It was once said "With great power comes great responsibility." It isn't the power of the individual that defines them, it's how they wield it. Anime is littered with immeasurably powerful characters who have used their power to walk different roads, some for better and others for worse.
There are those who let their power consume them and warp their view of the world. They develop a god complex and their choices are fueled by arrogance and superiority. And then there are some who remain humble, using their monstrous strength for the benefit of others whilst maintaining their connection to the rest of humanity. When forced into action, they prioritize the needs of others over their own.
10 Saitama's Overwhelming Strength Has Left Him Feeling Nothing (One-Punch Man)
Despite being the protagonist and titular character of One-Punch Man, Saitama's character has yet to be truly explored, that's assuming that there is something to explore. The overpowered hero appears to carry an emptiness; his lust for life has essentially vanished as his power has grown to immeasurable heights.
Despite the ability to beat anyone with one punch, Saitama doesn't go around boasting about how great he is. Truthfully, he doesn't go around doing much at all. His apathetic nature means Saitama is humble by default and maybe that's the reason monsters keep approaching him. He looks and acts ordinary, so his opponent underestimates him.
9 Goku Approaches Battle With Curiosity And Excitement (Dragon Ball)
Goku is fully aware of how strong he is, yet arguably his most impressive feat is keeping his ego in check. Conversely, his partner-in-crime Vegeta is fueled by arrogance and pride, ensuring everyone knows just how far he has come. Goku seems to be excited but respectful towards his opponents and approaches life with a childlike curiosity.
It's plausible that Goku has been humbled by his past defeats. After all, it hasn't been smooth sailing for the Saiyan Warrior, with losses to the likes of Beerus, Freiza and Cell. But for someone capable of destroying entire planets, Goku never looks down on those weaker than himself.
8 Naruto Is Your Archetypal Shonen Protagonist (Naruto)
Naruto is your archetypal shonen protagonist with a selfless, compassionate and humble nature, and his monstrous power is well known throughout the world of anime. During the infancy of his shinobi career, Naruto was completely incompetent and few expected him to reach such dizzying heights.
It was those early struggles, and also his marginalization by the Konoha community, that instilled his humbleness. Over time, Naruto experienced exponential growth and is now one of the two strongest ninja in existence. He saved the world on multiple occasions, yet never appears arrogant. As Hokage, Naruto shoulders the responsibility of protecting thousands of lives, and his lack of ego makes him effective at his job.
7 Julius Novachrono Detests The Clover Kingdom's Classist System (Black Clover)
Born into nobility and blessed with rare and powerful magic, Julius had every opportunity to indulge in arrogance. And this was increasingly true when he rose to the title of Wizard King and was acknowledged as the strongest Mage in the Kingdom. But the time-manipulating hero remained humble and hardworking, letting his accomplishments speak for themselves, and he carried with him an inclusive and progressive philosophy that championed tearing down class lines and living in harmony.
Julius has been influenced by commoners and foreigners, including Asta, Yami and Zara Ideale, partly explaining his compassionate views. He doesn't care about your title, only the content of your character.
6 Zeno's Humility Helps Him In His Career As An Assassin (Hunter X Hunter)
Zeno is an extraordinarily powerful Nen-user and world-renowned assassin. The Zoldyck name alone carries with it a sense of power and importance, and the family is littered with powerful and deadly individuals. But despite all of this, Zeno remains humble and careful, an attitude attributed to his line of work.
As an assassin, the Zoldycks only accept assignments they can absolutely pull off, and therefore have an accurate understanding of their own capabilities. It's because of this cautiousness that Zeno has had such a long and illustrious career in a dark and deadly world. Zeno never overestimates or underestimates; he has no need for arrogance.
5 Armin Doesn't Let His Titan Power Consume Him (Attack On Titan)
Early in the series, Armin was portrayed as a coward, afraid of the terrifying enemy that stood before him. Coward might be a bit strong, as most of humanity fear the Titans, but next to the fearless Mikasa and Eren, his vulnerability was particularly pronounced.
However, after inheriting the Colossal Titan, Armin has almost unrivalled power to compliment his ever-present genius. He becomes arguably the strongest character in the series but never lets it go to his head. He never tries to be the hero, instead sticking to plans and trusting his friends to do their part.
4 Hashirama's Strength And Selflessness Made Him A Fitting Hokage (Naruto)
Bestowed the title "God of Shinobi" because of his overwhelming strength, Hashirama never once chased after accolades or glory. Alongside his childhood friend Madara, Hashirama desired a peaceful world where the seemingly never-ending cycle of shinobi warfare was finally stopped.
And for a brief period, this was achieved, forming an alliance with the other villages with his power acting as a sort of deterrent. His sincerity and humility were always on full display and his brother would often find himself embarrassed by Hashirama's willingness to bow to his fellow Kage.
3 Von Hohenheim Uses His Alchemy For Good (Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood)
As the oldest and most powerful alchemist in the world, Von Hohenheim was fortunate not to develop a god complex and remained connected to humanity despite losing his own. Practically immortal, Von Hohenheim rejected any personal relationships, knowing that he would have to watch those he loved die.
He left his two sons, Alphonse and Edward, abandoning his family and leaving the boys to look after their sick mother. But despite no longer being mortal, Von Hohenheim used all of his power and knowledge to prevent Father's plan. He then got what he wished for, and died as a mortal, buried next to the woman he loved.
2 Mob Possesses Both Limitless Power And Compassion (Mob Psycho 100)
Shigeo Kageyama, or "Mob," is the protagonist of the popular anime Mob Psycho 100 who possesses outlandish psychic powers. He is arguably the strongest esper in the world, rivalled only by a select few. But his personality entirely contrasts his physical capabilities. Mob is a compassionate individual who rarely holds a grudge against his enemy.
Despite his power as an esper, Mob treats his abilities as a last resort and would rather talk to his enemy and work out a peaceful solution. In fact, he is a pacifist by nature. Unlike other espers in the series, Mob doesn't prescribe to the belief that having powers makes him superior.
1 Captain Levi Is Never Boastful About Being Humanity's Strongest Soldier (Attack On Titan)
Despite all of the complexities within the immensely popular anime Attack on Titan, there is one clear rule: Titans hunt humans, Levi hunts Titans. The Scout Captain is in a league of his own, capable of independently taking down Titan Shifters, as seen with his decimation of the Beast Titan and the Female Titan.
In a world where humans are devoured by the Titans, Levi sits atop the food chain. And although he is known for his blunt and sometimes confrontational nature, Levi never boasts about his strength, and his choice to act independently is rooted in his desire to preserve life. Levi is a compassionate and empathetic person who truly cares for his comrades, and he was deeply impacted by the deaths of Petra and Erwin.