Why do people like intelligent characters? Because intelligent characters assure ordinary people that anyone can be heroes. They oppose the idea that only the strongest can make it to the top. Many scenes in anime show the superiority of brains over brawns. One such example could be the classic battle between Shikamaru and Hidan, where Shikamaru had to kill an immortal. All these fantastic characters inspire confidence in the audience. So who is the smartest anime character? Keep scrolling for the list.
Smart characters remind people that with clever strategies and planning anyone can be powerful. For a long time, there have been debates over who the smartest anime character is. Finally, after looking at numerous anime characters and their brightest moments. Here is a compilation of the most intelligent anime characters. And, to solve this debate once and for all, here are the smartest anime characters ranked.
8. Saiki Kusuo From The Disastrous Life of Saiki K
At number 8, we have the psychic genius Saiki Kusuo from The Disastrous Life of Saiki K . Saiki is a psychic genius with an IQ score of 218. Anyone who has watched the show will know how he outsmarts everyone around him. He constantly fools everyone around him to hide the fact that he is a psychic. Despite having many powers and abilities, he is considered intelligent for his quick thinking. And his spontaneous nature and intelligence save the world on more than one occasion.
7. Kurisu Makise From Steins; Gate
Next is Kurisu Makise from Steins; Gate. She is described as being too smart for her own good. And is another intelligent character often overlooked. Furthermore she is a genius researcher who graduated college at 17. Dubbed as the girl who loves experiments, she is the one who invents the time machine in the series. In addition to being intelligent, she is also very kind and reliable. And, is a very curious person who genuinely loves science and research.
6. Norman From The Promised Neverland
Another addition to the list is the young genius Norman. Norman from The Promised Neverland is arguably one of the youngest of all the intelligent characters. His careful planning has saved both his and his family’s lives. Even in academics, his intelligence is beyond measure. He is the only one who scores a 300 in Grace Field’s tests. And is insanely smart for his age. He works out very detailed plans. A fine example is his plan working even after getting shipped away.
5. Koro-Sensei From Assassination Classroom
On number 5 is Koro Sensei. Assassination Classroom fans would agree that he is a brilliant character. The teacher’s intelligence comes from his observation. And, the keen ability to understand everything. There are many examples of the teacher outwitting professional assassins with ease. As he does the unpredictable. In addition, he is also excellent at multitasking, handling multiple things at once. Moreover, he outwits assassins, helps students in academics, and accomplishes missions without depending on violence.
4. Senku Ishigami From Dr. Stone
Next on the list is Senku from Dr. Stone. Senku’s fight against Tsukasa is another example of ‘Brains over Brawns’. Senku is a genius who keeps learning and adapting to new information. He puts that information to practical use. With a vast knowledge of the sciences, he is a proper scientist. In addition, he has a great memory, remembering everything he comes across. Most importantly, he came up with antibiotics with nothing but stone and wood around to help him. And he does this all at the age of eighteen.
3. Light Yagami From Death Note
On third place is Light from Death Note. Light is considered one of the most intelligent anime characters. He is a master tactician and a brilliant detective. Though his hubris ultimately led to his downfall. Light is certainly one of the smartest anime characters. He outwits all the people around him and stays undetected till the end. However, the most crucial skill that Light had was reading people. Thus, he could influence and manipulate people, making him that powerful and scarier.
2. Lelouch From Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion
On number two is the mastermind Lelouch vi Britannia. He is known for his clever strategies, tactical abilities and clever plans. His power comes from his intelligence. And his carefully calculated plans made him a powerful antihero. In addition, his eye for detail and intelligence lets him destroy his enemies’ ranks with ease. Though, he is known to have an IQ of 210. But, most importantly, he is always a few steps ahead of the rest. Thus, predicting problems and preparing solutions beforehand.
1. L Lawliet From Death Note
Finally, another smart character from Death Note is L Lawliet. L is described as a genius among geniuses. He is the only one who discovers Kira’s identity. Between the battle of wits between him and Light, he emerges victorious. It is important to note that he did everything without the death note. Additionally, he is also the one who narrows out Kira’s location. His deduction skills made him find out that there were two Kiras. Also, L’s observation skills and excellent deductive skills make him the smartest anime character of all time.
Do you agree with the ranking? Did the list miss any character? Who do you think is the smartest anime character? Let us know in the comments section. Thus, for more ranked lists like this, keep coming back to The Anime Daily.