They stand out in the anime scene regardless of their height, displaying an unyielding spirit, unmatched skills, and the ability to inspire fans all over the world. In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the strongest anime characters who are short in stature. So, without further ado, let’s get started.

10. Feitan Portor – Hunter × Hunter

Feitan is an important member of the Phantom Troupe and is very proficient in the art of interrogation. While his short stature and stoic nature do not speak for the incredible strength he possesses, Feitan can be extremely dangerous at times.

Since he rarely engages in combat, he often underperforms at the start of a real fight, but when Feitan gets serious, there is no stopping him. His extreme speed, great strength, and swordsmanship skills, combined with his powerful Nen abilities, make him stand out among other spiders.

9. Toshiro Hitsugaya – Bleach

The only drawback that Toshiro Hitsugaya has is his short stature, however, this does not define his overall worth. He is relatively young by Shinigami standards and appears to be a child, but he is notably the youngest individual to achieve the rank of captain in Soul Society.

He is the most talented prodigy in Soul Society, as stated by Ichimaru himself, calling him the embodiment of the "heavenly white angel that blesses Soul Society once a century." Aside from his swordsmanship, perhaps Hitsugaya's most surprising trait is his intellect and natural talent.

8. Chuuya Nakahara – Bungo Stray Dogs

One of the most fearsome and short-statured anime characters, Chuuya Nakahara serves as an executive in the Port Mafia and possesses a strong ability as “Upon the Tainted Sorrow” that allows him to manipulate the gravity around him according to his own will.

His ability is so destructive that it sometimes goes out of control, making his enemies tremble in fear. However, Chuuya's insecurity about his height doesn't go away, all thanks to his cunning former partner Dazai, who constantly mocks him for being like a chihuahua.

7. Asta – Black Clover

Asta is notoriously known in the anime community for his constant, high-pitched voice and short stature. Being unable to wield the powers of a mage, Asta relies solely on his physical strength and works hard enough to become stronger.

Even though Asta doesn't have the vital element in the world Black Clover, this does not stop him from being one of the strongest among the members of the Black Bull squad. Using his swordsmanship skills and anti-magic energy, he has achieved the rank of Arcane Stage mage.

6. Hiei – Yu Yu Hakusho

Hiei is a great fighter when it comes to unleashing his full powers. Hiei's unmatched strength is his "Eye of Jagan", which is one of the most powerful eyes in the anime and gives him access to a multitude of abilities, including controlling the minds of demons and low-level humans.

Hiei can also demonstrate a wide range of psychic abilities, such as telepathic communication, energy manipulation, pyrokinesis, and telekinesis. Once his Jagan Eye is activated, Hiei is nearly unbeatable, making him one of the strongest and shortest anime characters.

5. Edward Elric – Fullmetal Alchemist

The "Fullmetal Alchemist" of the Amestrian army, Edward Elric is one of the loudest anime characters. He has a reputation for being foul-mouthed and is an incurably sarcastic cynic whenever anyone points out his height, as he doesn't like being called a dwarf.

However, Edward is also a skilled alchemist, and despite his small stature and young age, he is a remarkable combatant. He is also a competent hand-to-hand fighter and can take on opponents much larger than himself with ease.

4. Killua Zoldyck – Hunter × Hunter

Killua Zoldyck plays a pivotal role in “Hunter × Hunter" and is considered one of the most daring anime characters for his cool yet mischievous demeanor. Although Killua appears to be a fun-loving boy, he can sometimes be a bit rude and aggressive towards others.

But what makes him even more deadly is his family background, made up of trained assassins, and even though he is only twelve years old, he does not hesitate to cause a bloodbath. Needless to say, he is one of the strongest and shortest anime characters.

3. Meliodas – Nanatzu no Taizai

Son of the Demon King and one of the anime's most deadly dark users, "Dragon's Sin of Wrath" Meliodas is considered the most resilient in his demonic form. He possesses unparalleled strength and has the ability to single-handedly destroy an empire; the Kingdom of Danafor is proof of his mass destruction.

Meliodas' short stature and aloof demeanor do not betray his ruthless personality, however, there have been instances where he has faced off against divine beings, including Fraudrin of the Ten Commandments and the Demon King, striking them both down.

2. Levi Ackerman – Attack on Titan

Humanity's strongest soldier, Levi Ackerman has one of the best character introductions in anime, and the moment he steps onto the screen, viewers know that he will once again effortlessly dispatch a pack of Titans without any help from his comrades.

Although he is considered short, Levi is one of the skilled soldiers in the Survey Corps and has demonstrated his ability on several occasions, which shows his capable personality. His cold and calculating demeanor suggests that he is a man of fewer words and more action on the battlefield.

1. Tatsumaki – One Punch Man

One of the strongest psychics in anime and the second-ranked S-Class hero of the Hero Association, Tatsumaki is the most powerful esper in the series, capable enough to wield his gifted psychic abilities for offense, defense, or miscellaneous uses.

Known by her hero nickname “Tornado of Terror”, she can easily lift and throw any item with her mind and can create psychic barriers so large that they envelop the entire city. Tatsumaki can also fly at great speeds using her powers, and there are very few entities that stand a chance against her.

Special mention:

Cells at Work (U-1146) – Cells in action!

The white blood cell, U-1146, is only a few micrometers in size, but the way it works is crucial to the survival of the human species. It may not be huge, but it does its job well and continues to kill foreign substances that invade the body.

Due to the violent nature of his work, he is often covered in blood. Along with his agility to help him, WBC can quickly eliminate a group of intruders single-handedly and can eliminate any type of harmful cell. Without it, the human body cannot function properly and that is why it is a crucial cell.

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