Why Did Milo Claim That Teaming Up with Leo Could Defeat the Seven Sea Generals?
In the Poseidon arc of Saint Seiya, the Seven Sea Generals emerge as formidable adversaries. Clad in their Scale Armor, they guard the Seven Pillars surrounding Poseidon’s palace, each possessing exceptional combat prowess. The Bronze Saints faced intense battles during this arc, but it was the words of Scorpio’s Gold Saint, Milo, that sparked intrigue. He confidently told Dohko that teaming up with Leo’s Aiolia would be enough to defeat all Seven Sea Generals. Though Dohko declined to prioritize preparations for the Holy War, Milo’s assertion invites deeper analysis: Could the Sea Generals truly be overpowered by just Scorpio and Leo? Was this due to the duo’s overwhelming strength or the Generals’ relative weakness? To answer this, we must delve into the unique skills of the Gold Saints.
The Power of Scorpio and Leo
Milo’s signature technique, Scarlet Needle, culminates in his ultimate attack, Antares. Meanwhile, Aiolia relies on his Lightning Plasma as a standard move, with Lightning Bolt as his supreme technique. Both saints excel in physical attacks, but their approaches highlight distinct specialties within this domain.
Two Types of Physical Attacks
Physical attacks among Gold Saints can be categorized into two types: power-based and speed-based. Power-based specialists, such as Gemini Saga, Taurus Aldebaran, and Libra Dohko, deliver devastating, crushing blows. In contrast, speed-based experts like Scorpio Milo (with Antares), Leo Aiolia (with Lightning Bolt), and Sagittarius Aiolos (with Atomic Thunderbolt) emphasize blinding velocity. As the saying goes, “The ultimate skill is invincible speed.” So, could two speed-focused physical attackers like Milo and Aiolia truly sweep through the Sea Generals? Let’s analyze this step by step.
Breaking Down the Seven Sea Generals
The Sea Generals represent the pinnacle of Poseidon’s forces. Among them, Kanon—Gemini Saga’s brother and the second Gemini Gold Saint—stands out as the most powerful. Bian is a defense master, manipulating air to form impenetrable barriers. The others excel in various forms of physical and psychic assaults. For Milo and Aiolia to prevail, they would need to overcome Kanon and Bian specifically. Here’s why their partnership could succeed:
1. Complementary Skills
Though both prioritize speed, their techniques differ crucially. Milo’s Scarlet Needle focuses on precision strikes targeting specific points, while Aiolia’s Lightning Plasma delivers wide-area assaults. This combination ensures no opponent is overlooked—Milo pinpoints weaknesses, and Aiolia capitalizes on them with overwhelming force.
2. Countering Bian’s Defenses
Bian’s air barriers, though formidable, contain microscopic gaps. Milo’s needle-like attacks are perfectly suited to exploit these vulnerabilities, neutralizing Bian’s defensive advantage.
3. Kanon’s Limitations
Kanon’s strength is undeniable, but during the Poseidon arc, he lacked his Gemini Gold Cloth, limiting his full potential. Moreover, burdened by guilt over not being recognized by Athena, his mindset was unstable. Facing two determined Gold Saints, Kanon would struggle to maintain focus, reducing his chances of victory.
In summary, the synergy between Scorpio’s precision and Leo’s area control, combined with the Generals’ specific weaknesses, makes Milo’s claim not just boastful but strategically sound. Their partnership exemplifies how complementary strengths can overcome even the most daunting challenges.
