Here is the breakdown of those powers, which every fan still debates over:

The series blends high-octane martial arts with ancient Chinese mythology. Jackie, along with his precocious niece and his grumpy but wise

In a time when kid sidekicks were usually annoying (Scrappy-Doo, anyone?), Jade was rebellious, clever, and useful. She stole the show constantly, often figuring out the puzzle of the week before Jackie did. She wasn't there to be rescued; she was there to pick the lock while Jackie was fighting.

It succeeded where others failed because it didn't treat kids like idiots. The magic had rules. The villain had motivations. And the hero—despite being voiced by a world-famous action star—was just a normal guy who wanted a quiet life.