Saint Seiya: Before Battling Pisces, No One Thought Leo Was Bottom Tier!
In the world of Saint Seiya, power dynamics among Gold Saints have always been a topic of intense debate. When Genbu defeated Tokusa, many fans immediately hailed Genbu as a top-tier Gold Saint, even surpassing Fudō. I’ve always disagreed with this assessment.
Now, with Leo being instantly defeated by Pisces, some are claiming Mycenae is among the weakest Gold Saints—an absolutely absurd conclusion.
The Myth of the Thousand-Day War
The concept of “thousand-day battles” between Gold Saints only applies when combatants are truly evenly matched. Throughout all series—SS, LC, ND, and Omega—clear tier differences exist among Gold Saints. Omega particularly highlights these power disparities.
Sonia’s circumstances make comparisons unfair, but excluding her, we’ve seen three Gold Saints completely overwhelmed by 7th Sense Bronze Saints: Gemini, Cancer, and Aquarius. Even Hakurei was defeated by a 6th Sense Meteor Fist, indicating significant power variations.
Analyzing the Power Discrepancy
Genbu’s victory over Tokusa, while impressive, required extreme effort—overloading his cosmos and prolonged combat. This suggests Genbu might be one tier above Tokusa at most, possibly just the stronger end of the same tier.
The Leo-Pisces confrontation tells a different story. An instant defeat indicates Pisces operates on a completely different level, with a power gap reminiscent of Gold versus Silver Saints.
Reevaluating Leo’s Capabilities
Before facing Pisces, nobody considered Leo bottom-tier; most would place him at medium level at minimum. Pisces’ immediate confidence in their superiority—despite never having met Leo—speaks volumes.
Pisces’ unique background as Medea’s brother and potential Martian suggests extraordinary capabilities. His confidence against other Gold Saints implies he might view most as significantly inferior.
The truth isn’t that Leo is weak—it’s that Pisces is exceptionally powerful. This perspective shift helps us understand the complex hierarchy among Gold Saints and appreciate Pisces’ remarkable strength within the zodiac.
The Pisces Advantage
Pisces zodiac signs are known for their intuitive understanding of cosmic energies and ability to tap into deeper dimensions of power. Their connection to the mystical aspects of the universe might explain their exceptional combat capabilities. Unlike other signs that rely on brute strength, Pisces warriors often employ strategic, almost psychic approaches to battle, making them unpredictable and formidable opponents.
This celestial advantage, combined with rigorous training and innate talent, creates Saints who can overcome seemingly superior opponents through unconventional means—a testament to the diverse strengths within the Gold Saint roster.
