Dr. Stone: 5 Smartest Characters
In Dr. Stone, intelligence is the ultimate power. With civilization wiped out by a mysterious petrification event, the few survivors must rebuild society from scratch.
Some use science, others rely on strategy, manipulation, or invention. From Senku’s scientific breakthroughs to Tsukasa’s tactical brilliance, these five characters stand out as the smartest minds in the Stone World.
5. Chrome – The Self-Taught Scientist
Unlike Senku, Chrome wasn’t born with encyclopedic knowledge, but he’s a natural experimenter with an unshakable passion for discovery. Originally a simple village sorcerer, Chrome reinvents ancient scientific principles on his own, proving that intelligence isn’t just about knowledge but also about curiosity and creativity.
He creates water wheels, battery-powered flashlights, and even a drainage system for their kingdom. While Senku provides theory, Chrome provides on-the-ground problem-solving, making him the perfect apprentice to carry science into the future.
4. Ryusui Nanami – The Master of Navigation and Negotiation
Ryusui isn’t a scientist, but his business acumen, navigation skills, and ability to read people make him irreplaceable. He’s a born leader, capable of managing resources, making quick economic decisions, and steering the crew through unknown waters.
His obsession with greed isn’t about hoarding wealth—it’s about driving progress. Ryusui’s biggest contributions include reviving a functioning economy, acquiring oil for the Kingdom of Science, and piloting the first airship in the Stone World. His confidence and decision-making allow Senku’s team to move forward at an unstoppable pace.
3. Tsukasa Shishio – The Ultimate Strategist
Tsukasa may not be a scientist, but his intelligence in warfare, leadership, and human psychology makes him a genius in his own right. A former MMA prodigy, he instantly sees through deception and manipulates people with his charisma and ideals.
He builds the Tsukasa Empire by selecting only the strongest fighters to be revived, ensuring his rule remains unchallenged. His tactical mind allows him to predict Senku’s movements, counter his technology, and even control entire battlefields. When he eventually joins Senku, his strategic brilliance becomes a key weapon in the Kingdom of Science’s success.
2. Xeno Houston Wingfield – The Dark Genius of Science
Dr. Xeno is the only scientist in the Stone World who rivals Senku, but his morals are far darker. A former NASA scientist, Xeno understands aerospace engineering, weaponry, and advanced chemistry.
Unlike Senku, he prioritizes control over progress, aiming to build a kingdom where science rules with an iron fist. He designs a petrification weapon recovery plan, builds a working airplane, and creates gunpowder-based weaponry faster than anyone expected. While Senku values collaboration, Xeno believes in dominance, making him a dangerous opponent and a valuable ally.
1. Senku Ishigami – The Ultimate Scientist
Senku Ishigami is the driving force of humanity’s revival, armed with a brain that operates at 10 billion percent capacity. With his vast knowledge of chemistry, physics, and engineering, he rebuilds lost technology, from electricity and antibiotics to cell phones and rockets.
Senku’s true genius lies in his ability to simplify complex science, making it accessible to his allies. He uses psychological tactics to win over enemies, outwitting Tsukasa’s Empire with brilliant strategies like the cell phone communication trick during the Stone Wars. Without him, civilization wouldn’t stand a chance.
