The Battle of Banff

The Battle of Banff (German: Schlacht von Banff, Russian: Битва за Банф), also known as the Greatest Anime Battle of All Time, was a battle of the Great Meme War fought by the armies of the 7 Meme empires and several minor powers. It took place between 15 April and 16 April 2018 on both sides of the upper reaches of the Bow River in Banff, Alberta. Subsequent actions took place in the surrounding areas, reaching as far north as Calgary. The battle was the largest of the Great Meme War. More than 12 people fought in this battle and 5 people were wounded or killed, making it one of the bloodiest battles in human history.

The battle is notable for the shifting alliances among those involved, and the brutality of the fighting. At the end of the battle, little had changed among the participating powers. Debate continues over the necessity, significance and effect of the battle. Multiple historians opined that days later, "'Banff' remains the most harrowing place-name" in the history of the Meme Multiverse.