The lore of Buffy the Vampire Slayer states that a chosen one is born into every generation — here's a breakdown of every known Slayer that's been confirmed in canon. Created by Joss Whedon, the legacy of Buffy Summers initially began as a 1992 movie. Directed Fran Rubel Kuzui, the film starred Kristy Swanson as the titular valley girl who discovered it was her destiny to hunt monsters. The film also starred Donald Sutherland, Rutger Hauer, and Luke Perry. Whedon was initially involved in an advisory capacity. Unfortunately, disapproving of the countless changes to his original vision and Sutherland's conduct, Whedon ultimately walked off-set and disavowed the project.
In 1997, a reimagined version of Buffy the Vampire Slayer premiered on The WB, with Sarah Michelle Gellar taking over the titular role. With Whedon more fully at the helm, the saga picked up in the wake of events more in line with his movie script. Having burned down her previous school (to kill a nest of vampires), Buffy moved across the country with her mother, Joyce (Kristine Sutherland). Settling in Sunnydale, Buffy soon learned that leaving her old life (or her destiny) behind wouldn't be quite so easy. Meeting her new Watcher, Rupert Giles (Anthony Stewart Head), she learned that her new school was built on a Hellmouth. As such, more than just vampires would be going bump in the night and it was her duty to stop them. She was soon joined in that endeavor by such allies as Willow Rosenberg (Alyson Hannigan), Xander Harris (Nicholas Brendon), Angel (David Boreanaz), Cordelia Chase (Charisma Carpenter), and Oz (Seth Green).
Buffy the Vampire Slayer ultimately ran for seven seasons, concluding in 2003. In that time, the official gang repeatedly evolved, with several characters departing and newcomers introduced. Despite experiencing a few dips in perceived quality along the way, it always managed to bounce back and secured its pop-culture legacy. Even decades later, passion for the show has remained firmly intact. In 1999, it spawned a direct spin-off in the form of Angel, with Boreanaz's titular hero relocating to Los Angeles for his own adventures. Following Buffy the Vampire Slayer's series finale, the saga continued in the form of comic books. With Whedon himself providing input, each run (fittingly titled seasons 8 through 12) was considered just as canonical as the television show. As a result, the established history of Slayers was greatly expanded. Here's a thorough breakdown of every Slayer that's ever appeared or been referenced in either the shows or the comics.
Sineya: The First Slayer
Played by Sharon Ferguson, Sineya made her first appearance in Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 4, episode 22, "Restless". Having been evoked in a spell to defeat Adam, Sineya tried to kill Buffy, Willow, Xander, and Giles. Believing their brief union to be an affront to the role of The Slayer, she attacked them in their dreams. Fortunately, the Scooby Gang was able to defeat her. However, Sineya foreshadowed several events that would come to fruition during Buffy the Vampire Slayer seasons 5 and 6.
A spiritual being known as The Guide would later take Sineya's form to impart further prophetic wisdom — even alluding to the sacrifice Buffy would make after her battle with Glory. Sineya would feature in several more visions during the Buffy the Vampire Slayer comic books. She never had an official Watcher and so the circumstances of her death were never recorded. Her powers would pass directly on, however, birthing the entire Slayer Line.
The Slayer Line: Pre-Buffy (40 - 1899)
Following Sineya, there were several Slayers written about in various tie-in novels and short stories. Unfortunately, earning nary a mention or reference on either Buffy the Vampire Slayer or Angel, they were largely deemed non-canonical. It wouldn't be until the official comic book continuation that the history of the Slayer line was firmly expanded upon.
- Unnamed Roman Slayer: Little is known about this Slayer, even their Watcher's name. However, they were confirmed to have been active between 40 and 41 A.D. They operated almost entirely in Rome, Italy.
- Unnamed Aztec Slayer: Though never given a name, this Slayer appeared in the Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 10 comic series. During the issues Return to Sunnydale, Part One and Part Two it was revealed that this particular Slayer was the nemesis of a creature known as the Soul Glutton. Having traveled to its Hell dimension, she slew its entire family. Active in the 14th century, she often fought with a mystical, energy-draining sword. She would again be mentioned in the later season 10 issue, In Pieces on the Ground, Part Four.
- Unnamed Italian Slayer: Also active in the 14th century, the next Slayer was based in Italy and doubled as a barmaid. She made her debut in The Origin, Part One. Though preceding multiple seasons of the show and the entire comic book continuation, Whedon himself deemed it canonical. This was mostly due to its faithful blending of his original film script and elements established by the TV series. Whedon especially praised the removal of Sutherland's Merrick in favor of the TV version. The Italian Slayer was designed in Swanson's likeness.
- Unnamed British Slayer: Following the death of her Italian predecessor, a noblewoman was called at the age of 16. Though she initially refused her destiny, she ultimately took the stake and the opportunity to become something more. She was also designed in Swanson's likeness.
- Unnamed British Slayer #2: A second unnamed Slayer emerged in England during the Middle Ages. She debuted within the pages of Tales of the Slayers graphic novel — namely the second story, Righteous. Learning of her destiny in a church, she eventually pursued her calling with a religious conviction. In the process, she battled and defeated a notorious vampire named Saint Just. Tragically, her village subsequently labeled her a witch and burned her at the stake. In revenge, her Watcher allowed Saint Just's followers to return and massacre the village.
- Unnamed Spanish Slayer: This particular Slayer is mentioned by Angel in the Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 8, issue 35, "Twilight, Part Four". As he and Buffy ascend to the Twilight realm, their clothes and environment are frequently changed. After Buffy's switched to a Spanish mourning dress, Angel noted it was the traditional attire of a previous Slayer. She had been active in Spain during the 1590s.
- Unnamed South Asian Slayer: Like above, Buffy's attire switched to that of this Slayer while on the Twilight plane of existence. It was comprised of an orange sari and was again noted by Angel. This Slayer was active throughout India during the 17th century. As well as referenced in Twilight, Part Four, she appeared via flashbacks in Twilight, Part Three, during visions in Tales of the Slayers, and again via flashbacks in Fray: Ready, Steady...
- Unnamed Japanese Slayer: Details on this subsequent Slayer are extremely scarce. Active in Japan, they were merely recorded to have died in 1612.
- Unnamed Twilight Slayer: Active during the 1680s, this Slayer was mentioned in Twilight, Part Three. The Watchers Council of the era had mistakenly believed she would be responsible for causing the Twilight apocalypse. In their fear, they all committed suicide by poisoning their own drinks while dining.
- Unnamed Weaponsmith Slayer: This Slayer was mentioned during Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 5, episode 7, "Fool for Love". With Buffy eager to learn more about Slayers and, most especially, their last battles, she and Giles combed through the Watcher diaries. One such entry mentioned a Slayer active in the 18th century — one that forged all of her own weapons.
- Unnamed Hong Kong Slayer: Also active during the 18th century, she debuted alongside some of the above in The Origin, Part One. Active in Hong Kong, she had also worked as a prostitute. With the saga fleshing out the history of the Buffy the Vampire Slayer movie villain, Lothos, she was one of the many Slayers he'd killed over the centuries.
- Claudine: Active in Paris during the French revolution, Claudine debuted in the third story of Tales of the Slayers graphic novel, titled The Innocent. She would later also feature in the Lost and Found one-shot, Notes from the Underground, Part Three, and Twilight, Part Three. Claudine was noted as having a romantic relationship with her Watcher. Ultimately, however, he tricked her into killing an aristocrat, telling her he was a vampire. Afterward, she worked and hunted alone. Unfortunately, she was killed by a random vampire in 1792.
- Yuki Makimura: Originally a non-canonical character, Yuki was eventually elevated to the main continuity, courtesy of an appearance in the final story of the Tales of the Slayers graphic novel. She would later return in Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 8, issue 5, "The Chain". Yuki was called as a Slayer in the 18th century. Trained by a samurai Watcher, she served for two years. Tragically, after her Watcher committed Seppuku, Yuki was captured and sired by The Master (Mark Metcalf). After becoming a vampire, she remained fiercely loyal to The Master. In service of that loyalty, she would attack Sunnydale in an effort to kill Buffy for killing him, and Spike (James Marsters) for ruining The Master's posthumous plans by killing the Anointed One. Yuki would go on to try and resurrect The Master, using Xander Harris as a vessel. She was ultimately killed by Buffy.
- Elizabeth Weston: Throughout 1813, Elizabeth was active throughout Somerset, England. Supported by her unnamed Watcher, Elizabeth assumed the identity of Edward Weston. She did this so that she could better navigate society, avoiding the restrictions imposed on women at the time. The disguise would ultimately pay dividends, with her allowed to attend an exclusive ball as a result. It was there that she landed her most famous kill, slaying an aristocratic vampire named Catherine.
- Naayéé'neizgháni: This Native American Slayer debuted in the fifth story in Tales of the Slayers, titled The Glittering World. She was active circa 1841. After her Watcher was killed, she would track the vampire responsible to the area that would one day become Sunnydale. Already host to various demons and vampires, Naayéé'neizgháni was mortally wounded in the conflict. Regardless, she was successful in avenging her Watcher before she succumbed. Her story would later be relayed to Richard Wilkins (Harry Groener), who wanted to know the land's accursed history prior to establishing the town.
Xin Rong
Originally credited as Chinese Slayer, Xin Rong would later be given a name in subsequent graphic novels. Played by Ming Qiu, Xin first appeared in Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 5, episode 7, "Fool for Love". With Buffy nearly bested by an ordinary vampire, she was eager to learn about previous Slayer defeats. Notorious for defeating two Slayers, Buffy sought to hear from Spike the details of those battles. The first occurred during the Boxer Rebellion of 1900, in, then, Peking, China — back when Spike still traveled with Darla (Julie Benz), Drusilla (Juliet Landau), and Angelus, collectively known as The Whirlwind. Despite Xin being extremely disciplined, Spike was ultimately able to get the upper hand. Xin would make further appearances through flashbacks and visions in Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 8, Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 10, and finally, Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 12.
The Slayer Line: Pre-Buffy (1920 - 1970)
- Unnamed 1920s Slayer: This particular Slayer was one of two noted to have been active in the 1920s. No name or further specifics were ever offered.
- Unnamed 1920s Slayer #2: This particular Slayer was second of two noted to have been active in the 1920s. No name or further specifics were ever offered.
- Unnamed Korean Slayer: Directly mentioned by Sid the Puppet in Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 1, episode 9, "The Puppet Show", this Slayer was active in the 1930s. Prior to being trapped in the body of the ventriloquist's dummy, Sid had been a notable demon hunter. He referenced knowing and as having enjoyed some good times with her, offering no details beyond her being "Korean" and "very hot".
- Unnamed Pilot Slayer: Appearing in the meta comic book series Tales, this Slayer was also active in the 1930s. Details for her are scarce. She was, however, distinguished by her choice to always wear a pilot helmet into battle.
- Rachel O'Connor: Active in 1937, Rachel operated in and around New York City. Her methods usually involved her posing as a blind pencil salesman, in order to lure vampires and monsters to slay. In Tales of the Slayers: Broken Bottle of Djinn, she was recruited by the Office of Strategic Services (OSS). On their behalf, she intercepted and defeated a Nazi spy who was smuggling supernatural artifacts into the United States. Though the spy successfully released a Djinn, Rachel was able to trap it in its bottle again — where it remained until 1997, when it found its way to Sunnydale High School.
- Anni "Sonnenblume": Anni became the Slayer in 1938. Born and raised in Germany, she was indoctrinated into the Hitler Youth growing up. Called at 15, she was guided by her Watcher in recognizing evil. As such, Anni came to see it in the humans around her as well as within demons. From then on, she dedicated herself to combating Nazis as well as vampires. On Kristallnacht (the Night of Broken Glass), Anni even saved the Green family from being taken to a concentration camp. After debuting in Tales of the Slayers: Sonnenblume, the character returned via flashbacks and visions in several other comic stories.
Nikki Wood
Initially credited as the Subway Slayer, Nikki was the second Slayer to appear via flashback in Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 5, episode 7, "Fool for Love". Played by April Weeden, the flashback depicted her similarly engaging Spike in an ill-fated battle, albeit aboard a subway train in New York City. By that point, Nikki had been the Slayer for an impressive seven years. The character would also later be revisited on-screen in Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 7. She first appeared in a new flashback, showing an earlier, less fatal clash with Spike in Central Park. Nikki was this time played by K.D Aubert.
Once it was revealed that Robin Wood (D.B. Woodside) was her son, The First assumed her form to torment and manipulate him. The comics would further flesh out her tenure as a Slayer. In Tales of the Slayers, Nikki was depicted to have been in a relationship with an NYPD police officer named Li. After Li was killed by a vampire named Le Banc, Nikki would personally get revenge upon both him and the giant bat he called a pet. It was also revealed she'd been forced to undergo the traditional Tento di Cruiiamentum trial (battling a vampire without powers) despite being pregnant. Nikki also figured into Buffy's dilemma when she mistakenly believed she was pregnant in Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 9, issue 6, "On Your Own, Part One".
India Cohen
India Cohen's inclusion in the official canon has been widely debated over the years. She was never directly named on either of the shows, nor did she make an appearance in the subsequent comic book continuations. However, appearing in The Book of Fours novel and a short story titled The Code of the Samurai, she perfectly fills one of the most questioned gaps in the Slayer timeline. Active between 1993 and 1996, India was Buffy's direct predecessor. As such, she is held in official esteem by many Buffy the Vampire Slayer fans. Equally, nothing ever overtly contradicted her position.
Born in North Carolina, India became the Slayer while living in Japan. Like Claudine, India fell in love with her young Watcher, Christopher "Kit" Botwell. She would ultimately sacrifice herself to save both him and her family. India's ghost would go on to briefly possess Willow before she once again sacrificed herself. India was briefly referenced in Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 2, episode 21, "Becoming, Part One" — when Angel's associate, Whistler (Max Perlich), remarked that Buffy was "prettier than the last one".
Buffy Summers
Gellar debuted as Buffy Summers in Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 1, episode 1, "Welcome to the Hellmouth". With a history that already felt lived in, Buffy would go on to save the world... a lot. In terms of Big Bads alone, Buffy and her friends successfully defeated The Master, Angelus, The Mayor, Adam (George Hertzberg), Glory (Clare Kramer), The Trio plus Dark Willow, and, finally, The First Evil. She would occasionally lose her life in the process. However, much like the quality of the show itself, she would always bounce back. With Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 7, episode 22, "Chosen", the journey of Buffy Summers was left with a brief smile and the question of, "What are we gonna do now?"
The answer to that question would come in the official Buffy the Vampire Slayer comic books. Having turned every potential Slayer into a full-fledged one, Buffy helped to establish the Slayer Organization. As the world became more and more aware of the supernatural elements among them, Buffy remained steadfast in her duty to protect it. Firstly, she became aware of an ancient and prophesized threat known as Twilight. Though Buffy successfully defeated it, she did so at the cost of all magic in the world. Buffy then settled in San Francisco and continued her duties as fresh threats emerged from the new status quo. Once magic was restored, Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 12 saw her tackle one last apocalypse in the form of The Reckoning — an event that, even when defeated, irrevocably affected the entire timeline. When last seen, Buffy sat down to enjoy the closest thing she'd had to a day off since her brief tenure as a rat in season 2.
Kendra Young
Played by Bianca Lawson, Kendra served as a Slayer from May 1997 to May 1998. Acknowledged as a potential Slayer from a young age, her parents gave up custody of Kendra to her Watcher. As a result, she would grow up extremely well-versed in the lore, and became fiercely dedicated to her calling. After Buffy briefly died at the hands of The Master, Kendra was officially activated. She made her official debut in Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 2, episode 9, "What's My Line, Part One", having traveled from Jamaica to Sunnydale. Her interactions with the Scooby Gang served to soften and lighten her demeanor. She would later return in Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 2, episode 21, "Becoming, Part One". During that episode, she was tragically killed by Drusilla. Throughout the show, she never had a surname. Whedon himself, however, attributed one to her ahead of a subsequent video game. Kendra would only make one brief appearance in the comics, courtesy of a vision in the last issue.
Faith Lehane
Played by Eliza Dushku, Faith made her debut in Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 3, episode 3, "Faith, Hope & Trick". Like Kendra, she initially wasn't given a last name until the video game. Activated in the wake of Kendra's death, Faith fled to Sunnydale when her Watcher was murdered. She quickly joined the Scooby ranks, operating as the Yin to Buffy's Yang. After killing the Deputy Mayor, mistaking him for a vampire, she quickly descended to the dark side. Siding with The Mayor, who became somewhat of a father figure, she murderously helped him towards his ascension. After his defeat and some time in a coma, Faith would engage in some more acts of villainy. Defeated yet again by Buffy and her friends, she left Sunnydale for Los Angeles.
Once there, she was hired by Wolfram & Hart to kill Angel in Angel season 1, episode 18, "Five by Five". At first, Faith embraced the task, attacking Angel openly and torturing Wesley Wyndam-Price. However, she eventually gave in to her inner turmoil, and broke down in Angel's arms. With his help, Faith committed to a path of redemption — even surrendering to the police and willingly going to prison for her crimes. She would later escape in order to help restore Angel's soul before returning to Sunnydale and helping Buffy defeat The First. Surviving the final battle, Faith's redemptive journey would continue in the comics. She appeared in every comic book season of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, yet again surviving loyally (if sometimes contrastingly) alongside Buffy to the very end. Faith also featured heavily in Angel's own on-the-page continuation and partnered up with him for the titular Faith & Angel comics.
Kennedy
Played by Iyari Limon, Kennedy was one of the potential Slayers who arrived in Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 7. As one of the more outspoken, she often questioned Buffy's leadership, and later concurred with evicting Buffy from the team. She also developed a romantic relationship with Willow. Both elements would continue long into the comics after Kennedy had been activated as a full Slayer and survived the final battle in the Buffy the Vampire Slayer series finale. After briefly moving to Brazil and then to New York, however, Kennedy and Willow would part ways. Regardless, Kennedy remained a steadfast ally when needed. She would also go on to form her own security company, Deepscan, which, at one point or another, would go on to briefly count Buffy, Faith, and several other Slayers as employees.
Rona
Played by Indigo, Rona was another potential Slayer. Unlike some, she never had a Watcher, but made her way to Sunnydale all the same. Often cynical and pessimistic, Rona—like Kennedy—also clashed with Buffy but was ultimately activated as a full Slayer. Despite accruing several injuries, she, too, survived the final battle with The First. During the comics, Rona would relocate to Chicago and become the leader of the Slayer faction there. As the leader, she personally chose the recruit that would become the second Buffy Summers' decoy. She would also clash with a future rogue Slayer named Simone Doffler, prompting Rona to transfer Simone to Andrew Wells' branch in Italy. It was a move Buffy herself didn't view all-too-favorably.
Violet
Played by Felicia Day, Violet was another potential Slayer that was sent to Buffy for protection. Unlike some, she had lived with and been mentored by a Watcher. Unfortunately, they had adopted an extremely sheltered approach to the training. She would complain that she'd only ever seen a blurry photograph of a vampire. Regardless, her skills and confidence grew throughout the seasons. They were even more realized when she was activated as a full Slayer. In the comics, she would appear with Andrew on a Slayer recruitment commercial, before becoming the leader of the Slayer Organization's New York branch. In that capacity, she would aid against several threats, including Twilight.
Amanda
Played by Sarah Hagan, Amanda made her debut in Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 7, episode 4, "Help". Seemingly a normal (if somewhat dysfunctional) student, Amanda was first glimpsed seeking advice from Buffy, working in her capacity as a school counselor. Amanda later returned in Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 7, episode 12, "Potential". With it, audiences learned that she, rather than Dawn, was a Slayer-in-waiting. Staying and bonding with the others—especially over games of Dungeons and Dragons—she was activated into a full Slayer for the final battle. Unfortunately, her tenure was shorter than many of the others. Despite fighting valiantly, Amanda was killed by a Turok-Han in front of a wounded Buffy. She wasn't resurrected for the comics.
Chao-Ahn
Played by Kristy Wu, Chao-Ahn made her first appearance in Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 7, episode 14, "First Date". Another potential Slayer, she was up in Shanghai and brought to Sunnydale by Giles. Only able to speak Cantonese, Chao-Ahn was largely unable to communicate with the others. Regardless, they found a way to include her in the training and take her out on missions. It was also conveyed that she was lactose intolerant. Activated along with the others, Chao-Ahn was present for the final battle. She even managed to be one of the few to come out of it alive. Despite that, she didn't feature in the subsequent comics.
Shannon
Played by Mary Wilcher, Shannon debuted in Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 7, episode 18, "Dirty Girls". En-route to Sunnydale, she was attacked by a group of Bringers, but ultimately rescued. Unfortunately, her savior turned out to be a psychotic preacher named Caleb. Played by Nathan Fillion, he gave Shannon a message to pass along to Buffy. After whispering it, Caleb immediately stabbed Shannon and kicked out of the car. She was promptly found by Willow and Faith, who took her to hospital. After some time to recover, she gave Buffy the message — which ultimately led the group into a trap. She would return for the final battle in Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 7, episode 22, "Chosen". She also survived the destruction of Sunnydale, but wasn't mentioned again.
Caridad
Played by Dania Ramirez, Caridad first appeared in Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 7, episode 18, "Dirty Girls". Originally named Kelly in the script, she was renamed after Ramirez was cast. Often glimpsed in the background, she became a central part of the team after Buffy was expelled. She took part in the mission to capture a Bringer for interrogation. She was also part of the raiding party that was ultimately caught in an explosion and ambushed. Caridad was one of the few to survive. Though she was last seen in Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 7, episode 21, "End of Days", it was confirmed that she was activated as a full Slayer, and fought in the Battle at the Hellmouth. Though it was also subsequently confirmed that Caridad again survived, she wasn't featured in the comics.
Colleen
Played by The O.C.'s Rachel Bilson, Colleen was another who debuted in Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 7, episode 18, "Dirty Girls". She would appear only once, during an erotic dream of Xander's. While in bed, he imagined her coming to him for fearful comfort. Caridad also featured in the dream, turning the scenario into the beginnings of a threesome. After Xander was interrupted and woken up, Colleen wasn't seen again. Not counted among the fallen in the previous ambushes, it's presumed that she was activated and made it to the final battle. Whether she ultimately survived, however, is unknown. She also never featured in the comics.
Dominique
Dominique was the reason Xander was snapped out of his aforementioned revelry. Though she wasn't seen, she was directly referenced by Rona. According to her, Dominique had developed stomach flu. And, with the toilet no longer working, Rona and a handful of other potential Slayers called on Xander to fix it. Like Colleen, it's unclear whether Dominique recovered enough to take part in the final battle. Whatever the case, she was never referenced as dead, and so was likely activated as a full Slayer. Regardless, there's no record of her ultimate fate.
Dana
Another The O.C. alum, Navi Rawat, guest-starred as another newly activated Slayer during Angel season 5, episode 11, "Damage". It marked one of the final few crossovers between Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel. After she escaped from a psychiatric hospital, Angel and Spike learned that Dana had been kidnapped and tortured when she was 10. Already traumatized, Dana was now also plagued by the memories of previous Slayers. These included Nikki Wood and Xin Rong. As a result, she mistakenly believed that Spike was her kidnapper. Angel was ultimately able to talk her into telling the truth, though not before she chopped off Spike's hands. With Andrew Wells (Tom Lenk) sent by Giles to help, Dana ended up tranquilized and taken in by the new Council. A younger version of Dana is played by Jasmine Di Angelo. The character didn't feature again in the comics.
Buffy Summers Decoy
Acting on information given to them by Andrew, both Angel and Spike ventured to Rome, Italy in Angel season 5, episode 12, "The Girl in Question". Buffy was reportedly there, partying and now dating an old rival of Angel and Spike's named The Immortal. As it would turn out, however, it wasn't actually Buffy herself. Instead, it was an unknown Slayer who had merely taken on her name and likeness in order to act as a very public decoy. She would later be mentioned, though never named, in multiple issues of the Buffy the Vampire Slayer comics. Therein, it would be revealed that the use of Buffy decoys was a widespread tactic, with more active around the globe.
The Slayer Line: Post-Buffy
- Unnamed Injured Slayer: Played by Lisa Ann Cabasa, this Slayer was glimpsed following the final battle, injured but helping Violet carry Rona onto the school bus. She was never given a name, only credited as "Injured Girl".
- Unnamed Softball Slayer: Played by Demetra Raven, this Slayer was glimpsed in the montage of various Slayers being activated. She initially stepped up to bat nervously, until she felt the surge of her new powers and grew instantly more confident. The script for the episode described her as 12-years-old.
- Unnamed Japanese Slayer #2: Played by Ally Maki, this Slayer was also seen in the montage. Enjoying dinner with her family in Japan, she backed away from the table as her powers emerged.
- Unnamed South Asian Slayer #2: Played by Katie Gray, this Slayer was briefly seen in India during the aforementioned montage. After falling out of the chair at her writing desk, her powers activated as she laid on the floor.
- Unnamed Student Slayer: This Slayer's powers activated while she was at school. Briefly knocked off balance by the internal shift, she had to support herself against the lockers. It's left unclear where in the world she was. It's also unknown who played her in the montage.
- Unnamed Trailer Girl Slayer: Played by Jenna Edwards, this Slayer was seen in the montage opposite an abusive man. As she braced herself for another hit, her powers activated and allowed her to block the strike. She immediately stood up with a defiant look on her face, now able to fight back.
- Kira: Based in Transylvania, Kira was a Slayer that went to Buffy for help after Xander was once more entranced by Dracula. Kira was also briefly under the thrall of the iconic vampire.
- Unnamed Transylvania Slayer: This Slayer worked with Kira in Romania, and aided Buffy in the rescue of Xander.
- Unnamed LA Slayer: This Slayer was activated in Los Angeles. She would go on to stake a vampire by the name of Tom Mitchell.
- Unnamed Team Angel Slayer #1-3: This trio of Slayers appeared in the Angel comics. Captured by Charles Gunn's vampire army, they were used in training. Spelled by a demon named Non, they were resurrected each time they died. Eventually rescued by Spike, they would later fight alongside Angel and his allies.
- Leah: Once activated, Leah was a member of Buffy's team in Scotland and one of her most trusted Slayers. After magic was temporarily removed from the world, she joined Kennedy's security company. In that capacity, she would later fight alongside the Scooby Gang against vampires and zompires in California.
- Satsu: In the wake of becoming a full Slayer, Satsu quickly became known as one of the Slayer Organization's best fighters. She would go on to form a friendship (and even a brief sexual relationship) with Buffy. Ultimately, however, she moved on to become the leader of the Tokyo branch. Once the Slayer organization was disbanded, she joined the United States Armed Forces.
- Rowena: Working with Satsu and Leah, Rowena was also part of Buffy's Scotland squadron after being activated. She was even put in charge when Buffy had to leave to save Willow. She would go on to successfully coordinate an evacuation of their headquarters when it was attacked. Rowena also led the charge in the subsequent battle.
- Renee: After being activated, Renee was also stationed in Scotland. There, she enjoyed a flirtation and, eventually, a relationship with Xander. Renee would accompany him to Transylvania to deal with Dracula. Unfortunately, Renee was killed by a Japanese vampire named Toru, after the group was led into a trap. Xander personally scattered her ashes.
- Donna: After becoming a full Slayer, Donna would go on to be the leader of the Barcelona branch in Spain.
- Gia: This Slayer was a friend and ally of Rowena's. Gia would often tease her about her infatuation with Xander. She was also present when Amy Madison attacked the Slayers' base in Scotland with an army of zombies.
- Buffy Summers Decoy #2: A second Buffy decoy was revealed in Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 8, issue 5, "The Chain". Unlike the one in Rome, she was chosen by Rona and tasked with hunting an underground demon named Yamanh. She was successful in her quest, uniting several supernatural factions against him. Her actions would ultimately save the entire world, though she died in the process and would receive no named recognition.
- Genevieve "Gigi" Savidge: After becoming an official Slayer, Gigi was rapidly seduced by the dark side. After failing to assassinate and usurp Buffy, she was recruited by Twilight's forces and killed Slayers in the name of training. Faith was sent by Rupert Giles to deal with her. Though she tried to guide Gigi the way Angel had guided her, Faith ultimately killed her in battle. The act would make Faith more committed than ever to help troubled Slayers like herself.
- Unnamed British Slayer #3: Despite being activated, this Slayer never joined the Slayer Organization. Instead, she was abducted by a warlock named Roden and used in Gigi's training. She was released into some secluded woods, with Gigi tasked with hunting her. Gigi was ultimately successful and killed the unnamed Slayer for ruining her favorite shirt.
- Aiko: Activated as a full Slayer, Aiko was the leader of the Tokyo branch before Satsu. When Buffy's scythe was stolen, Aiko was tasked with tracking down the culprit: Toru. Unfortunately, he realized she was coming. Using a magical amulet, Toru depowered and then brutally killed her. He would later use her body on a welcome sign, designed to warn and torment other Slayers.
- Simone Doffler: Another rogue Slayer, Simone rapidly became disillusioned after her activation. Leaving the organization and taking several others with her, Simone headed up her own Squad based on an island near Milan. More prone to gun violence and criminal behavior, they clashed with Buffy's forces on several occasions. As Simone's vendetta against Buffy grew, she ultimately sided with the villainous Severin and even allowed herself to become a vampire. Simone was perpetually defeated, despite often coming close to victory.
- Soledad: Formerly a member of a gang called Las Cuchillas, Soledad opted not to join the Slayer Organization after being activated. Instead, she hunted vampires alone. After targetting Harmony Kendall (Mercedes McNab), Soledad was ultimately killed live on her television show. Her death would contribute to Slayers being viewed negatively by the vampire-adoring public.
- Ayumi: This Slayer was a part of Satsu's squad in Tokyo.
- Malita: Post-activation, Malita also joined Satsu's team in Tokyo.
- Nisha: Originally a member of the Slayer Organization, Nisha ultimately left to be a member of Simone's rogue group. She had a particular hatred of Andrew Wells, which she expressed after they briefly captured him.
- Unnamed Italian Slayer #2: As the leader of Andrew's Rome-based squad, this otherwise unnamed Slayer led the charge in rescuing him. In the process, they saved Buffy from being outnumbered during a similar rescue attempt. Despite retrieving Andrew, they had to flee before neutralizing Simone's group, due to their reliance on firearms.
- Courtney: After some misguided attempts at Slaying on her own, Courtney was saved by Giles and Faith. She subsequently traveled with them to Hänselstadt, Germany, where there was said to be a sanctuary for Slayers wanting to forgo their calling. When it turned out to be a trap, she helped Faith and Giles kill the demon in charge and then battle a horde of vampires.
- Alexia: Living in Nashua, New Hampshire, Alexia hid her Slayer identity after being activated. This was largely due to vampires being widely beloved. During The Thrill, a one-shot crossover between Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 8 and Tales, Alexia's best friend, Jacob became enthralled by the creatures. Like Riley Finn (Marc Blucas) in Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 5, Jacob allowed them to feed on him. After he was ultimately turned, however, Alexia dusted his sire. In revenge, Jacob drained Alexia and gave her the choice of dying or being turned. What option she officially decided was never revealed.
- Posey: Serving as a member of Andrew's squad in Italy, Posey was fluent in Latin and was forced to flee their headquarters with the others. She was tragically killed by demons during an ambush arranged by Warren Mears (Adam Busch) and Amy Madison (Elizabeth Anne Allen).
- Saabira: Initially growing up in the shadow of the Taliban, Saabira's activated powers allowed her to relocate and reinvent herself. Joining the Slayer Organization, she was a firm part of Buffy's squad in Scotland. There, she formed a sisterhood with the others and took joy in fighting for what she truly believed in. Unfortunately, while on a mission in Tibet, Saabira was shot by agents of Twilight. Buffy held her hand as she died.
- Cori: This fully-activated Slayer made her first and only appearance in Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 8, issue 32, "Twilight, Part One". Having been trained in Atlanta, Cori was based in a safe house at the Atchafalaya Basin near Morgan City, Louisiana. Cori and her allies were attacked by an anti-Slayer mob and then dumped in the nearby marsh. Willow found her shortly before she died. Though Willow offered to heal her, Cori insisted she not waste her magic and asked that Buffy not be told she had failed in her mission.
- Unnamed Tokyo Slayer: This Slayer was a fierce member of Satsu's squad, glimpsed briefly in Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 8, issue 37, "Last Gleaming, Part Two". In the aftermath of Twilight's creation, and with Satsu absent, she led the charge in battling its interdimensional forces, known as Placenturians. She was later helped by a Twilight-empowered version of Angel.
- Unnamed French Slayer: This Slayer was based in France and similarly seen battling Placenturian creatures. With Angel teleporting around the globe to help, she was successfully able to behead one. As she enquired as to what they were, however, Angel merely excused himself and teleported away — leaving her to continue the fight.
- Unnamed San Francisco Slayer #1: Dubbed "Breathless" by Buffy, this Slayer retaliated after the Seed of Wonder was destroyed and magic was taken away. Attacking Buffy, she was quickly defeated.
- Unnamed San Francisco Slayer #2: Described as heavyset, this Slayer was also present for the ambush on Buffy. Equally blaming her for there being no magic, she demanded that Buffy leave town. When Buffy refused, she also tried to fight her. She was just as swiftly defeated.
- Unnamed San Francisco Slayer #3: The third member of the trio was an African-American Slayer. After first trying to intimidate Buffy at the coffee shop where she worked, she took part in the ambush. Though she came more armed, with a bat being her weapon of choice, she was also soundly beaten up.
- Nadira: After her activation, Nadira was initially based in the Azores in Portugal. After the death of several friends and allies, she relocated to London, England and vowed revenge on those she deemed responsible — which included Angel. Debuting in Angel & Faith issue 1, "Live Through This, Part One", she maintained a tenuous friendship with Faith Lehane, despite her quest. Over time, she successfully managed to kill those on her list. Thanks to Faith, however, Nadira came around to forgiving Angel and often fought alongside him. After she was mutated by the mystical Plague Ball, she moved to a supernatural sanctuary for such beings, called Magic Town. There, Nadira became adept at magic and ultimately became the area's primary guardian.
- Daphne: This Slayer was a surviving member of the London squad. As such, she was a known friend and ally of Nadira's. After several deaths within their unit, she opted to leave behind slaying for a normal life.
- Anaheed: After being activated as a Slayer, Anaheed opted to keep her status a secret. She hid it so well that many within the Slayer Organization (including Xander, Willow, and even Buffy herself) remained oblivious of her for a long time. Anaheed would, however, later become roommates with Buffy. After magic was erased from the world, Anaheed was one of the few that harbored no ill-will towards Buffy and remained completely loyal.
- Marianne: A member of Faith's London-based squad, she was deemed technically capable but lacking the killer instinct. As a result, Faith encouraged her to give up slaying for a normal life. Marianne refused to abandon her friends, however, and was soon tragically killed by Drusilla. Marianne's death was the reason for Daphne's departure and served as fuel for Nadira's revenge. Nadira would also attempt to bring her back to life. Unfortunately, Marianne's form was merely reanimated by Eyghon the Sleepwalker as part of his zombie army.
- Vanessa: Active in London, Vanessa was a Slayer that was killed during a zombie ambush and was also subsequently resurrected as part of Eyghon's army.
- Tessa Freer: Once activated, Tessa was assigned to Rona's squad in Chicago. However, she would ultimately abandon them in favor of Simone's rogue group. Despite being a loyal and willing member, Simone would force her to undergo experiments. As a result of those experiments, Tessa became a hybrid of Slayer, Vampire, and Zombie. She was subsequently killed during a confrontation with Buffy and her friends.
- Holly: She was a member of Kennedy's Deepscan security company. In that capacity, Holly helped Buffy and the rest of the Scoobies hunt and defeat a group of new and evolved vampires.
- Mai: Another member of Deepscan, Mai was a Slayer initially assigned to bodyguard a rockstar named Billy Rage. It was soon revealed that he was a demon, however, and things went awry. In the aftermath, Mai joined Faith and several others in tracking down Riley Finn — who had gone missing alongside his wife, Samantha, in the jungles of South America.
- Nell: The third Slayer member of Deepscan, Nell was similarly tasked to protect Billy Rage and track down Riley, his wife, and a man named Walt Zane. When the squad was attacked in the jungle by evolved vampires, Nell wasn't as lucky as some. Impaled by a spear, Nell had to be evacuated in order to receive medical attention.
- Martina: Another Deepscan employee, Martina was the Slayer tasked with getting Nell out of the jungle and to a doctor. In the comics, Faith amusingly got the pair mixed up, thinking Martina was the injured one and that Nell was the survivor.
- Tonia Marsh: Named the leader of the jungle rescue mission, Tonia proved even less fortunate than Nell. When the ambush occurred, shortly after their arrival in South America, Tonia was bitten and killed by an evolved vampire.
- Sarah: The final member of the jungle team, Sarah was an African-American Slayer. Also caught in the aforementioned ambush, she held Tonia as she died. Unfortunately, Sarah herself died in an identical fashion only moments later.
- Jordan: Modeled after Ronda Rousey, Jordan was a Slayer that was also a licensed military contractor. Recruited by the supernatural division of the government, she was designated a peacekeeper under the Supernatural Crisis Act and given authority over an area known as the Safe Zone. With ties to Deepscan, Jordan had previously met Buffy and considered her the best Slayer. As such, Jordan repeatedly tried to recruit Buffy and viewed her with moderate animosity whenever she refused.
Melaka Fray
A Slayer from the 23rd century, Melaka debuted in Fray issue #1: Big City Girl. By that point in the timeline, no Slayer had been called in over 200 years, and the world had become more or less a Hell on Earth. Based in Haddyn (formerly Manhattan, New York), Melaka initially exploited her new powers to make a living as a thief. Ultimately, however, she reckoned with the destiny behind them and battled vampires to save her community and the world. The endeavor would put her into conflict with her twin brother, Harth — who would go on to be the last of Buffy the Vampire Slayer's infamous Big Bads.
Time-traveling back to the 21st century, Melaka teamed up with Buffy and the rest of her group in order to finally defeat him. As he absorbed the power of countless Slayers, it proved too much for him and his body began to break down. Taking advantage, Buffy and Melaka, together, delivered the killing blow. As a result of Melaka's jaunt to the past, the timeline had been set on a completely different course. With Willow especially determined to further prevent the Hellscape that was Haddyn from coming back into being, Melaka returned to an entirely different future than the one she'd left. There she was greeted by four more unidentified Slayers, who welcomed her like family and with open arms.
Equally, Buffy Summers received a happy ending of her own. As such, the loop was officially closed on what ended up being an exhaustive Slayer mythology — with further Slayers and adventures (present and future) left entirely to the imagination. Until the inevitable Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot, that is.