#power levels

[opbackgrounds]

I do think Oda handled the buildup to Sabaody/Marineford well, with the Straw Hats winning by narrower and narrower margins. In the grand scheme of things Moriah isn't all that powerful, and even though the Straw Hats decisively won, the fact that half the crew isn't dead is pure, dumb luck

[gawrkin]

(Source: The Post-Vulgate Cycle - Merlin Continuation)

(Source: Le Morte D'Arthur, by Thomas Malory )

(Source: La Tavola Ritonda)

Because, just like Modern Nerds and their favorite comic books, anime and video games, one of the things Medieval Writers love to talk about when it comes the Knights of the Round Table is their Power Levels™.

[chococrepes-art]

I just wanted to remind you all that lava doesn't seem to affect most algebraliens but fire does. X could go through lava just fine yet was visibly hurt from being set on fire. Four stood on lava like Jesus stood on water and was fine, but got hurt when Firey Jr. set him on fire from the inside by setting Spongy on fire from the inside. I think this is very important to remember as it seems to be intentional since it happened to both X and Four.

Edit: this also means that they are not heat-proof or at least not completely heat-proof because the reason lava and fire hurt is because they're both high temperature.

Btw fire is hotter than lava, but magma that's closer to the Earth's core is definitely hotter than fire. And X went very down (but idk how down) into the Earth.

[faberown]

HOW STRONG IS ADAM IN HAZBIN HOTEL?

Let's try to answer this question using science.

Adam's body not only can produce much more energy that could ever release inside a fusion reactor, a nuclear bomb or even the core of a star; it also has enough resistance to remain intact without effort despite it contains that energy constantly. Regardless of how such energy is produced inside Adam's body, it must be contained otherwise Adam would just explode. And Adam apparently is able to contain it without even shedding a drop of sweat. This means that Adam could literally walk on the surface of the Sun without the slightest damage. And this without even counting his power to create interdimensional portals (basically wormholes), since if we insert it in the equation Adam should release more energy than the pressure in the core of a neutron star and resist the gravitational squeezing of a black hole, making him unkillable even by the strongest force in the universe.

With all this power, if he was able to control it and release it, Adam could push himself to the limit of the laws of physics. Since he has such resistance and he can release so much energy, he could accelerate until he would come very close to the speed of light (even if he wouldn't be able to reach or surpass it), making him able to travel interstellar distances in an "acceptable time". If that energy was instead concentrate in a part of his body, for example a punch, it would be so intense that even the movement of the air in front of him would cause more damage that the entire US nuclear arsenal. Basically, he would obtain a very similar result to Saitama when he hit Boros (One Punch Man).

With so much power, Adam would surpass the majority of fictional characters, leaving room to fight him only to people like Superman (DC comics) or Omni-Man (Invincible). This two characters would be some of the few that would be able to fight him and win since they are able to travel faster than light. Any other character would be defeated almost immediately thanks to Adam's immense speed and power without even being actually able to fight. Even people like Thanos, Ego, Thor or Hela (MCU) would be defeated in a matter of seconds. This would place Adam as one of the most powerful characters ever to appear in fiction.

The difference between Adam in the various fanfictions and Adam in the canon is precisely that in fanfictions usually he is able to use such power properly, due to good backstories that forced him to accept that he is not invincible. Adam in canon instead never had the reason to train to control his power because once became an angel he was already much stronger than any opponents he faced and he never really had to fight.

This is basically the key difference between the two Adams: the fanfictions' one is warrior, the canon's one is just a big bully. Which is truly sad considering how much potential Adam had according to science itself.

[gale-gentlepenguin]

You know, if Dragonball Z actually kept power levels and kept it consistent with what they were supposed to be within the series.

It’s kind of terrifying how powerful Z would have actually been. (And we think power scaling in super is ridiculous)

[novaxrl8]

If superman was in the dbz universe

[catcake24]

Okay so I’m only kind of into Rottmnt and tmnt 2012, but I came across some old discourse and so I wanted to share my opinion no one asked for lol

Basically a lot of fans argue that the Rise turtles would be more powerful or better fighters then the other continuities, because they were created to be great warriors and were able to become heroes even without a lot of training, with the addition of their ninpo which allows them to basically have magic. However, I disagree. (Explanation under the cut)

In martial arts movies and anime, one thing that is repeated a lot is that martial arts technique, skill, and training, always overcomes raw power. Dragon Ball Z shows this brilliantly in its early arcs - Goku fought warriors from other planets who had superior power used power levels as a way of determining strength, but beat their asses because he was a better fighter in martial arts technique and trained more. He wasn’t more powerful, but instead put in the work to be a better fighter.

So the way I see it, turtles like the TMNT 2012 (or almost any other continuity really) would be overall better fighters than the ROTTMNT turtles. It wouldn’t be EASY, and they definitely wouldn’t win the first time they fight since they don’t know what they’re going up against, but they trump the ROTTMNT turtles with sheer experience, skill, and training. It’s shown in the 2012 show that they put effort every day into their skills by training against one another and learning new skills, and it takes April a long time before she even starts approaching the turtles in skill, and they have fought (and beaten) magical/more powerful opponents before.

Meanwhile the Rottmnt turtles have much more situational skill, and their ninpo helps a lot, but are shown that their training is much less rigorous and that they often win because of their enemies having a weakness or some other outside advantage rather than overcoming them on their own. It’s why the finale hits so hard, they are out of other options and need to tap into their own inner power to win. I’m not saying wither show is better or worse for this, just how I see it and how writing conventions of both shows would play into this.

The Rottmnt turtles would go into this overconfident and loose, to comedic effect, while the 2012 turtles tend to be under confident and win by using their skills and teamwork.

Also the whole ROTTMNT vs TMNT 2012 “rivalry” is dumb and I hate it (and was why I left the fandom, it just became too common to see in fanfic and got really toxic). Just let them be friends after beating eachother up like every other action show crossover.

[blessed-curse]

Superhuman Ranks & Categories + Info.

Superhuman Rankings & Categories:

In this world, superhumans—whether Descendants or Empowered—are classified based on two factors:

• Category – What kind of abilities they possess.

• Rank – How dangerous they are to humanity as a whole.

Both Governments and Secret Organizations use these classifications to monitor, control, and assess the risks posed by superhumans.

Superhuman Categories:

Superhuman abilities are divided into four main categories, determined by the nature of their powers.

1. Attribute Category (Enhanced Humans)

Superhumans in this category have heightened physical or sensory abilities but lack supernatural powers. They are essentially humans pushed beyond natural limits.

🔹 Examples:

• Super Strength – Can lift several tons effortlessly.

• Super Speed – Can outrun vehicles or react faster than bullets.

• Enhanced Durability – Can withstand gunfire, explosions, or extreme conditions.

• Advanced Perception – Superhuman hearing, sight, smell, or touch beyond natural limits.

• Regeneration – Can heal wounds, regrow limbs, or even survive fatal injuries (to an extent).

🔸 Limitations:

• Still bound by physical laws (e.g., someone fast enough to run at Mach 2 would still be burned by friction unless they have resistance).

• Lacks reality-altering or elemental powers.

2. Beastman Category (Hybrid Beasts)

This category includes individuals who possess the traits, attributes, or appearances of animals or mythical beasts. They often display feral instincts and heightened predatory senses.

🔹 Examples:

• Lycanthropy – Wolf-like traits such as enhanced agility, claws, fangs, and heightened senses.

• Shark Hybrid – Gills, enhanced swimming speed, water-breathing, razor-sharp teeth.

• Chimera-Type Hybrids – A mix of multiple animals, gaining the abilities of each.

• Dragon Physiology (Partial) – Tough scaled skin, fire-resistant body, enhanced lung capacity.

🔸 Limitations:

• Many Beastmen have instinctual drawbacks (e.g., aggression, territorial behavior, or seasonal weaknesses).

• Some mutations cause deformities or make it harder to blend into society.

3. Elemental Category (Masters of Nature)

These superhumans can generate, manipulate, or become one with elements. Some even possess elemental bodies.

🔹 Examples:

• Pyrokinesis – Create, control, and withstand fire and heat.

• Cryokinesis – Generate and manipulate ice and sub-zero temperatures.

• Electromagnetism – Can produce electricity, magnetize objects, or create ionized plasma fields.

• Hydrokinesis – Control water, create tsunamis, or extract moisture from the air.

• Aerokinesis – Manipulate wind currents, create tornadoes, or even remove oxygen from the air.

• Earth Manipulation – Control rock, metal, and minerals at will.

🔸 Limitations:

• Elemental superhumans often require a source (e.g., fire users need fuel(food or existing flames), water manipulators need moisture).

• Energy consumption varies—stronger abilities require more stamina and control.

4. Deviant Category (Unclassified Abilities)

The rarest and most unpredictable category. Powers in this category defy standard logic, making them the most difficult to control and classify.

🔹 Examples:

• Reality Warping – Can bend the laws of physics or alter existence itself.

• Time Manipulation – Can slow, stop, or even reverse time in small areas.

• Spatial Distortion – Teleportation, pocket dimensions, warping space.

• Soul Manipulation – Can steal, consume, or bind souls.

• Shapeshifting – Can fully transform into creatures, objects, or even other people.

• Immortality – Some Deviants are immune to aging or physical harm.

🔸 Limitations:

• Many Deviant abilities require conditions or sacrifices (e.g., teleportation may require a marked location).

• Some powers are incomplete or unstable, leading to unexpected effects.

Superhuman Ranks:

A superhuman’s Rank is determined by:

• Their power level.

• The scale of destruction they could cause.

• Their potential threat to humanity.

🔻 Rank 1: C (Menace-Class)

Threat Level:Low – Can endanger a small group of civilians (3-15 people).

🟢 Examples:

• A superhuman boxer with enhanced punching power.

• A fast runner capable of keeping up with a car.

• A low-tier Elemental who can spark a flame but not control fire.

🔸 Danger Level:

• Not a major threat. Police and security forces can handle them.

🔺 Rank 2: B (Hazard-Class)

Threat Level:Moderate – Can destroy a village or small town.

🟠 Examples:

• A Beastman with the strength of a bear or a lion's hunting instincts.

• An Elemental who can create a minor earthquake or summon lightning in a small area.

• A Deviant with low-tier teleportation.

🔸 Danger Level:

• Requires tactical intervention from special forces or other superhumans.

🔻 Rank 3: A (Disaster-Class)

Threat Level:High – Can wipe out an entire city or state.

🔴 Examples:

• A fire manipulator who can engulf an entire metropolis in flames.

• A Beastman hybrid with the destructive power of a T-Rex.

• A Deviant who can phase through objects or create temporary black holes.

🔸 Danger Level:

• Requires high-level intervention from military-grade superhumans.

🔺 Rank 4: S (Calamity-Class)

Threat Level:Severe – Can destroy a small country.

🟣 Examples:

• A storm manipulator capable of creating Category 5 hurricanes.

• A Beastman with the physical might of a kaiju-sized entity.

• A Deviant who can stop time for several minutes.

🔸 Danger Level:

• Requires entire organizations or elite superhuman teams to subdue.

🔻 Rank 5: SS (Catastrophe-Class)

Threat Level:Extreme – Can obliterate an entire continent.

⚫ Examples:

• A nuclear-tier elemental who can vaporize entire landmasses.

• A Deviant who can erase objects or beings from existence.

• A being with limited immortality and reality-bending powers.

🔸 Danger Level:

• Only other SS-ranked beings can challenge them.

🔺 Rank 6: SSS (Doomsday-Class)

Threat Level:Apocalyptic – Can annihilate all human life on Earth.

⚠️ Examples:

• A cosmic-level entity that can reshape reality.

• A Deviant capable of rewriting the laws of physics.

• A Beastman with the raw power of a god-like dragon.

🔸 Danger Level:

• Only other Doomsday-class beings or planetary weapons can stop them.

🔺 Rank 7: SSS+ (World Ender-Class)

Threat Level:Omnicidal – Can destroy entire planetary systems.

💀 Examples:

• A being capable of collapsing galaxies.

• A Deviant with true omnipotence and no physical limits.

• A fully awakened Descendant of a First-Generation God.

🔸 Danger Level:

• Considered unstoppable by mortal means.

Measuring Superhuman Power & The Core System

The process of ranking superhumans and determining their danger level is handled by G.R.O.W. using an advanced Energy Evaluation & Threat Assessment System (EETAS)—a government-designed device capable of scanning and analyzing a superhuman’s power output, potential, and combat capability.

The History of Power Measurement: The Evolution of the EETAS System

Before the EETAS, early methods of measuring superhuman strength were inaccurate and subjective, relying on combat performance, physical demonstrations, and limited biological studies. However, as superhuman abilities evolved, these traditional methods became unreliable, especially when it came to evaluating latent potential.

In 2090, after years of research into superhuman genetics, scientists discovered the existence of "Core Energy Reservoirs"—biological energy sources that fuel superhuman abilities. This discovery led to the creation of the first EETAS prototype, developed by Dr. Isamu Hoshino, a Japanese quantum biophysicist, and Dr. Eleanora Vespara, an Italian neuroscientist.

By 2097, EETAS became the global standard for power classification, used by governments, organizations like the NSO, and later G.R.O.W., to regulate and monitor superhuman activity.

The Core System: The Four Sources of Power

Every superhuman draws energy from three main cores, though there exists a fourth core that plays a critical but often overlooked role. The strength, stability, and synergy of these cores determine an individual’s power level and how effectively they can wield their abilities.

1. The Mind Core (C1) – The Psychic Nexus

• Location: Brain

• Energy Type:Psionic Energy

• Associated Abilities: Telekinesis, telepathy, mind control, precognition, illusion manipulation, mental resistance.

• Description: This core serves as the center for all mental and psychic abilities. It allows users to manipulate forces beyond the physical realm through sheer thought and willpower.

• Fluctuation: Highly volatile—stress, intelligence, and consciousness levels affect performance.

• Unique Trait: The Mind Core can expand beyond its natural limits, allowing users to access higher cognitive states.

2. The Heart Core (C2) – The Soul Engine

• Location: Heart

• Energy Type:Emotional / Spiritual Energy

• Associated Abilities: Healing, energy projection, spirit manipulation, emotion-based powers, divine abilities.

• Description: This core is fueled by deep emotions, passion, and the essence of the soul. It is commonly found in those who wield holy or demonic powers, emotion-based abilities, or even supernatural force control.

• Fluctuation: Stronger under extreme emotional states but can weaken if emotional stability is lost.

• Unique Trait: The Heart Core can connect with external forces (spiritual realms, divine entities, or even the emotions of others).

3. The Dantian Core (C3) – The Energy Reserve

• Location: Lower Abdomen (Dantian)

• Energy Type:Chi / Vital Energy

• Associated Abilities: Elemental manipulation, energy-based attacks, internal reinforcement, enhanced senses.

• Description: This core acts as the body’s energy reservoir, used primarily for fueling abilities that require energy projection, elemental control, or bodily enhancement.

• Fluctuation: Drains over time but can be replenished through meditation, rest, or energy absorption.

• Unique Trait: A highly developed Dantian Core allows a superhuman to store and generate immense energy, making their abilities more sustainable.

4. The Stamina Core (C4) – The Physical Catalyst(Often Overlooked)

• Location: No fixed location (dispersed throughout the body).

• Energy Type:Biological / Physical Power

• Associated Abilities: Super strength, speed, regeneration, endurance, combat proficiency.

• Description: Unlike the other cores, this core enhances raw physical abilities rather than fueling supernatural powers. It is critical for maintaining prolonged combat ability.

• Fluctuation: Depletes over time due to physical exertion, requiring rest, food, or healing to recover.

• Unique Trait: Those with a naturally high Stamina Core can surpass human limits, making them near-indestructible in battle.

Superhuman Ranking Process: How EETAS Determines Power Levels

When a superhuman is evaluated, G.R.O.W. employs a multi-step assessment that determines their rank and danger level:

Step 1: Core Analysis

• Using EETAS scanning technology, G.R.O.W. measures the superhuman’s Core Energy Signatures (CES) to determine:

• Which cores are active.

• The balance between them.

• Potential growth capabilities.

Superhumans with all four cores highly developed are extremely rare and usually fall within SSS-Class and above.

Step 2: Ability Classification

• G.R.O.W. assesses the nature of the superhuman’s ability, placing them into one of the four power categories:

• Attribute (Enhanced Physicality).

• Beastman (Hybrid Traits).

• Elemental (Natural & Energy Manipulation).

• Deviant (Unique & Unclassified Abilities).

Some individuals may fit into multiple categories, further increasing their classification level.

Step 3: Combat Simulation & Threat Evaluation

• The subject is put through a simulated combat scenario in a controlled environment.

• G.R.O.W. monitors:

• Power Output.

• Energy Consumption.

• Combat Efficiency.

• Potential Collateral Damage.

If a superhuman’s energy levels fluctuate dangerously or if their power shows potential for uncontrollable destruction, their danger ranking is increased.

Step 4: Final Threat Assessment & Rank Assignment

• After analysis, the superhuman is officially ranked, using the C to SSS+ ranking system:

• C-Rank: Local Threat (Menace-Class).

• B-Rank: City-Level Threat (Hazard-Class).

• A-Rank: Regional Threat (Disaster-Class).

• S-Rank: National Threat (Calamity-Class).

• SS-Rank: Continental Threat (Catastrophe-Class).

• SSS-Rank: Planetary Threat (Doomsday-Class).

• SSS+ Rank: Cosmic Threat (World Ender-Class).

Higher-ranked superhumans are monitored constantly by G.R.O.W. Any individual ranked S-Class or above is considered a potential global risk.

The Dark Truth Behind Power Evaluation:

While the EETAS system was designed for fair ranking, G.R.O.W. uses it as a tool for control.

• Superhumans ranked SSS-Class and above are automatically considered high-risk, even if they are not criminals.

• Empowered individuals are often assigned a higher threat level, since their powers are granted by The Contractor, an entity whose nature is still unknown.

• Some individuals have had their rankings artificially increased or decreased to suit governmental interests.

G.R.O.W. also has blacklisted superhumans, who are considered too dangerous to exist and are either hunted down or forcefully detained in The Chasm, the world’s most secure superhuman prison.

Final Notes on Power Evaluation:

The discovery of Cores changed how humanity viewed superhumans, but true power is not always measurable. Some individuals have hidden potential that no device can predict, making them wildcards—a status that G.R.O.W. fears the most.

In the end, a superhuman’s true limits are defined by their will, experience, and adaptability—not just their ranking on a government-issued scale.

[hoboblaidd]

Aside from Solas' drama queen battle dialogue (why would darkspawn have heard your legend my guy), I’m obsessed with his fighting animations. He’s so much more controlled than in Inquisition and obviously vastly more powerful. The only reason he didn’t wipe the entire horde out is a gameplay mechanic - if we don’t have combat, we’re just watching him decimate everything for five minutes. But he absolutely could have decimated everything (prior to the archdemon fight when he gets his ass kicked ten ways to Sunday).

I do miss when he’d pop a barrier on us at the start of every fight in Inquisition, but he’s moved on from support to DPS.

[supercomputer-lizard]

Custodies to Space Marine power level poll

Custodies are more powerful then Astartes, but how much more

[frozencrazyrhymes]

Legendary Godzilla vs Shin Godzilla: Epic Battle Face-Off | Power Levels...

[opbackgrounds]

So all the lowest level mooks were forbidden from fighting the Straw Hats, but, like, the Vice Admirals are also not getting involved. Technically I suppose they’re staying back so they can give orders, but how disheartening would it be to get your ass beat knowing your much stronger boss watched and did nothing to help.

I think it works pretty well on the power scaling level, too. The Straw Hats at this time aren’t strong enough to over power a handful of Vice Admirals, but are strong enough to match captains.

[confessnojutsu]

Boruto power levels are ridiculous soon even Hashirama will be considered as a fodder by Boruto standards

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[steamgearinc]

Power levels for Steamgear Inc., as of the end of chapter 2!

You can play with the tiermaker here!

[chococrepes-art]

Bfdi: an old theory I made years ago(lazy) + Two wasn't humble guys

So something you guys might not know about me is that I used to have a Wattpad account but forgot the password lol. Anyways back then when I had that account and I made a theory about how Two and Four are in a way equally powerful, I still think Four is truly more powerful, truthfully speaking, but I guess it depends on how you count "being powerful", I wrote this theory a while ago so it's written weird and I'm too lazy to re-write it so here's some screenshots:

Now I agree with lots of points I made back then, but there's also some points that are kinda weird, but again too lazy to actually re-write this one soooo

I do want to mention here, since I didn't mention it in the original theory back then because I didn't think anybody could misinterpret what Two said and the way Two said it so badly, but this is the internet so anything's possible unfortunately and this argument has been bugging me for a while now: is the idea that when Two said "I don't know where you got that idea" after being asked "Two, you're more powerful than Four right, can't you do something about this?" Two was being "humble" or was "lying", but that doesn't make any sense as Two is quite prideful in lots of episodes and I would say they're more often prideful than they are humble, if they've even been shown being humble at all. Now Two isn't prideful in a bad egotistical way, don't misunderstand me, they're prideful in a cute and endearing way, but still prideful nonetheless. But beyond the fact that Two is more of a prideful person rather than a humble person, even if you argue they were humble in that specific situation, it just doesn't make sense to be humble in that situation, like, at all, and who would Two even be humble to exactly? And why? Like, that's not how humbleness works, at all. And lying? Two is a pretty good person and I don't think they'd be lying for no reason as lying is best to be avoided when unneeded since people don't like liars and don't like to be lied to, and, again, Two wouldn't have a really good reason to be lying here either. But here's the real and obvious reason why I think it's pretty obvious Two wasn't being humble and didn't lie: the way they responded, they sounded genuinely confused as to why the contestants would think they're (Two) more powerful than Four. And Two didn't answer slow enough to be able to say that they were lying and thinking about what to say. You can hear the confusion in their voice, something someone that's being humble or is lying wouldn't have, but someone that, y'know, is genuinely confused would. Like I seriously think more people need to rewatch that scene because the line delivery combined with the line itself just shows us that Two wasn't kidding. Yeah, when you just read the line on paper I understand how people could think Two could have been humble or lying, but when you actually watch the scene and listen to the voice-lines and their delivery that assumption quickly falls apart because of the way that the line was delivered (and the context and scene in general, because we have ears to hear)

(Ok, if I have to be fair I can think of lots of reasons Two would have lied there, I can't stress this enough though Two was definitely not humble there, but the genuine confusion in their voice debunks any possible reason they could have lied anyways, because, well, it's obviously geniue not fake I've said it a thousand times already you can hear it in their voice)

Edit about how it doesn't make sense to be humble in that situation and why because I didn't explain that when I mentioned it:

To be able to be humble you need to be complimented by someone, not for that person to be saying what they think is a fact and be wrong about it. And Two wasn't complimented there, the question Two was asked was genuine and so was Two's answer, no matter if some people might consider Two to be stupid, they wouldn't be that stupid and situationally unaware to answer in such a wrong "I completely misunderstood the question/phrase" way as "being humble" in such a serious situation.

Idk this "argument" that Two was just lying or being humble always felt like coping or being disillusioned and it never sit right with me. Not only that, throughout the show it's implied that Two is less powerful than Four constantly and it's constantly shown that Four is more powerful and just not using their powers to their full extent (because while Four does like to harm others for fun, it's clear he doesn't want to genuinely actually do serious long-term damage), but it's also stated, and people are just? Gonna ignore that? It just doesn't seem right. I bet if in an episode, if both Two and Four admitted that Four is more powerful than Two both in the most honest, sincere way possible with the most serious and straight faces, there'd still be people saying "um actually, they could have been lying or humble or joking" like that's just peak copium, that's just peak denying reality. And I also hate that argument because you can say that paranoic stuff about anything that's ever been said in the show, and while sometimes it can be right, it's not always right, and it's definitely not right here, you can tell by the context and the tone and the implications, there's nothing to imply Two was being humble or lying, the thing that was implied was Two being honest in their response.

I'm sorry I'm just really passionate about this because it's just really nonsense and it's really bugging me.

[kikabea100]

To the people in the "unOrdinary" fandom: what's a good way to imagine the power level of your OC if they existed in that world?