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Numerous powerful anime characters have established a foundation of powerscaling that fans are obsessed with. One of, if not the most popular, franchises with strong characters is Dragon Ball, and after Dragon Ball Super introduced Zeno, the ruler of all the universes, there is a new strongest character in the series. Able to destroy a universe with a single thought, no one can compare to Zeno in the Dragon Ball universe.
However, Zeno isn’t the strongest character in all fiction, and this list will highlight some anime, comic, and TV characters who can best this universal being, or at least give him a run for his money. This list will be based on known feats, hypothetical feats, abilities, potential, and context, determining that these ten characters are also at a universal level and more than capable of going toe to toe with this curious but overwhelmingly powerful being.
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Arale Norimaki
‘Dr. Slump’ (1981)
While there is no Dragon Ball character stronger than Zeno, Akira Toriyama has another series with a character powerful enough to defeat him. Dr. Slump follows Arale Norimaki, a powerful android girl who, despite her strength, isn’t the brightest. Each episode follows her wild antics in the most unusual of locations, showcasing her remarkable strength.
Arale is a gag character, meaning there is no rhyme or reason to her overpowered strength, as everything is played off for jokes. However, this humorous approach doesn’t diminish her standing, as she has real feats that put her on the level of Zeno, from her physical strength to her inpenetrable defence, to her unpredictable fighting style, making her one of the strongest anime characters.
9
Galactus
The Fantastic Four Franchise
Comic characters have numerous versions with varying feats and power levels, spanning from the planetary to the multiversal level. Some characters also have different versions, depending on the writer and storyline. This list refers to Lifebringer Galactus from the comics. This enormous entity is known for devouring planets and serving as a main villain to the Fantastic Four.
While fans usually think of Galactus as a planet-eating entity, his Lifebringer form makes him infinitely more powerful. He can reach into the beyond realm and manipulate matter and create life just as easily as he can destroy it. Galactus has defeated other universal characters, including Chaos and Master Order, making him one of the most powerful Marvel characters. He has flaws, for sure, but it takes a real effort to bring him down.
8
Sinbad
‘Magi: The Labyrinth of Magic’ (2012)
One underrated fantasy anime masterpiece that fans no longer discuss is Magi: The Labyrinth of Magic, which follows king candidates and their Magi as they aim to conquer dungeons and become kings. One such candidate is Sinbad, a side character who is easily the most powerful in the series and even received an origin spin-off.
While the studio cancelled the anime without actually showcasing Sinbad’s true power, he demonstrates why he is so revered in the manga. Besides his many special weapons he earned from the dungeons, Sinbad’s most powerful ability is narrative manipulation, where he can write opponents out of the story, making it so they never existed. This hax ability is far beyond Zeno’s reach, meaning Sinbad handily wins.
7
Superman
‘All-Star Superman’ (2011)
The DCU officially kicks off in 2025 with Superman, reminding fans of the many iterations of this character, ranging from decently powerful to one of the strongest characters in fiction. While James Gunn confirmed that Superman will be “weaker” in this film, fans should remember some of the strongest versions, including All-Star Superman and Superman Prime.
A lethal dose of solar radiation made Superman virtually unstoppable, enabling him to lift millions of tons and travel faster than the speed of light. Superman Prime became so powerful that he could bend reality and dent the fabric of space and time, making him a physical threat to Zeno. Superman is the strongest member of the Justice League and the peak of all superheroes.
6
Featherine Augustus Aurora
‘Umineko: When They Cry’ (2009)
Most fans are familiar with all the characters on this list. However, Umineko: When They Cry is a relatively unheard-of anime and manga, making Featherine Augustus Aurora equally unknown. She is an endless witch, which is more akin to a god, having lived multiple lifetimes, relying on a memory device to maintain her personality.
Despite having a glaring weakness, Featherine is an all-powerful entity, with powers such as immortality, reality manipulation, and invulnerability. These powers essentially make her unbeatable with all the power in the world, allowing her not just to defeat Zeno, but also making her a strong enough character to solo the Dragon Ball universe. It’s a shame not many fans know about her, though.
5
Doctor Manhattan
‘Watchmen’ (1986-1987)
Alan Moore is a legendary comic creator, and his magnum opus is arguably Watchmen, which he made alongside Dave Gibbons. While the mystery of the superhero murders continues, one character embarks on an entirely different journey: Doctor Manhattan, who became a godlike entity after accidentally falling into a nuclear experiment.
Doctor Manhattan is more than just a strong superhero, but a complex character who represents the capability of good and evil through absolute power. However, he is also one of the most powerful movie superheroes, making him a discussion piece in powerscaling arguments. As he is able to create and destroy with the wave of a hand, Doctor Manhattan is on the level of Zeno, but his intelligence arguably puts him a tier above.
4
Anti-Spiral
‘Gurren Lagann’ (2007)
There aren’t many anime more hype-inducing than Gurren Lagann, wowing viewers with its spectacular animation, stellar character moments, and riveting fight scenes. While Simon could also be on this spot, Anti-Spiral takes it as the main villain of the series, having been this powerful since the beginning.
Like most of the characters on this list and in Gurren Lagann, the Anti-Spiral is a universal-level entity, making it larger than entire galaxies. In its final fight against Simon, the Anti-Spiral hurled galaxies at him, creating an epic image and demonstrating overwhelming strength. Not to mention, its cosmic strength and overall power would rival any anime character, making this a perfect over-the-top anime for fans to watch.
3
Bill Cipher
‘Gravity Falls’ (2012)
Gravity Falls is a beloved kids’ show that is acceptable for all ages, dazzling viewers with its unrivalled mystery and sense of adventure. Bill Cipher is the main villain of the series, manipulating everyone in his tiny town in order to gain overwhelming strength, but his only opposition is two random kids.
This may seem like an egregious mismatch, but Bill Cipher is surprisingly robust and has a good chance, even if he doesn’t win. He is around a five-dimensional level as he defeated a four-dimensional entity in the Time Baby with ease. Bill Cipher created a galaxy-sized room and has intangibility, but what makes him stronger than Zeno is the fact that only a specific requirement can defeat him.
2
Haruhi Suzumiya
‘The Melancholy of Haruji Suzumiya’ (2006)
Anime has many unsuspectingly strong characters, including Haruhi Suzumiya from The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya. She and her group investigate strange phenomena around town, but they learn that she has been the one subconsciously creating these bizarre disturbances.
Haruhi is fully omnipotent, meaning she can create or destroy anything, including Zeno, regardless of his immense power. However, her power is dependent on her mood, as she is unaware of her abilities. However, this doesn’t detract from her limitless abilities, such as time manipulation and immortality, which make her strong enough to defeat any anime character.
1
Alien X
‘Ben 10: Alien Force’ (2008)
No other series experienced as significant a power creep as Ben 10, which began as a somewhat grounded show where aliens battled in small towns and ultimately evolved into a galactic-wide fight with the destruction of universes. While there are many strong aliens in this series, Alien X is by far Ben’s best transformation.
Alien X isn’t the most powerful character on this list, but he ranks in at number one because he is the most comparable to Zeno, making this the closest fight. Alien X can repair universes, survive the destruction of one, and fight at an inconceivable level. Zeno and Alien X can erase universes with ease, making this battle a coin flip of whoever strikes first. The first one to act is the winner, and Ben is likely to be more intelligent in reading the situation and winning.
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