Or look at anime. In The Seven Deadly Sins , when Elizabeth is initially viewed as the weak mascot, her eventual dominance in later arcs is satisfying specifically because she surpassed the physical strength of the male leads.

In the world of fighting games, arena brawlers, and RPGs, the "top tier" has historically been dominated by hulking protagonists, Super Saiyans, and sword-wielding anti-heroes. But the meta has shifted. Whether you are playing Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero , Street Fighter 6 , or My Hero Ultra Rumble , the question is no longer can a girl beat the hero, but ?

“What’s your name?” he asked.