For 13 seasons, drag queens have gone head-to-head in runways and challenges to be named the next winner of “RuPaul’s Drag Race.” On Jan. 7, a fourteenth set of queens has started the competition to be the next one crowned.

At this point in the season, 12 of the 14 queens remain. Although all the queens exhibit their own styles and talents, I believe that some stand out from the competition.

 The first of those being Angeria Paris VanMichaels, or the self-proclaimed “glamorous southern belle from A-T-L.” She is the full package of elaborate drag. Angeria has already established her unique brand, as she always finds a way to tie in her vintage southern charm into every competition and runway. Although she has a shtick, she does not fall victim to becoming one-note. Angeria incorporates her many talents – makeup, fashion, comedy, and more – into every competition. She is not afraid to push boundaries or to try new things.

Four episodes have aired, and Angeria has already won two competitions, placed in the top in another and won her only mini challenge. Between her classy and glamourous runways, her humorous performances on the talent show and teaser episode, and her all-around charming and sweet personality, Angeria is among the strongest competitors this season.

Another one of the strongest competitors is Willow Pill, or as RuPaul calls her, “not a big pill, but a Willow Pill.” Willow Pill has quickly established her dark and eccentric yet adorable style of drag. On her first episode, the talent show episode, she does a dark comedy “self-care in quarantine” routine in which she strips, throws a toaster and various items into a bathtub and steps inside. She builds on her odd sense of humor in the teaser episode when she is seen confused and crawling around on the floor, calling out to Jeffrey Bowyer-Chapman.

Willow also translates her dynamic personality into fashion on the runway. Whether it’s her campy Y2K-inspired entrance look or glamourous animal print bridal jumpsuit on the ball episode, she never fails to show complexity in her looks.

Willow Pill’s artistry is defined by her ability to intertwine darkness, like her struggle with a chronic kidney disease, with humor or beauty. She has already won the ball challenge and placed in the top in the other two challenges. I think her elaborate drag will continue to shine in this competition.

Another queen with a fierce and distinctive style is Bosco, the “Demon Queen of Seattle.” She is an alternative and grungy queen characterized by her signature eyebrows. Commonly seen in Maleficent-esque horns and bodycon outfits, Bosco tends to be “equal parts evil and naked” as she describes. Although alternative queens are on the rise, her specific femme fatale drag persona is something unique and interesting. RuPaul always emphasizes signature styles, and Bosco has exceeded in this area.

Although I believe Bosco’s stunning and distinctive looks are her strong suit, she has held her ground in the other competitions. She placed in the top during the talent show episode for her burlesque act, and she stood out in the teaser episode as she exaggerates her own personality into a “dumb blonde” archetype.

Bosco has yet to win a challenge, but I think she has plenty of talent and personality to show the judges as the season continues. Her unique artistry and makeup style separates her from the competition, and I am confident that she can make it far.

Although these three queens are incredibly talented and among my personal favorites, there are plenty of other queens, like Kornbread “The Snack” Jeté or Jorgeous, who are also tough and versatile competitors. This early in the season, there is no telling what will happen as these queens face different challenges.

I am now left to wonder: Will my favorite queens make it to the finale, or will they have to “sashay away?”