Cartoon magician represents one of the most popular character types in the genre, given the popularity of the fantasy world of swords and sorcery. However, even among the countless wizards and witches that lead the stories beloved by anime fans, some clearly stand above others in terms of raw power and ability to wield magic.
Magic is one of the more versatile sources of power, as it can take any form and use any element, whether natural or not. Some mages prefer to specialize in a certain type of magic, dedicating themselves to mastering their craft, while others are interested in learning a wider variety of magic, securing their arsenal equipped with solutions to every problem they may encounter.
10 Howl Jenkins Pendragon (Howl’s Moving Castle)
The main character Howl Jenkins Pendragon in Studio Ghibli’s Howl’s Moving Castle is a highly talented and respected wizard, known by many different names. He is quite different when compared to some of the other entries on this list, as his powers do not manifest in the form of highly destructive spells that are capable of turning the tide of battle in his favor. he. While he participates in the ongoing war and is known to be Madame Suliman’s best student, he instead prefers to use his magic to fly and transform into different creatures, escaping unpleasant situations. He also has a contract with Calcifer, the Fire Demon, which further enhances his magical abilities.
9 Anos Voldigoad (The Demon King Academy’s Misfit)
As the reincarnation of the tyrannical Demon King, Anos Voldigoad was quickly considered the Demon King Academy’s Misfit, because not only did he possess magical power so high that it could not be assessed by conventional methods. often, but he is also capable of using spells that are thought to be either impossible, such as resurrection, or lost to time, such as teleportation spells. However, as the founding ancestor, using impossibly powerful magic from the Age of Mythology was as natural to him as breathing. Even beyond his immense magical power, he is equally gifted in strength, speed, and intelligence, with some considering him the strongest character in anime.
8.Natsu Dragneel (Fairy Tail)
With the world of Fairy Tail filled with powerful wizards, it is almost impossible to determine who is superior to all others. For example, as the Ace of the Fairy Tail Guild, some may consider Gildarts Clive to be stronger. However, as the main character of the story, Naruto Dragneel’s journey takes him from a point where he used nothing but Fire Dragon Slayer Magic, which was already strong enough, and is fueled further by his emotions, reaching the stage where he can become a Fire Dragon. King mode at will. It’s not even his strongest form, as he later gains divine demonic abilities through his END Power.
7 Julius Novachrono (Black Clover)
In the world of Black Clover, the title of Wizard King has nothing to do with noble birthright; instead, it is a title that can be bestowed upon anyone within the Magic Knight order, if they prove themselves to be powerful enough through achievements and accomplishments. So it’s no surprise that, as the most recent Wizard King, Julius Novachrono is also the most powerful mage in the series, using his time magic to easily control the flow of battle , accelerate, stop, and even reverse time to heal wounds. Despite his proven mastery of magic, he continues to seek out new types of magic.
6 Ainz Ooal Gown (Lord)
After being trapped in the world of a DMMO-RPG game planned to be closed, the protagonist of Overlord is determined to live as his character, Ainz Ooal Gown, while using his knowledge and experience with the game to conquer it. Considered by many to be the strongest Magic Caster in the world, Ainz has achieved many achievements that were considered impossible, especially when it came to magic. For example, while even the highest leveled players could learn no more than 300 spells, he used his special ability to learn no less than 718 different spells. Not only can he use high-level magic, but he can also summon powerful creatures at will.
5 Megumin (KonoSuba: God bless this wonderful world!)
As KonoSuba: God bless this wonderful world! is not a particularly serious title, instead going in the direction of comedy-parody, its characters tend to be understated in terms of raw power. Furthermore, with Megumin being obsessed with Explosive Magic and refusing to learn any other magic, it seems like she’s actually quite weak. However, she is still an Arch Wizard and a member of the Crimson Demon Clan, and her potential is unparalleled thanks to her high mana reserves and magical power. Even with the downside of over-specialization, she’s still a force to be reckoned with, especially when certain conditions are met.
4 Aladdin (Magician: Labyrinth of Magic)
Aladdin is the main character of the Arabian Nights-themed film series Magi: The Labyrinth of Magic. As one of the four Magi of the current era, mages beloved by Solomon’s Rukh, Aladdin can manipulate Magoi, the energy generated from the Rukh, to easily overpower even the strongest of enemies. Furthermore, although he was said to be classified as a “Red Mage” who specialized in fire magic, he eventually learned many different types of magic and even reached the point of being able to use it. Use them simultaneously and combine them. By the end of his journey, he became such a skilled magic user that few dared to oppose him.
3 Merlin (The Seven Deadly Sins)
A member of the Seven Deadly Sins, Merlin, the Boar’s Sin of Gluttony, is known as the greatest wizard in Britannia, and for good reason. Not only does she possess unique infinite power, allowing her to keep her spells active endlessly, but she also wields a sacred Treasure known as the Aldan Morning Star, a fruit The all-purpose crystal ball into which Merlin often uses her magic, and sometimes even transfers her soul, to avoid lethal physical damage. Even without her unique abilities and weapons, Merlin is proficient in a wide variety of magic which she uses to easily gain the upper hand in any situation.
2 Ryner Lute (Legends of Legendary Heroes)
As the protagonist of Legend of Legendary Heroes, Ryner Lute has a naturally high magical aptitude, which is taken to new heights by the power of his magical eyes, Alpha Stigma, also known as “ Eyes of destruction.” While bearers of this curse tend to lose control of themselves and go on wild rampages after experiencing extremely negative emotions, Ryner is the only one recorded to have regained his sanity immediately. even after going crazy. As such, he can take full advantage of his cursed eyes, allowing him to instantly analyze, learn, and copy any magic with virtually no drawbacks, potentially infinite.
1 Rimuru Tempest (That time I reincarnated into a Slime)
Classifying Rimuru Tempest in That Time I Got Recarnated as a Slime is not exactly simple, as they tend to combine magic with swords when participating in combat. Regardless, the majority of Rimuru’s most powerful abilities lie in the realm of magic, with their magical powers further enhanced after awakening as a Demon Lord. Simply put, Rimuru’s best strength is their evolutionary potential, proven by their journey from their humble origins as Slimes. After combining the skills of Raphael and Beelzebuth to create Azathoth, a unique ultimate skill, Rimuru can not only copy and create virtually any ability but can also devour souls and create endless chaos.
Whether they gain strength from nature, are attuned to the elements around them, or instead improve their skills while fighting, learning and improving their abilities while learning from their enemies, There are many different ways for magicians to reach the top. of the magical world. Even when recognized as the greatest among their peers, they still have more options, such as using their powers to protect the world or conquering it instead. Regardless of their choice, these anime magician are some of the strongest people around.