Top 10 Digimon
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Script Written by Ashley Bowman
No matter how many years pass, these guys are Digi-destined to stay in our hearts. Welcome to Watchmojo.com and today we’re counting down our picks for the Top 10 Digimon.
For this list we’re focusing only on Digimon that have appeared in the Digimon TV series. So popular Video Game exclusives such as Reapermon and Galacticmon need not apply. Our rankings are based on popularity, coolness and their iconic status – not simply on how powerful they are. We’re also sticking to one entry per evolution branch.
Rika’s rookie level Digimon based on the Kitsune of Japanese Folklore, has gained significant popularity with the Digimon fan base. She is seemingly intelligent and capable for just a rookie-level Digimon and, as such, exceeds in battle against the others in Tokyo. Although Rika and Renamon’s relationship is originally that of utility, the two soon bond and later Bio-merge to become “Sakuyamon”. Still, Renamon’s strength not only lies on her abilities in battle, but more so on her kindness, even showing compassion for the mischievous Impmon.
Digimon frontier took an all-new direction for the series when it introduced the concept of humans transforming into Digimon. Both Takuya and Koji are able to become skilled Digimon such as Agunimon and Lobomon, but when they combine themselves and to twenty spirits, they reach all new heights. Based on the Japanese Sea God “Susanoo”, this Digimon truly lives up to his name. He’s packing the ZERO-ARMS: Orochi and is said to be one of the fiercest Digimon to date, even taking down the unstoppable Lucemon. Though this series wasn’t as well received, it touts some of the best designs in the franchise – and Susanoomon is no exception.
An unusual Cat Digimon who is able to maintain her champion form. When Gatomon first appears, she’s a part of Myotismon’s evil legion, set on taking over the human world. It’s only until meeting Kari, her destined partner that she’s able to regain her memories and stand aside the other hero Digimon. As a means of redemption, Gatomon digivolves into her ultimate form, “Angewomon” and defeats her former leader alongside Angemon. Gatomon continues to stand beside the Digi Destined in Season 2, reaching other forms such as Nefertimon and Silphymon.
One of the Thirteen Royal Knight Mega Digimon. This mysterious “precious one” faces off against the team in the latest addition to the Digimon series, Digimon Adventure Tri. At such an early stage in the series, his motives and intentions seem to be uncertain, but one thing’s for sure - This Digimon is powerful. Another Alphamon debuted as the protagonist of the TV Movie, Digimon X-Evolution. Transforming from the weak Dorumon into the “The Royal Knight of Myth”. So while the antagonistic actions and silence of the new incarnation seem to suggest otherwise, perhaps there is more to learn about this Digimon.
There are few Digimon as lovable as Guilmon. His silliness, loving nature and playful attitude are seen from the get-go. That’s why it’s such a surprise when the Goofy Guilmon bio-merges with his partner Takato to become the knight Digimon – Gallantmon. After accidentally forcing him into becoming Megidramon, Takato then embraces his friendship with Guilmon to help him achieve this form. Gallantmon touts incredible speed and strength, putting away foes with the “Lightning Joust”. But Gallantmon doesn’t stop there, achieving additional powers such as docking Grani and the ascended “Crimson mode”.
The team of the obnoxious leader Davis and former Digimon Emperor, Ken seemed unlikely. But when push came to shove, the two were able to work together by DNA digivolving ExVeemon and Stingmon into the ultimate known as Paildramon. Let’s admit, this guy looked a little goofy, but when they took it to the next level and became Imperialdramon, we were sold. Starting out as the Dragon-mode and then becoming the Bi-Pedal fighter mode, he was able to take on the likes of MaloMyotismon and BlackWarGreymon. But at the end of the day, nothing is cooler than Imperialdramon’s Paladin mode.
From little seeds do great trees grow or in this case, flying hamsters can turn into angels. When the Digi-destined first entered the digital world, the threat of Devimon and his black gears lingers over them. One by one, they were able to Digivolve their partners to the champion level to take down these challenges, but Patamon seemed to be a late bloomer. When it finally came down to it, Patamon and TK’s determination helped him become Angemon, one of the most powerful Champion Digimon. With his hand of fate, Angemon has proven more than capable of fighting, and if that fails he’ll just have to transcend.
Now you may be wondering why this little feller is amongst all these other Digimon titans. But his power has to be seen to believe. Shoutmon possesses the unique ability to fuse with other Digimon, making his possibilities endless. Creating forms such as Shoutmon X4 and the unparalleled Shoutmon X7F “Superior mode”, this tough little cookie can face even the strongest of foes. He even has a cool digivolution to boot. His cockiness and fighting spirit serve only to accomplish his ultimate goal - To become the King of all Digimon.
All Impmon ever wanted was respect. When he ran away from his tamer’s home, he came to the conclusion that Digimon don’t need humans and instead pursues ultimate strength. Opportunity knocked when Caturamon offered him the ability to Digivolve in exchange for the Tamers’ lives – a deal he quickly took up on, and became the ever-bad-ass “Beelzemon”. Beelzemon shook the series’ foundations by killing the beloved Leomon. However, after seeing the error of his ways, he forms an alliance with the Tamers in their mission to defeat the D-Reaper. With his newfound selfless attitude and ability to reach the “Blast mode”, Beelzemon could perhaps be the coolest Digimon of all.
Before we reveal our top pick, here are a few Honorable Mentions:
Wizardmon
“Digimon: Digital Monsters” (1999-2000)
Terriermon
“Digimon: Digital Monsters (Season 3)” (2001-2)
Leomon
“Digimon: Digital Monsters” (1999-2000)
Lillymon
“Digimon: Digital Monsters” (1999-2000)
Samudramon
“Digimon Fusion” (2013-)
Machinedramon
“Digimon: Digital Monsters” (1999-2000)
Back in the day, the debate of who was better: Agumon or Gabumon was tireless. But when the Digimon movie first debuted, that dispute was over. Combining their mega Digivolutions, Wargreymon and Metalgarurumon to defeat Diaboromon, Omnimon was born. Wielding the Grey Sword in one hand and the Garuru Cannon in the other, this Digimon is able to go toe-to-toe with some of the best. Though the two often butt heads, Matt and Tai’s teamwork is undeniably effective. Putting their differences aside once more, Omnimon made his glorious return in Digimon Adventure Tri, where he proved that he hasn’t lost a step.
Do you agree with our list? Which Digimon is closest to your heart? For more Digitizing Top 10’s published daily, accept your mission to subscribe to Watchmojo.com
Top 10 Digimon
No matter how many years pass, these guys are Digi-destined to stay in our hearts. Welcome to Watchmojo.com and today we’re counting down our picks for the Top 10 Digimon.
For this list we’re focusing only on Digimon that have appeared in the Digimon TV series. So popular Video Game exclusives such as Reapermon and Galacticmon need not apply. Our rankings are based on popularity, coolness and their iconic status – not simply on how powerful they are. We’re also sticking to one entry per evolution branch.
#10 Renamon
“Digimon: Digital Monsters (Season 3)” (2001-2)Rika’s rookie level Digimon based on the Kitsune of Japanese Folklore, has gained significant popularity with the Digimon fan base. She is seemingly intelligent and capable for just a rookie-level Digimon and, as such, exceeds in battle against the others in Tokyo. Although Rika and Renamon’s relationship is originally that of utility, the two soon bond and later Bio-merge to become “Sakuyamon”. Still, Renamon’s strength not only lies on her abilities in battle, but more so on her kindness, even showing compassion for the mischievous Impmon.
#9 Susanoomon
“Digimon: Digital Monsters (Season 4)” (2002-3)Digimon frontier took an all-new direction for the series when it introduced the concept of humans transforming into Digimon. Both Takuya and Koji are able to become skilled Digimon such as Agunimon and Lobomon, but when they combine themselves and to twenty spirits, they reach all new heights. Based on the Japanese Sea God “Susanoo”, this Digimon truly lives up to his name. He’s packing the ZERO-ARMS: Orochi and is said to be one of the fiercest Digimon to date, even taking down the unstoppable Lucemon. Though this series wasn’t as well received, it touts some of the best designs in the franchise – and Susanoomon is no exception.
#8 Gatomon
“Digimon: Digital Monsters (Season 1)” (1999-2000)An unusual Cat Digimon who is able to maintain her champion form. When Gatomon first appears, she’s a part of Myotismon’s evil legion, set on taking over the human world. It’s only until meeting Kari, her destined partner that she’s able to regain her memories and stand aside the other hero Digimon. As a means of redemption, Gatomon digivolves into her ultimate form, “Angewomon” and defeats her former leader alongside Angemon. Gatomon continues to stand beside the Digi Destined in Season 2, reaching other forms such as Nefertimon and Silphymon.
#7 Alphamon
“Digimon X-Evolution” (2005) & “Digimon Adventure Tri” (2015-)One of the Thirteen Royal Knight Mega Digimon. This mysterious “precious one” faces off against the team in the latest addition to the Digimon series, Digimon Adventure Tri. At such an early stage in the series, his motives and intentions seem to be uncertain, but one thing’s for sure - This Digimon is powerful. Another Alphamon debuted as the protagonist of the TV Movie, Digimon X-Evolution. Transforming from the weak Dorumon into the “The Royal Knight of Myth”. So while the antagonistic actions and silence of the new incarnation seem to suggest otherwise, perhaps there is more to learn about this Digimon.
#6 Gallantmon
“Digimon: Digital Monsters (Season 3)” (2001-2)There are few Digimon as lovable as Guilmon. His silliness, loving nature and playful attitude are seen from the get-go. That’s why it’s such a surprise when the Goofy Guilmon bio-merges with his partner Takato to become the knight Digimon – Gallantmon. After accidentally forcing him into becoming Megidramon, Takato then embraces his friendship with Guilmon to help him achieve this form. Gallantmon touts incredible speed and strength, putting away foes with the “Lightning Joust”. But Gallantmon doesn’t stop there, achieving additional powers such as docking Grani and the ascended “Crimson mode”.
#5 Imperialdramon
“Digimon: Digital Monsters (Season 2)” (2000-1)The team of the obnoxious leader Davis and former Digimon Emperor, Ken seemed unlikely. But when push came to shove, the two were able to work together by DNA digivolving ExVeemon and Stingmon into the ultimate known as Paildramon. Let’s admit, this guy looked a little goofy, but when they took it to the next level and became Imperialdramon, we were sold. Starting out as the Dragon-mode and then becoming the Bi-Pedal fighter mode, he was able to take on the likes of MaloMyotismon and BlackWarGreymon. But at the end of the day, nothing is cooler than Imperialdramon’s Paladin mode.
#4 Angemon
“Digimon: Digital Monsters” (1999-2000)From little seeds do great trees grow or in this case, flying hamsters can turn into angels. When the Digi-destined first entered the digital world, the threat of Devimon and his black gears lingers over them. One by one, they were able to Digivolve their partners to the champion level to take down these challenges, but Patamon seemed to be a late bloomer. When it finally came down to it, Patamon and TK’s determination helped him become Angemon, one of the most powerful Champion Digimon. With his hand of fate, Angemon has proven more than capable of fighting, and if that fails he’ll just have to transcend.
#3 Shoutmon
“Digimon Fusion” (2013-)Now you may be wondering why this little feller is amongst all these other Digimon titans. But his power has to be seen to believe. Shoutmon possesses the unique ability to fuse with other Digimon, making his possibilities endless. Creating forms such as Shoutmon X4 and the unparalleled Shoutmon X7F “Superior mode”, this tough little cookie can face even the strongest of foes. He even has a cool digivolution to boot. His cockiness and fighting spirit serve only to accomplish his ultimate goal - To become the King of all Digimon.
#2 Beelzemon
“Digimon: Digital Monsters (Season 3)” (2001-2)All Impmon ever wanted was respect. When he ran away from his tamer’s home, he came to the conclusion that Digimon don’t need humans and instead pursues ultimate strength. Opportunity knocked when Caturamon offered him the ability to Digivolve in exchange for the Tamers’ lives – a deal he quickly took up on, and became the ever-bad-ass “Beelzemon”. Beelzemon shook the series’ foundations by killing the beloved Leomon. However, after seeing the error of his ways, he forms an alliance with the Tamers in their mission to defeat the D-Reaper. With his newfound selfless attitude and ability to reach the “Blast mode”, Beelzemon could perhaps be the coolest Digimon of all.
Before we reveal our top pick, here are a few Honorable Mentions:
Wizardmon
“Digimon: Digital Monsters” (1999-2000)
Terriermon
“Digimon: Digital Monsters (Season 3)” (2001-2)
Leomon
“Digimon: Digital Monsters” (1999-2000)
Lillymon
“Digimon: Digital Monsters” (1999-2000)
Samudramon
“Digimon Fusion” (2013-)
Machinedramon
“Digimon: Digital Monsters” (1999-2000)
#1 Omnimon
“Digimon the Movie” (2000) & “Digimon Adventure Tri” (2015-)Back in the day, the debate of who was better: Agumon or Gabumon was tireless. But when the Digimon movie first debuted, that dispute was over. Combining their mega Digivolutions, Wargreymon and Metalgarurumon to defeat Diaboromon, Omnimon was born. Wielding the Grey Sword in one hand and the Garuru Cannon in the other, this Digimon is able to go toe-to-toe with some of the best. Though the two often butt heads, Matt and Tai’s teamwork is undeniably effective. Putting their differences aside once more, Omnimon made his glorious return in Digimon Adventure Tri, where he proved that he hasn’t lost a step.
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