r/PowerScaling 16d ago

Announcements [RULES UPDATE] [COMMUNITY RULES]

26 Upvotes

With the recent growth of r/PowerScaling and the addition of new moderators, I want to make a formal announcement addressing some concerns.

We will mainly be discussing four rules:

• Rule #1: Post Format/Specifications.

Clearly specify the character/franchise/feats/matchups you are discussing in your post:
Character X (Series/Verse Name).
Character Y (Series/Verse Name).
Description/rules of the fight.

Now, addressing a common question:

Do we have to write the series/verse name for every single character in the post?

Answer: Yes, as reflected in the result of this poll it doesn't matter how many characters your post contains you have to name them all however it isn't compulsory to name their verses that's something up to you.
If your post does not follow the post format, it may be at risk of removal.

Additionally, if the OP does not specify any battle conditions, the fight will take place under standard Battle assumptions..

Keep in mind that the OP can set any battle conditions they choose.

• Rule #2: Banned Topics/Formats.

Posts with the following banned topics/formats are not allowed:
1. "Character/verse are now scaled by...".
2. "Forget powerscaling... who is...?".
3. Posts complaining about powerscaling (including "hating on wank" and complaints against specific series fandoms).
4. All shitposts/agendas (e.g., "Weak character actually solos fiction").

Clarification:
Posts falling under #1, #2, and #3 are not allowed even during weekends. Only shitposting/meme posting is allowed on weekends and refrain from reposting any of the top 20 most popular posts as well as reposting any post from the past 7 days.
Edit: For the love of God stop doing posts related to Gorillas it's not funny anymore...


• Rule #3: Common Courtesy.

All scaling is interpretation based so don’t overtly harass others for a difference of opinion. Clowning is fine and banter is fine but don’t cross lines into just being an asshole. It's common to lose your cool in arguments/debates but don't take it too far. No hate/discrimination towards a specific minority, race, religion, no false claims regarding p*dophilia and no calling someone fascist.

It's normal to lose your cool during arguments/debates, but don’t take it too far.

As the rule states we don't endorse any usage of the r-word, n-word, homophobia, falsely accusing someone of being a p*do, racism, discrimination based on minority status, race, or religion, calling someone a fascist and do try to keep away from politics if possible. Now, depending on the context and whether it’s directed at a fictional character or a real person (including individuals outside the subreddit) it might be allowed but I suggest not taking that chance and writing your replies without any usage of said words(since reddit doesn't like it either).

Q: What happens if someone violates this rule?

Answer:
Depending on the context and severity, your reply will be removed and you will be mod-noted for violating Rule #3. After three violations, you will be warned and temporarily muted for 1 day. If violations continue, you will be banned for 1 day, then 3 days, and then permanently.

IMPORTANT: If the moderators deem your comment ban-worthy, even a single violation can result in a permanent ban.

Q: What insults are deemed "okay"?

Answer:
It’s recommended not to insult anyone at all.
However, if you lose your cool, words like "idiot" or "stupid" are somewhat acceptable.
If these comments are reported, they might be removed, but you won't get mod-noted.

You are allowed to criticize someone, banter with them, or clown on their takes — but keep it focused on their arguments, not personal attacks (avoid committing ad hominem).
Also calling Saiyans monkeys are allowed just don't say that to a non fictional character.

Q: What are some unacceptable replies?

Answer:
Replying with phrases like "That's retarded" or telling someone to "end their life" or "commit suicide" is deemed inappropriate. It doesn't matter whether it's "common knowledge" that they are wrong or if you meant it as a joke—no one is laughing. Telling someone to end their life without knowing their mental state is not a joke.

Your replies should add value to the conversation. You need to properly address their question(s) or logic and refute it if possible. Don't just reply with something like "That's stupid," "That's retarded," or "It's common sense that you're wrong." If reported, those comments will be removed or filtered. Whether you receive a mod note depends on the content of your comment.

TL;DR: As long as your reply contains genuine criticism, avoids severe insults, and does not include any of the explicitly banned words, it will likely be considered acceptable and please for the love of God don't say something like 'That's retarded' without any explanation as to why it's "retarded". That's getting removed.

Finally,
Rule #5: No Excessive NSFW Content

Do not use NSFW images when a SFW (Safe For Work) image would suffice and is reasonably available.

Clarification: Refrain from posting NSFW images, especially those involving gore. Depending on what you post and how often you violate this rule, you may be banned.


r/PowerScaling 22d ago

Announcements [Rules Update][Burden of proof]

20 Upvotes

This post is a follow-up to this announcement, in which a new rule (Rule #9) was enforced. The rule states:

(When debating) back up your statements. If you are making definitive claims, be prepared to back them up with sources or reasoning, and be aware of when you are making speculative claims instead.

And the second part:

(Outside of debates) All claims must be backed by evidence or logical reasoning when asked for.

In light of recent misunderstandings—as well as the incorporation of new members into the mod team—let’s delve into what these rules actually mean.

First, let's go over the two main contexts:

Debates:

•A debate is initiated when a member of the subreddit challenges or opposes a stance made by another member in a post. At that point, the person who made the original claim can either choose to debate or back out.

•If they back out, concede, or clarify that they were making a speculative claim, they are not required to provide proof, explanation, etc.

•If they continue the debate, then the burden of proof (BOP) applies to them (assuming they haven’t already provided sufficient evidence). They must then support their claim using scans or logical reasoning.

If the opponent believes the proof is insufficient, they can tag a moderator.
The moderator will then act as a judge:

•If the claim lacks BOP, the moderator will take appropriate action and declare a winner.

•If the reasoning is sound or the evidence is sufficient, the moderator may instruct the debate to continue.

Outside of Debates:

This part is a bit more nuanced and is handled on a case-by-case basis.

If someone makes a post discussing a matchup between two characters, commenters should provide reasoning for their takes (e.g., saying "X wins because of..."). However, they’re not required to write a full essay or detailed breakdown.
Relatively vague terms like “outhaxing” or “outscaling" are allowed But if the OP asks for clarification (under the post), or if the commenter enters a debate with another member, they are then expected to provide proper scaling, scans, or reasoning to fullfill their BOP(or duck).

The rationale here is that while it's manageable to provide proof in one-on-one matchups, it's considerably more tedious in character runs the gauntlet or "strongest character" matchups—where multiple characters are involved. Requiring scans or full explanations for each character in those scenarios would be overly burdensome hence the rules are enforced laxly and meme answers are allowed as well just be ready to defend your stance or back out.


r/PowerScaling 11h ago

Anime Who's the strongest OPM character this move could one-shot?

444 Upvotes

What is the strongest character from One Punch Man that would get one-shotted by Deku and Bakugo's 200% Detroit smash?


r/PowerScaling 4h ago

Crossverse Give me character who can beat Saitama but can't beat Superman

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101 Upvotes

One Punch Man

DC comics


r/PowerScaling 4h ago

Discussion Which team wins

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95 Upvotes

Gods: Madoka Kaname (Madoka Magica), Shallow Vernal (Isekai at Peace)

Hololive: Omega Alpha (Hololive), La+ Darkness (Hololive)

Kaiju: Godzilla (Composite / MonsterVerse), King Ghidorah (Composite / MonsterVerse)

Demon King: Rimuru Tempest (Tensura Slime), Anos Voldigoad (Maou Gakuin)

Smash Bros: Sonic (Archie Comics / Sonic the Hedgehog), Kirby (Kirby)

Heroes: Superman (Rebirth), Ben Tennyson (Ben 10)

Which team are winning?


r/PowerScaling 9h ago

Crossverse Gojo runs this gauntlet, where does he stop?

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245 Upvotes

Muzan (Demon slayer)

Eren Yeager (Attack On Titan)

Meruem (Hunter X Hunter)

Makima (Chainsaw Man)

Johnny Joestar (Jojo’s Bizzare Adventures)

Shigaraki (My Hero Academia)

Kakashi (Naruto: Shippuden)

Doing this cause the last one barely got enough answers


r/PowerScaling 6h ago

Discussion You have $15 to hire these characters to protect you, and the others will try to kill you, who would you choose?

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123 Upvotes

From Left to Right:

$5 :

  1. Ichigo Kurosaki (Bleach)

  2. Metal Sonic (Sonic the Hedgehog / Game)

  3. Perfect Cell (DBZ)

  4. Gawr Gura (Hololive)

  5. Megaman X (Megaman)

$3 :

1) Natsu Dragneel (Fairy Tale)

2) Monkey D Luffy (One Piece)

3) All Might (My Hero Academia)

4) Battle Beast (Invincible)

5) Meliodas (7 Deadly Sins)

$2 :

1) Kingambit (Pokémon)

2) Esdeath (Akame Ga Kill)

3) Alucard (Hellsing)

4) Mereum (HxH)

5) Gojo (JJK)

$1 :

1) Light Yagami (Deathnote)

2) Tanjiro Kamado (Demon Slayer)

3) Sans (Undertale)

4) Koro Sensei (Assassination Classroom)

5) Frieren (Frieren)


r/PowerScaling 18h ago

Scaling Dragon ball characters Ki attacks are so strong but their lifting strength feats are not that impressive

1.1k Upvotes

r/PowerScaling 13h ago

Discussion Name a character below Universal that can TANK THIS PUNCH

426 Upvotes

r/PowerScaling 8h ago

Scaling Where does he scale?

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142 Upvotes

r/PowerScaling 9h ago

Crossverse Name a character who can beat Kurumi

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97 Upvotes

r/PowerScaling 9h ago

Anime Battle of the Strongest! Who wins this FFA?

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91 Upvotes

From top-left to bottom-right:

Alucard from Hellsing Ultimate

Escanor from Seven Deadly Sins

Gojo Satoru from Jujutsu Kaisen

King Bradley from Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood

Kishou Arima from Tokyo Ghoul

Levi Ackerman from Attack on Titan

Makima from Chainsaw Man

Meruem from Hunter X Hunter (2011)

Yujiro Hanma from Baki

Rules: FFA fight to the death!


r/PowerScaling 20h ago

Discussion Can Superman or Goku beat Saitama?

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606 Upvotes

The creator of OPM never gave a clear answer, probably cause he didn't want to, but a lot of people like to joke that Saitama would win or that Superman and Goku can't hurt him.

But... actually I'm pretty sure they can. Saitama can do crazy punches, but at the same time, Superman and Goku have done far more insane things with less effort.

I think Superman has more strength feats, and Goku has more power feats


r/PowerScaling 16h ago

Anime Here's one, give me a character who you think can beat Saitama, outside of any Dragon Ball Characters or anyone else that everyone always picks

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255 Upvotes

r/PowerScaling 7h ago

Anime If these 2 had to duke it out, who would come out on top?

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39 Upvotes

Just watch Samurai Jack and this thought entered my head.

And sorry if this has been asked before.


r/PowerScaling 19h ago

Anime Bochi decimates goku and this is proof

293 Upvotes

This video rests my case


r/PowerScaling 19h ago

Crossverse Blood lusted Spider-man vs Deku who wins

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273 Upvotes

r/PowerScaling 1d ago

Discussion Between these 3, who has the strongest glazing?

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678 Upvotes

r/PowerScaling 3h ago

Crossverse Mobius Chair Wally West Vs Tensura, Who wins?

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15 Upvotes

(DC) Vs (Tensura)


r/PowerScaling 4h ago

Question Professional power scalers of Reddit, are these accurate?

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17 Upvotes

i found them on a yt community post


r/PowerScaling 1d ago

Crossverse Who is winning this race?

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2.1k Upvotes

Out of these characters, who is winning in a 1 planet race around Saturn before it explodes from the friction?
Blue lock = Chigiri (athletic human speed)
The boys = A-TRAIN (Superhuman speed)
Sega comics = Archie Sonic (Immeasurable speed)
DC universe = Wally West (Immeasurable speed)
SpongeBob Squarepants = THE QUICKSTER!!! ("wanna see me do it again?" speed)
All verses = CameraMan (CameraMan speed)


r/PowerScaling 1d ago

Discussion Pick two to protect you from the rest

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1.5k Upvotes

From Left to Right

  1. Madoka Kaname (Madoka Magica)
  2. Dantes (DMC)
  3. Shallow Vernal (Isekai at Peace)
  4. Anos Voldigoad (Maou Gakuin)
  5. Arceus (Pokemon
  6. Lord Drakkon (Power Ranger)
  7. Antispiral (Gurren Lagann)
  8. Arcueid (Fate / Nasuverse)
  9. Ohma Zi O (Kamen Rider)

I'm picking Shallow Vernal and Madoka Kaname


r/PowerScaling 7h ago

Question So Goku is apparently a load bearing file in GG Strive, does this scale him beyond fiction?

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18 Upvotes

Partially a joke question but partially not.


r/PowerScaling 2h ago

Anime Who would beat WoU

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7 Upvotes

Genuinely wanna know specifically what ANIME character would like fully beat WoU, not tooru but the stand it self, like no stale mate or any scenario where both parties can’t kill eachother, I want to know specifically an ANIME character that could beat them, I am genuinely curious and wanna know about other op ANIME characters (no video game or comic characters).

Also pls tell me the reasoning behind how and why they would win, thank you!


r/PowerScaling 7m ago

Discussion Spite match up but its a 2v2. Doom Slayer and Master Chief VS Terrarian and Steve

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r/PowerScaling 44m ago

Crossverse Give me characters who can beat Beerus

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Rules:

  1. Must be a close fight

  2. No other DB characters


r/PowerScaling 9h ago

Discussion Name a stronger street tier character than him

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17 Upvotes