Warning: This article contains spoilers for Moana 2.AlthoughMoana 2belongs to one of Disney’s newer princesses,the wayfinder has quickly risen as one of the most beloved and, now, the most powerful.Disney princesses have changed a lot over the years, but they often fight against adversaries with supernatural powers or formidable strength — yet always prove themselves more than capable through their resilience, open hearts, and intelligence. While this is also the case for the Motunui leader, her story has now taken a remarkable turn, asMoana 2’s endinggrants Moana (Auli’i Cravalho) demigod abilities on top of her other admirable traits.
Early Disney princesses like Snow White and Cinderella, though emotionally strong, were written to be saved by a capable man. The Disney Renaissance gave its princesses unique qualities like Belle’s intelligence and Mulan becoming a warrior. Disney’s powered princesses are rare even in the modern era, with characters like Raya and Merida being, respectively, a great sword fighter and archer. Meanwhile, the maincharacter ofMoana 2battles for a title against two other heroines with powers. However,Moana’s demigod status and other talents decidedly make her the most powerful Disney princess.
Moana Is Easily The Most Powerful Disney Princess After Moana 2’s Demigod Twist
But Frozen 3 Could Have Elsa Become More Powerful If She Learns To Tame The Spirits Of The Forest
AfterMoana 2’s demigod twist, not only doesthe Motunui Tautai join Elsa and Rapunzel as the third supernaturally-powered Disney princess, but she also surpasses them. Though Rapunzel’s magical hair makes her a force to be reckoned with, allowing her to disarm and restrain her enemies as well as heal and reverse aging, it doesn’t make her immune to harm and depends on its preservation. Despite Rapunzel’s effective use of her frying pan, she is considerably a less skilled fighter than Moana, who masterfully navigates against a divine storm and swiftly dodges the Kakamora’s attacks.
Disney’s third installment may depict Moana summoning storms, calming waves, or even creating islands.
Elsa comes closest to Moana’s ocean power via her ability to control ice at will, making her capable of giving life to snow figures, freezing enemies, and creating immense barricades.Frozen 3’s developmentcould give Elsa the upper hand again if it expands upon her powers as the fifth spirit of the forest, and her potential ability to tame air, earth, fire, and water. However, for now,Moana’s demigod status elevates her to a superior level. As the divine connector between the ocean and humans, her powers are only set to grow as the franchise explores the Polynesian mythological realm.
Moana 3 Can Show The Full Extent Of Moana’s New Demigod Powers
Moana’s Runs The Risk Of Being Too Powerful That She Stops Being Relatable
If Disney doesn’t reverse her transformation,Moana 3would allow the franchise to lay out the full extent of the heroine’s demigod powers. The firstMoanaforeshadowed her divine wayfinding and connector purposeas the ocean always functioned as a guide and ally to the curious youth. Now a demigod, therelationship between Moana and the ocean could evolve into complete control over the seas. Disney’s third installment may depict Moana summoning storms, calming waves, or even creating islands.
Only Two Disney Princesses Broke This Cardinal Rule (& Still Didn’t Lose Their Title)
There’s one cardinal rule with Disney Princesses that only two characters have broken, but that didn’t take away their titles and spot on this list.
Since she enters the divine realm inMoana 2, the demigod is set to face bigger threats that test the limits of her powers. By having her face gods and mythical creatures, the studio runs the risk of even making Moana too powerful. This could make her lose her place as one of Disney’s most relatable princesses, creating asad reality forMoana 2’s demigod twist. However, ifMoana 3’s creators continue to explore the clash between her human roots and divine responsibilities,Moana could remain the most powerful Disney princess, both for her humanity and divinity.
Moana 2
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Moana 2 is the sequel to the 2016 animated film Moana. Directed by David G. Derrick Jr., Jason Hand, and Dana Ledoux Miller, the film continues the journey of Moana as she embarks on new adventures, exploring the vast Pacific Ocean while encountering new characters and challenges along the way.
