Skeletor is an extremely powerful sorcerer with control over a vast range of dark magical powers, such as the ability to teleport himself and others over vast distances, send telepathic commands to his minions, grow plants, hypnotize, cast illusions, reflect magic, project freezing rays, and open gateways between dimensions. He also possesses considerable scientific skill, and is shown to have skill in creating various machines and devices in both the "Filmation" and "New Adventures" animated series. The 2002 series also shows him as a highly skilled swordsman, wielding dual swords and taking on multiple opponents.