Powerhouse Ranking: The 10 Mightiest Characters of Castlevania Nocturne

The release of Castlevania: Nocturne a few weeks ago has sparked ongoing discussions within the community, particularly regarding the impressive character development. With a diverse array of powerful characters in the series, we have compiled a ranking of the top 10 strongest characters in Nocturne based on their combat skills. The storyline revolves around Richter Belmont, a young and seemingly carefree boy who carries the weight of the Belmont family's legacy. However, there are many hidden aspects to Richter's character that have yet to be revealed, suggesting the possibility of a second season.

Besides Richter, there is a multitude of characters in Nocturne that deserve recognition, including both the supporting characters and the villains. Despite some characters being in the midst of their development, we have compiled an impartial list based on our observations of their distinctive capabilities showcased on our screens.

10. Julia Belmont

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Julia Belmont, a descendant of the illustrious Belmont family, possesses the exceptional combination of magical prowess and formidable combat skills. Regrettably, due to a lack of opportunities to fully gauge her true potential, she has been placed at the lowest rank. Nonetheless, it is important to acknowledge her fearsome reputation within the Castlevania universe, as she nearly vanquished the notorious vampire Olrox alongside Richter when confronted by the formidable adversary.

9. Juste Belmont

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Juste Belmont, Richter's grandfather, went into hiding after the tragic deaths of his wife and best friend. He spent years in isolation until one fateful day when he unexpectedly reunited with Richter at a bar. Displaying his formidable fighting skills, Juste effortlessly dispatched a group of vampires with Richter's leather whip.

During their encounter, Juste confided in Richter that he was once the most skilled magician in the entire Belmont family. Regrettably, he lost his magical abilities when he made the difficult decision to retire from vampire hunting after losing his loved ones. Despite this setback, Juste remains a formidable opponent, using his expertise with the whip to dispatch his enemies.

Castlevania: Nocturne does not divulge the true potential of the oldie, but we can expect to see his abilities add to Richter’s abilities in a potential second part.

8. Abbot

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Abbot lacks physical prowess but compensates with his mastery of black magic. He conjures nocturnal beings and distributes them among the vampire clan, ensuring their protection against any threats from revolutionaries. By harnessing the forces of darkness, Abbot safeguards the church and guarantees his own support against malevolence.

7. Maria Renard

His cunning and intricate persona enabled Messiah to rise to the pinnacle of power and attain her desires. Despite lacking prowess in combat, it is undeniable that she stands as one of the mightiest figures in the series due to the formidable black powers she possesses.

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Within the Nocturne universe, Maria holds a significant role as one of the primary protagonists. Being the offspring of Tera, she not only possesses magical powers but also demonstrates her ability to summon birds whenever adversaries emerge.

In the animated series Castlevania: Nocturne, Maria showcases her prowess by engaging in fierce combat against formidable vampires such as Drolta. While she is not yet prepared to face adversaries on her own, we eagerly anticipate her future return as a formidable warrior in the upcoming seasons.

6. Annette

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Annette, hailing all the way from the Caribbean, embarks on a journey to meet Richter. Her remarkable skills and capabilities shine through as she joins forces with Edouard to safeguard Richter and his adopted family from the nocturnal creatures. Moments later, Annette astounds everyone with her magical prowess as she utilizes sorcery to construct an entire bridge, outrunning the vampire menace. Additionally, her mastery of metal grants her the ability to fashion any weapon with effortless proficiency.

5. Richter Belmont

In addition to her remarkable swordsmanship skills, Annette is capable of combating multiple vampires simultaneously with two swords. Furthermore, she exhibits not only physical strength but also mental resilience. In response to Richter's plea to eliminate Edouard in order to liberate him from the life of a night creature, Annette wholeheartedly agrees, asserting that she is willing to do whatever is necessary for the sake of her friend.

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Ever wondered why Richter isn't hailed as the strongest character right off the bat? The reason behind this is that he requires time and rigorous training to claim the top spot. Despite wielding his whip against the vampires, Richter lacks the self-assurance in his own abilities.

4. Olrox

Richter, hailing from the Belmont family, had been endowed with extraordinary powers from a young age. However, the tragic loss of his mother resulted in the deprivation of his abilities. It was when he encountered Juste and was almost killed by Nikolai and his henchmen that his dormant powers were reawakened. Although he regained his abilities, it would require time for him to regain control over them.

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In the Netflix series, the emergence of Olrox marked the first appearance of a vampire. For years, he tormented Richter in his nightmares and claimed the life of Julia Belmont. While possessing the expected attributes of a vampire such as extraordinary speed, strength, and agility, Olrox distinguishes himself as a formidable adversary through his remarkable shapeshifting abilities. Not only can he assume the guise of inconspicuous objects, but he also possesses the ability to transform into a towering figure.

Olrox is a master manipulator with the ability to brainwash individuals in order to achieve his personal objectives. Following Graham's demise, he cunningly maneuvered his followers, exploiting them to satisfy his own selfish ambitions.

3. Drolta

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Drolta, the main antagonist's trusted ally in Messiah, is depicted as a sadistic vampire with a peculiar inclination for causing prolonged agony in her human victims rather than an instant demise.

2. Alucard

Despite sharing similar characteristics with the rest of the vampires, Drolta distinguishes herself through her unparalleled cunningness. Her loyalty towards Messiah's troop remains unwavering as she relentlessly pursues and captures teenage boys and girls on behalf of the queen.

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Alucard's unexpected appearance in Nocturne's universe surprised everyone, as his cameo caught everyone off guard. He played a pivotal role in assisting Trevor in defeating the formidable Dracula in the original Castlevania.

1. Messiah

In the final episode of Castlevania: Nocturne, Alucard's entrance is nothing short of jaw-dropping. He eliminates Drolta, who had sneakily ambushed Richter, assertively displaying his anti-vampire sentiments. With this bold move, it appears that Alucard will be a steadfast ally of Richter as they face off against Messiah. In addition to possessing extraordinary physical strength, Alucard possesses the ability to fly and manipulate his sword with his mind.

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In the series, Messiah emerges as the dominant figure, exerting control over every aspect from beginning to end. Under his influence, Abbot is compelled to give rise to a multitude of nocturnal beings. Furthermore, Messiah attains greater strength by consuming the blood of the Egyptian deity Sekhmet.

Before undergoing the vampiric transformation, Messiah's persona was indistinguishable from that of a serial killer in her human existence. She derived pleasure from inflicting torment on her victims prior to ending their lives. Now, as a vampire, overcoming her proves to be an exceptionally daunting task. As a result, the upcoming seasons will undoubtedly explore how the characters confront this formidable entity.

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