He could restrain them not control them though or use their powers.That's the point. The 1st. Had SEVEN Bijus. That's insane.
The 3rd is considered the God of Shinobi.
Using the concept Kishi uses of the new generation surpassing the previous, I would say the 3rd was stronger than the 1st and 2nd. I know Hashirama was special but Hiruzen in his prime gave the Shodaime a run for his money. If not equal then he certainly surpassed him. I mean he was able to fight on level with both brothers at his old age. I know he sealed them but before he did that he did put up a good fight.
Minato had alot of potential to surpass Hiruzen but well....we all know what happened.
btw, I wouldn't consider Danzo a Kage. That guy was a tool. U_Uwell no danzo is strongest because he has mind control...shisuis eye...
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