The strongest female characters in anime

Shonen protagonists aren't the only ones who possess superpowers, as these anime girls are definitely not to be messed with. Whether they walk the path of justice or go to the dark side, their power cannot be underestimated.

Many of them might be weaker, but their resilience made them notable characters. They have a strong physique and interesting abilities that can surpass many other characters in an anime. So this list ranks them based on their strength and the impact they made in their streak.

Nezuko Kamado

As a human, Nezuko was a fragile girl, but she was turned into a demon by Muzan and ended up becoming physically stronger. She is also the only demon who can withstand sunlight without being scorched, making her a potential target for Muzan's army.

While she has lost control in her original demon form, Tanjiro manages to calm her down and she learns to help Tanjiro when he is in trouble, saving his life against the battle with some Superior Moons. Using her Blood Demon art, Nezuko can use her blood to severely damage pink fire demons.

Yor Forger

Lloyd Forger's actress wife has a secret identity that she has kept from her family. In the dark hours of the night, Yor Forger takes the guidance of the Princess of the Throne, a ruthless assassin who kills any target without fail. She is particularly thorough in managing her job and leaves no trace of herself when she returns home.

Yor Forger is shown to be very athletic and knows basic martial arts, but uses her barbed needles as her primary weapon. She is a caring mother and anyone who hurts her daughter Anya does not walk away unscathed.

Esdeath

Anime: Akame ga Kill!

Esdeath is a fearsome antagonist who is shown to be completely ruthless as she takes the lives of those who oppose her. She is cold, literally, as she possesses the Demon Extract, which allows her to use some ice abilities to freeze everything around her, including time itself.

Her power also allows her to create an army of ice soldiers that can completely overwhelm a city's defenses. Esdeath not only relies on her Demon Extract, but she is also physically strong. He had no trouble taking over the revolutionary army, and Akame had to give it her all to eliminate her menacing existence from the empire.

Jolyne Cujoh

• Anime: Jojo's Bizzare Adventures: Stone Ocean

Jolyne is the only female protagonist in the Jojo Bizzare Adventure series, yet she is an impactful character as her Stone Free stand is powerful. She appears as a whiny teenager and has had a hard time adjusting to her life in prison, but using her abilities she has not allowed other prisoners to have a go at her.

Stone Free proves to be a similar offensive stance to Jotaro, but excels not only in close combat, but Jolyne can also use her ropes in various other ways during combat. It can also do some spying by extending its string over long distances.

The Star and the Stripe

Star And Stripe is inspired by the famous hero All Might, and like her master, she is a bulky woman with enormous physical strength. However, her New Order quirk is one of the most powerful quirks that allows her to manipulate the things around her. All For One wanted her powers for himself.

New Order allows Star and Stripe to set rules if she calls out something's name. This works not only on humans but also on inanimate things around her. She was a formidable opponent against Tomura Shigaraki and came close to defeating him.

Retsu Unohana

This entry contains spoilers for the Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War Arc, so read at your own risk.

The title of Kenpachi has some meaning in Soul Society and only those who excel in strength can hold it. Despite her gentle appearance, Unohana was a former Kenpachi, which proves that her capabilities are not limited to playing supporting roles.

Her position was taken by Zaraki and she kept her wound hidden behind her bloodlust braided hair. Even after several years have passed since then, Kenpachi has had trouble beating her as her Bankai is very formidable and excels at both healing and attacking.

Tatsumaki

While Saitama greatly overshadows many other One Punch Man heroes, Tatsumaki's role in the series is still significant. She possesses powerful psychic powers that help her quickly rise up the ranks and has become the number two hero in the Hero Association.

Tatsumaki has strong defensive abilities and can create powerful barriers with his powers, which end up saving countless lives in major battles in the series. However, her prowess isn't just limited to defense, and Tatsumaki proves to be both aggressive and intelligent, taking her skills to the next level.

Saber

Saber is one of the most powerful servants in the Fate series, considering that he is King Arthur himself from the legends. Her magic resistance makes her formidable against enemies who frequently use magic. She is also able to heal from the damage she takes, making it very difficult for other minions.

Saber wields Excalibur, which is a legendary sword that is capable of firing a very powerful blast of magic that can severely injure an opponent. Saber has leadership qualities and the Knights of the Round Table give her loyalty.

Sailor Moon

Sailor Moon started out as a weaker character who dislikes her responsibilities as Sailor Guardian. She is still able to take down monsters with a single attack. As the series progresses, she can transform into various forms and learn more spells to cast.

After developing her character, Sailor Moon does not hesitate to go against opponents who threaten life on her planet. Her moves like Moon Healing Escalation and Moon Spiral Heart Attack are flashy but powerful. When she becomes Queen Serenity, her powers evolve greatly.

Kaguya Otsutsuki

This part contains spoilers for Naruto Shippuden, so avoid reading it if you haven't caught up.

Kaguya Otsutsuki is a big deal in Naruto, considering she was the first person to ever use Chakra, which forms the basis of Ninja Arts in the anime. She is obsessed with power and is willing to do anything to achieve it, even against her family and children. Kaguya doesn't like to share and wants Chakra all to herself.

Even Madara Uchiha became a mere pawn for Kaguya and ended up facilitating her rebirth. She can use Ninja Arts without making hand signs, which allows her to cast them faster. She possesses multiple supernatural abilities and can use her Byakugan eyes and Rinne Sharingan, which further increases her talent.