, but his overall utility is slightly held back by current game balance bugs.
Future Investment Value
He is a must-have unit to invest in. As future updates introduce bosses with massive health pools, his percentage-based collision damage scaling will make him an essential meta pick for high-wave Infinite runs.
Equip Lelouch with Cooldown Reduction (SPA) relics to maximize the frequency of his Stand Still and Retreat orders.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why can't I see the Power of Kings quest in my personal tab?
You must reach Account Level 30 first. The quest line remains completely hidden in your menu until this level requirement is met.
Q: What happens if I step on a chess board and nothing happens?
There are multiple dummy chess boards spawned on the map. Only one is correct. Keep exploring the map and stepping on different boards until the minigame interface opens.
Q: Does upgrading a relic to max level in one click count as multiple upgrades?
No. The game counts the action of upgrading, not the levels gained. To complete the 75 upgrades efficiently, upgrade level-one relics one level at a time.
Q: Is Lelouch a good DPS unit for story mode?
No, Lelouch does not deal standard attack damage. He is strictly a crowd-control support unit designed to stun, push back, and collide enemies in high-difficulty modes.