They missed a lot of other characters, Katara and Toph from Avatar, Merida from Brave, Astrid from How to train your Dragon, Sam Manson from Danny Phantom, Isabella from Phineas and Ferb, Mandy from Billy and Mandy etc.
I'd argue a strong case for Helga Pataki from Hey Arnold! She never denied that she didn't have "traditionally feminine" interests; she didn't like makeup, or doing her hair, she played sports, and she rocked a unibrow. Along with all that she was also hopelessly in love with Arnold, she was one of the most intelligent characters on the show, she wrote poetry, and pink was her signature color. In situations where being more 'lady-like' could potentially earn her Arnold's affection, or more acceptance from her peers, she would dip her toes in, but reverted back to being tough and bossy when she realized that just wasn't who she was. She was capable of being both emotionally vulnerable, and a fierce leader. This makes her a great three-dimensional character, and most certainly an empowering female animated character.
I totally agree! Although I got something completely different out of her character. See, I was used to seeing characters my age have crushes, but it was never taken very seriously, and it was usually played cute. I, on the other hand, had all these intense, awkward feelings about shipping. The internet wasn't widespread back then, and I didn't think anyone would get it, so I told no one. See where I'm going with this? Yeah. Seeing Helga's obsession with Arnold played as both awkward and embarrassing, yet at the same time, meaningful, sympathetic, and beautiful, that was a revelation for me. Honestly, it's stuck with me into adulthood, because I'm really still the same person at heart. Actually, when I rewatched the series recently, I identified with Helga even more than I did when I was a kid. She's got this strong sense of self that it took me longer to develop, and seeing her meaner and more jealous side... Yeah, who can't relate to that?
If you like strong female characters show then 'claymore' is an animated show which have many strong females in it. Story is thrilling, intense and horrifying. (Well I did not watch it because of male/female topic though.)
I agree she was an awesome character so much depth some ppl think she was mean but it was a cover cause she knew she was to bring doom but hated it I love she still inspires and accomplishs being a hero :) and by the way she was always meant for beast boy and I hate robbin and terra lol srry for the other fans but bb and rae all the way 😂 lol
So glad to see Mulan at number 1. Like I said before she is my favorite Disney princess and she is just a brave, strong badass. Also love the Powerpuff Girls, I feel Daria should of been on the list instead of just an HM. She was empowering with her funny and blunt realism.
Princess Kidagakash from Disney's Atlantis: The Lost Empire, and Nani from Lilo & Stitch should get an honorable mention or two. While neither is a main character, they are both good role models for grown women. A little surprised they didn't include Wonder Woman, either, who started off as a comic book character, and has had animated versions.
Personally I liked that Katara was smart and a good fighter, but still feminine. She also had a lot of strength of character, which is better than just being superficially tough.
If you like strong female characters show then 'claymore' is an animated show which have many strong females in it. Story is thrilling, intense and horrifying. (Well I did not watch it because of male/female topic though.)
Since you include Disney characters (as Mulan was #1, and she truly deserved it) Princess Tiara and Princess Merida certainly belong here!!! Also, Kim Possible should have been much higher!
Korra, Kim Possible, and Mulan? No brainers! Anybody who didn't expect these ladies to be on the list must be going to Burger King for Chinese food. Also, after seeing Zootopia, I was really hoping Judy would be on this list.
+I. Th. Really? Did nickelodeon ever confirm that cause I had NO idea and when I saw it the first time I saw their interactions as nothing but just friendly
Toph was hands down the best earthbender before even inventing metal bending, should started a school to teach metal bending, became an executive of a company at the age of 15, help build an entire country and a capital city and started a police force. And she didn’t even get an honorable mention. Personally I think Korra only got the spot for being the avatar, and and that case it could’ve went to Kyoshi.
That is a very nice list! The only thing i would have changed though, is that Princess Allura of Voltron deserves to have a place in the list, at least in the honorable mention. She is a very strong woman, and she's not guided by love or curiosity, but by the sense of duty and would sacrifice herself to free the universe. Despite that, it was a very good video, i love it👍🏻❤️
Merida = Brave = HTTYD rip off. Astrid = abusive bully to lead hero who becomes girlfriend after learning that he isn't totally lame. There, I eliminated two of them.
Both television and film? Not including Mulan, all these characters are from television! There are plenty of strong female animated characters in film. Judy Hopps, Princess Fiona, Ginormica, Disney princesses from as early as the 1990s, Joy from Inside Out... plenty of them.
I agree with most of it but Kida and Marinette were missing. (Atlantis and Miraculous ladybug) And I need to see an empowering woman's anime list. That would be so good.
Eibhlin Maire Devil's advocate here but Toph didn't have that huge of a development in comparison to Korra or even Katara. She was just a lovable badass.
Pretty satisfying list especially the top 5, just a few thoughts though. Kim Possible should have at least been in the top 3, move Lisa Simpson to number 6, move Leela to number 3, Korra to number 4 and add in Astrid from How to Train Your Dragon somewhere on the list. Keep up the good work :).
I watched this video just to see if Korra was listed. I was pleasantly surprised to see that Korra only lost to Mulan - which I respectfully agree should be #1. Nice list! :)
Toph ruled.....and I believe she deserves more credit. I also believe that Carmen Sandiego should recieve more credit too. She was a badass woman that didn't need a man for anything.
I think Elisa Maza from the Gargoyles tv series was an excellent choice not on this list. Not only was she a police detective in the mid 90's, but she was also mixed race, and back then you didn't see that very often.
Katara should have been there instead of or next to Korra or at least mentioned rather than Toph. She accomplished quite a lot as a kid, and if you look at her life once Korra comes along, she's one of the most powerful women in the series.
I think Katara was a much more empowering female character than Korra. She was not only the empowering female badass, she was also empowering as a mother figure embodying classic feminine empowerment as well. A perfect blend for ANY female watching the show. She stood up to sexism and defied odds to be a water bender, she constantly stood against barriers for justice, and it was so inspiring to watch her entire character develop with the death of her mother. She was fair, resourceful, clever, and a natural leader. Korra is a great character as well, but I'm tired of empowering women ONLY depicted as tough bad-asses. Katara was the whole fucking package for women.
Wow! I did not expect Mulan as number 1. I mean, yes, we can probably say she is the most "realistic" empowering woman in the list since all she achieved can actually be achieved in the real world and it would be a huge deal. Smooth move MsMojo... pretty smooth :)
I'm kinda sad Astrid from how to train your dragon didn't make it, she's a really strong independent female character :\ (but I am VERY pleasantly surprised that Mulan was #1!)
I LOVED THIS ONE but I thought that Lana should have replaced Leela and that Toph should have been on there somewhere. I was so happy to see Korra there, though! A lot of my friends make fun of me for watching Legend of Korra and Avatar: The Last Airbender, but hey, they're great shows and I love them so I'm glad to see them get some deserved recognition WOOP WOOP WOOP
it felt so good to see some old lovable characters here. like the powerpuff girls and kim possible and spinelli of course Mulan n even leela it put such a huge smile on my face. like omg I grew up with those girls lol
I'm surprised Gadget Hackwreck from Chip n Dale's Rescue Ranger didn't get an honourable mention at least. I mean, not only is she very intelligent, she remains positive even if her inventions doesn't work as she intends. Also, rarely if ever does she even need to be rescued. Hell, in at least one episode she's the one who comes to the rescue when the rest of the team was in trouble.
Marinette is super cute and a great female character, but she hasn't faced challenges like Leela or Mulan or Kim Possible. In the end, she also still acts a little like a stereotypical girl character because of her crush on Adrien. She can also be selfish at times and rather girly and doesn't do a lot of direct fighting, and there's nothing wrong with that. It just makes her not quite as empowering as these girls.
I really think Kim should have been higher in the list than she was. Kim is the perfect balance of the typical "being a girl" strong woman and breaking down gender stereotypes in a way that many other strong females on here don't. Kim acts as she normally would and in a similar fashion to just being a normal teenaged girl but with badass talents that she developed through things she did. In short she doesn't ignore things that are traditionally girly but doesn't rely on them to drive her character and she doesn't also rely on the idea that she acts way more traditionally masculine to be a strong woman like many strong women do in cartoons. Kinda like Spineli, she's a great character, and obviously a kid, but idk if i'd call her a good female role model for the reason that she's incredibly immature due to her age, and seems at times to fight things that are girly simply because they are girly. There's nothing wrong with that, but I don't know that that idea exactly makes her a good female role model due to the fact that she acts as we'd typically stereotype boys to be only she's a girl. Personally i think a good female role model and a strong female character means that they don't view themselves or act in accordance with what a typical girl is, but they don't necessarily refuse those things either. Kim is a wonderful example of that, along with the trio from Totally Spies and the Power Puff Girls. They each retain their traditionally girlish qualities and either use them to their advantage in creative ways. In fact the only part they truely do away with is the part that does not define them being that a woman can't be strong/a hero/self confident without the help of a man. Kim goes even further past that as she has the help of Ron who brings in a significant male audience and makes the mixture of the two relateable to everyone. In fact i think Ron is really the one that more people relate to in that he wants to be strong and awesome like Kim, but normally falls short of his own expectations. Kim helps him realize that he can be just as badass as her even if he isn't the same as her. All that being said though, I really think Mulan is a fantastic #1 choice here due to her intentions to protect her father and exemplify perfectly the struggle that many girls, and lets face it, people in general, face when seeking to express themselves fully and unadulterated. Mulan teaches us that though it may be hard at first, being true to yourself will ultimately bring you happiness in the end.
If I were going to pick a lady from the Avatar franchise, it would've been Katara. I thought Korra was mildly annoying & was "strong" cos she was "aggressive", but really I didn't think she was anything special. Katara was just as determined but was less immature and angst-driven, and more well-rounded as a person. I think she had more inner strength than Korra did.
My favorite Empowering Female Characters are Blossom, Bubbles and Buttercup(PPG), Kim Possible, Lisa Simpson(The Simpsons), Pepper Ann, Charlotte Pickles(Rugrats) and Fa Mulan(Mulan)
Personally, I'd like a Total Drama girl on here, although not all of them are strong in the traditional sense. But come on, check out Heather's stubbornness, intelligence and refusal to give up. This was what made her such a successful and popular character. She's able to be pretty, feminine, mean and manipulative - a total alpha bitch - and yet she embodies most of the traits that make a strong female character empowering. Here's a few reasons: She's one of the few characters who doesn't want a relationship. Even when one is written in for her, she fights against it until the very last moment, even using a kiss to get ahead. She's not afraid to do anything and everything to reach her goal. Apart from losing her hair, but if I had Heather's hair, I would want to keep it. She is totally unapologetic about her attitude. Heather doesn't think she's a good person, and she doesn't care. Everyone hates her, and she just shoots her famous death glare at them and carries on her own way. She knows how to use her traits to her advantage. Heather isn't thoughtlessly cruel. She's stubborn, so she hangs on until all is lost. She's mean, so she uses it to take charge. She's pretty, so she'll flirt if it helps her get what she wants. That kind of thing. Admittedly, her status as a main villain is probably what holds her back from getting anywhere on this list.
Lisa Simpson, Spinelli, Toph and Mulan are my favorite empowering females because they're smart, tough, never afraid to speak their mind, take a stand and risk everything, think before they act and taught me that everyone can make a difference.
I just got want to clear up a common mistake-Leela is not a cyclops. Cyclops means "round eye" not "one eye," and Leela has an eye that is closer to an almond shape.
Heh expected Korra in there. I always thought TLoK was unpopular, but it seems like more people recognize it these days. Unless I'm wrong please correct me
They missed a lot of other characters, Katara and Toph from Avatar, Merida from Brave, Astrid from How to train your Dragon, Sam Manson from Danny Phantom, Isabella from Phineas and Ferb, Mandy from Billy and Mandy etc.
Personally I would put Sam Manson on top cuz she's my idol, but that's just me... Danny Phantom is my fav show after all!
For me they missed Ladybug from Miraculous.
they missed daria
Not Katara
Star Angel lucy from peanuts
MULAN WAS PLEASANTLY UNEXPECTED
my favorite Princess
this comment described my feelings so accurately
Ahaha... I like the fact that you typed this comment as if you were pissed off...
um i have some bad news in history she was not treated as a hero she was sold as a sex slave sadly
No she wasn't. She killed herself before she could become a slave.
I'd argue a strong case for Helga Pataki from Hey Arnold! She never denied that she didn't have "traditionally feminine" interests; she didn't like makeup, or doing her hair, she played sports, and she rocked a unibrow. Along with all that she was also hopelessly in love with Arnold, she was one of the most intelligent characters on the show, she wrote poetry, and pink was her signature color. In situations where being more 'lady-like' could potentially earn her Arnold's affection, or more acceptance from her peers, she would dip her toes in, but reverted back to being tough and bossy when she realized that just wasn't who she was. She was capable of being both emotionally vulnerable, and a fierce leader. This makes her a great three-dimensional character, and most certainly an empowering female animated character.
+MagzWLGB Helga was such a well written character the best character on a show with wonderful lovable characters
I totally agree! Although I got something completely different out of her character. See, I was used to seeing characters my age have crushes, but it was never taken very seriously, and it was usually played cute. I, on the other hand, had all these intense, awkward feelings about shipping. The internet wasn't widespread back then, and I didn't think anyone would get it, so I told no one. See where I'm going with this? Yeah. Seeing Helga's obsession with Arnold played as both awkward and embarrassing, yet at the same time, meaningful, sympathetic, and beautiful, that was a revelation for me. Honestly, it's stuck with me into adulthood, because I'm really still the same person at heart. Actually, when I rewatched the series recently, I identified with Helga even more than I did when I was a kid. She's got this strong sense of self that it took me longer to develop, and seeing her meaner and more jealous side... Yeah, who can't relate to that?
Yeah really lovely but there's one catch... EVEN THE GIRLS ARE SCARED OF HER!
What about Raven from the original Teen Titans cartoon? I think she deserves some credit.
Except she's a bitch
If you like strong female characters show then 'claymore' is an animated show which have many strong females in it. Story is thrilling, intense and horrifying. (Well I did not watch it because of male/female topic though.)
What about Blackfire?
Crack Films, More like just trying not to kill everyone with her powers which are affected by her emotions...
I agree she was an awesome character so much depth some ppl think she was mean but it was a cover cause she knew she was to bring doom but hated it I love she still inspires and accomplishs being a hero :) and by the way she was always meant for beast boy and I hate robbin and terra lol srry for the other fans but bb and rae all the way 😂 lol
Mulan is pretty much the only princess who actually made an effort in a movie named after them by saving China.
I agree. That's coming from a Chinese teen.
So glad to see Mulan at number 1. Like I said before she is my favorite Disney princess and she is just a brave, strong badass. Also love the Powerpuff Girls, I feel Daria should of been on the list instead of just an HM. She was empowering with her funny and blunt realism.
Powerpuff girls is one of the best animated shows ever!! I'm also a fan of Mulan
I was thinking Princess Fiona from Shrek may have made the list.
I think Velma Dinkly from Scooby Doo was an empowering woman years before any of these.
Totally spies was missing!
They just started airing the show again this year on Universal Kids and I recorded that shit so fast my disk space could hardly keep up! XD
Kim Possible! I kinda feel like Shego should have an honorable mention.
Me2
Nani from Lilo and Stitch should've been on here
I love Garnet for finally explaining that love at first sight doesn't exist and it takes time and effort to grow.
Ashley Spinelli was my favorite character from Recess, and Kim Possible was my favorite show as a kid.
BUT BUT BUT
TOPH
As much as I love Korra
TOPH
Princess Kidagakash from Disney's Atlantis: The Lost Empire, and Nani from Lilo & Stitch should get an honorable mention or two. While neither is a main character, they are both good role models for grown women. A little surprised they didn't include Wonder Woman, either, who started off as a comic book character, and has had animated versions.
Korra is ok and all, but I would give that spot to Toph or Katara.
Yessss definitely Toph because she's blind but to her it's not a disability
Personally I liked that Katara was smart and a good fighter, but still feminine. She also had a lot of strength of character, which is better than just being superficially tough.
aerialpunk I agree exactly.
MyLittleGreenHairdedMermaid and AZULA
If you like strong female characters show then 'claymore' is an animated show which have many strong females in it. Story is thrilling, intense and horrifying. (Well I did not watch it because of male/female topic though.)
Since you include Disney characters (as Mulan was #1, and she truly deserved it) Princess Tiara and Princess Merida certainly belong here!!! Also, Kim Possible should have been much higher!
im glad to see lisa simpson on the list
esther hulst quite ironic since after all, she has a list of her own on Ms Mojo's top 10 Lisa Simpson moments
I kind of miss Wanda from fairly godparents
OMG me too!
Soraja Mavinga At least they have the (ORIGINAL) Powerpuff Girls on this list, am I right? Those three hold a special place in my heart.
Princess Fiona from Shrek and Gloria from Madagascar would've been good on this list
Marinette from Miraculous Ladybug should've been on the list.
+171QA I agree, but she's a relatively new one, so I get that she hasn't racked up the popularity yet, but give it time.
No thanks. Being completely Adrian obsessed isn't cool.
I'm a little bit surprised that Gwen Tennyson wasn't included, at least as an honourable mention. I remember her being a badass.
The power puff girls ,Leela ,Lisa ,Kim,Mulan and Daria are my favs
Korra, Kim Possible, and Mulan? No brainers! Anybody who didn't expect these ladies to be on the list must be going to Burger King for Chinese food.
Also, after seeing Zootopia, I was really hoping Judy would be on this list.
CK-was-HERE nah, too soon
Never too soon!
CK-was-HERE Also the Powerpuff Girls. I love those three so much!XD
...Sorry.
Korea stands for LGBT but so does Garnet and partially Bubblegum
Th. Noatak true
How does Korra represent the LGBT
+I. Th. But she's not lesbian
+I. Th. Wait when does she become bisexual?
+I. Th. Really? Did nickelodeon ever confirm that cause I had NO idea and when I saw it the first time I saw their interactions as nothing but just friendly
Toph was hands down the best earthbender before even inventing metal bending, should started a school to teach metal bending, became an executive of a company at the age of 15, help build an entire country and a capital city and started a police force. And she didn’t even get an honorable mention. Personally I think Korra only got the spot for being the avatar, and and that case it could’ve went to Kyoshi.
"If you can change a form why not change it on the place that count the most" :'D Leila is hilarious
Despite she’s coinced
And it’s Leela
I picked because thumbnail matched the title, and I agree with them all.
no Helga Pataki? Shes was such a badass and was the one helped Arnold save the neighborhood
She does have a bad reputation with every single one of the other characters
That is a very nice list! The only thing i would have changed though, is that Princess Allura of Voltron deserves to have a place in the list, at least in the honorable mention. She is a very strong woman, and she's not guided by love or curiosity, but by the sense of duty and would sacrifice herself to free the universe. Despite that, it was a very good video, i love it👍🏻❤️
MULAN IS MY FAVOURITE DISNEY MOVIE! THIS ME SO HAPPY!
Good list, but your missing Merida from Brave and Astrid from How to train your Dragon and Flame Princess from Adventure Time
+Hiya Kitty Some of us girls don't have taste in the women you mentioned.
Merida = Brave = HTTYD rip off.
Astrid = abusive bully to lead hero who becomes girlfriend after learning that he isn't totally lame. There, I eliminated two of them.
Both television and film? Not including Mulan, all these characters are from television! There are plenty of strong female animated characters in film. Judy Hopps, Princess Fiona, Ginormica, Disney princesses from as early as the 1990s, Joy from Inside Out... plenty of them.
I agree with most of it but Kida and Marinette were missing. (Atlantis and Miraculous ladybug)
And I need to see an empowering woman's anime list. That would be so good.
Marinette's my favorite character
I honestly think toph is stronger and just a better character than Kora. But that's just my opinion.
Eibhlin Maire Devil's advocate here but Toph didn't have that huge of a development in comparison to Korra or even Katara. She was just a lovable badass.
I mostly agree with these choices, but what about Wendy Corduroy from Gravity Falls?
Pretty satisfying list especially the top 5, just a few thoughts though. Kim Possible should have at least been in the top 3, move Lisa Simpson to number 6, move Leela to number 3, Korra to number 4 and add in Astrid from How to Train Your Dragon somewhere on the list. Keep up the good work :).
Storm? Jean Grey? Rogue?
I'm surprised Wendy Corduroy wasn't in here
I watched this video just to see if Korra was listed. I was pleasantly surprised to see that Korra only lost to Mulan - which I respectfully agree should be #1. Nice list! :)
What about Sandy Cheeks from Spongebob Squarepants?
Toph ruled.....and I believe she deserves more credit. I also believe that Carmen Sandiego should recieve more credit too. She was a badass woman that didn't need a man for anything.
i would've gave numbuh 5 and helga at least an honorable mention
yuuri k did you check WatchMojo.com's top 10 badass female cartoon character list?
I think Elisa Maza from the Gargoyles tv series was an excellent choice not on this list. Not only was she a police detective in the mid 90's, but she was also mixed race, and back then you didn't see that very often.
Katara should have been there instead of or next to Korra or at least mentioned rather than Toph. She accomplished quite a lot as a kid, and if you look at her life once Korra comes along, she's one of the most powerful women in the series.
Ahsoka Tano - Star Wars, nough said
Don't forget about Hera from "Star Wars: Rebels".
Love Ahsoka!
Yes!!! and satine even she a pacifist. and totally spies
ikr
My love garnet.... thanks so much for the list best characters ever...
I'm glad Garnet made it onto the list, wish they were higher though - Mulan is a good top spot at least :)
I think Katara was a much more empowering female character than Korra. She was not only the empowering female badass, she was also empowering as a mother figure embodying classic feminine empowerment as well. A perfect blend for ANY female watching the show. She stood up to sexism and defied odds to be a water bender, she constantly stood against barriers for justice, and it was so inspiring to watch her entire character develop with the death of her mother. She was fair, resourceful, clever, and a natural leader. Korra is a great character as well, but I'm tired of empowering women ONLY depicted as tough bad-asses. Katara was the whole fucking package for women.
I think Valerie Gray from Danny Phantom would've been a good addition to this list.
Toph / Azula / Katara are more better than Korra.
Also, where's Helga Pataki from Hey Arnold? Or Lois Griffin from Family Guy?
margareth michelina Francine from American Dad, Donna from the Cleveland Show, and Hailey, Trixie, and Rose from American Dragon!
Wow! I did not expect Mulan as number 1. I mean, yes, we can probably say she is the most "realistic" empowering woman in the list since all she achieved can actually be achieved in the real world and it would be a huge deal. Smooth move MsMojo... pretty smooth :)
I'm kinda sad Astrid from how to train your dragon didn't make it, she's a really strong independent female character :\ (but I am VERY pleasantly surprised that Mulan was #1!)
Where are Clove, Alex and Sam from Totally Spies?
Sam and Alex, yes, but not Clover.
Why not Clover?
@lokijotunborn1920 Why not clover
@MsMojo
I would say that Turanga Leela is one of the most resilient beings in any given universe of the Futurama multiverse.
I'm really glad they put garnet on this list😊
I LOVED THIS ONE but I thought that Lana should have replaced Leela and that Toph should have been on there somewhere. I was so happy to see Korra there, though! A lot of my friends make fun of me for watching Legend of Korra and Avatar: The Last Airbender, but hey, they're great shows and I love them so I'm glad to see them get some deserved recognition WOOP WOOP WOOP
When I heard the name Garnet I screamed I was so happy you in this lovely gay character that Estelle plays !
it felt so good to see some old lovable characters here. like the powerpuff girls and kim possible and spinelli of course Mulan n even leela it put such a huge smile on my face. like omg I grew up with those girls lol
Garnet should be higher!!!!!
Yeah, Garnet is the BEST!!!!!!
Bellatrix Potter ABSO-FREAKING-LUTELY
I'm surprised Gadget Hackwreck from Chip n Dale's Rescue Ranger didn't get an honourable mention at least. I mean, not only is she very intelligent, she remains positive even if her inventions doesn't work as she intends. Also, rarely if ever does she even need to be rescued. Hell, in at least one episode she's the one who comes to the rescue when the rest of the team was in trouble.
no marinette(ladybug)?
thank you!
Marinette is super cute and a great female character, but she hasn't faced challenges like Leela or Mulan or Kim Possible. In the end, she also still acts a little like a stereotypical girl character because of her crush on Adrien. She can also be selfish at times and rather girly and doesn't do a lot of direct fighting, and there's nothing wrong with that. It just makes her not quite as empowering as these girls.
they should do top ten empowering Anime females
+savanna goodwin I hope they do!
+Sabrina
Mikasa, Saber, Holo, The Major, Risa Hawkeye, Erza, Celty, Koko, the mother from Wolf Children.
They already have!
MAKA ALBARN
Beth Anthony ...eh.
yay! Garnet is my favorite and she is cool :)
Where TF is Sam Manson or HELGA G PATAKI ?!??! you're gonna have to answer to ole Betsy and the 5 avengers!!!!
Numbuh 5 from Codename: Kids Next Door should have been on here.
I think Raven or Starfire from Teen Titans should've got honorable mention.
Of course #1 was Mulan, she inspires so many people, including myself, and I aspire to be a strong individual like her.
Wonderful list Ms. Mojo!!!!!
What happened to WONDER WOMAN?!?!?!?!
I know! As soon as the list started, I thought wonder woman from the justice league cartoon! But not even an honorable mention. Smh...
+Eibhlin Maire She probably wasn't included because her origin wasn't as an animated character. Her origin is in comic books.
The 80s kid in me loves you to death for having She-Ra on this list! She was my favorite cartoon growing up! lol I wanted to grow up and marry her.
love how our top 3 lgbt queens are on this list (garnet, bubblegum, and korra)
what about garnet showing that same gender relationships are OK? she does lot more than just being powerfull and giving good advice.
Ron : why does it have to end ?! That is what most people were saying when most of theses shows ended.
LEELA!!! I was really hoping she was on this!
I really think Kim should have been higher in the list than she was. Kim is the perfect balance of the typical "being a girl" strong woman and breaking down gender stereotypes in a way that many other strong females on here don't. Kim acts as she normally would and in a similar fashion to just being a normal teenaged girl but with badass talents that she developed through things she did. In short she doesn't ignore things that are traditionally girly but doesn't rely on them to drive her character and she doesn't also rely on the idea that she acts way more traditionally masculine to be a strong woman like many strong women do in cartoons. Kinda like Spineli, she's a great character, and obviously a kid, but idk if i'd call her a good female role model for the reason that she's incredibly immature due to her age, and seems at times to fight things that are girly simply because they are girly. There's nothing wrong with that, but I don't know that that idea exactly makes her a good female role model due to the fact that she acts as we'd typically stereotype boys to be only she's a girl. Personally i think a good female role model and a strong female character means that they don't view themselves or act in accordance with what a typical girl is, but they don't necessarily refuse those things either. Kim is a wonderful example of that, along with the trio from Totally Spies and the Power Puff Girls. They each retain their traditionally girlish qualities and either use them to their advantage in creative ways. In fact the only part they truely do away with is the part that does not define them being that a woman can't be strong/a hero/self confident without the help of a man. Kim goes even further past that as she has the help of Ron who brings in a significant male audience and makes the mixture of the two relateable to everyone. In fact i think Ron is really the one that more people relate to in that he wants to be strong and awesome like Kim, but normally falls short of his own expectations. Kim helps him realize that he can be just as badass as her even if he isn't the same as her. All that being said though, I really think Mulan is a fantastic #1 choice here due to her intentions to protect her father and exemplify perfectly the struggle that many girls, and lets face it, people in general, face when seeking to express themselves fully and unadulterated. Mulan teaches us that though it may be hard at first, being true to yourself will ultimately bring you happiness in the end.
Storm ,........., where is dat storm.,...... she don't need no guy.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WAIT DARIA WASN'T IN THIS WHAT IS THIS?!
What about Raven from Teen Titans?
For once, MsMojo, your number 1 couldn't be more perfect.
If I were going to pick a lady from the Avatar franchise, it would've been Katara. I thought Korra was mildly annoying & was "strong" cos she was "aggressive", but really I didn't think she was anything special. Katara was just as determined but was less immature and angst-driven, and more well-rounded as a person. I think she had more inner strength than Korra did.
I am glad to see mulan and Kim possible but where the hell are Ingrid Third from Fillmore and Star Fire from Teen Titans?😭
How is star fire suppose to be on this list?
How is Star Fire empowering at all? She's just dumb
No, she's ignorant of the culture of the people of Earth. How is that stupidity? Everything was new to her.
lol star fire? try raven
dani why don't you try Terra?
Awesome list! Great characters are great characters.
What about *SPOILER ALERT* Pidge Gunderson/Katie Holt from Voltron: Legendary Defender? SHE'S AWESOME!!!!!!!!!
I drew over 100 fan-fiction comics of The Powerpuff Girls as a kid, I loved them so much.
My favorite Empowering Female Characters are Blossom, Bubbles and Buttercup(PPG), Kim Possible, Lisa Simpson(The Simpsons), Pepper Ann, Charlotte Pickles(Rugrats) and Fa Mulan(Mulan)
anybody else extremely glad that they used the 1996 version of PPG?
Personally, I'd like a Total Drama girl on here, although not all of them are strong in the traditional sense. But come on, check out Heather's stubbornness, intelligence and refusal to give up. This was what made her such a successful and popular character. She's able to be pretty, feminine, mean and manipulative - a total alpha bitch - and yet she embodies most of the traits that make a strong female character empowering. Here's a few reasons:
She's one of the few characters who doesn't want a relationship. Even when one is written in for her, she fights against it until the very last moment, even using a kiss to get ahead.
She's not afraid to do anything and everything to reach her goal. Apart from losing her hair, but if I had Heather's hair, I would want to keep it.
She is totally unapologetic about her attitude. Heather doesn't think she's a good person, and she doesn't care. Everyone hates her, and she just shoots her famous death glare at them and carries on her own way.
She knows how to use her traits to her advantage. Heather isn't thoughtlessly cruel. She's stubborn, so she hangs on until all is lost. She's mean, so she uses it to take charge. She's pretty, so she'll flirt if it helps her get what she wants. That kind of thing.
Admittedly, her status as a main villain is probably what holds her back from getting anywhere on this list.
Don't forget about Louise in bobs burgers
I literally just clicked on this video because Lila was on the thumbnail
Excellent list. Love it. ❤️🙂✨
Lisa Simpson, Spinelli, Toph and Mulan are my favorite empowering females because they're smart, tough, never afraid to speak their mind, take a stand and risk everything, think before they act and taught me that everyone can make a difference.
Helga Pataki and Sam Manson!
I LOVE THIS LIST! i maybe would have added Wendy Testaburger, but thats it.
I WOULD HAVE DIED IF KORRA WASN'T ON THIS
then i relaxed
Jade from Jackie Chan Adventures?
WintersWren Totally!
No Merida from Brave?
I just got want to clear up a common mistake-Leela is not a cyclops. Cyclops means "round eye" not "one eye," and Leela has an eye that is closer to an almond shape.
My Top 5
1. Kim Possible
2. Mulan
3. Lisa Simpson
4. Princess Fiona
5. Daria
Heh expected Korra in there.
I always thought TLoK was unpopular, but it seems like more people recognize it these days.
Unless I'm wrong please correct me
What about Xena???
You're missing Cheetara from the Thundercats.