In a world where fire can ignite both power and destruction, select individuals gained extraordinary pyrokinetic abilities while society lives under the constant threat of spontaneous combustion. Fire Soldiers serve as humanity’s last defence, using their flames to fight these combusting humans known as Infernals and uncover the truth behind their origins. This list ranks the 10 strongest characters in the Fire Force, from strong captains to otherworldly beings who capture the fiery essence of Atsushi Ohkubo’s story.
Table of Contents
10. Joker
- Age: 28
- Affiliation: Former Holy Sol’s Shadow, currently independent
- Pillar Status: Self-appointed Guardian of the Fourth Pillar
- Generation: Unknown
- Signature Weapon: Card-shaped pyrokinesis projectiles
- Signature Ability: Manipulation of Infernal ashes and explosive fiery cards
Joker is a former pyrokinetic and self-proclaimed guardian of the Fourth Pillar. Abandoned as a child, he was raised in the assassination organisation Holy Sol’s Shadow under the codename Five-Two, where he was trained as an elite assassin and quickly rose through the ranks. His obsession with uncovering the world’s hidden truths began after experiencing an Adolla Link, which also cost him his left eye.
A master strategist and powerful hand-to-hand combatant, Joker prefers working from the shadows and fighting dirty. He believes truth is the only real justice and is willing to abandon society’s laws and morals to pursue it. He can dodge Shinra’s kicks, clash evenly with Leonard Burns, and match Shō Kusakabe in speed. As a prodigy of Holy Sol’s Shadow, his skill in knife combat and ability to overpower larger opponents make him one of the series’ most formidable characters.
9. Sho Kusakabe
- Age: 14
- Affiliation: Knights of the Ashen Flame
- Pillar Status: Third Pillar
- Generation: Fourth Generation Pyrokinetic
- Signature Weapon: Katana
- Signature Ability: Severed Universe (Time Stop)
Shinra’s younger brother, Sho Kusakabe, is one of the most tragic characters in Fire Force. He was abducted as an infant by the White-Clad after he awakened his Adolla Burst, becoming the Third Pillar. He was raised as a member of the White-Clad, never knowing his true family, which made him emotionally distant and cold. Sho became a Commander of the Knights of the Ashen Flame, a division of knights that worked under the White-Clad.
After Shō reunites with his brother Shinra, he slowly starts to regain his memories, which leads him to turn against the White-Clad and the Evangelist. His powers are some of the strongest in the series. With Severed Universe, he can absorb heat to stop time around him, freezing everything except himself. When combined with his sword skills, this makes him a powerful fighter, though using the ability also puts him at risk of freezing himself.
8. Haumea
- Age: 17
- Affiliation: White-Clad
- Pillar Status: Second Pillar
- Generation: Third Generation Pyrokinetic
- Signature Ability: Electric Shock Manipulation
- Special Traits: Possesses an Adolla Burst
Haumea is one of the most complex characters in Fire Force. She’s a third-generation pyrokinetic and a high-ranking member of the White-Clad. As one of the eight individuals chosen by fate, she possesses an Adolla Burst and is the Second Pillar. From birth, Haumea could hear the darkest thoughts of humanity. Although she tried to remain pure, the strain eventually shattered her mind, turning her sadistic and violent. Despite her cruelty, she shares a close bond with Charon.
Haumea is a dangerous fighter with an electric Ignition Ability that lets her control nerves, read minds, and manipulate others. She can also summon Doppelgänger Demons, though this puts great strain on her. After absorbing powers from fallen Pillars, she gained Iris Divine Protection, making her a near-godlike being. She is undoubtedly one of the most formidable characters in Fire Force.
7. Charon
- Age: 28
- Affiliation: Former White-Clad
- Pillar Status: Guardian of the Second Pillar
- Generation: Second Generation Pyrokinetic
- Signature Ability: Kinetic Energy Absorption and Thermal Explosion
Charon is a mysterious and powerful commander of the Destroyers within the White-Clad. He is often seen wearing a dark cloak that hides most of his face, which adds to his intimidating presence. Charon is known for his silent but ruthless leadership, commanding his forces with precision and unwavering loyalty to the Evangelist.
His signature ability is shadow manipulation, which he uses both offensively and defensively. This power allows him to attack from the shadows, defend himself, and move unseen. Charon’s skills in combat make him a deadly opponent, and he plays a key role in carrying out the Evangelist’s plans for the White-Clad.
6. Arthur Boyle
- Age: 17
- Affiliation: Special Fire Force Company 8
- Pillar Status: Guardian of the Fourth Pillar
- Generation: Third Generation
- Signature Weapon: Excalibur (Plasma Blade)
- Signature Ability: Third Generation Pyrokinesis (Plasma Flame Manipulation)
Arthur Boyle, the “Knight King” in his own mind, is one of the most eccentric and powerful characters in Fire Force. His knight fantasy is more than delusion; his belief in it directly fuels the strength of his plasma sword, Excalibur. Though often ridiculed for being clueless, Arthur’s instincts and combat skills are razor-sharp. He can cut through illusions and land precise attacks, often saving the day at just the right moment.
After intense training and repeated battles with Dragon, Arthur unlocks Violet Flash: Earth Divider, a slash powerful enough to split the world and help stop the Great Cataclysm. He even fights in space using the Star Ring. From delusional fool to a hero, Arthur proves himself to be one of the strongest characters by the end of the series.
5. Shinra Kusakabe
- Age: 17
- Affiliation: World Heroes Force (formerly Special Fire Force Company 8)
- Rank: Fire Soldier (Second Class, former Pillar, Supreme Commander)
- Generation: Third and Fourth Generation Pyrokinetic
- Signature Ability: Fourth Generation Pyrokinesis (Ignition Ability: Devil’s Footprints) and Third Generation Pyrokinesis (Flame Manipulation)
Shinra Kusakabe is a 17-year-old Third and Fourth Generation pyrokinetic affiliated with Special Fire Force Company 8. He also has an Adolla Burst, making him the Fourth Pillar. He has Joker as his self-appointed guardian and Arthur as his real guardian. What sets Shinra apart is his devil grin and his ability to ignite flames from his feet. His goal is to become a hero and uncover the truth about his family’s mysterious death.
Shinra has sharp teeth, crimson eyes, and wild black hair that gets even fiercer with his powers. As he evolves, he unlocks the divine form Shinrabanshō-man, gaining flaming tattoos, horns, and the ability to move faster than light. With Adolla Grace and Hysterical Strength, he can rewrite reality through speed, making him one of Fire Force’s strongest heroes.
4. Leonard Burns
- Age: 38
- Affiliation: Former Captain of Special Fire Force Company 1
- Pillar Status: Guardian of the Third Pillar
- Generation: Third Generation Pyrokinetic
- Signature Ability: Voltage Nova (Fire Incarnate)
Leonard Burns, former Captain of Special Fire Force Company 1, is a strong Third Generation pyrokinetic who once deeply believed in The Holy Sol Temple. But after meeting the Evangelist, his faith began to shake. Even with his beliefs, Burns follows his own sense of justice and is not someone to be underestimated.
After losing an eye in an Adolla incident, Burns gained spiritual awareness that made him a better fighter. His Ignition Ability, Voltage Nova, lets him burn flames inside his body to increase his strength, durability, and heat. As his power grows through different Stages, he can keep up with Shinra’s speed. Burns fights with great strength, skilled hand-to-hand combat, and a powerful flame aura that protects and attacks. Very few can challenge him, showing how strong he really is.
3. Dragon
- Age: Unknown
- Affiliation: White-Clad (Commander of the Destroyers)
- Generation: Third Generation Pyrokinetic
- Signature Ability: Draconic Pressure (overwhelming physical presence causing damage to enemies), Pyrokinesis (fire breathing), Infernalization (armoured dragon form)
Dragon is an immensely powerful Third Generation pyrokinetic and the feared Commander of the White-Clad’s Destroyers. Known for his immense physical strength, speed, and durability, he can survive even nuclear-level energy blasts and devastating plasma strikes without injury. His signature ability, Draconic Pressure, causes enemies to suffer damage simply by being near him, adding to his terrifying presence on the battlefield.
In addition to his physical prowess, Dragon can breathe destructive flames capable of incinerating even other pyrokinetics. He can also Infernalize his body, transforming into a dragon-like armoured form with wings and sharp claws that further amplify his strength and defence. Dragon’s combination of overwhelming power and near-invulnerability makes him one of the most dangerous figures in the Fire Force world.
2. Benimaru Shinmon
- Age: 22
- Affiliation: Special Fire Force Company 7, World Heroes Force
- Generation: Hybrid Second and Third Generation Pyrokinetic
- Signature Ability: Crimson Moon’s Sun Wheel (reality-warping flame strike), Pyrokinesis (absolute control over internal and external flames), Flame Mimicry (replicates enemy techniques instantly)
Benimaru Shinmon is recognised as the strongest Fire Soldier, a hybrid Second and Third Generation pyrokinetic with massive destructive power. As captain of Company 7 and later a World Heroes Force member, he effortlessly overwhelms the strongest opponents. His fighting style combines precise martial arts with powerful flame techniques, excelling at both close combat and ranged attacks.
Benimaru can manipulate all flame forms, copying enemy moves and overpowering even Pillar-level pyrokinetics. He is the only character to kill a planetary-scale doppelgänger in one strike. His Crimson Moon’s Sun Wheel technique pushed the boundaries of Adolla’s reality. Admired by allies and feared by foes, Benimaru’s presence alone can change the course of almost any battle.
1. The Evangelist
- Age: Unknown
- Affiliation: White-Clad (Leader)
- Generation: N/A (Source of Grace, Adolla Entity)
- Signature Ability: Adolla Grace (grants reality-breaking powers), Spatial Manipulation (can pass through dimensional rifts), Solar Pressure (blinds or harms anyone who sees her), Cosmic Form (appearance causes psychological and physical damage)
The Evangelist is the mysterious leader of the White-Clad, shrouded in celestial robes that conceal all but her glowing mouth and star-filled eye sockets. Her hood rises with horn-like protrusions, and a radiant halo floats behind her, evoking the image of a divine being. Those who look directly at her suffer intense pain or are blinded completely, as if staring into the sun. She speaks rarely, yet her presence alone is enough to inspire fear and awe.
She is a being beyond human limits, able to trigger earthquakes, cross-dimensional boundaries, and strip away sight with a glance. The Evangelist grants pyrokinetic abilities known as Grace through the Adolla Link, allowing followers to perform impossible feats. She orchestrated the rise of the Holy Sol Temple and continues to manipulate events toward a second Great Cataclysm. Silent and all-seeing, she remains the guiding hand behind the world’s destruction.
