Wind Breaker: Ranking the 10 most powerful Furin characters

Strongest characters from Furin in Wind Breaker anime
Strongest characters from Furin in Wind Breaker anime (Image credit: CloverWorks)

Wind Breaker is an animanga series about Sakura Haruka and his life in Furin High School. This is supposed to be a delinquent anime that brings together intense fights and deep character development and has similar vibes to anime like Tokyo Revengers or Crows. In this article, we will talk about the 10 most powerful Furin characters ranked from least to most.


The 10 most powerful Furin characters in Wind Breaker

10. Akihiko Nirei

Akihiro with Sakura as seen in anime (Image credit: CloverWorks)
Akihiro with Sakura as seen in anime (Image credit: CloverWorks)

Role: First-Year Class Co-Representative

Strengths: Quick thinker, emotionally intelligent, situational awareness

Weaknesses: Limited physical strength, not suitable for one-on-one combat

Akihiko Nirei might not be physically strong in Wind Breaker, but he is their greatest asset. Often seen working behind the scenes. He plays the important role of emotional support and is a great coordinator.

Akihiko’s greatest strength lies in his ability to collect information, which is helpful in situations that require his classmates to fight against someone. Furthermore, he can maintain a calm demeanor under pressure, quickly assess dangerous situations, and offer reliable backup.


9. Kyotaro Sugishita

Role: First-Year Fighter

Strengths: High pain tolerance, unorthodox fighting, unshakable will

Weaknesses: Reckless, lacks teamwork, and discipline

Kyotaro Sugishita is a strong but unpredictable fighter in Wind Breaker. During his time in the classroom, it is evident that he likes to keep to himself and does not care about structure or hierarchy.

What makes him a strong fighter is his lack of fear. He often takes risks others wouldn’t, jumping into the heat of the moment with little regard for personal safety.


8. Mitsuki Kiryu

Mitsuki as seen in anime (Image credit: CloverWorks)
Mitsuki as seen in anime (Image credit: CloverWorks)

Role: First-Year Fighter

Strengths: Strong foundation, balanced combat technique, mental focus

Weaknesses: Not adaptable to chaotic or unplanned conditions

Mitsuki Kiryu in Wind Breaker has shown to maintain calm behavior and has a strong sense of justice. While fighting, he does not have any flashy moves and tries to finish the fight as soon as possible.

One trait about him that stands out is that he does not tolerate anyone mistreating women. His fighting style can be described as clean, efficient, and focused. He is the type of character who prefers to get the job done without unnecessary effort or drama.


7. Taiga Tsugeura

Role: First-Year Fighter

Strengths: Ferocity, physical dominance, fear factor

Weaknesses: Emotional impulsiveness, overcommits during fights

Taiga is raw aggression personified in Wind Breaker. His fighting spirit and brutal hand-to-hand combat make him one of Furin’s most intimidating members. A senior with experience, he serves as a battering ram during fights, tearing through opponents with sheer force.

He relishes combat and is often the first to throw a punch when provoked. He has one peculiar habit of asking everyone what their aesthetic is to try to get to know them.


6. Ren Kaji

Role: Second-Year Grade Captain

Strengths: Technique, efficiency, unshakable calm

Weaknesses: Poor communicator, not a team motivator

Ren Kaji is often described as a beast while fighting. He tries to keep that side of him aside because he does like the kind of person he becomes when he stops holding himself back.

He doesn’t say much, but when he moves, it's with precision. His strikes are quick, calculated, and devastating in one-on-one combat. As a second-year grade captain in Wind Breaker, he does his best to be there for his classmates and has helped Sakura come to terms with taking on the same role for the first years.


5. Tasuku Tsubakino

Role: Third-Year Student; One of Bofurin's Four Heavenly Kings

Strengths: Experience, defense, leadership presence

Weaknesses: Slightly slower reflexes, susceptible to youthful speed

Tasuko Tsubakino might look like a cute character in Wind Breaker, but he is one of the four devas of Furin High. He is extremely confident about himself, and that is reflected in their fighting techniques. They are quick to take responsibility for guiding younger students of Furin High. Tsubakino also provides moral grounding to the group, reminding others of Furin's values.


4. Toma Hiiragi

Toma as seen in anime (Image credit: CloverWorks)
Toma as seen in anime (Image credit: CloverWorks)

Role: Third-Year Student; One of Bofurin's Four Heavenly Kings

Strengths: Tactical leadership, adaptability, solid combat base

Weaknesses: Not top-tier in strength, relies on preparation

Hiiragi is calm, composed, and intelligent. His strategic mindset allows him to stay ten steps ahead, yet despite being a thinker, he is a strong fighter. Hiiragi combines technical skills with real leadership, capable of rallying his peers and maintaining order even during high-pressure scenarios. His true powers were shown during his fight against Shishitoren in Season 1 of the anime.


3. Hayato Suo

Role: First Year Vice Captain

Strengths: Durability, defensive strength, team protector

Weaknesses: Lacks killer instinct, slower in attack

Suo is a wall of muscle and willpower. He may not be the flashiest, but when it comes to pure endurance and defensive capabilities, Suo is unmatched. He’s the kind of fighter who can take multiple hits and still protect his allies without falling.

Interestingly, he is known for never backing down, and his loyalty to Furin is legendary. He also supports Sakura and comes across as a mysterious character in Wind Breaker.


2. Haruka Sakura

Umemiya and Sakura as seen in anime (Image credit: CloverWorks)
Umemiya and Sakura as seen in anime (Image credit: CloverWorks)

Role: First-Year Grade Captain

Strengths: High growth rate, natural power, iron will

Weaknesses: Inexperience, emotional decision-making

Sakura is Furin’s newest monster-in-the-making in Wind Breaker. Initially an outsider who refused to care about camaraderie, he has since become one of the most passionate defenders of Furin’s ideals.

He fights with an aggressive style, blending natural reflexes, strength, and emotion into overwhelming pressure. Every battle he enters turns into a spectacle. What sets Sakura apart is its growth rate. He learns quickly from each loss and uses it to come back stronger.


1. Umemiya Hajime

Role: Furin President (Top Leader and Symbol of Strength)

Strengths: Monumental strength, unmatched control, inspiring leadership

Weaknesses: Rarely fights; prefers to stay in the background unless absolutely necessary

Umemiya Hajime in Wind Breaker stands above all others—not just in strength, but in charisma, ideology, and presence. As the president of Furin High, he is the soul of the school and its strongest protector.

As he is Calm, gentle, and almost pacifistic, Umemiya contrasts his overwhelming combat prowess with a serene personality. He believes in using strength to protect, not dominate, and has created a culture within Furin where the strong shields the weak.


To sum it up, Furin High in Wind Breaker is more than just a group of delinquents. They represent strength and the will to protect. Each of these characters brings a unique style and energy to the battlefield. And whether you're rooting for Sakura’s fiery rise or Suo’s steadfast presence, the world of Furin never disappoints.

Edited by Debanjana