So did a countdown for best ruler for the princesses and the princes. All around at the end of the film the princes change (sometimes more than the princesses) and so some could be better rulers than others. Now time for the rankings.

10: Naveen

I know Naveen was going go out first because of being the prince that got kicked out of his kingdom. Everyone said he just get bored and leave the palace to go play ukulele. But now that he’s with Tiana he may be a better ruler.
Comments
"He'd be too preoccupied with the fun part of life, to actually pay attention to his duties as a ruler." BelleAnastasia
"I agree...he doesn't even manage to concentrate on serving, I can totally see him just leaving an important meeting because it bores him." Swanpride

9: John Smith

I have to disagree with John Smith going out so soon and leaving worst rulers. He would have used his world smarts to keep peace in a kingdom but as people pointed out peace wouldn’t stay like that for long.
Comments
"Difficult, but I think that John Smith would want excitement too much- he might go starting a war just for a change of scenery." rhythmicmagic
"I don´t think he would stay in one place as he´s too adventurous. So he wouldn´t be able to rule in a proper way." CodyVenusTrent
"John Smith has clearly shown that he is good with leading and with people, and he is one of the more responsible princes." Jayden-G

8: Eugene Fitzherbert/Flynn Rider

His thieving ways would make him an awful ruler everyone said and that the king and queen were playing favorites by not killing him. I really disagreed. He would have been a great ruler maybe top 3 (which was a kind of disappointing top three), he could have used his wisdom of what was wrong with the kingdom to make the kingdom better and robber free. But no one agreed while a worst ruler kept one jump ahead still.
Comments
"I know Aladdin lied (Jasmine at least understood why he did it) but overall he does try to do what's right. Flynn did an unselfish thing in the end, which is good, but shows no remorse at all for his entire history of stealing (and he's dishonest, too). I'd like to see the scene where her parents realize it was him that stole the tiara. Haha." AudreyFreak
"I originally chose Aladdin, but then I thought about it. Flynn is not very responsible or trustworthy as well. He does not seem interested in being a royal, and he tried to rob from them. He did not show any remorse for his selfish actions (unlike Naveen and Aladdin), and is not one to keep his word (Sabbington Brothers). Aladdin is for sure next"Jayden-G

7: The Beast/Adam

I don’t know what to say about Adam because we don’t really know anything about him as a ruler in fact where are his parents! He was 11 when he became king so he wouldn’t be that wise. But how come no one in the village knew about this castle, king or Beast? So that’s why he went out with someone still one jump ahead.

Comments
"Aladdin too. But Aladdin obviously cared for the people of Agrabah (shown at the start of Return to Jafar), he would be my next pick though. The Beast, or Adam, would not be that great in my opinion. He still would have a temper, he doesn't really know how to deal with people, and he might end up being just like he was at the start of the movie, spoiled and selfish. I dunno, but he's my choice." Animated_Paint
"He clearly wasn't close to the people before he was transformed- as in, nothing changed once he transformed and stopped ruling for 10 years- BUT I will defend him to the death against the Enchantress (he's 11, without parents, being stuck up isn't THE MOST TERRIBLE thing, and he can't go letting in every beggar who comes to his door- first of all, that would be trespassing on the Enchantress's part, second of all that would be a great way for him to get himself killed.) Also, if something were to go wrong, I could see him flying in a temper and getting very angry." rhythmicmagic


6: Aladdin

ARGH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Don’t ask me how did he make it past three rulers who would have been better. He is in the same boat as Flynn but unlike Flynn everything that comes out of his mouth is lies!! He would just get bored as king and just hop on his magic rug and fly away leaving Jasmine to do the rest of the work. If he was Sultan he would sit on the throne of lies (Buddy the Elf).
Comments
"(Snape voice): Ob-viously" rhythmicmagic
"I'm absolutely bewildered that he's still here."
AllegroGiocoso
"Aladdin said himself that he is not the regular royal. There is also the fact that he is not responsible, rebellious, adventurous, seems like he has ADHD, and is sort of a compulsive liar. Him and Jasmine would probably play hooky a lot" Jayden-G
"Well, yeah Flynn is not really that trustworthy... but if you see the end... we don't know much about him and for all we know he's probably a good guy who steals for a laugh or too and gives in back. Don't get me wrong, I think Aladdin will be a nice ruler. All of them will be. I just don't think he'll participate willingly or without being asked. I see him having opinions and thoughts and values, but maybe Jasmine can explain better, I can see her really shining when she makes a speech. Aladdin will, too- but I don't think he'd say anything about a HUGE issue like helping China defeat the Huns XD Maybe he'd be good for smaller topics though. Like punishments for people who steal or lie." hajirah4

5: Eric

I voted for him as soon as Aladdin went out and he went out just like that! I thought I would be the only one to vote for him but something is wrong with his fan club right now. Anyway he didn’t do anything just stood around and smiled while Ariel did something stupid plus his let her where the pants of the family while he played the flute. Great king right there.
Comments
"Firstly, he does not seem to be the brightest bulb out of the pack. Even though he could have had education, it is obvious that he spent a majority of his life sailing. He might be illeterate, since he never asked Ariel to write to him. Also, he does not seem to be the one to have the first say, and let things be for the most part. He is a bit too humble" Jayden-G
" He lets Ariel wear the pants in the family, obviously. so he's a bit submissive for a guy (if it's bad for girls to be submissive it should be for guys also -_- ), when as king he needs to be more take charge with Ariel supporting him. instead it's Ariel deciding to do whatever while he just sits there and lets her." AudreyFreak
"i just think the others are better, as others have said here, he isnt all that smart and lets ariel run their kingdom for him
he's a nice guy ^^ just maybe, not the best ruler.." girlygirlspwn



4: Prince Charming

At this point of the countdown I feel like we were left some good kings. Fact that I just remembered for everyone who voted against PC (I was one of them!), he was gone doing kingly stuff in his kingdom and just came back and didn’t want the ball so I guess maybe we were a bit hard on him.

Comments
"Based on what we see of him (he's too lazy to get Cinderella himself, and falls in love with her based on looks alone [no, Phillip and Aurora did get to know each other a bit]), and is probably more of a spoiled prince than good leader material, like how British royals are today. The Prince at least is dedicated and loving." AudreyFreak
"I can't believe he made it into top 4!" BelleAnastasia
"He's No-Action-Man. Not exactly a politician trait." Popcornfan



3: The Prince

I think people forgot about him until the end. He was just going off looking for a girl. And his castle was in the sky so who knows what’s he’s the king of, Heaven?
Comments
"He's too romantic, he just wander around kingdoms to find one girl." fiina
"Like others have said, he wanders around in the forest. What is the state of his kingdom, and what about his you know... responsibilities?" Jayden-G
"The three classics and Shang- I never thought I'd see that be the final in a countdown!
He goes off after Snow White leaving the kingdom in the hands of- who?" rhythmicmagic


2: Prince Phillip

At this point of the countdown I knew we were left with the best. Unlike my last countdown I wasn’t face palming at my laptop, I was chewing my nails on who to pick. Phillip shows just about everything a king needs to be from brave too willing to fight got what you love. But the Man he was against showed him that being a king is the same thing as being a man.
Comments
"Not sure if Phillip is such a great ruler...wanting to give up his throne, spending time in the woods...." Swanpride
"Phillip would make a really good ruler, so it was hard to choose but Phillip would also give up his crown and throne for love. So I agree with Popcornfan and rhythmicmagic." CodyVenusTrent[/i[

1: Shang

The Warrior King

This was a no brainer for a lot of people. Shang who was a kickass captain of the army would make the best king. If I was in his kingdom I would feel save knowing that he would have everything set and readying for just about anything.
Comments
[i]"Shang is a man that knows the world, or at least his country. He can also see when he's made a mistake and repair it-that's important.
Phillip did well in following his heart and want to get married to the peasant girl (Briar Rose), but it's not a ruler's quality. At least, not an important one." Popcornfan
"Shang DID lead his men, and he was very deft at it. He was tough and harsh when he needed to be, but he was also kind and compassionate under that. Shang was a selfless ruler who gave everything for his country and the people he led. And he wasn't even the leader of the whole country, just a small battalion.
Someone pointed out last round that Phillip's decision to marry Briar Rose instead of Princess Aurora could have led to strong political tensions- heck, the two kings were about to declare war when Stefan said he wanted time with Aurora." rhythmicmagic


Thank you for reading and thank you for the voters who commented. Please comment and tell me if you agree with the placing (Please remember they’re not my own) and you can comment your own ranking if you want to.
Here is Mine!
10: Aladdin
9: Naveen
8: The Beast
7: The Prince
6: Prince Eric
5: Prince Charming
4: John Smith
3: Eugene Fitzherbert/Flynn Rider
2: Prince Phillip
1: Shang