Top 50 Sailor Moon Transformations

[@christina22klol12]

Let's be honest here, Tuxedo Mask's transformation is really underrated. In 90s we didn't get to see male transofmations a lot and for me it's nice and simple.

[@dannysimion]

Did the Moonlight Knight get one too?

[@cringedelusionist]

@@dannysimion I just finished the Doom Tree arc and I don’t think so

[@JadenYukifan28]

Don't even get me started on the Live-action PGSM version of Mamoru's transformation, it was laughable.....

[@yeetywoomy]

@@JadenYukifan28YEAH LOL

[@JadenYukifan28]

@@yeetywoomy I mean, I know it was a mock transformation but still....it was corny and hilarious.

[@bloodybee3553]

I'm currently 17, and I grew up watching the 90s series. My single father worked a lot and didn't really know how to play with a little girl, so most of the time I was sitting in my room watching it. This show helped build like 90% of my personality. It formed my morals, my perspective of "if it's scary or overwhelming, cry for a minute, but still do what you need to do," it formed my early ideas of love, platonic, familial and romantic, and the sacrifices you make in the name of love, and it was the first thing that taught me that women can be just as strong, if not stronger than men. It also set an example of what level of drama and danger should exist in movies and shows, although my views on that have changed with time. To this day, whenever people ask me what genres I like, I can't answer them right away, because this show formed what I like. Romance, drama, friendships that last a lifetime, but also action, excitement, and humor. One of the first things in TV that ever made me cry (I LOVE it when this stuff makes me cry) was when Usagi's friend Naru cradled the body of Queen Beryl's general Nephrite as he died. That was also the first thing that formed my idea of "if the person can feel love for anyone other than themselves, they're not entirely evil."

[@bloodybee3553]

@@JesusChristMuslim I agree that the original series was made with so much love and care. I only hope I can one day create something so powerful. Although admittedly I was raised on the 1982 American Dub, so there were a few shortcomings when compared to the original Japanese

[@oFailBoat]

No it’s the way “now or never” stuck in my brain since I was kid 💀💀

[@nicksmith128]

She will always be Serena to me. 😅

[@ClubPuguin]

@nicksmith128 Always Sailor Moon tho 😌

[@DovonMac1]

The cgi are the longest and look like they had a lot of love poured into them. Despite how goofy it looks but jupiters head symbol appears scene makes her look so god damn beautiful.

[@Krendall2]

Sailor Star Lights. You really haven't seen the final season. As for the more "twiggy" look of Crystal, it's to match Naoko Takeuchi's artwork from the manga.

[@sailorlily8030]

I like how the transformation rankings are all spread out for both the 90s anime and crystal. I've mostly just seen people put down the new transformations in favor of the old ones, so it was nice that this list didn't seem as biased towards the old anime! I wonder where you would've put the live-action adaptation transformations as I like those despite the small budget. Did you take Saturn's half-transformation in SMC S3 into consideration too? I know its a half-transformation but I honestly quite liked it xD

[@thejudgmentalcritter6584]

I did desperately search for a Saturn transformation that was a bit longer, so I might've seen it! I thought about including the live action ones, but it felt so unfair to put live action in a list being compared to animation. I would rather do a separate list just for the live action transformation! :D

[@jesterfairy3845]

@@thejudgmentalcritter6584 Oh hell yeah the live action ones are so underrated

[@serenitymoon825]

I think the "wind effect" in Pluto's transformation are actually the sands of time

[@0UTSYS123]

what?

[@shinpowerpelt]

i can definitely see it, the wind effect does almost look kinda sand-like

[@JoshtheOverlander]

Holy shit, there's enough transformations in Sailor Moon to fill a top *FIFTY LIST?*

[@veghesther3204]

Yes considering the original 1992 to 1996 series in Japan lasted for a WHOPPING 200 episodes though that's nothing compared to the 900+ ongoing Precure episodes and the transformations that go with it theirs also been 25+ ONGOING Precure movies in Japan as well.

[@juliamavroidi8601]

And she didn't even talk about the live action version

[@veghesther3204]

That too though it doesn't have a English dub it is however Loosely based on the Dark Kingdom/Queen Beryl arc Manga version.

[@dudu2727]

That surprised me too. And thank God she put away the Moon Eternal Make Up

[@AaronCMounts]

Never underestimate Toei's (or any other animation studio, for that matter) propensity to run stock footage into the ground.

[@mandoz353]

Neptune’s first Crystal transformation is my favorite out of all them. I love how they chose to use blue sparkles that change her nails teal and the flower petal effect is gorgeous. Season 3 had really great art direction. Definitely the best version of her transformation. I also really love Venus’s 3D transformation in Crystal, her ribbons looked incredible and I think that it was a unique take, sad I didn’t see it on the list.

[@tobennaokoli4450]

I love how we all just accepted the fact their fingernails get painted but they wear gloves anyway 😂

[@kilala3978]

Poor Saturn always gets the short stick with transformations. At least she has the coolest outfit

[@thejudgmentalcritter6584]

While making this list, I saw a lot of fan-made transformations for her tho! :)

[@bingo784]

Do we get Top 1000 Pretty Cure Transformations next year?

[@thejudgmentalcritter6584]

Real talk, as I was finishing up this video I was like "This was fun! I should do this again next year for other shows! Oh, Pretty Cure is cute! Let's check that one out!" And then I realized it has like, well over a100 transformations!!! And then I was like "I would have to cap it off at 50." So maybe! :D

[@pr1nctine]

YOU MISSED MERCURY'S OVA TRANSFORMATION I LOVED THAT ONE

[@orangesabyss4107]

Factually speaking, the best Sailor Moon transformation is Tuxedo Mask's transformation from the Live Action series.

[@andromeda_va39]

Oh gosh 😂

[@AlanArc]

It's just... Uhhhh ... Wow

[@sundryestudios1887]

I have never seen a "ranking X things" video I agreed with more strongly. I especially appreciate the nod to Venus running her hands through her hair - that tiny detail has stuck with me for decades! also Uranus as the top non-Moon sequence, could not agree more

[@heyjude9895_]

SAILOR STARS IS SO GOOD!!! Please go back and do a full watch, it’s probably my favorite season and for sure is the most memorable. Plus, everyone needs to encounter Seiya lol

[@reemraghad4267]

Your magical girl critter look is really cute! Can't wait for the next magical girl may video ^-^

[@MatiasEzze]

Couldn't agree more with the best transformation. Cosmic Power Make Up is amazingly animated. I don't know how they pulled that off. Is just amazing

[@adiazrue5776]

I cant believe I miss this video 😭 I love your design analysis video like this, thank you for making it!

[@spiralheartmoonrod]

You forgot Jupiter's and Venus's transformation from Crystal 1&2(they have the same animation and background) you also forgot Neptune's & Uranus's transformation from Sailor Moon Eternal(like venus and jupiter their transformation are really similar to the previous season, they have the same background and animation they just changed Uranus body effect and their costumes), and finally Eternal Sailor Moon transformation from the 90s anime(there is 2 versions of this transformation sequence) I totally agree with you for the Moon Cosmic Power transformation is my favorite 😍I can't wait to see the news transformation for the last arc🤞

[@frogradar]

I genuinely would have been surprised if Moon Cosmic power wasn't top 3 tbh. Cosmic power is by far the moment. The way the heart wraps around to form her skirt and spark into effect. That LEG pose. The way her red ribbons form around her. They really just make her transformation this power of energy and grace. Everything about it says COSMIC.

[@blp5840]

Agree with top 1. That's also my favourite transformation. I love the BG music too

[@Everythingwillsurelybealright]

Don't mind me, I'm just commenting for algorithm reasons. This was so much fun to watch!

[@thejudgmentalcritter6584]

:D Thank you!

[@flaimita]

I think a lot of people miss that Crystal is trying to match Takeuchi’s manga style much more than the 90s anime. She has twigs that don’t run on physics. The 90s anime was much less like that. I wonder if less people would harp on Crystal design choices if they knew this going in. (And like. Crystal did everything good except the eyes, imo)

[@제길-l7n]

Aw I love the laughs you had at the end of some of the descriptions

[@nicksmith128]

34 here, I LOVED Venus’ transformation… and the zoom in to blue eyes

[@hatsunemikusleftnostril]

I'd really love to hear what you think of the special Mercury Crystal Power Makeup transformation from the SuperS special "Ami's first love"! It's a completely different animation cycle from her ordinary transformation and the colours are sooo pretty 💙

[@crossoverfan12]

that one also had her best attack Mercury Aqua Mirage

[@Krendall2]

@@crossoverfan12 It was supposed to be in the 3rd season, but then it never happened for whatever reason.

[@universedaydreamm]

Is that epsiode not on hulu? i cant find it :(

[@yeminchanna4662]

Kinda surprised that Venus's 3d transformation didn't make it , it was the best of the bunch and easily top 5 for me , with cg holding it back from being either 1 or 2 .

[@puritychalice]

It was really good!

[@renberioso87]

Gurl!!! You nailed this ranking!!! My top bet is Moon Cosminc Power transformation too! It’s just so perfect!

[@misskitty2.088]

Honestly, the only reason why I like Chibiusa's original transformation and Moon's Holy Grail one is because the music slaps-

[@deandrabee]

I like to imagine that the magic does move them around during transformations and that's why they spin a lot. In some of them not all. Sailor Moon's OG one for sure is an example. The others mostly seem the other way around especially since they have a stick as their transformation item as opposed to a brooch.

[@temorob]

I love this. Totally agree with the last transformation. One of my favorite things about your number one transformation, which I completely agree with, is how she looks more like a young woman than a little girl. It's beautiful!

[@Korouss]

I'm still stuck on 45 laughing about Usagi Looks more like Slenderman 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@JuneieBack]

I’m surprised that Venus and Jupiters 3d transformations weren’t included in the list. They are the best two out of the whole group during those two seasons if you ask me. Especially Venus’s

[@kitakoproductions8894]

Same. In my opinion Venus had the best 3d transformation. As a matter of fact I'd dare to say it's her best transformation overall! Especially that shot where she's spinning with the ribbons on her body before it turns into clothing! And Jupiter's was great too! I loved how there's a pause when she lifts her pen before the thunder strikes and she starts her transformation!

[@AlanArc]

I think Jupiter is the best one! Even though Venus is my favorite character... I must admit that Jupiter Power Make Up is far more better than Venus Power Make Up In Crystal version ofc...

[@thaloh]

Agreed. Venus' transformation was my favorite out of all the other 3D ones. I love the ribbon effects wrapping elegantly around her!

[@dimitripatronas2409]

Venus' 3D was on the list

[@spring626]

I think the reason why critter doesn't know the Starlights is because the movie and season their in didn't get a USA release till recently.

[@secondeye1574]

The part of Sailor Moon that has the Starlights is widely considered to be the best arc of the anime (with some detractors), if you ever do a video that would warrant rewatching the anime in its entirety that would be a good opportunity. There are filler guides so you don't have to do all 200 episodes, but it's still a significant undertaking so I get it, plus I don't know how much you even like the anime as this is my first exposure to your channel Either way this is a good video and must have been a lot of work to both compile, individually rank all of these plus write the script so good job, I left a like

[@Ever_Since_Never]

Amen! I’m definitely biased, but S and Stars in the 90s version are hands-down my favorite Sailor Moon seasons

[@dannysimion]

Hahahah I love your narrations especially on Healer’s transformation in #16. My favorite is #8 so good! Now I wanna see you rank their special moves!

[@Mistress9Tomoe]

Thanks for putting Moon Cosmic Power for Top 1! It is possibly the BEST Sailor Moon transformation of all time! Also Saturn being lower is kinda funny and sad, because she is my favorite Sailor scout 😂😂😂

[@flx_res]

Thank you so much for this! 20:16 ❤️ Tuxedo mask's transformation is amazing.

[@jesserivera2043]

Funny enough I like Venus's transformations the most because It feels like a transformation the main heroine would have, which is super appropriate given her history. The only downside in my opinion is that her planet's associated element is meant to be metal, but due to her being Sailor V the motif focused on light still had to be there. I think her metallic ribbons in her crystal transformations were meant to reconcile that, Tto make it look like malleable metal

[@FalconFighterPilot1013]

Fun fact: Saturn’s transformation at Number 50 is from a video game. She only transformed in the manga

[@kelleygreengrass]

No, that's Crystal which gave her one

[@SailorGreenTea]

24:53, it was engaging and not boring. Thinking how long it is, with how many installments there are, you made it with an excellent flow.

[@LucasPMusik]

Where is the 90s Sailor Moon Eternal Transformation ? :-(

[@pokegirl2731]

God, has it really been 1 year since the last Magical Girl May. I feel like it was not too long ago. Awesome video!!!

[@dreamboxcollectibles73]

As a huge fan of sailormoon series, these are my top 5 transmations that I think looks amazing in terms of visuals and execution. These five you can really feel the power they represent. 1.) sailor neptune 2.)sailor mars 3.) sailor uranus 4.) sailor jupiter 5.) sailor pluto

[@rexlumontad5644]

"In the name of the Moon, I punish you!" - Sailor Moon Usagi

[@zenithd.8781]

14:41 Considering how Sailor Moon was my lesbian awakening show, I'll be honest it never even crossed my mind that her accessories were the focal point of the transformation.

[@93jcesar]

You really should watch sailor stars its so good!!!@

[@nicholasassaf8441]

wait what happened to the 90s eternal transformation?

[@TheIntratec9]

@The Judgmental Critter Ever considered talking about the Monsters of the Week in a Magical Girl May?

[@connorwitbooi2565]

Do you think you can rank Precure/Pretty cute transformations and top 20 attacks?And I know (or think)you don’t know what it is so search it on KZbin because some of the 19 seasons have as good,some even better,than Sailor Moon.I recommend Go princess,Smile,Mahou Tsukai(Witchy) and Healin Good Precure

[@veghesther3204]

However most Precure seasons unlike Sailor Moon don't have English dub and probably NEVER will.

[@connorwitbooi2565]

@@veghesther3204 but Futari wa did get an English dub that failed,and may I remind you of GLITTER FORCE.But I recommend this channel called All precure where the give the subtitled version of the transformations

[@veghesther3204]

Despite that Toei's American branch COULD still Self Dub more Precures direct to DVD/Blue Ray release yet they refuse to do even THAT.

[@jon-el]

My favorite is by far Crystal 1 Sailor Mars, the colours are on point, she is the one looking the best on CGI specially on the Bluray, and what stand out the most against all others is definetly the music, this transformation has the best music after 90's outers theme.

[@dudu2727]

I do not agree with most of your ranking... but Moon Cosmic Power Make Up is the BEST, indeed! I would say this one hás one of The best BGM of them all. I love all Venus' and Mercury's transformations, and hate every Chibi Moon's. The latest Sailor Stars group transformations is also great. The pacing, the BGM, etc.

[@amaisbeladetodas2065]

I always found Venus's ribbon lazy, but I thought that was the concept 😂

[@mirceag.7706]

I really love the music used in the 44th transformation

[@mizusenshisongs]

Going into this video I didn't know what to expect but I feel like the criticism is fair. Obviously in the '90s they couldn't do as cool of effects as they can now, but they did do some cool stuff. I think for the Inners the Crystal Power transformations were the best, especially the group one in the SuperS movie where their symbols really pop against the background with their final poses. The version of Mercury Crystal Power from the Ami's First Love special is also really nice, and actually differs from the regular Crystal Power sequence for hers in some cool ways. Moon's best one was I think the Eternal Sailor Moon one, both the short one and the longer one. As for the Outers, it does stink that Saturn didn't really get one (though I think they kinda rectified this in the video games). But they do look cool. I agree the 3d models are a bit weird but it was a cool idea. Also as for the "twiggy" nature of the models, the designs were meant to more resemble the manga designs, which as a fan of the manga I thought was really cool cause it would be like the manga coming to life. They compromised in Season 3 and gave them a bit more anime in them me g

[@thegreneknight]

Would love to see the ranking of attacks too! I loved Chibi Moons S prism power theme a lot t though it's so catchy but you put it at #49 i think lol

[@summer323]

Ok honestly the animation style for sailor moon crystal (not eternal) is absolutely terrifying that’s not usagi anymore bro 💀💀that’s something out of my nightmares they also tried so hard with the transformation sequence it looks like something i could make on like 3d microsoft paint

[@sigh582]

Your avatar is so cute!

[@magicaldemonboy100]

These girls go through a lot of effort just to put on clothes ngl👀

[@Djinn_Entonic]

I love Mayical girl May

[@princessravendiamond4288]

I mean, personally, the Super outfits will always be my favorites (except for Saturn because having a unique broach is awesome), but I must agree that Sailor Moon's Cosmic transformation is by far the best transformation in the series. I remember as a kid watching it and loving all the moves she did inside the heart outline! Hey, perhaps you could make a ranked list of Sailor Moon attacks! For some reason, my favorite has always been Moon Spiral Heart Attack. It's an excessively long name (most attacks are 3 words long) but Sailor Moon spinning her body along with the wand then landing on her knees with hearts shooting out in a spiral is just perfection in my eyes. I do think I mostly watched the Death Busters arc as a kid, so that's likely part of my bias

[@brandenguerin4224]

You forgot moon eternal make up I think you did

[@Silver-fs3su]

This was so much fun to watch! I was a bit surprised with how high Tuxedo Mask's transformation got, but at the same time I'm not. Compared to the Senshi, Tuxedo Mask's transformation feels humble and down to earth, which I feel just suits his character.

[@charmaineparsley7921]

They need to do much more with Saturn. She's like the most mysterious! Let's make her dramatic!

[@katvos]

This was a fun video! Though I think you're missing the greatest Mercury transformation of all from her special. That one is stunning!

[@ggwolfking4237]

Yasssssss queen this made my day thank you

[@rexlumontad5644]

Sailor Moon - a classic 90s anime I grew up in my childhood

[@mj82liby]

Venus' 3D Crystal transformation for me was the best transformation she got (But I think you missed it in this video)

[@Nocturne22]

Venus' henshin being so low... wow.

[@applefoodie]

Wow, it took me 20 minutes of watching this video to realize the background music is from Donkey Kong Country 2, in the topsail levels of Gangplank Galleon.

[@thejudgmentalcritter6584]

It's a really good song! :D

[@HC-xw3ke]

I had no idea there were fifty lmao

[@averyhazen8466]

Hearing that Pokémon Center OST in the background definitely threw me off 😂

[@maytalacedo1284]

sailor moon crystal transformation in R is my most favorite it's just nostalgic while so beautiful.

[@BoucheronsNo.1Fan]

Wait I am so sorry if I missed this but was Ami's transformation from her special episode that only aired in Japan during season 3 on this list?? I'm watching at work so I may have missed it but if you haven't seen it yet I highly recommend!

[@esther2734]

MOON COSMIC POWER SUPREMACY

[@Valkyrie963]

I appreciate "pose" as an important factor for this. Tim Gunn would be pleased haha

[@maytalacedo2942]

Your take on this is a breath of fresh air. I'm also surprised you said sailor mercury in 1st season in Crystal is the best since most moonies I knew or heard a lot said 3d mercury is the worst. I like hearing your opinions on this since its new to hear compared to other youtubers who reviews Crystal and original.

[@billyjoesarangelo1608]

I agree with number 1. Her Cosmic Power Make Up transformation in Sailormoon S is well animated and she's like dancing with all the turns while being enveloped in pink ribbons and pops of sparkly pink hearts. Though did I miss you ranked Sailor Moon's Eternal transformation in Sailor Stars?

[@joshwindswept5694]

7:15 the magic is tossing her limp body around. HAHAHAHAHA

[@gijose83]

i wish saturn had a more elaborate one

[@CucasNerdyCorner]

By far my favourite Sailor Mercury's Transformation is from her special episode, Ami's First Love. Look it up! 😍 It's so different but familiar at the same time. Well I'm glad you added Sailor Saturn Planet Power make up from the game lol also I think you forgot to add the original Eternal Sailor Moon transformation from the 90s anime lol

[@lilac.0464]

I'm so happy with the first place transformation. That's my all time favourite!

[@-ongLeVietanha]

There 50 of them?

[@michellemcwhorter2025]

I agree with 45 so much!!

[@frogradar]

my fave sailor girl: Venus Cirtter: puts her on the bottom *they ask you how you are and you just have to say you're fine and you're not really fine*

[@El_louis]

You forgot Jupiter and venus star power in crystal😭

[@amaisbeladetodas2065]

14:47 this transition though😱

[@dpchase84]

girl amazing job but what about the moon eternal power?😢

[@bobi200samatar6]

Great video, I'd like to see you try one of these for Winx Club since they have a ton of transformations.

[@BrendenBarlow]

Moon crystal power makeup is my favorite sailor moon transformation

[@DovonMac1]

Jupiter cgi is my favorite after moon cosmic power

[@floofycupkim1197]

If i hadto make a Jupiter transformation, I'd have the transformation background being dark, but for the outfit reveal the background would turn a plasma bright green

[@floofycupkim1197]

The reason why is because it can show that she's active.

[@rexlumontad5644]

Transformation is Free Action in Sailor Moon franchise.

[@AlexanderValentines]

I've watched this video too many times

[@decimatorentertainmentstud8523]

Fantastic video

[@camm970]

As a Sailor Mars die hard fan. I love Mars crystal power (crystal) transformation the best out of her transformations. Her original is also nice, but 2nd best to me

[@bloodybee3553]

I came here to get the Moon Prysm Power transformation (#8), so I could use her holding the crystal over her chest as a drawing reference, and ended up watching the whole video

[@laurenregnier3710]

The Starlights are from the Stars season .

[@BunW.Bun21774]

Can you please talk about Symphogear this May?

[@alexandrarosu6176]

YASSSSSS Please pretty please with a chery on top

[@joaojrbr1]

Where's Eternal Sailor Moon transformation?