"Shaman King" began serialization in Weekly Shonen Jump in 1998. It was then adapted into an anime in 2001, which aired for about a year. A new anime adaptation began airing in 2021. The story centers around a young shaman who connects the spirit world with the physical world, and features a number of fascinating characters. There are many highlights, but the thrilling battle scenes have captivated many readers. In this article, we'll be explaining the Shaman King strength rankings. While some of the poster's opinions are subjective, we hope you'll enjoy reading it to get a general idea of what the rankings are like.
10th Place: Tao Ren
A Chinese shaman. He appears early in the story and is initially hostile to Yoh and his friends, but later becomes a key member of their team. He is the heir to the Taoist family, which has operated in the shadows for 1800 years, and is proud and ambitious. While he gives off a cold impression, Tao Ren is actually kind-hearted, and he aims to become the Shaman King in order to break the cycle of hatred that exists in this world.
Tao Ren's Abilities
His spirit is Ma Sun, a military commander who has served the Taoist family for 500 years. He takes his own abilities seriously and has the sincerity to train stoically, which leads to him becoming skilled enough to be chosen as one of the five warriors. He later acquired the "Bushin Yutsu" armor, specializing in lightning-based techniques. He eventually acquired the Spirit of Thunder, turning it into a spirit.
9th Place: Horohoro
Horohoro is an Ainu shaman from Hokkaido. He has a determined look on his face and is always filled with fighting spirit, but in reality, he is a young man with a kind heart. Like the protagonist, he aspires to become the Shaman King, and his dream is to create a vast butterbur field. Horohoro's real name is Usui Horokeu. Due to certain circumstances, Horohoro had hidden his past from the main characters. In the main story, his real name was revealed, and Horohoro's latent power was unleashed, astounding everyone around him with his impressive abilities.
Horohoro's Abilities
Horoholo's possessed spirit is the elemental spirit Kororo, who has the ability to transform moisture in the air into ice. He is ultimately chosen by five warriors, who take the Spirit of Rain as their possessed spirit. His passionate heart and cool, elegant fighting style, overwhelming his enemies, were truly impressive.
8th Place: Lyserg Diethel
He is a member of the X-LAWS organization, formed with the goal of defeating Hao. He has a deep hatred for Hao and is consumed with a desire for revenge. His spirits are the flower spirit Morphine and the orbital angel Zeruel, given to him by the organization. While he is usually gentle, the cruel expression he sometimes displays exudes a dangerous sexiness.
The Power of Lyserg Dietzel
Chosen by the Human Warriors, Lyserg is not only beautiful, but also highly skilled. After undergoing training in Hell, she mastered the "Amaste Dolkim" binding O.S., combining the powers of Morphine and Zeruel. Her special move is "Cremation." It's a powerful technique that ignites the surrounding area with a huge flame.
7th Place: Yoh Asakura
This character is the protagonist of this work. "It'll all work out somehow" is his catchphrase, and he rarely shows signs of impatience. While generally optimistic and relaxed about everything, he also possesses a strong core, having overcome many difficult situations. Through rigorous training and even overcoming death, he has mastered the skills to face even the most formidable opponents.
Yoh Asakura's Strength
Yoh's special move is the Spirit Sword, powered by his Oversoul, which is mediated by two swords: Harusame and Futsunomitama no Tsurugi. While his spiritual powers and combat skills are certainly impressive, his calm and composed attitude is what makes him so appealing and the secret to his strength.
6th Place: Chocolove McDonnell
An American boy and a shaman of the native Central and South American Indians. Possessing great spiritual powers, he is ultimately chosen as one of the five warriors. He calls himself a comedian and has an unfathomable desire for laughter. However, his jokes are so bad they can only be described as "lame," often drawing laughter from those around him. However, it's also true that McDonnell's quest for laughter can lighten up even the most desperate situations, so it's not hard to see why he has an extraordinary ability to lighten the mood.
Chocolove McDonnell's Abilities
His spirit is the jaguar Mick, and he possesses both speed and power. When he fell into hell, he encountered Pascal Abahu, the spirit of an Indian shaman who fought in the Shaman Fight 1,000 years ago, and made him his second spirit. Having experienced two hells and overcome a dark past, his final spiritual power reaches 197,500, the maximum of any of the five warriors.
5th Place: Lakist Lasso
Founder of X-LAWS. Proud of his cause, he challenges Hao, but is crushed. Shown the clear difference in power, his sense of justice is shattered. This experience leads him to realize that there are many different forms of justice, and he becomes Hao's subordinate.
Lakist Lasso's Strength
Knowing that Hao can read other people's minds, he still follows him, suggesting he possesses extraordinary mental strength. Her spirit, the fallen angel Luchev, boasts a spiritual power of 200,000, possessing superior combat abilities beyond any other angel.
4th Place: Iron Maiden Jeanne
The boss of X-LAWS, she is worshipped by her fellow members and referred to as the "Saint Maiden." Her catchphrase is "May the world be at peace," and she yearns for world peace. Her compassionate nature and beautiful appearance evoke a goddess, but she also possesses a cruel side, not hesitant to eliminate anyone who opposes her sense of justice. She's also a character who sometimes makes you wonder if justice is merely a pretext for carrying out her own evil deeds.
Iron Maiden Jeanne's Abilities
She usually enters the Iron Maiden and impales herself. By injuring herself and constantly living close to death, she attempts to increase her spiritual power. This has paid off, granting her an overwhelming spiritual power of 500,000, making her one of the most powerful characters in the series.
3rd Place: Sati Saigan
He is the leader of Gandhara, an organization of Buddhist shamans. All members of Gandhara possess god-class spirits. If each member were included in the rankings, most of the top spots would be occupied by them, so this time we are only ranking the leader.
Sati Saigan's Power
Although she doesn't appear in many battle scenes, her spiritual power of 700,000, second only to Hao, clearly shows her overwhelming power. She also has the ability to resurrect the dead, which supported the protagonist and his companions' advance.
2nd Place: Anna Osorezan
A young itako (medicine) and the heroine of the story. Despite her fierce temper and violent face, she also possesses a brave side, devoted to Yoh. Her strong mental strength is evident from her belief that Yoh will become the Shaman King, no matter the situation.
The Power of Anna Osorezan
As an itako, Anna can freely channel the spirits of the dead. She frequently uses this ability to support Yoh and the others throughout the story. She also ultimately masters the "Super Divination Rakutetsu" technique. She possesses Hao's Shikigami, Maeoni and Uto, and befriends them, demonstrating her immense spiritual power. While there aren't many scenes that show her true power, her ranking reflects the fact that even Hao holds her in high regard.
No. 1: Hao
Hao is the final boss of the series. Possessing overwhelming spiritual power, it's clear that he is the strongest character in the series. Hao, who looks identical to Yoh, is in fact the great onmyoji (magician) of the Asakura clan, Yoh Asakura, who once plotted to wipe out humanity with the Great Spirits (G.S.) and create a world of shamans only. Hao can freely control his own cycle of reincarnation, undergoing countless reincarnations in his quest to become the Shaman King. He eventually reincarnated in the present day as Yoh's twin brother, standing before our protagonists.
Hao's Abilities
Hao possesses the Spirit of Fire as his spirit, wielding powerful flames that mercilessly burn everything to ashes. His high intelligence, which allows him to instantly adapt to any situation, is also a valuable weapon, and he is unrivaled in terms of physical, intellectual, and mental strength.
Summary
I hope that the appeal of Shaman King can be conveyed to as many people as possible. Beyond the battle scenes, the intense human drama is also a draw. There are also many hidden talents not featured in this ranking, so I encourage you to check out the series for yourself.
