In Sailor Moon, the magical girl transformations and sparkling attacks are only a part of a Sailor Senshi’s true strength. Each of the core Sailor Guardians wields a combination of elemental power, combat skills, and significance within the storyline that takes shape through their celestial namesakes and individual character arcs. From fiery assaults to planet-erasing abilities, the range of powers in Sailor Moon is surprisingly vast.

While teamwork is essential to their victories, not all Sailor Scouts are equal in of power or potential. Some shine in strategic rather than combat, while others have the capability to take on a leadership role. Considering combat and magical abilities, the hierarchy of power within Sailor Moon is crystal clear.

10 Sailor Mercury

Intelligent and Strategic

Sailor Mercury, or Ami Mizuno, is the team’s intellectual powerhouse, and her strategic mind is often just as important as any physical attack. Her powers are based on water and ice, allowing her to use techniques such as Shine Aqua Illusion and Mercury Aqua Rhapsody, which both focus more on precision rather than brute strength. Her abilities aren’t as explosive as some of her teammates, but Sailor Mercury’s true strength lies in her ive and defensive role in the Sailor Senshi.

She utilizes visor scans and a supercomputer to analyze enemies and terrain in real-time, providing her team with a crucial tactical advantage. It’s true that without Sailor Mercury, the Sailor Senshi wouldn’t be able to operate the same way. However, in of raw magical offensive power, Mercury is not the most powerful. Her attacks rarely deal heavy damage on their own, and she is often sidelined in major battles involving cosmic-scale threats.

9 Sailor Chibi Moon

Youngest and Most Energetic

Sailor Chibi Moon is the future daughter of Sailor Moon and Tuxedo Mask. Initially, her magical arsenal seems humorously underwhelming, with her signature attack, Pink Sugar Heart Attack, appearing more like a dazzling light show than a genuine threat. Early on in the series, Chibi Moon serves more as comic relief or emotional , often needing rescue rather than being the rescuer herself.

That said, her arc is one of the most significant power evolutions in the series. As she matures into Super Sailor Chibi Moon, her connection to the Silver Crystal and her heritage as Neo-Queen Serenity’s heir begin to reveal real potential. Though she is not yet on par with the other Sailor Senshi, her potential and growing confidence suggest a future where she could rival the top Sailor Guardians in strength.

8 Sailor Venus

Charismatic and Combat-Ready

Minako Aino, also known as Sailor Venus, brings charm and experience to the team. Having operated as the vigilante Sailor V before ing the rest of the Inner Senshi, she is a confident and knowledgeable leader. Her powers are themed around love and light, which may sound soft, but they actually manifest as devastating attacks like Venus Love-Me Chain and Crescent Beam Shower. Minako is also the de facto leader of the Inner Senshi in many iterations.

Despite her strong offensive skills, Venus tends to hover just below the most powerful Guardians. Although her abilities are formidable, they lack the scale seen in the Outer Senshi or Sailor Moon herself. Still, her combat skills, agility, and intuition make her one of the most well-rounded and capable Sailor Scouts.

7 Sailor Jupiter

Powerful and Protective

Sailor Jupiter, or Makoto Kino, stands out as the team's physical powerhouse with superhuman strength and electrifying magical abilities. Her attacks Supreme Thunder, Sparking Wide Pressure, and Jupiter Oak Evolution are known for their powerful impact, making her one of the most straightforwardly destructive of the Inner Senshi. She is even capable of close combat, often seen tossing her enemies with ease or shielding her friends with sheer physical might.

She is a tough Sailor Guardian, with a thunderstorm of energy that is as fierce as she is dependable.

What sets Jupiter apart from the other Guardians is her unwavering protective instincts and resilience. Makoto often acts as a human shield for the more vulnerable of the team, proving her courage and determination to protect her friends. She is a tough Sailor Guardian, with a thunderstorm of energy that is as fierce as she is dependable.

6 Sailor Mars

Fiery and Fierce

Rei Hino, also known as Sailor Mars, channels fire and spiritual energy into powerful attacks on the battlefield. Her signature moves include Fire Soul, Burning Mandala, and Mars Flame Sniper, and she uses them to overwhelm her enemies with rapid, scorching strikes. Beyond her pyrokinesis, Rei’s training as a shrine maiden grants her access to spiritual powers, including seals and psychic intuition, enabling her to sense evil and banish malevolent forces.

Sailor Mars’s power extends beyond just fiery attacks. Her intensity and no-nonsense attitude fuel her combat style, making her one of the most aggressive and defensive of the Senshi. Although she may not be as physically strong as Sailor Jupiter, her ability to both attack and exorcise provides her with a unique edge over the other Inner Senshi.

5 Sailor Neptune

Lethal and Elegant

Sailor Neptune, also known as Michiru Kaioh, embodies grace and refinement. Yet beneath her composed exterior lies a force of immense power. Her ocean-based attacks, such as Deep Submerge and Submarine Reflection, are visually elegant while delivering devastating force. As one of the Outer Sailor Senshi, Neptune operates on a higher plane of combat and addresses threats beyond the typical scope of the Inner Senshi’s battles.

Neptune is also recognized for her intuition and sensitivity to vibrations and disturbances, granting her a near-psychic edge in sensing impending danger. While not the most physically imposing fighter, her deadly ranged attacks, intelligence, and near-flawless composure make her a formidable opponent to face.

4 Sailor Uranus

Bold and Fearless

Haruka Tenoh, Sailor Uranus, is a powerhouse with physical strength and powerful elemental attacks, making her one of the most aggressive Senshi. She’s known for her speed, agility, and skill in hand-to-hand combat. Haruka’s signature moves include World Shaking and Space Sword Blaster, both of which pack a punch that’s capable of leveling landscapes. Her bold and fearless fighting style often places her on the front lines, charging headfirst into battle without hesitation.

Uranus’s powers are not her only asset. She’s a tactical fighter who combines precision strikes with immense force, and her role as an Outer Senshi grants her access to intense abilities. Haruka’s relentlessness and versatility place her among the most powerful of the Senshi, able to match or sur many of her teammates.

3 Sailor Pluto

Timeless and Mysterious

Sailor Pluto, also known as Setsuna Meioh, wields power that transcends traditional battlefields. As the Guardian of the Space-Time Door, she governs time itself. Her signature abilities include Dead Scream and Garnet Orb manipulation. She can combine dark energy with time-based attacks to disrupt enemies in ways that others simply can't. Pluto’s control over time gives her a unique role among the Senshi, not just as a fighter, but as a cosmic sentinel whose interventions can alter the flow of events.

While she may not always be front and center in physical combat, her ability to bend reality and her knowledge of cosmic-level secrets establish her as one of the most powerful Senshi.

Though she often operates in the shadows, Pluto’s power is among the most formidable in the Sailor Senshi ranks. Her time manipulation skills and mastery over space make her a wildcard in any confrontation. While she may not always be front and center in physical combat, her ability to bend reality to a degree and her knowledge of cosmic-level secrets establish her as one of the most powerful Senshi.

2 Sailor Saturn

Death and Rebirth

Sailor Saturn, also known as Hotaru Tomoe, is the embodiment of destruction and renewal, wielding powers so immense that they verge on godlike. Her signature weapon, the Silence Glaive, delivers apocalyptic attacks like Death Reborn Revolution and Silence Wall, capable of annihilating entire cities or even worlds. Saturn’s role as the Senshi of ruin gives her a fearsome reputation, and her arrival often signals a cataclysmic change, like a reset button on existence itself.

Despite her overwhelming potential, Sailor Saturn’s power is tempered by her repressed nature. Her immense abilities come with a heavy burden, making her both the most dangerous and the most tragic of the Sailor Senshi. When her full power is unleashed, she stands unmatched, but her abilities are rarely called upon unless there are no other options.

1 Sailor Moon

Radiant and Legendary

Sailor Moon, or Usagi Tsukino, is the heart and soul of the Sailor Senshi. With powers that expand to a cosmic scale, Sailor Moon is a formidable opponent to face. Her signature weapon, the Silver Crystal, is one of the most powerful artifacts in the universe, capable of healing, protection, and devastating energy attacks. Over time, Usagi evolves from a clumsy, reluctant warrior into the unstoppable Neo-Queen Serenity, whose power governs entire galaxies and the flow of time itself.

Though she is often underestimated early on, Sailor Moon’s pure heart, emotional strength, and raw magical ability make her the undisputed leader and the most powerful of the Sailor Guardians. Usagi’s ability to inspire, protect, and restore balance is unmatched, placing her at the very top of the Senshi hierarchy. Sailor Moon’s power embodies both hope and destruction, making her a force of cosmic destiny come to life.