In the latest Fullmetal Alchemist-inspired update for Anime Last Stand, Homunculus emerges as the latest currency, enabling players to acquire limited-edition characters, evolution materials, and vital resources without relying on randomized banner pulls. This guide outlines acquisition methods and spending strategies for this temporary event-driven resource.
Acquiring Homunculus in ALS
Two primary methods exist for obtaining Homunculus: participating in the Alchemy Trials mode and utilizing the AFK-friendly Time Chamber. The Alchemy Trials mode substitutes traditional currency with Alchemy Energy for unit deployment and upgrades during combat sequences.
Completing all 25 waves in Alchemy Trials yields substantial currency rewards. Players typically earn between 5,000-5,600 Homunculus per successful run. Concurrently, the Time Chamber provides passive accumulation, potentially generating over 10,000 units during extended offline periods.
Spending Homunculus Strategically
The event-exclusive store offers premium combatants and evolution components in exchange for Homunculus, accessible until September 13, 2025. Prioritize acquiring specialized units before purchasing supplementary materials for optimal progression.
| Item | Cost (in Homunculus) |
|---|---|
| Wrath’s Patch | 12,500 |
| Brother’s Research | 12,500 |
| Greed’s Soul | 12,500 |
| Kind King (Unit) | 17,500 |
| Tattooed Alchemist (Unit) | 17,500 |
| Shaky Prince (Unit) | 17,500 |
Secondary rewards provide valuable resources for surplus currency:
| Item | Cost (in Homunculus) |
|---|---|
| Pearl | 7,500 |
| Mythic Spirit Shard | 1,000 |
| Stat Cube | 500 |
| Perfect Stat Cube | 1,000 |
| Soul Chest | 1,000 |
| Essence Selector | 250 |
| Technique Shard | 500 |
Common Player Inquiries
Prioritize securing event-exclusive units followed by their corresponding enhancement components. Allocate remaining funds to stat-boosting items and resource containers for optimal progression efficiency.
Kind King’s unlimited attack range and formidable single-target capabilities make it the premier choice for challenging endgame content and boss encounters.
Coordinate multiplayer runs of Alchemy Trials for rapid completions, yielding approximately 5,500 units per successful 25-wave clear. Complement active grinding with Time Chamber passive generation during downtime.