In the 2000s, the shonen genre was dominated by the Big Three, featuring none other than Bleach, Naruto, and One Piece. If we talk solely in terms of numbers, then Bleach has not done as amazing as the other two. However, Tite Kubo’s manga and anime series has continued to attract fans through its captivating plot, and a protagonist that stood out from the rest.
Ichigo Kurosaki in Bleach
Unlike other anime series, Tite Kubo’s magnum opus keeps his fans hooked with its layered and incredibly strong antagonists. Aizen, who was one of the main villains of the series, kept things interesting as his Bankai was the strongest of them all. However, a fan has come up with a theory that he could not flaunt his true power as his blade restricted him from doing so.
Fan Theory States How Aizen’s Zanpakuto Restricts Him From Showcasing His...
Ichigo Kurosaki in Bleach
Unlike other anime series, Tite Kubo’s magnum opus keeps his fans hooked with its layered and incredibly strong antagonists. Aizen, who was one of the main villains of the series, kept things interesting as his Bankai was the strongest of them all. However, a fan has come up with a theory that he could not flaunt his true power as his blade restricted him from doing so.
Fan Theory States How Aizen’s Zanpakuto Restricts Him From Showcasing His...
- 5/14/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Dragon Ball‘s Future Trunks Saga was a major turning point in the series as it showed an alternate version of Goku. The Og Goku Vs. Black Goku plot received a lot of praise from fans. But there is one possibility that Akira Toriyama could have explored to make the Saga even more interesting.
While Zamasu was able to terrorize Goku and Co., he was eventually erased along with the entire future multiverse. But one move could have given Black Zamasu an edge over Goku.
Akira Toriyama Could Have Created Black Goten Instead of Black Goku in Dragon Ball Super
Black Goku in Dragon Ball Super | Fandom
The true identity of Black Zamasu has already been revealed in Dragon Ball Super. He stemmed from an unaltered Universe 10 timeline and switched bodies with Goku by using Super Shenron’s wish. However, before Zamasu’s identity was revealed, fans’ speculation reached its peak.
While Zamasu was able to terrorize Goku and Co., he was eventually erased along with the entire future multiverse. But one move could have given Black Zamasu an edge over Goku.
Akira Toriyama Could Have Created Black Goten Instead of Black Goku in Dragon Ball Super
Black Goku in Dragon Ball Super | Fandom
The true identity of Black Zamasu has already been revealed in Dragon Ball Super. He stemmed from an unaltered Universe 10 timeline and switched bodies with Goku by using Super Shenron’s wish. However, before Zamasu’s identity was revealed, fans’ speculation reached its peak.
- 5/13/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Akira Toriyama has given a lot of thought to his magnum opus, the Dragon Ball series where he tells the story with his mighty and lovable protagonist, Son-Goku. Throughout the series’ run, the character has continuously surprised us as he pushed beyond his physical limits and showcased to the fans what it means to break past your limits. Such was the case when he transformed into Super Saiyan for the very first time.
Goku and Vegeta
While Ssj was iconic and marked a major landstone in the history of the series, there was another technique, that the Saiyan used to do, which put immense strain on his body. Now, he integrates this technique with his Ssj form which is slowly killing his body, due to the two techniques’ conflicting nature.
Goku’s Exclusive Super Saiyan Transformation Kills Kakarot’s Body Every Time He Uses It
For ages, Akira Toriyama’s...
Goku and Vegeta
While Ssj was iconic and marked a major landstone in the history of the series, there was another technique, that the Saiyan used to do, which put immense strain on his body. Now, he integrates this technique with his Ssj form which is slowly killing his body, due to the two techniques’ conflicting nature.
Goku’s Exclusive Super Saiyan Transformation Kills Kakarot’s Body Every Time He Uses It
For ages, Akira Toriyama’s...
- 5/13/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
When Kaiju No. 8 debuted in April 2024, fans had a lot of expectations from the series, as the series was already successful in the manga industry. Eventually, the anime series lived up to its expectations and became one of the best action anime series of the current year. However, Kaiju No. 8 brought with it a new twist, which is not often seen in the anime world.
Kafka – Kaiju No. 8
The twist was introduced through the protagonist of the series, Kafka Hibino. Kafka was a cleaner for Monster Sweeper Inc., but he always wanted to join the Defense Force to eradicate the Kaiju, or “monsters,” that have infested the world and are wreaking havoc. But later on, he himself becomes a Kaiju, and the story becomes more and more interesting.
The twist that Kafka brought with him was that he defied the physical stereotypes of the Shonen main character.
Kafka – Kaiju No. 8
The twist was introduced through the protagonist of the series, Kafka Hibino. Kafka was a cleaner for Monster Sweeper Inc., but he always wanted to join the Defense Force to eradicate the Kaiju, or “monsters,” that have infested the world and are wreaking havoc. But later on, he himself becomes a Kaiju, and the story becomes more and more interesting.
The twist that Kafka brought with him was that he defied the physical stereotypes of the Shonen main character.
- 5/13/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Goku might be one of the strongest Shonen protagonists, with enough power to blow up planets, but he is majorly lacking in another walk of life. While he is a strong and reliable fighter in Dragon Ball, his skills as a parent and husband are doubtful.
Goku’s Saiyan rival from the same franchise is much better at parenting than he is. Akira Toriyama always nerfs Vegeta in battles, but he is a loving husband to Bulma and a stellar father to Trunks and Bulla.
As it turns out, Goku’s shocking ignorance of his children stems from his Saiyan identity.
The Saiyan Parenting Style
Goten meeting Goku in Dragon Ball Z
In an interview regarding the Broly comic, Akira Toriyama was questioned regarding the parenting styles of Bardock, Paragus, and King Vegeta. According to the author, Saiyans emphasize increasing the number of strong people in their race. Thus, the...
Goku’s Saiyan rival from the same franchise is much better at parenting than he is. Akira Toriyama always nerfs Vegeta in battles, but he is a loving husband to Bulma and a stellar father to Trunks and Bulla.
As it turns out, Goku’s shocking ignorance of his children stems from his Saiyan identity.
The Saiyan Parenting Style
Goten meeting Goku in Dragon Ball Z
In an interview regarding the Broly comic, Akira Toriyama was questioned regarding the parenting styles of Bardock, Paragus, and King Vegeta. According to the author, Saiyans emphasize increasing the number of strong people in their race. Thus, the...
- 5/13/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Goku’s status as an all-time absent father in Dragon Ball is no surprise. He is far more interested in battles than he is in his marriage and children. In fact, Chi Chi ended up nourishing their children alone most of the times.
On the other hand, Vegeta adores and respects Bulma and develops puppy eyes for his wife and children. Thus, a fan theory suggests that Chi Chi might not have been faithful in her relationship, and had a child with the other Saiyan in the story.
Goku and Chi-Chi had an Unhappy Marriage in Dragon Ball
It is a well-known fact that while Goku is a stellar fighter, he is not the best husband. In fact, he might be the worst person to marry. Goku and Chi Chi are rarely seen enjoying their married life in Dragon Ball. Even when they are together, they bicker due to Goku’s lack of responsibility.
On the other hand, Vegeta adores and respects Bulma and develops puppy eyes for his wife and children. Thus, a fan theory suggests that Chi Chi might not have been faithful in her relationship, and had a child with the other Saiyan in the story.
Goku and Chi-Chi had an Unhappy Marriage in Dragon Ball
It is a well-known fact that while Goku is a stellar fighter, he is not the best husband. In fact, he might be the worst person to marry. Goku and Chi Chi are rarely seen enjoying their married life in Dragon Ball. Even when they are together, they bicker due to Goku’s lack of responsibility.
- 5/12/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Madara Uchiha played a prominent role in Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto series as one of the prime antagonists, who gave a tough time to the Allied Shinobi Forces during the Fourth Ninja War. The Ghost of Uchiha was a legendary shinobi whose name struck fear in the hearts of people. As a result, his name alone forced the five Shinobi Nations to join hands, something that had never happened before.
Madara Uchiha in Naruto Shippuden
The character has had a number of iconic moments in the series and without a doubt one of the strongest villains with numerous ninjutsu techniques such as Tengai Shinsei, Demonic Statue Chains, Gunbai Fanned Wind, and Mangekyo Sharingan’s Susanoo. However, fans have come up with an intriguing theory, as they believe that the Devil of all Shinobi’s Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan’s secret ability was not Susasnoo but time traveling.
Fan Theory Suggests Madara...
Madara Uchiha in Naruto Shippuden
The character has had a number of iconic moments in the series and without a doubt one of the strongest villains with numerous ninjutsu techniques such as Tengai Shinsei, Demonic Statue Chains, Gunbai Fanned Wind, and Mangekyo Sharingan’s Susanoo. However, fans have come up with an intriguing theory, as they believe that the Devil of all Shinobi’s Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan’s secret ability was not Susasnoo but time traveling.
Fan Theory Suggests Madara...
- 5/12/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man 2 has many iconic scenes that have had a lasting impact. None, however, have been as timeless and memorable as the train scene. From fighting Alfred Molina’s Doc Ock on a moving train to stopping the said train and an entire train car full of people hiding Spider-Man’s identity, it is safe to say the scene left an impact. It has become ingrained in the character’s history, and there have been many attempts to recreate it.
Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man stopping a train in Spider-Man 2
Even though the entire sequence was less than ten minutes long, the preparation and thought that went into it are truly impressive. Other than the director, it is impressive just how many hands were involved in making it. Here is an in-depth background on how the scene was shot.
The Visual Effects Team Had Their Hands Full...
Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man stopping a train in Spider-Man 2
Even though the entire sequence was less than ten minutes long, the preparation and thought that went into it are truly impressive. Other than the director, it is impressive just how many hands were involved in making it. Here is an in-depth background on how the scene was shot.
The Visual Effects Team Had Their Hands Full...
- 5/12/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
Some anime characters leave a deep impression despite a short appearance in the series. Star and Stripe was one such character in Kohei Horikoshi’s My Hero Academia, who wrapped fans around her pinky in the span of a few chapters/episodes.
Yet, the powerful lady could not survive the threat posed by Shigaraki and died a heroic death just as suddenly as she was introduced. In fact her sudden and forced exit from My Hero Academia led fans to doubt Kohei Horikoshi’s skills as a writer.
Star and Stripe Had Great Character Development Only to Die in My Hero Academia Star and Stripe – My Hero Academia
Cathleen Bate, better known by her hero name, Star and Stripe, was the No. 1 Pro Hero of the USA. She came to Japan’s rescue despite the Un not finalizing aid. She never cared for her Hero License and faced Shigaraki.
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Yet, the powerful lady could not survive the threat posed by Shigaraki and died a heroic death just as suddenly as she was introduced. In fact her sudden and forced exit from My Hero Academia led fans to doubt Kohei Horikoshi’s skills as a writer.
Star and Stripe Had Great Character Development Only to Die in My Hero Academia Star and Stripe – My Hero Academia
Cathleen Bate, better known by her hero name, Star and Stripe, was the No. 1 Pro Hero of the USA. She came to Japan’s rescue despite the Un not finalizing aid. She never cared for her Hero License and faced Shigaraki.
Suggested...
- 5/12/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Move over, Super Dragon Ball Heroes , because a new card-based game is on the way to arcades in Japan. Details are light at the moment, but Dragon Ball Super Divers lets players put cards down on the cabinet to scan characters in and kick off intense Dragon Ball battles. An official website is now live, and you can see a quick sample in the teaser trailer below. Related: Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero Reveals Beerus, Whis and More in New Trailer Here's another look at the cabinet: Players will be able to use Super Dragon Ball Heroes cards on this one, as well, but there won't be any new mission updates for those. Super Divers will serve as the full replacement for the previous game. Beyond that, we'll have to wait for the Jump Victory Carnival 2024 event on July 21 for more information. You can watch all of Dragon Ball Z and more,...
- 5/12/2024
- by Joseph Luster
- Crunchyroll
Often compared to the best of the best, Kenjiro Tsuda is considered to have the most distinct and prolific voice in the Japanese voice-acting industry. Tsuda-san began his journey in 1995 and has been associated with various aspects of entertainment as he has been in stage acting, narration, film acting, and even a director. However, he stands out the most for his charismatic voice, which has left fans astounded.
Kenjiro Tsuda. Source: Wikimedia Commons
In his stellar career, Kenjiro Tsuda has made his name for voicing dark and passionate characters, which have instantly become fan favorites. From Horimiya to My Hero Academia, Tsuda-san has made fans go nuts as brought the characters to life with passion and an arrogant air, leaving an indelible mark in the minds of the viewers.
5) Jigen/ Isshiki Otsutsuki From Boruto: Naruto Next Generations
Isshiki Otsutsuki in Boruto: Naruto Next Generation. Credits: Crunchyroll
Kenjiro Tsuda’s...
Kenjiro Tsuda. Source: Wikimedia Commons
In his stellar career, Kenjiro Tsuda has made his name for voicing dark and passionate characters, which have instantly become fan favorites. From Horimiya to My Hero Academia, Tsuda-san has made fans go nuts as brought the characters to life with passion and an arrogant air, leaving an indelible mark in the minds of the viewers.
5) Jigen/ Isshiki Otsutsuki From Boruto: Naruto Next Generations
Isshiki Otsutsuki in Boruto: Naruto Next Generation. Credits: Crunchyroll
Kenjiro Tsuda’s...
- 5/12/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
In 2021, in the months leading to the release of "Space Jam: A New Legacy," the New York Times published an editorial which said cartoon character Pepé Le Pew "normalized rape culture." In that same piece, the author also wrote that Speedy Gonzales had friends who "helped popularize the corrosive stereotype of the drunk and lethargic Mexicans."
In recent years, "Looney Tunes" stopped featuring rifles in new portrayals of Elmer Fudd, so why couldn't change its portrayal of Pepé Le Pew or Speedy, too? While France did nothing to defend Le Pew, Latinos in the U.S. and across Latin America jumped at the chance to defend Speedy Gonzales from never saying "Ándale! Ándale! Arriba! Arriba!" again. Comedian Gabriel Iglesias, who voiced Speedy in "Space Jam 2," defended the character on social media.
Few would argue that the character isn't racist or an outdated stereotype, but Speedy still engenders passionate love...
In recent years, "Looney Tunes" stopped featuring rifles in new portrayals of Elmer Fudd, so why couldn't change its portrayal of Pepé Le Pew or Speedy, too? While France did nothing to defend Le Pew, Latinos in the U.S. and across Latin America jumped at the chance to defend Speedy Gonzales from never saying "Ándale! Ándale! Arriba! Arriba!" again. Comedian Gabriel Iglesias, who voiced Speedy in "Space Jam 2," defended the character on social media.
Few would argue that the character isn't racist or an outdated stereotype, but Speedy still engenders passionate love...
- 5/12/2024
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
My Hero Academia is reaching its climax, with Izuku Midoriya currently busy fighting Tomura Shigaraki and All for One. It has been one of the most stand-out anime of the modern generation, with the story improving with every arc. Izuku Midoriya’s journey from being quirkless to inheriting the most powerful quirk and fighting the evils has been nothing short of a rollercoaster ride.
Kohei Horikoshi has etched his name as one of the most popular manga artists of the modern generation. One of the best things about him is that he does not bind himself to the Japanese culture and often explores Western culture. He takes inspiration from American superheroes. During an interview, he mentioned a web-crawler who reminds him of Son Goku.
Kohei Horikoshi Wants Reassurance From The Superheroes Son Goku (Credit: Toei Animation)
Kohei Horikoshi mentioned Dragon Ball as his favorite anime and was fond of the Cell Saga.
Kohei Horikoshi has etched his name as one of the most popular manga artists of the modern generation. One of the best things about him is that he does not bind himself to the Japanese culture and often explores Western culture. He takes inspiration from American superheroes. During an interview, he mentioned a web-crawler who reminds him of Son Goku.
Kohei Horikoshi Wants Reassurance From The Superheroes Son Goku (Credit: Toei Animation)
Kohei Horikoshi mentioned Dragon Ball as his favorite anime and was fond of the Cell Saga.
- 5/11/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
Super Saiyan 4 is one of the most well-received Ssj transformations in the Dragon Ball franchise. It was introduced in Dragon Ball Gt and has been used sparingly. Yet, fans love it, resulting in Ssj 4’s debut in Dragon Ball games.
To achieve Ssj 4, Saiyans must activate their Golden Great Ape transformation without losing control. It is a combination of the Great Ape form and Super Saiyan to create a powerful state that provides primal power to its user.
But the question remains: If Ssj 4 is so powerful, why did Akira Toriyama never add it to Dragon Ball Super? The answer lies ahead.
Super Saiyan 4 Might Have Already Made its Canon Debut in Dragon Ball Super Saiyan 4 Goku |Dragon Ball Gt
While furry Goku is yet to debut in Dragon Ball Super, it seems Super Saiyan 4 might have already made its way to the series. However, the person inheriting the state...
To achieve Ssj 4, Saiyans must activate their Golden Great Ape transformation without losing control. It is a combination of the Great Ape form and Super Saiyan to create a powerful state that provides primal power to its user.
But the question remains: If Ssj 4 is so powerful, why did Akira Toriyama never add it to Dragon Ball Super? The answer lies ahead.
Super Saiyan 4 Might Have Already Made its Canon Debut in Dragon Ball Super Saiyan 4 Goku |Dragon Ball Gt
While furry Goku is yet to debut in Dragon Ball Super, it seems Super Saiyan 4 might have already made its way to the series. However, the person inheriting the state...
- 5/11/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball series has been popular on the basic formula of featuring epic fights, lots of training, a gripping story, and some fan theories, that will get you hooked on the show. With rich storytelling and complex characters, featuring Saiyans and different life forms, often leading to interesting fan theories.
Broly in Dragon Ball Super: Broly
Toriyama-Sensei has given much thought to the creation of each of his characters, or else people would not have been addicted to the show for 38 long years. One of the mythic fan speculations of the show is the Genetic Mutation Theory revolves around the Saiyans. Ironically, this theory revolves not around Gohan but a new character, who made his way into the Dragon Ball canon in 2018. If the theory turns out to be true, then, he would surpass Kakarot and The Prince of All Saiyans with ease.
Major Genetic Mutation...
Broly in Dragon Ball Super: Broly
Toriyama-Sensei has given much thought to the creation of each of his characters, or else people would not have been addicted to the show for 38 long years. One of the mythic fan speculations of the show is the Genetic Mutation Theory revolves around the Saiyans. Ironically, this theory revolves not around Gohan but a new character, who made his way into the Dragon Ball canon in 2018. If the theory turns out to be true, then, he would surpass Kakarot and The Prince of All Saiyans with ease.
Major Genetic Mutation...
- 5/11/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
In the realm of superheroes, Spider-Man would be perhaps the biggest and most popular superhero of all time. The Web-Slinger was featured for the first time in 1962 in Amazing Fantasy #15, and from there, the character never had to look back. Even though the character has had his ups and downs in the last 62 years, he has always managed to bounce back to the top!
Tom Holland’s Spider-Man
Over the years, the character has had many renowned series, films, games, and merchandise that make him stand apart in the vast sea of superheroes. However, fans of the Web-Head are gripped by Fomo as a new Suicide Squad isekai anime series, featuring Harley Quinn, is in production. As the first trailer of the series is shared on social media, fans share their first reactions and how they anticipate seeing their favorite heroes in a new look.
Marvel Fans Are Hopeful For...
Tom Holland’s Spider-Man
Over the years, the character has had many renowned series, films, games, and merchandise that make him stand apart in the vast sea of superheroes. However, fans of the Web-Head are gripped by Fomo as a new Suicide Squad isekai anime series, featuring Harley Quinn, is in production. As the first trailer of the series is shared on social media, fans share their first reactions and how they anticipate seeing their favorite heroes in a new look.
Marvel Fans Are Hopeful For...
- 5/11/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero is one of the most anticipated games for the franchise in years. Another entry in the Budokai Tenkaichi series seems like a dream, but it’s actually happening.
While the release date is still unknown, players can look forward to a new character hitting the Fortnite shops very soon. According to sources, fan favorite character, Future Trunks, is coming to the battle royale in a brand-new collaboration.
Nothing is official yet but look forward to more iconic skins coming to Fortnite in 2024, starting with Future Trunks.
Dragon Ball’s Future Trunks May be Coming to Everyone’s Favorite Battle Royale The sword wielding Saiyan is joining the roster.
Fans of the series know the character for his iconic sword and blue Capsule Corporation jacket. This Trunks’ first appearance saw him deal with Frieza and King Cold in a very fast fashion, showing off his raw power.
While the release date is still unknown, players can look forward to a new character hitting the Fortnite shops very soon. According to sources, fan favorite character, Future Trunks, is coming to the battle royale in a brand-new collaboration.
Nothing is official yet but look forward to more iconic skins coming to Fortnite in 2024, starting with Future Trunks.
Dragon Ball’s Future Trunks May be Coming to Everyone’s Favorite Battle Royale The sword wielding Saiyan is joining the roster.
Fans of the series know the character for his iconic sword and blue Capsule Corporation jacket. This Trunks’ first appearance saw him deal with Frieza and King Cold in a very fast fashion, showing off his raw power.
- 5/11/2024
- by Travis Vuong
- FandomWire
When Akira Toriyama decided to make Broly a part of the canon series in 2018, after a standalone film, fans of the series were thrilled as the character was quite popular in the franchise. Though the character has been only part of three films in the past, its popularity is immense and it can even rival someone from the canon series.
Broly in The Legendary Super Saiyan Form
The Saiyan was originally introduced as a villain in the franchise, but has now joined the Z-Fighters and is training on Lord Beerus’ planet like fans saw in Dragon Ball Super: Super Heroes. However, Toriyama-Sensei did not decide to introduce the anti-hero because he was popular in the fandom. This is so because Broly can be solely responsible for bringing back Kakarot’s SSJ4 transformation from Dragon Ball Gt, which was lost as a non-canon form.
Broly Can Make The Overpowered Super...
Broly in The Legendary Super Saiyan Form
The Saiyan was originally introduced as a villain in the franchise, but has now joined the Z-Fighters and is training on Lord Beerus’ planet like fans saw in Dragon Ball Super: Super Heroes. However, Toriyama-Sensei did not decide to introduce the anti-hero because he was popular in the fandom. This is so because Broly can be solely responsible for bringing back Kakarot’s SSJ4 transformation from Dragon Ball Gt, which was lost as a non-canon form.
Broly Can Make The Overpowered Super...
- 5/10/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Akira Toriyama was considered a father figure in the manga and anime industry due to the creation of the Dragon Ball franchise. It is one of the most popular franchises worldwide and paved the way for the Western countries for the modern generation of anime. He began the serialization of Dragon Ball in 1984 and since then has been an active member of the franchise.
Even though he earned worldwide fame and his magnum opus is regarded as one of the greatest of all time, it was not an easy journey for the mangaka. He had to face several complexities, including his physical and mental conditions to reach the end. Fans would be shocked to know the conditions under which he had to write the chapters and will have a newfound respect for the late great mangaka.
Akira Toriyama’s Had Several Hardships During His Manga Career Kid Goku in Dragon Ball...
Even though he earned worldwide fame and his magnum opus is regarded as one of the greatest of all time, it was not an easy journey for the mangaka. He had to face several complexities, including his physical and mental conditions to reach the end. Fans would be shocked to know the conditions under which he had to write the chapters and will have a newfound respect for the late great mangaka.
Akira Toriyama’s Had Several Hardships During His Manga Career Kid Goku in Dragon Ball...
- 5/10/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
Dragon Ball, being one of the biggest franchises in the world, is not limited to just anime, manga, and merchandise. The series also has a bunch of online video games for PC, mobile, and other consoles that are based on the same universe with similar characters, offering fans a chance to use these characters in any way they want.
Super Dragon Ball Heroes
One such game is Dragon Ball Heroes, which came out in 2010. It is an arcade trading card game that has been entertaining fans for thirteen years. Since its release, the game has gotten a lot of updates, with Super Dragon Ball Heroes being the best update ever that came out in 2016. However, according to recent announcements, the game has been discontinued.
Dragon Ball’s official website recently revealed that a new game called Dragon Ball Super Divers has been announced, which is three times bigger than Super Dragon Ball Heroes.
Super Dragon Ball Heroes
One such game is Dragon Ball Heroes, which came out in 2010. It is an arcade trading card game that has been entertaining fans for thirteen years. Since its release, the game has gotten a lot of updates, with Super Dragon Ball Heroes being the best update ever that came out in 2016. However, according to recent announcements, the game has been discontinued.
Dragon Ball’s official website recently revealed that a new game called Dragon Ball Super Divers has been announced, which is three times bigger than Super Dragon Ball Heroes.
- 5/10/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
If you haven’t acted out ‘Ka-me-ha-me-haaaa’ while growing up, were you even a Dragon Ball fan? Each and every power-up of Goku is celebrated by children and adults all over the world. But did you know that Akira Toriyama was extremely close to not naming any Dragon Ball moves at all?
Shouting out the names of moves has always been a norm in Shonen manga. How else would you know what the random beam of light is called? The author of Dragon Ball had a completely opposite view towards the age-old practice.
Akira Toriyama Hates Naming Dragon Ball Fight Techniques Kakarot in his Super Saiyan form | Dragon Ball
In an interview, Akira Toriyama explained that he does not like naming battle techniques. The reason behind his dislike is so logical that it will make you laugh.
“In a battle of life and death, there’s no way you can...
Shouting out the names of moves has always been a norm in Shonen manga. How else would you know what the random beam of light is called? The author of Dragon Ball had a completely opposite view towards the age-old practice.
Akira Toriyama Hates Naming Dragon Ball Fight Techniques Kakarot in his Super Saiyan form | Dragon Ball
In an interview, Akira Toriyama explained that he does not like naming battle techniques. The reason behind his dislike is so logical that it will make you laugh.
“In a battle of life and death, there’s no way you can...
- 5/9/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball is a series that has left a much greater legacy than any anime or manga series. The series became a fan favorite when it was aired for the first time on television, and the series only grows in popularity as time continues to move on. To keep up with its popularity, the franchise the non-canon Super Dragon Ball Heroes was an interesting addition to the several series, movies, and video games in the franchise.
Cumber in Super Dragon Ball Heroes
Even though Dbh is a recent addition to the franchise, the non-canon series by Toei Animation has got the viewers hating on the show for affecting the legacy of the canon series. Despite hating on the series for various reasons, it gave its viewers one of the most iconic Super Saiyan transformations that could not be achieved by our Z-Fighters.
Super Dragon Ball Heroes Featured...
Cumber in Super Dragon Ball Heroes
Even though Dbh is a recent addition to the franchise, the non-canon series by Toei Animation has got the viewers hating on the show for affecting the legacy of the canon series. Despite hating on the series for various reasons, it gave its viewers one of the most iconic Super Saiyan transformations that could not be achieved by our Z-Fighters.
Super Dragon Ball Heroes Featured...
- 5/9/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
When the second season of Mob Psycho 100, one of the most popular anime series, was released in 2019, Yuzuru Tachikawa, the director of the Mob Psycho 100 anime, was interviewed and asked about his experience working on the series and the difference between the first season and the second season.
Mob Psycho 100
Tachikawa not only explained how the second season was better, but he also talked about how One, the creator of Mob Psycho 100, got involved in the production of the anime series. The director also revealed that while the production of the anime was going on, One wanted to make some changes that would fit perfectly for the anime series.
However, Tachikawa wanted to adapt the anime from the original material without any changes, as it would have helped the series keep its essence, making the narrative of Mob Psycho 100 one of the best storylines in the anime world.
Mob Psycho 100
Tachikawa not only explained how the second season was better, but he also talked about how One, the creator of Mob Psycho 100, got involved in the production of the anime series. The director also revealed that while the production of the anime was going on, One wanted to make some changes that would fit perfectly for the anime series.
However, Tachikawa wanted to adapt the anime from the original material without any changes, as it would have helped the series keep its essence, making the narrative of Mob Psycho 100 one of the best storylines in the anime world.
- 5/9/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Much like May 4th being a time of celebration for Star Wars fans, May 9th is a special occasion for Dragon Ball fans around the world. According to the Japan Anniversary Association, May 9th is Goku Day since the numbers "five" and "nine" are pronounced "Go" and "Ku" in Japanese. But how does one celebrate one of the world's greatest heroes? With food? With more training? A mixture of both? Well, we here at Crunchyroll can't exactly provide the food part, but we can help Dragon Ball fans train... their knowledge, at least. To celebrate Goku Day we've put together a series of quizzes, a comprehensive watch guide to All of the Dragon Ball sagas and a list of Goku's best moments according to you, the fans! You can check everything out below! Test Your Power Level with our Dragon Ball Quizzes Do you remember what triggered Goku's first Super Saiyan transformation?...
- 5/9/2024
- by Briana Lawrence
- Crunchyroll
With Dragon Ball celebrating 40 years worth of content it's safe to say that its lead protagonist, Goku, has had a lot of memorable moments. From his heroics when facing unspeakable evils, to the difficulties that come with learning how to drive, Goku's been through a lot. That's why, a couple of weeks ago, we decided to ask you, the fans, what you're favorite Goku moments were. We offered the poll to our English, Spanish and Portuguese-speaking regions. Related: Celebrate Goku Day With Dragon Ball Quizzes, Your Favorite Goku Moments and More! Our poll included moments that span across Dragon Ball , Dragon Ball Z and Dragon Ball Super . Out of the 25 options in our poll, we've tallied the votes and are now ready to celebrate the Top 10 Goku Moments, according to his biggest fans! Did your favorite Goku moment make the list? 10 Fan Favorite Goku Moments: English-Speaking Regions 1. Goku goes Super...
- 5/9/2024
- by Briana Lawrence
- Crunchyroll
Eiichiro Oda, the creator of One Piece, has confessed multiple times that he is a big fan of Akira Toriyama and has been inspired by his magnum opus, Dragon Ball. There have been instances where fans have pointed out the reference to Dragon Ball in One Piece, pointing out the respect and admiration Oda has for Toriyama.
Dragon Ball Z
However, one of the One Piece editors, Suguru Sugita, once revealed that Oda wanted to subvert the simplicity of Dragon Ball as he wanted to create a more intricate narrative for the One Piece world, which would make it much more different than Toriyama’s masterpiece. Oda was successful in doing so and managed to make one of the biggest anime storylines of all time.
But this doesn’t mean that Dragon Ball’s simplicity was undermined in any way by the manga. While some anime and manga fans prefer...
Dragon Ball Z
However, one of the One Piece editors, Suguru Sugita, once revealed that Oda wanted to subvert the simplicity of Dragon Ball as he wanted to create a more intricate narrative for the One Piece world, which would make it much more different than Toriyama’s masterpiece. Oda was successful in doing so and managed to make one of the biggest anime storylines of all time.
But this doesn’t mean that Dragon Ball’s simplicity was undermined in any way by the manga. While some anime and manga fans prefer...
- 5/9/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Legendary mangaka Akira Toriyama was not only the creator of series like Dr. Slump and Dragon Ball, but he had also ventured into the world of video games. Toriyama had worked on multiple games, like Chrono Tiger and Blue Dragon. But his biggest achievement in the gaming world was his character designs for the popular role-playing game Dragon Quest.
Dragon Quest
While Toriyama earned a lot of recognition with Dragon Quest, he was not particularly a fan of his works in the series. In 2017, when Dragon Quest celebrated its 30th anniversary, Toriyama shared a special letter where he claimed that he would have never agreed to work on the video game if he had known that it would have gone for so long.
The manga creator also gave a reason why he was not interested in working on Dragon Quest anymore and would rather have someone else take his job and design the characters.
Dragon Quest
While Toriyama earned a lot of recognition with Dragon Quest, he was not particularly a fan of his works in the series. In 2017, when Dragon Quest celebrated its 30th anniversary, Toriyama shared a special letter where he claimed that he would have never agreed to work on the video game if he had known that it would have gone for so long.
The manga creator also gave a reason why he was not interested in working on Dragon Quest anymore and would rather have someone else take his job and design the characters.
- 5/9/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
There is no denying that Goku’s first transformation into the legendary Super Saiyan in his epic battle against Frieza in the Namek Saga of Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball Z marks one of the most epic moments in anime history. The transformation marked the epic debut due to the gripping storyline, featuring the protagonist in a chiseled physique with big muscles and bigger biceps.
Kakarot transforming into Ssj for the first time in Dragon Ball Z
The occasion is ingrained in the minds of the viewers, and the moment is still fresh despite taking place 33 years ago. The transformation was so epic that it influenced several mangakas, which is evident in their works. Such was the case with Kohei Horikoshi as he came up with All Might’s most distinctive feature, which was heavily inspired by Kakarot’s epic transformation.
Kakarot’s Super Saiyan Transformation Influenced Kohei Horikoshi’s...
Kakarot transforming into Ssj for the first time in Dragon Ball Z
The occasion is ingrained in the minds of the viewers, and the moment is still fresh despite taking place 33 years ago. The transformation was so epic that it influenced several mangakas, which is evident in their works. Such was the case with Kohei Horikoshi as he came up with All Might’s most distinctive feature, which was heavily inspired by Kakarot’s epic transformation.
Kakarot’s Super Saiyan Transformation Influenced Kohei Horikoshi’s...
- 5/8/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Fortnite Festival has been a rather surprising addition to the Fortnite line-up, as it brought the familiar Guitar Hero-style gameplay that gamers have been begging for for years. However, this isn’t the only game that is bringing this familiar gameplay loop back into trend, as a new game on Steam has stepped up.
According to a recent post on Twitter/X, a new game will soon be coming to Steam, which is both a game and a learning tool for anyone who is looking to learn how to play the guitar or piano in a rather stylish and fun way.
Gamers Can Learn to Be Musicians With Such a Simple Game on Steam A new Guitar Hero-styled game is announced and maybe a big step up.
The game in question that is coming soon is titled Rocksmith+, and currently, it doesn’t have a set release date. However, it...
According to a recent post on Twitter/X, a new game will soon be coming to Steam, which is both a game and a learning tool for anyone who is looking to learn how to play the guitar or piano in a rather stylish and fun way.
Gamers Can Learn to Be Musicians With Such a Simple Game on Steam A new Guitar Hero-styled game is announced and maybe a big step up.
The game in question that is coming soon is titled Rocksmith+, and currently, it doesn’t have a set release date. However, it...
- 5/8/2024
- by Liam Magee
- FandomWire
Dragon Ball fans cannot imagine the series without its protagonist, Goku. He has been leading Akira Toriyama’s magnum opus since its inception, and even after so many years, he is still regarded as the perfect choice for the role of the main character in other sequels and spin-offs of the Dragon Ball storyline.
Goku in Dragon Ball
However, Toriyama once decided to change Goku’s role as the protagonist and hand over the baton to another character. He planned to kill Goku forever and choose his first son, Gohan, as the new driving force of the Dragon Ball franchise. He even gave Gohan a chance to prove himself as the deserving main character for one of the biggest anime and manga series of all time.
But after Gohan failed his role as the protagonist during Dragon Ball Z, Toriyama decided to bring Goku back, and since then, Goku has...
Goku in Dragon Ball
However, Toriyama once decided to change Goku’s role as the protagonist and hand over the baton to another character. He planned to kill Goku forever and choose his first son, Gohan, as the new driving force of the Dragon Ball franchise. He even gave Gohan a chance to prove himself as the deserving main character for one of the biggest anime and manga series of all time.
But after Gohan failed his role as the protagonist during Dragon Ball Z, Toriyama decided to bring Goku back, and since then, Goku has...
- 5/8/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Satoru Nii’s manga series Wind Breaker recently got an anime adaptation, and the series became a success just after a few episodes of its first season. The series is being produced by CloverWorks, and the first episode will debut on April 5, 2024. The series has only released 5 episodes, and it has been titled one of the best anime series of spring 2024.
A still from Wind Breaker
The story of Wind Breaker follows the adventures of Haruka Sakura, who has a knack for fighting and aims to become the strongest fighter at Furin High School, a new school that he recently joined. However, he soon finds out that the delinquents in the school are not just brawny students but the protectors of the town.
The series has made quite a lot of noise because of its unique storyline, and a fresh batch of characters making fans fall in love with the series.
A still from Wind Breaker
The story of Wind Breaker follows the adventures of Haruka Sakura, who has a knack for fighting and aims to become the strongest fighter at Furin High School, a new school that he recently joined. However, he soon finds out that the delinquents in the school are not just brawny students but the protectors of the town.
The series has made quite a lot of noise because of its unique storyline, and a fresh batch of characters making fans fall in love with the series.
- 5/8/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto is one of the most popular Shonen Series that features a number of iconic female characters, such as Kurenai, Mei Tarumi, Ino Yamanaka, Konan, and many more. However, two characters stand out, particularly in the series, it is none other than Hinata Hyuga and Sakura Haruno.
A young Naruto Uzumaki and Hinata Hyuga
While fans of the series immensely love the former character for her looks and attributes and how she treats our protagonist, they hate the latter for the same. The hate for Tsunade Senju’s apprentice is the most extreme of all anime characters. It looks like Kishimoto-san has chosen his favorite female character out of the two, as he prefers the Byakugan princess over a strange reason that the medical ninja can not change.
Masashi Kishimoto Chooses Hinata Hyuga Over Sakura Haruno Over an Uncanny Explanation
Fans of Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto often...
A young Naruto Uzumaki and Hinata Hyuga
While fans of the series immensely love the former character for her looks and attributes and how she treats our protagonist, they hate the latter for the same. The hate for Tsunade Senju’s apprentice is the most extreme of all anime characters. It looks like Kishimoto-san has chosen his favorite female character out of the two, as he prefers the Byakugan princess over a strange reason that the medical ninja can not change.
Masashi Kishimoto Chooses Hinata Hyuga Over Sakura Haruno Over an Uncanny Explanation
Fans of Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto often...
- 5/8/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball series is generational, the show has been continuing for 38 years, yet the viewers are not bored of it. This is majorly thanks to the franchise’s iconic features such as the Super Saiyan Transformations, and the epic battles that follow it. While Toriyama-Sensei’s heroes get all the praise for saving the day, his villains are equally iconic as they push the Z-Fighters out of their comfort zones, forcing them to break past their limits.
Frieza
From King Piccolo to Kid Buu, the series features a ton of iconic villains that have made the fans sit at the edge of their seats and bite their nails in anticipation as they make them shiver with their malevolent nature. However, none of the villains could come close to killing Kakarot except one in Dragon Ball Super.
Akira Toriyama’s Inspiration for The Coolest Villain That Nearly Killed...
Frieza
From King Piccolo to Kid Buu, the series features a ton of iconic villains that have made the fans sit at the edge of their seats and bite their nails in anticipation as they make them shiver with their malevolent nature. However, none of the villains could come close to killing Kakarot except one in Dragon Ball Super.
Akira Toriyama’s Inspiration for The Coolest Villain That Nearly Killed...
- 5/7/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
When Netflix released Blood of Zeus in 2020, it changed the entire interpretation of Greek mythology in the anime world. The anime is one of the most popular series following a Greek storyline, along with the likes of Record of Ragnarok, Knights of the Zodiac, Rage of Bahamut, etc. And the second season of the series is scheduled for release on May 9, 2024.
Netflix’s Blood of Zeus
The show is created and written by Charley and Vlas Parlapanides for Netflix, who are known for the Death Note live-action adaptation and the 2011 Immortals, starring Henry Cavill. The Parlapanides brothers are of Greek descent, and they once revealed that they wanted to add more authenticity to the stories told by Hollywood about Greek mythologies.
They even targeted gigantic media franchises like the Marvel Cinematic Universe and the DC Universe and called their rendition of portraying Greek culture “Greek Mythology with costumes.”
Vlas Parlapanides...
Netflix’s Blood of Zeus
The show is created and written by Charley and Vlas Parlapanides for Netflix, who are known for the Death Note live-action adaptation and the 2011 Immortals, starring Henry Cavill. The Parlapanides brothers are of Greek descent, and they once revealed that they wanted to add more authenticity to the stories told by Hollywood about Greek mythologies.
They even targeted gigantic media franchises like the Marvel Cinematic Universe and the DC Universe and called their rendition of portraying Greek culture “Greek Mythology with costumes.”
Vlas Parlapanides...
- 5/7/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball has existed for well over three decades, and in this golden period, the show has featured a plethora of iconic moments. From Goku’s epic battle with King Piccolo to launching a Super Spirit Bomb to defeat Kid Buu, the series has given its fans countless memorable moments that have left a lasting impact in the minds of the viewers.
Kid Goku
Even though each moment of our protagonist marks a landmark in the series, Toryima-Sensei shared how coming up with such iconic moments in the series was never easy. The legendary mangaka opened up about the immense fan pressure that he felt while drawing the 21st Tenka’ichi Budōkai Arc. As a result, he was forced to change the story that would have featured a key moment of our young protagonist.
Akira Toriyama Felt Immense Fan Pressure During The 21st Tenka’ichi Budōkai Arc...
Kid Goku
Even though each moment of our protagonist marks a landmark in the series, Toryima-Sensei shared how coming up with such iconic moments in the series was never easy. The legendary mangaka opened up about the immense fan pressure that he felt while drawing the 21st Tenka’ichi Budōkai Arc. As a result, he was forced to change the story that would have featured a key moment of our young protagonist.
Akira Toriyama Felt Immense Fan Pressure During The 21st Tenka’ichi Budōkai Arc...
- 5/7/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
While Dragon Ball fans are head over heels for Goku, they often forget the show’s deutragonist, Vegeta. This fallen prince of the Saiyan race is doomed to always be overshadowed by Goku. Despite being tremendously powerful himself, he often serves as the appetizer to Goku’s main act.
Many Dragon Ball fans express disappointment in how Akira Toriyama treats Vegeta. After all, it’s been decades since the show has been running, and Vegeta hardly has any independent wins.
In fact, the one form that Vegeta acquired beyond Goku’s reach was forgotten by the mangaka too soon.
Vegeta’s Super Saiyan Blue Evolved in Dragon Ball Super
Super Saiyan Blue Evolved is an anime original power attained by Vegeta in episode 131 of Dragon Ball Super. This transformation was achieved when Vegeta broke through his shell in the Tournament of Power. He went beyond the previous power of Super...
Many Dragon Ball fans express disappointment in how Akira Toriyama treats Vegeta. After all, it’s been decades since the show has been running, and Vegeta hardly has any independent wins.
In fact, the one form that Vegeta acquired beyond Goku’s reach was forgotten by the mangaka too soon.
Vegeta’s Super Saiyan Blue Evolved in Dragon Ball Super
Super Saiyan Blue Evolved is an anime original power attained by Vegeta in episode 131 of Dragon Ball Super. This transformation was achieved when Vegeta broke through his shell in the Tournament of Power. He went beyond the previous power of Super...
- 5/6/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
The first time Goku turned Super Saiyan was a legendary moment in Dragon Ball‘s history. Every pair of eyes that saw the transformation, regardless of age, has the moment stamped in their brain. It turns out that Akira Toriyama had actually muted the transformation from what it could have been.
Turning Super Saiyan made Goku several times as powerful as his natural state, and the mode was triggered by an extreme mix of emotions. Who can forget Frieza’s face when he realized he had the bad luck of facing a legendary Saiyan who emerged once every 1000 years?
In an interview, Toriyama revealed why he decided Goku’s power level during Super Saiyan should not increase too much.
Akira Toriyama Reduced Goku’s Super Saiyan Power Level in Dragon Ball Goku transforming into Super Saiyan for the first time (Credit: Toei Animation)
During the planning of the Super Saiyan transformation,...
Turning Super Saiyan made Goku several times as powerful as his natural state, and the mode was triggered by an extreme mix of emotions. Who can forget Frieza’s face when he realized he had the bad luck of facing a legendary Saiyan who emerged once every 1000 years?
In an interview, Toriyama revealed why he decided Goku’s power level during Super Saiyan should not increase too much.
Akira Toriyama Reduced Goku’s Super Saiyan Power Level in Dragon Ball Goku transforming into Super Saiyan for the first time (Credit: Toei Animation)
During the planning of the Super Saiyan transformation,...
- 5/6/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Every character in Dragon Ball has upgraded with time and adapted themselves to become an important part of the narrative, except for Yamcha. Yamcha might be the only major character from the beginning of the series who has been left behind in terms of strength, and Dragon Ball fans believe that he did not deserve this.
Yamcha – Dragon Ball
If Akira Toriyama wanted, he could have easily kept Yamcha relevant to the story as a secondary character like Krillin or Master Roshi, but he decided to take a different route and make him a comedic character who was only needed to introduce a joke in the story. Still, Yamcha had some achievements that made him a memorable character.
Dragon Ball fans might not know this, but Yamcha was once able to beat up a villain that even Goku couldn’t defeat. It was one of the rare moments where he...
Yamcha – Dragon Ball
If Akira Toriyama wanted, he could have easily kept Yamcha relevant to the story as a secondary character like Krillin or Master Roshi, but he decided to take a different route and make him a comedic character who was only needed to introduce a joke in the story. Still, Yamcha had some achievements that made him a memorable character.
Dragon Ball fans might not know this, but Yamcha was once able to beat up a villain that even Goku couldn’t defeat. It was one of the rare moments where he...
- 5/6/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
In the Dragon Ball universe, the only character that is debated to be stronger than the protagonist, Goku, is his first son, Gohan. Many fans believe that Gohan’s achievements as a kid in Dragon Ball Z were far more commendable than Goku’s. He was the youngest Saiyan to attain the power of Super Saiyan in the world.
Gohan’s Super Saiyan 2
Not only that, but he was also the first Saiyan to reach Super Saiyan 2, and he did so while fighting Cell, who is considered to be one of the most evil villains in the Dragon Ball world. Even the likes of Goku, Vegeta, and Future Trunks couldn’t reach that level. Today marks the 31st anniversary of Gohan doing the unthinkable.
As soon as the news about Gohan’s accomplishment reached the internet, Dragon Ball fans came together to celebrate it because many still believe that Gohan...
Gohan’s Super Saiyan 2
Not only that, but he was also the first Saiyan to reach Super Saiyan 2, and he did so while fighting Cell, who is considered to be one of the most evil villains in the Dragon Ball world. Even the likes of Goku, Vegeta, and Future Trunks couldn’t reach that level. Today marks the 31st anniversary of Gohan doing the unthinkable.
As soon as the news about Gohan’s accomplishment reached the internet, Dragon Ball fans came together to celebrate it because many still believe that Gohan...
- 5/6/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto has only risen in popularity 25 years after its initial release, continually enjoyed by its global fans across different generations. During the time of the series’ release, Kishimoto-san was struggling as a mangaka, but this series changed everything as it established him as one of the greatest mangakas with unparalleled skills in storytelling, equipped with intricately crafted characters.
Naruto Uzumaki
The manga became so popular that in 2002, the manga received its anime adaptation, and it instantly became a fan-favorite series. Even though the anime series came to a conclusion in 2017, it sits comfortably at #13 in Ann’s list of ‘Top 500 Most Popular’ anime in history. Despite the series always being kept in high regard by the fans, they are throwing a fit after a giant Monkey D. Luffy mascot shows up in Paris.
Naruto Fans Displayed a Temper Tantrum After Witnessing Monkey D. Luffy’s Birthday Celebration...
Naruto Uzumaki
The manga became so popular that in 2002, the manga received its anime adaptation, and it instantly became a fan-favorite series. Even though the anime series came to a conclusion in 2017, it sits comfortably at #13 in Ann’s list of ‘Top 500 Most Popular’ anime in history. Despite the series always being kept in high regard by the fans, they are throwing a fit after a giant Monkey D. Luffy mascot shows up in Paris.
Naruto Fans Displayed a Temper Tantrum After Witnessing Monkey D. Luffy’s Birthday Celebration...
- 5/6/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Dragon Ball might be the end-all for many otakus, but for Akira Toriyama, it’s a playground to experiment with ideas. Given its popularity, Toriyama usually gets instant feedback on how fans receive a move.
However, one transformation has historically made fans doubt the series, but it never managed to dissuade Toriyama from using the move again and again. In an interview, the author finally lifted the veil on how the Super Saiyan Fusion move came to exist.
How did Akira Toriyama Create the Saiyan Fusion? Goku and Vegeta fuse to form Gogeta | Dragon Ball Fandom
In an interview, Akira Toriyama unapologetically confessed that the idea of the Super Saiyan Fusion was the product of a joke. Fusion is a technique that allows two beings to merge into one to combine their strengths, intelligence, and speed.
“If I remember correctly, I was talking about how, as a concept, “there’s...
However, one transformation has historically made fans doubt the series, but it never managed to dissuade Toriyama from using the move again and again. In an interview, the author finally lifted the veil on how the Super Saiyan Fusion move came to exist.
How did Akira Toriyama Create the Saiyan Fusion? Goku and Vegeta fuse to form Gogeta | Dragon Ball Fandom
In an interview, Akira Toriyama unapologetically confessed that the idea of the Super Saiyan Fusion was the product of a joke. Fusion is a technique that allows two beings to merge into one to combine their strengths, intelligence, and speed.
“If I remember correctly, I was talking about how, as a concept, “there’s...
- 5/5/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball Z: Fusion Reborn is often considered one of the best non-canon Dbz films. The film captivated the audience with its thrilling action sequences, with a gripping narrative that followed the epic fusion of Goku and Vegeta, the two iconic characters from the series, creating one of the strongest and coolest characters, Gogeta.
Gogeta making his first-ever appearance in the Dbz universe
While the Shonen series is renowned for featuring jaw-dropping villains such as Frieza, Cooler, Cell, Majin Buu, and many more, there’s perhaps none more sinister than Janemba. The non-canonical film showcased the character as the physical embodiment of pure evil, who unleashed chaos in Earth and Hell, giving a tough time to our protagonists.
The character was so perfect that he got Toriyama-Sensei’s praise, as he was not the brain behind the design of the character.
Janemba Earned Akira Toriyama’s Vote...
Gogeta making his first-ever appearance in the Dbz universe
While the Shonen series is renowned for featuring jaw-dropping villains such as Frieza, Cooler, Cell, Majin Buu, and many more, there’s perhaps none more sinister than Janemba. The non-canonical film showcased the character as the physical embodiment of pure evil, who unleashed chaos in Earth and Hell, giving a tough time to our protagonists.
The character was so perfect that he got Toriyama-Sensei’s praise, as he was not the brain behind the design of the character.
Janemba Earned Akira Toriyama’s Vote...
- 5/5/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero is raising the anticipation level of the fans day by day. The upcoming game is going to feature some of the most popular Dragon Ball Z characters with various power levels. The game looks forward to resurrecting the renowned Budokai Tenkaichi series. Everything that has been reported about the game so far has been impressive, and fans are looking forward to reliving the best moments from Akira Toriyama’s magnum opus.
Kakarot in Ssj Blue form in Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero
Even though the roster looks quite robust with a plethora of playable characters from across the Dragon Ball universe, none of the Dragon Ball games are complete without Son-Goku. Kazuhiko Torishima wanted to work on a three-dimensional story to make a massive difference in the game’s series, which now makes it stand out in the sea of fighting games.
Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero Paid...
Kakarot in Ssj Blue form in Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero
Even though the roster looks quite robust with a plethora of playable characters from across the Dragon Ball universe, none of the Dragon Ball games are complete without Son-Goku. Kazuhiko Torishima wanted to work on a three-dimensional story to make a massive difference in the game’s series, which now makes it stand out in the sea of fighting games.
Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero Paid...
- 5/5/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Although gone at the age of 68, Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball remains one of the most iconic manga and anime series of all time. The manga artist’s name shines bright as a beacon of creative brilliance. He has left an indelible mark in the manga industry with his unparalleled ability to tell the gripping story of Goku and his friends.
SSJ3 Goku battles Majin Buu in Dbz
Throughout the series, the mangaka has blended elements of action, humor, and emotions which have played an integral role in keeping the fans hooked to the story. However, in an industry where series like One Piece, Naruto, Bleach, and many more exist, critics often questioned Toriyama-Sensei’s creative output. To silence the critics, the mangaka came up with one unique concept that silenced everyone, who doubted his talent.
Toriyama-Sensei Proved His Superiority With One Unique Concept Introduced in the Dragon Ball Series...
SSJ3 Goku battles Majin Buu in Dbz
Throughout the series, the mangaka has blended elements of action, humor, and emotions which have played an integral role in keeping the fans hooked to the story. However, in an industry where series like One Piece, Naruto, Bleach, and many more exist, critics often questioned Toriyama-Sensei’s creative output. To silence the critics, the mangaka came up with one unique concept that silenced everyone, who doubted his talent.
Toriyama-Sensei Proved His Superiority With One Unique Concept Introduced in the Dragon Ball Series...
- 5/4/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
After Iron Man came out in 2008, Marvel fans were pretty much convinced that Robert Downey Jr. was the perfect fit for the character. Dragon Ball characters share something similar, which fans may realize with the arrival of Sparking Zero. They will notice if there is a change in voice behind a character. Much like the short instance that happened with King Kai’s voice during the Frieza Saga.
Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero is said to bring in 164 characters with its roster, and the better half of them seemed to have retained their voices from the original English dub of the anime. The game is rumored to arrive by the end of this year, but nothing has been officially announced concerning it.
That’s Indeed Gohan, but There’s Something Odd About Him Stephanie Nadolny voiced Son Gohan in Dragon Ball Z.
The next installment in the Budokai Tenkaichi series gets almost everything right,...
Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero is said to bring in 164 characters with its roster, and the better half of them seemed to have retained their voices from the original English dub of the anime. The game is rumored to arrive by the end of this year, but nothing has been officially announced concerning it.
That’s Indeed Gohan, but There’s Something Odd About Him Stephanie Nadolny voiced Son Gohan in Dragon Ball Z.
The next installment in the Budokai Tenkaichi series gets almost everything right,...
- 5/4/2024
- by Anurag Batham
- FandomWire
Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball Z and Dragon Ball Super featured Future Trunks, who quickly stood out from its vast array of characters, as he was given a few emotional moments with his father, Vegeta. His story is different from others, where he is shown how his world was eradicated by the Androids in Dbz, and again by Goku Black and Zamasu in Dbs. Despite having a tragic background, there’s no denying that Future Trunks fights for a greater cause like he did in the Cell Saga and the Goku Black Saga.
Future Trunks in Dragon Ball Super
However, what stood out was how there was one particular aspect of his development that made him stand out which was quite baseless to be used. Toriyama-Sensei featured our Saiyan with two Ssj forms, which was quite useless; to explain how useless it was, Kakarot and The Prince of All Saiyans would never use it,...
Future Trunks in Dragon Ball Super
However, what stood out was how there was one particular aspect of his development that made him stand out which was quite baseless to be used. Toriyama-Sensei featured our Saiyan with two Ssj forms, which was quite useless; to explain how useless it was, Kakarot and The Prince of All Saiyans would never use it,...
- 5/3/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Frieza has been an on-and-off villain in Dragon Ball for a long time. This bald lizard of an alien is always the hardest to defeat and forces Goku to achieve a new Super Saiyan form every time he appears.
After Frieza was repeatedly defeated in the manga, you must have thought he was finally done, right? If you thought so then Akira Toriyama’s last joke has been well-played on you. In an interview, the illustrator of Dragon Ball Super, Toyotarou, revealed that Frieza’s comeback has been planned for a long time.
Even more shocking is the news that the villain’s latest form has been inspired by a joke.
What was the Inspiration Behind Black Frieza in Dragon Ball Super? Black Frieza | Dragon Ball Super Fandom
Toyotarou, the illustrator of Dragon Ball Super, revealed in an official interview that the concept of Black Frieza was inspired by credit cards.
After Frieza was repeatedly defeated in the manga, you must have thought he was finally done, right? If you thought so then Akira Toriyama’s last joke has been well-played on you. In an interview, the illustrator of Dragon Ball Super, Toyotarou, revealed that Frieza’s comeback has been planned for a long time.
Even more shocking is the news that the villain’s latest form has been inspired by a joke.
What was the Inspiration Behind Black Frieza in Dragon Ball Super? Black Frieza | Dragon Ball Super Fandom
Toyotarou, the illustrator of Dragon Ball Super, revealed in an official interview that the concept of Black Frieza was inspired by credit cards.
- 5/3/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
A big-screen adaptation of The Legend of Zelda is on the way. Nintendo is working with Sony Pictures Entertainment on the new Zelda project, following the $1 billion success of Universal’s The Super Mario Bros. Movie adaptation.
Sony will distribute the live-action flick, which will be helmed by Wes Ball, the man behind the Maze Runner trilogy. But did you know that way back in 2010, a tweet from the director showed off his amiable disposition when he admitted to not even harboring the hope that he’d spearhead the direction of a project as epic as The Legend of Zelda?
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (Credit: Nintendo)
That being said, now that he is attached to the project as director, his “hope” is granted, and we can be confident that the eagerly anticipated live-action will live up to the hype.
Unearthing Wes Ball’s Decade-Old Tweet & the...
Sony will distribute the live-action flick, which will be helmed by Wes Ball, the man behind the Maze Runner trilogy. But did you know that way back in 2010, a tweet from the director showed off his amiable disposition when he admitted to not even harboring the hope that he’d spearhead the direction of a project as epic as The Legend of Zelda?
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (Credit: Nintendo)
That being said, now that he is attached to the project as director, his “hope” is granted, and we can be confident that the eagerly anticipated live-action will live up to the hype.
Unearthing Wes Ball’s Decade-Old Tweet & the...
- 5/3/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Fullmetal Alchemist by Hiromu Arakawa and Dragon Ball by Akira Toriyama are two of the biggest names in the anime and manga world. The two series have inspired many mangakas and have been a source of entertainment for millions of fans. But what many people don’t know is that the two masterpieces share an interesting connection.
Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood (2009)
The intriguing similarity between the two is that the mangakas of both series, Toriyama and Arakawa, drew inspiration from animals for their creations. A big part of Dragon Ball, The Great Ape, is inspired by monkeys, and in the case of Fullmetal Alchemist, the Law of Equivalent Exchange is inspired by Arakawa’s experience while working on the farm with animals.
Both creators have mentioned their love for animals and how it led to them creating some of the most inspirational manga in history.
Akira Toriyama’s Love for Pets...
Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood (2009)
The intriguing similarity between the two is that the mangakas of both series, Toriyama and Arakawa, drew inspiration from animals for their creations. A big part of Dragon Ball, The Great Ape, is inspired by monkeys, and in the case of Fullmetal Alchemist, the Law of Equivalent Exchange is inspired by Arakawa’s experience while working on the farm with animals.
Both creators have mentioned their love for animals and how it led to them creating some of the most inspirational manga in history.
Akira Toriyama’s Love for Pets...
- 5/3/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
When we talk about renowned manga series in the otaku community many popular names come to our mind. The choices are vast as fans would say names of popular titles like Jujutsu Kaisen, One Piece, Naruto, Bleach, Demon Slayer, and many more. However, Akutami-san’s and Oda-Sensei’s work remains on top of the charts, both mangas have broken numerous records in 2023.
A still from Gege Akutami’s Jujutsu Kaisen
Jjk claimed the title of #1 anime as it was immensely popular among its viewers, while Op kept its viewers hooked on the series as the manga progressed into one of its final arcs. Despite immense popularity, neither of the two titles claimed the spot of the most-selling manga in 2023. Much to the surprise of the fans of both series, the spot was claimed by Muneyuki Kaneshiro’s Blue Lock, and the difference between their sales is immense.
Blue Lock Beats...
A still from Gege Akutami’s Jujutsu Kaisen
Jjk claimed the title of #1 anime as it was immensely popular among its viewers, while Op kept its viewers hooked on the series as the manga progressed into one of its final arcs. Despite immense popularity, neither of the two titles claimed the spot of the most-selling manga in 2023. Much to the surprise of the fans of both series, the spot was claimed by Muneyuki Kaneshiro’s Blue Lock, and the difference between their sales is immense.
Blue Lock Beats...
- 5/3/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
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