10 Best Spy x Family Yor Moments That Prove Why She's Anime's Most Iconic Heroine in Years (2024)

Yor Forger, from the hit series Spy x Family, has become one of anime's most iconic heroines in recent years. When Spy x Family first premiered in 2022, fans were blown away by Wit Studio's take on the action-packed comedy based on the manga by Tatsuya Endo. The wholesome family dynamic between the Forgers made the series an instant classic that continues to delight fans, as proven by the show's first movie breaking box office records in Japan. However, it's the characters that have kept viewers coming back for more.

The Forgers themselves have become the endearing heart of Spy x Family and its fanbase. Each member of the found family has their own quirks that have made them beloved by viewers everywhere. Loid's constant dedication to completing his mission has led to some hilarious moments where he comes off as a lovable goofball. Anya's determination and naivety have made her an instant favorite among fans, on top of having faces that have become some of the show's most memable moments. However, Yor has stood out among the trio as the most interesting, delivering some of the series' most iconic moments that have made her into one of the best anime heroines in years.

10 Yor Rushes Anya's Gym Clothes to Her School

Season 1, Episode 19, Mission: "Mama Becomes the Wind"

While being one of Ostania's deadliest assassins is Yor's secret profession, this doesn't mean that she's heartless. In fact, she's one of the most caring anime mothers in the medium. Case in point is a sweet moment where she realizes that Anya has left her gym clothes at home. She quickly uses her enhanced speed to maneuver through the streets and rushed to Eden Academy to deliver them to her. However, all of her efforts end up being for naught as Anya tells her she didn't even have gym that day.

Even though her mission ended up being a complete misunderstanding, this sweet moment shows just how compassionate Yor can be for those she cares about. She immediately prioritized getting Anya what she thought she needed for class, putting everything else on hold to ensure she wouldn't get in trouble. Plus, with some epic parkour sequences backed up by her immense training in knowing her surroundings, the fact she's able to make it to Eden Academy in record time is a great highlight of her dedication.

9 Yor Enjoys a Day Off with the Forgers After an Intense Mission

Season 2, Episode 10, Mission: "Enjoy the Resort to the Fullest"

Following season 2's intense cruise ship arc, a break from the action was needed, given how close to death Yor was throughout the story. This relieving storyline shows just how wonderful Yor is as a mother, even if her marriage to Loid is based on a lie to protect her secrets from her cover job. She dedicates the whole day to doing various activities with Anya. She even risks her wounds being seen just so the group can go scuba-diving.

While Yor's double life as an assassin is where a lot of the intrigue behind her character lies, it's these small moments as the mother of the Forger family that has made her so iconic. She's always doing her best to be a great role model for Anya, even if she has to risk exposing her secrets to do it. Despite everything, she's earned the title of one of anime's best mother-figures, and this slice-of-life story inbetween the action proves it.

8 Yor Rushes Becky to the Doctor

Season 2, Episode 11, Mission: "Berlint in Love"

While this is undoubtedly one of the funniest Spy x Family moments, the humor actually comes from a heartfelt place that shows Yor's compassion isn't limited to the Forgers or her brother, Yuri. When Anya's friend, Becky, invites herself over, she attempts to woo Loid, whom she's developed a crush on. However, when she takes things too far by pretending to be drunk, Yor panics and rushes her to the doctor in an intense sequence.

The panic in Becky's face mixed with Yor's determination to make sure she's safe is incredibly funny. However, it's also very sweet to see how she doesn't use her speedy manuevers just to ensure Anya gets her gym clothes. She's actually empathetic about everyone, despite her profession, based on how much she does to make sure Becky arrives safely. She even launches her into the air to take a hit from an oncoming car before catching her and continuing. It's amazing to see how much Yor will endure just to protect the peace of those around her, even if it's a hilarious misunderstanding.

7 Yor Destroys a Test-Your-Strength Machine

Season 2, Episode 11, Mission: "Berlint in Love"

Taking place not too long after Yor attempted to rush Becky to the doctor, this hilarious sequence is an excellent example of why Yor has become a fan-favorite fighter, on top of being a great mom. When Becky challenges her to see who can score higher on a Test-Your-Strength machine, Yor humors her and agrees. However, while Becky doesn't even hit the target, Yor immediately destroys the machine with one swing, shocking everyone.

This hysterical demonstration of Yor's strength shows she can't be underestimated. Yor is an incredibly strong assassin that's capable of epic feats of strength, even if her appearance suggests otherwise. Loid's reaction alone is priceless when he realizes just how strong the woman he married for his mission is, and it's a great comedic moment that doubles as a demonstration of how powerful Yor really is.

6 Yor Takes Cooking Classes to Better Her Cooking Skills

Season 1, Episode 16, Mission: "Yor's Kitchen"

Yor's lack of ability to cook has been a running gag throughout Spy x Family for a while. While the reason for this is tied to a pretty tragic moment from her childhood, she's shown disappointment in her lack of cooking skills whenever she sees Anya and Loid react in fear whenever she offers to cook. This shining moment where Yor secretly takes cooking classes from a coworker is one of her best storylines because it shows how much she wants to improve. Not only does she want to improve for the sake of her new family, but it's something she wants to do for herself as well.

While the episode does continue to joke about how bad Yor's cooking is, it's remarkable to see how much she doesn't back down when things get rough. She actually manages to cook one tasty dish that even Anya and Loid can't deny tastes delicious. Yor's determination has become a common trait of hers since it's key to her being an assassin. The fact that it translates to her wanting to better a skill she's not good at is a remarkable feat from her, showing just how well-rounded she is as a character.

5 Yor Fights Loid to Protect Anya (While Drunk)

Season 1, Episode 5, Mission: "Will They Pass or Fail?"

It's been widely speculated by fans whether Loid or Yor would win in a fight should they discover each other's true identities and decide they need to eliminate the other. Various theories have put one on top of the other constantly, but the series actually features an iconic moment that ultimately decides this debate fairly well. When the Forgers re-enact an episode of Bondman to celebrate Anya getting into Eden Academy, Loid actually ends up fighting Yor as she takes on the role of an evil witch while she's drunk on wine.

The fascinating thing about this fight is, despite Yor's handicap, she's clearly beating Loid. In fact, he even points out how powerful she is as she continues to not hold back punches in a bid to protect Anya. If not for her completely passing out on her own, it's entirely possible Loid could have easily been defeated by her, making this moment an important one as it shows just how capable Yor is to beat her fake husband in a fight.

4 Yor Rescues Anya from Terrorists

Season 1, Episode 13, Mission: "Project Apple"

Despite wedding into the Forgers to protect her identity as an assassin, it's clear that Yor has taken a caring position as Anya's mother, unlike Loid who's more focused on his mission. Nowhere is this more evident than when Anya is nearly harmed by a group of terrorists when she first interacted with the family's future pet, Bond.

The way she immediately drops down on the enemy to ensure Anya's safety has become absolutely iconic for fans, signalling just how far she'll go to ensure her new daughter is safe. What's even better is the way she's able to stave off an attack dog just by snarling at it. She's not afraid to get nasty when she needs to, which has made fans see her as one of anime's greatest maternal figures of all time.

3 Yor's Childhood Shows She Learned Her Motherly Skills Caring for Yuri

Season 1, Episode 8, Mission: "The Counter-Secret Police Cover Operation"

Every member of the Forger family has had a fairly tragic backstory to explain how they intersected into each other's lives. For Yor, her past is a pretty sad one as she was left alone to care for her brother, Yuri, after their parents died. However, her forced independence ultimately serves as the basis for how she would grow up later in the series. Seeing her take on an assassin role to protect Yuri at such a young age is both sweet and heartbreaking as fans learn she had to grow up incredibly quick to spare Yuri the pains of needing to do the same.

Plus, in later episodes, it's shown that her lack of cooking skills came from this very backstory as well since Yuri kept saying her cooking was good so he wouldn't hurt her feelings. It's a sad moment that is tied to Yor's character throughout the series. However, it's an important one that has made her such a beloved character among fans.

2 Yor Confesses Her Insecurities to Loid

Season 1, Episode 24, Mission: "The Role of a Mother and Wife"

In an overall funny episode, this Yor moment actually had a meaningful connection between Loid and Yor that shaped their relationship going forward. The story is entirely hinged on Yor's insecurities about being the mother and wife of the Forger family. However, after getting drunk and slapping Loid so hard that he goes flying across the bar, the two sit in a park, and she talks to him about her feelings.

It's an incredibly heartfelt scene as Yor lets everything she's been worried about out, filling Loid in on why she's acting so different. After all, she felt that Fiona Frost, aka Agent Nightfall, was a better match for him and was willing to give up her role for his happiness. However, even though Loid essentially puts on a façade to get her to stay, his words to encourage her are important, since he essentially says she's more important than she gives herself credit for, and he would never think of replacing her. While Yor would eventually forget the entire conversation due to her being incredibly drunk at the time, the moment is still very well done and a highlight of Yor's character.

1 Yor Discovers Her Purpose Mid-Fight

Season 2, Episode 8, Mission: "The Symphony Upon the Ship"

In what's undoubtedly the best Spy x Family mission so far, Yor finds herself facing off against a league of assassins to protect a surviving member of a notorious crime family. However, throughout the arc, she's been questioning why she continues to be an assassin, as most of the reasons she thought she was fighting for no longer apply to her. However, as she's about to be killed by a ruthless swordsman, she makes an important revelation: she continues to be the Thorn Princess to protect the peace of those she loves.

The cruise ship arc has been a defining storyline for Yor's character as it dived deeper into who Yor is and why she continues to kill. This crucial moment at her lowest point has set her up for future seasons to come by showing that she isn't the type to give up so easily. While there are people she cares for, she will always fight to ensure they live peaceful lives. Seeing her stand up and say she won't give up is a defining moment for her character, putting her in the spotlight as a crucial member of the Forgers. It's Yor Forger's most iconic moment in Spy x Family, and it has undoubtedly made her one of anime's most iconic heroines in a long time.

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Spy x Family

Created by Tatsuya Endo, Spy X Family is an action-adventure comedy anime that follows the misadventures of a found family with unique quirks. The story follows spy Twilight (known as Loid Forger), who, while on assignment, builds a fake family to get closer to his target. Unbeknownst to him, his new family carries their quirks. His wife, Yor, is a kind but deadly assassin, while his daughter, Anya, has telepathic powers - and is the only one who knows their secrets.