Let’s be real: arguing about the strongest anime characters is an anime fan’s rite of passage. Whether you’re team Goku, rooting for Saitama, or ready to throw down for some reality-bending gods, the debate is as endless as a shonen power-up. So, let’s jump into the fray and count down the 10 strongest anime characters of all time—in reverse order, because suspense is half the fun.
10. Tetsuo Shima (Akira)
Tetsuo begins life as your typical biker punk, but after a run-in with psychic powers, he’s a human apocalypse. His powers spiral out of control, allowing him to warp matter, project psychic blasts, and menace the very fabric of Tokyo. Tetsuo’s transformation from angsty teen to existential crisis is a rollercoaster ride, and his destructive potential is a warning about what happens when you achieve everything you desire, plus a side of chaos. Tetsuo’s change, reports Jagran Josh, is a harsh reminder of the consequences of unbridled power and the need for responsibility.
9. Griffith (Berserk)
Griffith is the best example of ambition blowing a supernova. Beginning as a charming mercenary commander, he gives up everything (and everyone) to rise as Femto, a demon-hand god with reality-bending abilities. He can warp matter, call upon spirits, and even submerge entire islands. As Collider observes, Griffith’s power is practically unlimited, and he’s never actually been hurt—except when he allows it. He’s evidence that sometimes the greatest danger is the kind packaged in an attractive, convincing presentation.
8. Muzan Kibutsuji (Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba)
Muzan is not only the Demon King—hell, he’s the first demon, the father of all demons, and a genius when it comes to biological manipulation. With near-genius-level intelligence, all-but-immortality, and the power to empower or kill other demons with a mere whim, he’s a demon slayer’s worst nightmare. Collider describes Muzan as having an absolute healing factor and a terrifying array of powers, making him nearly impossible to defeat. If you’re looking for a villain who embodies pure, unstoppable evil, Muzan’s your guy.
7. Naruto Uzumaki (Naruto)
Naruto’s journey from outcast to Hokage is legendary, but it’s his sheer determination and mastery over the Nine-Tailed Fox that put him on this list. With Sage Mode, gigantic chakra reserves, and the potential to befriend (and occasionally outmaneuver) his foes, Naruto is a force of nature. As GameRant points out, Naruto might lack brute force compared to some, but technique and confidence, combined with that classic shonen never-give-up ethos, make him a powerhouse for real.
6. Madara Uchiha (Naruto)
Madara is the greatest Uchiha, possessing both Sharingan and Rinnegan and achieving a kind of immortality as well. He is a perfectionist in ninjutsu, genjutsu, and taijutsu, and his ambition also brings the world to the brink of eternal illusion. Jagran Josh calls attention to Madara’s mythic status and his dominance over strong techniques, and thus, he becomes one of the best and virtually invincible villains in anime.
5. Anos Voldigoad (The Misfit of Demon King Academy)
Anos is the reincarnated Demon King of Tyranny, and he doesn’t merely vanquish his foes—he wipes them out of existence. He’s got astronomical magical abilities, smarts, and an ability to remain several steps ahead of everyone else. Even when the dice are loaded against him, Anos simply shrugs and redrafts the rules. In Jagran Josh, it is said that Anos is humble and kind, but his power level is through the roof, thus a real demon among demons.
4. Giorno Giovanna (JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure)
Giorno’s Stand, Gold Experience Requiem, is essentially a cosmic reset button. With the ability to reverse any action and cage enemies in a never-ending cycle of death, Giorno is unstoppable when it matters. Collider says that Giorno’s Return to Zero power negates all influence, rendering him virtually unbeatable once he’s powered up. He’s the epitome of “you can’t touch this.
3. Son Goku (Dragon Ball)
Goku is the epitome of shonen power scaling. From humble to Ultra Instinct, he’s fought gods, demons, and reality-benders—and generally emerges victorious. His power, speed, and fighting prowess are the stuff of legend, and he never ceases to improve. Jagran Josh adds that Goku’s fight against the strongest villains is one of the most epic in anime history. He’s the man everyone else is trying to defeat—and generally fails to do so.
2. Zeno (Dragon Ball Super)
Zeno appears to be a cute child, but don’t be deceived— he’s the actual god of all universes. He can wipe out whole realities with a snap, and there is no known limit to his abilities. Jagran Josh delineates Zeno as a childlike, playful king who can annihilate universes at his will and is completely immortal. Nobody wants to mess with Zeno when he’s around; even the strongest warriors walk on eggshells.
1. Saitama (One-Punch Man)
Saitama is at the summit of the mountain, the hero who can finish any battle with a single blow. His power is so great that he’s bored out of his skull, looking for a challenge that never materializes. Jagran Josh describes Saitama’s ability as “almost beyond comprehension,” capable of punching through dimensions and blowing up planets. Humble, goofy, and completely unbeatable—a legend in the anime universe.
There you have it—the definitive face-off of anime’s strongest. Agree or disagree, and start your ranking if you must—one thing’s certain: anime power debates are here to stay, and we couldn’t be happier.