Pinning down a single 'most powerful' feels pointless when so much depends on the story's internal logic. In a cultivation novel, 'powerful' might mean shattering continents, while in a political intrigue, it's about controlling an empire from the shadows.
That said, I keep circling back to characters like Orochimaru from 'Naruto'—if we're counting manga adaptations—not because he's the ultimate fighter, but his power is terrifyingly persistent. He achieves a twisted form of immortality through body-switching, his knowledge of forbidden jutsu is a power in itself, and he survives situations that should have killed him ten times over. His strength isn't a flat number; it's corrosive, adaptable, and always leaves a stain on the world, which to me is a more interesting kind of overpowered.
Even within 'Mr. 2', the archetype can be a strategic mastermind whose power is influence, not raw energy blasts.
Everyone's gonna shout out the usual suspects from xianxia or litRPG, but honestly? The most powerful 'Mr. 2' character I've encountered might be Prince Zuko after he joins Team Avatar. Hear me out.
It's not about firepower compared to, say, Aang. It's narrative power. His entire arc from villain to hero reshapes the story's moral center and the destiny of the world. He's the linchpin. A 'Mr. 2' whose growth and choices directly enable the lead's final victory in a way brute force never could. That kind of pivotal, transformative role feels more 'powerful' to me than any system cheat code.
Plus, his struggle is deeply human. His power isn't handed to him; it's earned through unbearable internal conflict, which makes his final standing alongside the Avatar feel monumental.
The power scaling gets so absurd it loses meaning. One novel's side character can erase universes, another's can barely lift a sword. Comparing them is a fool's errand.
I find more value in secondary characters whose power is specific and perfectly counter-balanced, creating tension. Think Snape's mastery of Occlumency and Potions in 'Harry Potter'—it's not all-powerful, but it's precisely what the plot needs at key moments, and it comes with devastating personal cost. That constrained, thematic power always hits harder for me than another bland description of someone's 'infinite cosmic energy.'
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Xiao Chen’s journey will continue. Will Xiao Chen become a being uncontrolled by anything? Or will Xiao Chen instead become a being controlled by the will of heaven, just like the others?
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Every story, every experience... Have you ever wanted to be the character in that story?
Cadell Marcus, with the system in hand, turns into the main character in each different story, tasting each different flavor.
This is a great story about the main character, no, still a super main character.
"System, suddenly I don't want to be the main character, can you send me back to Earth?"
You're definitely looking for 'One Piece' then. Mr. 2 Bon Kurei, or Bentham, is primarily from Eiichiro Oda's manga and its anime adaptation, not a standalone novel series.
While there are novelizations of certain arcs or light novels based on the series, they aren't the original source and he's not a major figure in prose fiction. In the story itself, he's introduced as an antagonist in the Alabasta Saga, working for Baroque Works.
His role shifts dramatically later on, becoming a beloved ally, which is a big part of why fans remember him. So if you're searching for books, you'd be looking for 'One Piece' manga volumes or possibly the light novel 'One Piece: Ace's Story', but he's not a focus there either.
The character's impact is really in the visual medium, with his flamboyant Okama Kenpo fighting style and the whole 'Okama Way' philosophy.
Mr. 2 Bon Clay is an absolutely vital character, which is wild considering he starts as a Baroque Works agent sent to kill the Straw Hats. He’s a cross-dressing okama with the Clone-Clone Fruit powers, able to copy anyone’s face with a touch. But his role completely flips. After Luffy defeats him in Alabasta, he saves the crew from Smoker out of respect, shouting that famous line about friendship blossoming. That’s not even his biggest moment.
His real plot importance is in Impel Down, where he becomes Luffy’s ultimate ally inside the prison. He sacrifices himself multiple times to help Luffy reach Ace, even staying behind to operate the gates knowing it’ll mean his capture. That final farewell on Level 5, with his ‘Swan’ pose, is one of the most emotional beats in the whole series for me. He transforms from a quirky villain into the living embodiment of ‘nakama’—someone who understands bonds deeper than just his original organization. Without him, Luffy’s rescue mission fails completely, which means the entire Summit War arc changes. He’s a plot linchpin disguised as a flamboyant dancer.
Oh, that's a fantastic question about one of the most underrated characters in 'One Piece'! Bon Clay, or Mr. 2, has this weirdly perfect power set for a series all about identity and found family. His main thing is the Clone-Clone Fruit, right? He can touch someone's face and then perfectly mimic their appearance and voice. It's not just a visual trick; he can copy their fighting style to a degree, which makes him an incredible infiltrator and spy. He's the reason the Straw Hats got into Alabasta's palace, and later, the reason they escaped from Impel Down.
But what really fascinates me is how Oda uses this power to subvert expectations. In a typical story, the shape-shifter is the ultimate traitor, but Bon Clay's heart is unshakably loyal. His ability to become anyone highlights his own unwavering identity as a friend. The power that could make him a master of deception instead becomes a tool for sacrifice and connection. His final act, staying behind to open the Gates of Justice, is him using the power of mimicry to become Luffy's savior, not his enemy. It's poetic, honestly.