The biggest no-brainer question in the world is probably: “Who is the strongest Dragon Ball character?” In fact, some otakus might even hunt you down if the answer is anything but Goku. Yet, what if I said that Akira Toriyama himself planned to usurp Goku’s power within Dragon Ball with none other than his own son?
Yes, the person in question is Gohan, the son of Goku and Chi Chi who has achieved many feats of strength in the Dragon Ball franchise. While he is a well-known character, Goku and Vegeta still reign supreme over hearts. But the power equation might topple once Gohan grows older.
Gohan’s Unique Beast Form in Dragon Ball Gohan Beast | Dragon Ball Fandom
Gohan first achieved his Beast state in the Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero movie. Gohan Beast is an evolved form of the Ultimate State, and it is also his current strongest transformation.
Yes, the person in question is Gohan, the son of Goku and Chi Chi who has achieved many feats of strength in the Dragon Ball franchise. While he is a well-known character, Goku and Vegeta still reign supreme over hearts. But the power equation might topple once Gohan grows older.
Gohan’s Unique Beast Form in Dragon Ball Gohan Beast | Dragon Ball Fandom
Gohan first achieved his Beast state in the Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero movie. Gohan Beast is an evolved form of the Ultimate State, and it is also his current strongest transformation.
- 4/27/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball Z is still as popular as the day it was aired for the first time. The show is often seen as one of the most popular Shonen series and is primarily responsible for making anime so popular back in the day. Toriyama’s series features Kakarot as its protagonist, and a majority of Dbz is driven by him and the Z Fighters training themselves and getting stronger to stop the lifeforms that pose threats to planet Earth.
The Z Fighters
Toriyama-Sensei has decided to keep the story more Goku-centric, where he is given more iconic moments such as him turning Ssj 1 for the first time during his climactic battle with Frieza on Planet Namek. Despite giving so many iconic moments to Kakarot, the mangaka has also given him the most useless Saiyan transformation, which was hated ardently by the editors.
Akira Toriyama Gave Fans...
The Z Fighters
Toriyama-Sensei has decided to keep the story more Goku-centric, where he is given more iconic moments such as him turning Ssj 1 for the first time during his climactic battle with Frieza on Planet Namek. Despite giving so many iconic moments to Kakarot, the mangaka has also given him the most useless Saiyan transformation, which was hated ardently by the editors.
Akira Toriyama Gave Fans...
- 4/27/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Dragon Ball has opened the manga and anime industry to the world. Akira Toriyama’s magnum opus has achieved worldwide fame, and every anime fan knows about its existence. One of the striking features of the franchise is the over-the-top transformations that always seem to headline the anime world. Through the Dragon Ball franchise, Akira Toriyama achieved an iconic status.
Not only the protagonists but the antagonists’ are also quite powerful and often give heroes a run for their money. But there is a certain villain that even the mangaka found unsettling. His cruelty and strength were on another level, and Toriyama sensei had to break his rule for the villain. The character in question is none other than the tyrannical ruler Frieza.
Frieza Forced Akira Toriyama To Break His Rules Frieza (Credit: Toei Animation)
The characters from the Dragon Ball franchise have certain aspects instilled upon them by the legendary mangaka.
Not only the protagonists but the antagonists’ are also quite powerful and often give heroes a run for their money. But there is a certain villain that even the mangaka found unsettling. His cruelty and strength were on another level, and Toriyama sensei had to break his rule for the villain. The character in question is none other than the tyrannical ruler Frieza.
Frieza Forced Akira Toriyama To Break His Rules Frieza (Credit: Toei Animation)
The characters from the Dragon Ball franchise have certain aspects instilled upon them by the legendary mangaka.
- 4/27/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
The Dragon Ball franchise has not only left a huge impact on generations of children, teens and young adults, but also on the manga industry. So, after the original Dragon Ball manga concluded in 1995, a huge vacuum was created in its place.
While many wanted to take advantage of it and further their own manga, very few could actually survive in the market. The same is true for Eiichiro Oda, the creator of One Piece. In an interview with Weekly Shonen Jump, the mangaka opened up about the intense competition that occurred in the aftermath of Dragon Ball‘s conclusion.
The Gaping Hole Left by Dragon Ball
In an interview with Weekly Shonen Jump, Eiichiro Oda talked about his memories from when One Piece had first begun serialization. One Piece debuted in July 1997 in the Weekly Shonen Jump magazine, two years after Dragon Ball ended in 1995. After the legendary manga had ended,...
While many wanted to take advantage of it and further their own manga, very few could actually survive in the market. The same is true for Eiichiro Oda, the creator of One Piece. In an interview with Weekly Shonen Jump, the mangaka opened up about the intense competition that occurred in the aftermath of Dragon Ball‘s conclusion.
The Gaping Hole Left by Dragon Ball
In an interview with Weekly Shonen Jump, Eiichiro Oda talked about his memories from when One Piece had first begun serialization. One Piece debuted in July 1997 in the Weekly Shonen Jump magazine, two years after Dragon Ball ended in 1995. After the legendary manga had ended,...
- 4/27/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
TV Asahi is one of Japan’s best-known television channels, and anime fans will know it as well for its contribution to the anime market, which includes Crayon Shin-chan, Doraemon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Blue Lock, Boys Over Flowers, Slam Dunk, Sailor Moon and numerous Gundam titles. But, recently, TV Asahi has decided to make a slightly different contribution to the world of anime by revealing a list of the 20 best anime songs of all time in a special program, but with a twist.
Namely, these songs were selected and ranked only by foreign, non-Japanese fans from around the world. The list includes songs from different time periods, which is why it is a very diverse list, and that is always a good thing. Sadly, we don’t have the special for you as it is not available for streaming, but we do have the list, so enjoy some of the best anime songs ever!
Namely, these songs were selected and ranked only by foreign, non-Japanese fans from around the world. The list includes songs from different time periods, which is why it is a very diverse list, and that is always a good thing. Sadly, we don’t have the special for you as it is not available for streaming, but we do have the list, so enjoy some of the best anime songs ever!
- 4/27/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
In a world where Superhero Cartoons and Disney features dominated the TV scene, Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball Z helped anime to make it into the mainstream. While anime and manga were already introduced in the United States, and shows like Astro Boy or Voltron were already popular, it wasn’t until Toriyama’s Dragon Ball successor came about that anime became a staple part of popular culture and helped lay the foundation of the current anime frenzy.
Dragon Ball Z
And as the series turns 35, fans remember the late Japanese manga artist and character designer, and hail Toriyama for forever changing the entertainment industry with his revolutionizing work.
Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball Z Turns 35
Goku in a still from Dragon Ball Z
It was on April 26th back in 1989 that Dragon Ball Z first debuted on TV screens across Japan. While its journey from Japan to the USA...
Dragon Ball Z
And as the series turns 35, fans remember the late Japanese manga artist and character designer, and hail Toriyama for forever changing the entertainment industry with his revolutionizing work.
Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball Z Turns 35
Goku in a still from Dragon Ball Z
It was on April 26th back in 1989 that Dragon Ball Z first debuted on TV screens across Japan. While its journey from Japan to the USA...
- 4/27/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
Akira Toriyama’s journey started as a mangaka rather unconventionally, but going with the flow helped him create one of the greatest shonen series in history. Having taken inspiration from the best, he managed to create his magnum opus. What once was just a one-shot story soon became an epic tale of great battles and even greater power scaling.
Goku
Toriyama contributed his very best for the series and thus became a legend forever to be remembered. His work became an inspiration throughout countries. A lot of it came because of the unique character designs that incorporated the ideas of what an action manga like Dragon Ball signified. However, the author was keen on changing one factor.
Suggested“Goku going super saiyan for the first time changed my life”: Fans Remember Akira Toriyama on Dragon Ball Z’s 35th Year Anniversary
Right as the series started to gain recognition,...
Goku
Toriyama contributed his very best for the series and thus became a legend forever to be remembered. His work became an inspiration throughout countries. A lot of it came because of the unique character designs that incorporated the ideas of what an action manga like Dragon Ball signified. However, the author was keen on changing one factor.
Suggested“Goku going super saiyan for the first time changed my life”: Fans Remember Akira Toriyama on Dragon Ball Z’s 35th Year Anniversary
Right as the series started to gain recognition,...
- 4/27/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
Akira Toriyama is the one who revolutionized the manga and anime industry. The Dragon Ball franchise set up the path for the Big Three to gain worldwide popularity and become a pillar of the business. Every hardcore anime fan knows that Dragon Ball was inspired by Kung Fu. Akira Toriyama even based one of the characters on Jackie Chan.
The mangaka was a massive fan of Kung-Fu. His magnum opus is a big proof of him being a martial arts fan. Apart from Jackie Chan, there is another famous martial artist who inspired Toriyama sensei.
His paralyzing gaze was shown through Goku while he was on planet Namek. The mentioned martial artist is none other than Bruce Lee. The Kung-Fu star was always with Akira Toriyama in his thoughts and soul.
Akira Toriyama Used A Bruce Lee Reference In His Magnum Opus Bruce Lee from Enter the Dragon (Credit: Warner Bros....
The mangaka was a massive fan of Kung-Fu. His magnum opus is a big proof of him being a martial arts fan. Apart from Jackie Chan, there is another famous martial artist who inspired Toriyama sensei.
His paralyzing gaze was shown through Goku while he was on planet Namek. The mentioned martial artist is none other than Bruce Lee. The Kung-Fu star was always with Akira Toriyama in his thoughts and soul.
Akira Toriyama Used A Bruce Lee Reference In His Magnum Opus Bruce Lee from Enter the Dragon (Credit: Warner Bros....
- 4/26/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
Akira Toriyama has created Super Saiyan versions in every color of the rainbow and more. So, of course, there are transformations serving all kinds of purposes, be it speed, strength, or fusion in Dragon Ball.
With so many Super Saiyan versions available, it is only natural that some of them would follow trends set by other superheroes. This time, the comparison is between Super Saiyan Rage and Marvel’s Hulk.
Similarities Between Super Saiyan Rage in Dragon Ball and Hulk Hulk | Marvel Wiki
Super Saiyan Rage, like its name, was achieved when Future Trunks felt unbelievable anger during the Future Trunks Saga in Dragon Ball. Marvel’s Hulk is also famous for being triggered by rage. While Bruce Banner learned to control the transformation over the years, the main ingredient to Hulk is still anger. Thus, the famous quote:
“I’m always angry.”
-Bruce Banner in The Avengers 2012.
The first...
With so many Super Saiyan versions available, it is only natural that some of them would follow trends set by other superheroes. This time, the comparison is between Super Saiyan Rage and Marvel’s Hulk.
Similarities Between Super Saiyan Rage in Dragon Ball and Hulk Hulk | Marvel Wiki
Super Saiyan Rage, like its name, was achieved when Future Trunks felt unbelievable anger during the Future Trunks Saga in Dragon Ball. Marvel’s Hulk is also famous for being triggered by rage. While Bruce Banner learned to control the transformation over the years, the main ingredient to Hulk is still anger. Thus, the famous quote:
“I’m always angry.”
-Bruce Banner in The Avengers 2012.
The first...
- 4/26/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Note: This article was written by Jameel Raeburn. What’s the ideal starter anime? It’s the question for every anime enthusiast who is recommending a series, or an exploratory watcher curious to dive into the world of anime for the first time. However, there’s no clear answer. While anime is thankfully more accessible than it’s ever been, there are so many characters, plots, genres and themes that you might feel overwhelmed at first glance. You may turn to friends to hopefully nudge you in the right direction, but you can get thirty conflicting answers from thirty different people. The idea of what’s the perfect starter anime has been hotly debated online. In an interview with Michael B. Jordan , the actor revealed his five anime recommendations for those who haven’t watched it before. “ One Piece , Dragon Ball , Naruto , Bleach , and Hunter x Hunter ” were his responses.
- 4/26/2024
- by Guest Author
- Crunchyroll
AkiraToriyama’s Dragon Ball series has achieved the status of one of the most iconic anime and manga series that has continued to capture its audience for several decades. The show continues to endure its popularity with compelling storytelling, well-written characters, and exploring timeless themes of friendship and perseverance. However, none of this would have mattered if Masako Nozawa did not become the voice of our beloved protagonist.
A young Son-Goku
Nozawa-san has been the voice behind Kakarot for several decades. The newest archive of the late Akira Toriyama shares how he played a crucial role in the casting of the voice actor. It led to the start of a legendary duo, which can not be separated. Time and again, she has proven herself worthy, and the mangaka could not imagine her not voicing his protagonist.
Akira Toriyama Played A Crucial in Casting Son-Goku’s Voice Actor
Akira Toriyama’s...
A young Son-Goku
Nozawa-san has been the voice behind Kakarot for several decades. The newest archive of the late Akira Toriyama shares how he played a crucial role in the casting of the voice actor. It led to the start of a legendary duo, which can not be separated. Time and again, she has proven herself worthy, and the mangaka could not imagine her not voicing his protagonist.
Akira Toriyama Played A Crucial in Casting Son-Goku’s Voice Actor
Akira Toriyama’s...
- 4/25/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
When we talk about one of the most significant things about Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball franchise, Super Saiyan Jin or Super Saiyan is the first thing that comes to our mind. It was thrilling to witness Goku transform into the legendary transformation for the very first time on Planet Namek when he battled Frieza to decide the faith of the dictator. From there, Toriyama-Sensei decided to start a trend by featuring Ssj 2, SSJ3, SSJ4, Ssj Blue, and Ssj God.
Vegeta Ssj transformation
There are dozens of transformations featured in different series, including Goku’s mastered Ultra Instinct and Vegeta’s Ultra Ego transformations. However, there is one Super Saiyan transformation that can never be achieved by Kakarot and The Prince of All Saiyans. This is not a hoax as even training for millions of years in the hyperbolic time chamber with Whis or Grand Priest can’t help them achieve it.
Vegeta Ssj transformation
There are dozens of transformations featured in different series, including Goku’s mastered Ultra Instinct and Vegeta’s Ultra Ego transformations. However, there is one Super Saiyan transformation that can never be achieved by Kakarot and The Prince of All Saiyans. This is not a hoax as even training for millions of years in the hyperbolic time chamber with Whis or Grand Priest can’t help them achieve it.
- 4/25/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Akira Toriyama, the creator of Dragon Ball, once confessed in an interview that he does not like one of the most important characters of the series. This character was the Prince of the Saiyans, Vegeta. While Toriyama did not give a reason for it, the news came as a shock to fans that the Dragon Ball creator would dislike such a great character.
Vegeta in Dragon Ball Z (Credits: Toei Animation)
Although Vegeta was introduced as a villain in Dragon Ball Z, he eventually went through a change of heart and became one of the fiercest warriors on Earth. He, along with his rival and partner Goku, saved the Earth multiple times, from the likes of Frieza, Buu, Cooler, Zamasu, Cell, Broly, etc.
Toriyama’s dislike of Vegeta changed when the character started becoming important to the story. Vegeta’s popularity among Dragon Ball fans surely helped him understand the significance of the Saiyan Prince,...
Vegeta in Dragon Ball Z (Credits: Toei Animation)
Although Vegeta was introduced as a villain in Dragon Ball Z, he eventually went through a change of heart and became one of the fiercest warriors on Earth. He, along with his rival and partner Goku, saved the Earth multiple times, from the likes of Frieza, Buu, Cooler, Zamasu, Cell, Broly, etc.
Toriyama’s dislike of Vegeta changed when the character started becoming important to the story. Vegeta’s popularity among Dragon Ball fans surely helped him understand the significance of the Saiyan Prince,...
- 4/25/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
When it comes to collabs, barely any game will beat Fortnite. Be it with John Wick, Star Wars, or Lego, this popular battle royale title has given us so many memorable opportunities to live our favorite franchise in our favorite game.
After tying up with popular animes like Jujutsu Kaisen, Naruto, One Piece, and many more, Fortnite is once again gearing up to collaborate with another famous anime title, My Hero Academia. However, this is not the first time this Epic Games title has gone shoulder to shoulder with this renowned anime.
My Hero Academia Villains in Fortnite Fans will very soon cherish Fortnite x My Hero Acadmia once again.
This is going to be the third time that Fortnite is going to collaborate with My Hero Academia. The last time it happened was in Chapter 4 Season 1 and Chapter 4 Season 4. Now, according to credible leaker/data miner Wenso and insider Hypex,...
After tying up with popular animes like Jujutsu Kaisen, Naruto, One Piece, and many more, Fortnite is once again gearing up to collaborate with another famous anime title, My Hero Academia. However, this is not the first time this Epic Games title has gone shoulder to shoulder with this renowned anime.
My Hero Academia Villains in Fortnite Fans will very soon cherish Fortnite x My Hero Acadmia once again.
This is going to be the third time that Fortnite is going to collaborate with My Hero Academia. The last time it happened was in Chapter 4 Season 1 and Chapter 4 Season 4. Now, according to credible leaker/data miner Wenso and insider Hypex,...
- 4/24/2024
- by Nilendu Brahma
- FandomWire
Growing up I remember being told that anime was just a "phase" that we'd all get over. Rappers like Cochise prove that's not the case, making his love for anime known to anyone who listens to his music. "I’m a rapper out of Florida who loves to rap about cool things I experience in life, which makes anime so strong in my music," Cochise said in our interview and boy, did he mean it when he said the anime influence was strong . Related: Multi-Dimensional Recording Artist Iniko on Inspiring Shonen Anime and Characters That Fit Their Lyrics Cochise's hit song "Hatchback" has nods to several anime in its lyrics, whether it's giving Yu Yu Hakusho's Kuwabara a shout-out or talking about how he's in Tokyo (with his ghouls). It's not just the lyrics, though. Cochise dresses up as some notable anime characters like Doflamingo from One Piece and has direct,...
- 4/24/2024
- by Briana Lawrence
- Crunchyroll
The main character of Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball, Goku, has gone through multiple power-ups over the years, but the most interesting one among them was the fusion technique. It allowed Goku to fuse with his supporting character, Vegeta, who is also a powerful Saiyan, giving them a combination of their overall abilities and strengths.
Fusion Dance
Goku and Vegeta can perform two types of fusion, which result in two different beings with extraordinary strength. The first one is Vegito, and the second one is Gogeta. While Vegito made an appearance during the fight against Super Buu, Gogeta was a non-canonical character for a long time, but ultimately he was introduced in Dragon Ball Super: Broly.
One of Toriyama’s interviews was published in Dragon Ball Daizenshuu 6: Movies & TV Specials, where he talked about the introduction of fusion in the series and how it started as a joke but...
Fusion Dance
Goku and Vegeta can perform two types of fusion, which result in two different beings with extraordinary strength. The first one is Vegito, and the second one is Gogeta. While Vegito made an appearance during the fight against Super Buu, Gogeta was a non-canonical character for a long time, but ultimately he was introduced in Dragon Ball Super: Broly.
One of Toriyama’s interviews was published in Dragon Ball Daizenshuu 6: Movies & TV Specials, where he talked about the introduction of fusion in the series and how it started as a joke but...
- 4/23/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Akira Toriyama’s magnum opus, Dragon Ball, has been entertaining fans for over 40 years. Over time, the series developed into a narrative that has been distributed into different sequels and spin-offs like Dragon Ball Z, Dragon Ball Super, and the latest addition to the franchise, the upcoming Dragon Ball Daima.
Goku and Vegeta in Dragon Ball
However, the death of Toriyama has left a big question for Dragon Ball fans. The question is whether or not the series will continue after the death of its creator. Dragon Ball Super was midway into its story when Toriyama passed away and the manga since then has been on an indefinite hiatus.
But this is not the only problem for Dragon Ball fans. The Dragon Ball series has been going on for so long, and along the way, it has introduced a number of great storylines and characters, but it has also left...
Goku and Vegeta in Dragon Ball
However, the death of Toriyama has left a big question for Dragon Ball fans. The question is whether or not the series will continue after the death of its creator. Dragon Ball Super was midway into its story when Toriyama passed away and the manga since then has been on an indefinite hiatus.
But this is not the only problem for Dragon Ball fans. The Dragon Ball series has been going on for so long, and along the way, it has introduced a number of great storylines and characters, but it has also left...
- 4/23/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
TV Asahi aired a special program on April 21, 2024, dedicating nearly three hours to unveil the top 20 favorite anime songs as voted by non-Japanese anime fans. The program aimed to explore the widespread popularity of Japanese anime culture and its music overseas.
The program was hosted by comedy duo Bakusho Mondai along with Eiji Wentz and featured insights from various guests and voice actors, including Daisuke Sakuma from Snow Man, Miho Watanabe, Yuriko Tiger, Megumi Han, Ryo Horikawa, Rica Matsumoto, and Yuko Miyamura.
After conducting a survey among 1,740 anime fans living abroad, the program revealed the highly anticipated rankings, shedding light on the most beloved anime songs among overseas fans.
Checkout the top 20 anime songs loved by foreign fans below:
20. “Guren no Yumiya” by Linked Horizon (Attack on Titan)
19. “Shinzo wo Sasageyo!” by Linked Horizon (Attack on Titan)
18. “Akuma no Ko” by Ai Higuchi (Attack on Titan)
17. “Tank! by Seatbelts (Cowboy...
The program was hosted by comedy duo Bakusho Mondai along with Eiji Wentz and featured insights from various guests and voice actors, including Daisuke Sakuma from Snow Man, Miho Watanabe, Yuriko Tiger, Megumi Han, Ryo Horikawa, Rica Matsumoto, and Yuko Miyamura.
After conducting a survey among 1,740 anime fans living abroad, the program revealed the highly anticipated rankings, shedding light on the most beloved anime songs among overseas fans.
Checkout the top 20 anime songs loved by foreign fans below:
20. “Guren no Yumiya” by Linked Horizon (Attack on Titan)
19. “Shinzo wo Sasageyo!” by Linked Horizon (Attack on Titan)
18. “Akuma no Ko” by Ai Higuchi (Attack on Titan)
17. “Tank! by Seatbelts (Cowboy...
- 4/23/2024
- by Ami Nazru
- AnimeHunch
Goku and Vegeta are the two greatest rivals not only in Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball show but also in anime history. Their competition goes through many sagas in the story starting from when Vegeta first arrived during Dragon Ball Z.
As time passed, Goku and Vegeta turned from enemies to training partners. Eventually, they formed a bond that resembled brothers. But still, in their journey, Goku and Vegeta fought many times against one another.
Goku and Vegeta in Dragon Ball
Their initial meeting occurred when Vegeta, the Saiyan Prince, visited Earth with the intention of annihilating it and later selling its fragments for money. Goku’s desire to prevent such a catastrophe prompted him into direct confrontation with Vegeta.
Vegeta’s Emotional Depth Outshines Goku’s Raw Power in Dragon Ball
In the Dragon Ball series made by Akira Toriyama, Goku always gets stronger after every fight. He normally...
As time passed, Goku and Vegeta turned from enemies to training partners. Eventually, they formed a bond that resembled brothers. But still, in their journey, Goku and Vegeta fought many times against one another.
Goku and Vegeta in Dragon Ball
Their initial meeting occurred when Vegeta, the Saiyan Prince, visited Earth with the intention of annihilating it and later selling its fragments for money. Goku’s desire to prevent such a catastrophe prompted him into direct confrontation with Vegeta.
Vegeta’s Emotional Depth Outshines Goku’s Raw Power in Dragon Ball
In the Dragon Ball series made by Akira Toriyama, Goku always gets stronger after every fight. He normally...
- 4/22/2024
- by Mudassir Kamran
- FandomWire
The proper implementation of the concept of legacy is a challenging affair in Shounen manga, as is seen in some of the immensely popular titles like Naruto and Dragonball Z. Most often, the weight of the fan favorite iconic characters burdens their legacy immensely, thereby hindering their growth as individual characters. Thankfully, that’s not the case in Shaman King: Flowers, a spin-off and sequel to the original Shaman King created by Hiroyuki Takei, that focuses on the future of the series by charting the journey of Hana Asakura, the son of legendary shaman duo Yoh Asakura and Anna Kyoyama. The series relies on the world-building established in the original series but doesn’t let go of the sense of individuality it has managed to create for itself.
The first twelve episodes of Shaman King: Flowers mainly work as an introduction to Hana’s world, bringing in new characters—legacies...
The first twelve episodes of Shaman King: Flowers mainly work as an introduction to Hana’s world, bringing in new characters—legacies...
- 4/22/2024
- by Siddhartha Das
- Film Fugitives
Dragon Ball, the magnum opus of Akira Toriyama, has been going strong since 1984. The series has been entertaining fans and inspiring manga creators for almost 40 years. However, it was not the first creation of Toriyama. Before working on Dragon Ball, Toriyama released a science fiction manga series called Dr. Slump.
Dragon Ball by Akira Toriyama
The story of Dr. Slump is set around Penguin Village, and it follows the adventures of Arale Norimaki, a little robot girl, and her creator, Senbei Norimaki. The story is a sci-fi-based manga with comedic and humorous elements in it. Dr. Slump marked the beginning of Toriyama’s career and was one of the best manga series of that time.
In an interview, Toriyama explained how he learned from the mistakes he made in Dr. Slump and used them to improve Dragon Ball in such a way that it became one of the biggest anime...
Dragon Ball by Akira Toriyama
The story of Dr. Slump is set around Penguin Village, and it follows the adventures of Arale Norimaki, a little robot girl, and her creator, Senbei Norimaki. The story is a sci-fi-based manga with comedic and humorous elements in it. Dr. Slump marked the beginning of Toriyama’s career and was one of the best manga series of that time.
In an interview, Toriyama explained how he learned from the mistakes he made in Dr. Slump and used them to improve Dragon Ball in such a way that it became one of the biggest anime...
- 4/21/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
As Bandai Namco’s Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero gears up for release, newer updates about the game are continually keeping players hooked. Players will once again be able to see the work of the late Akira Toriyama through the game.
Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero
Last month, the game recently received a new gameplay trailer which highlighted its similarities to the popular Budokai Tenkaichi series. However, there are rumors that the latest game from the franchise could be dropping an important feature that has been a part of the series for decades.
Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero will not feature local co-op
Although it cannot be said with certainty, according to an interview with Laun Le Mal (transcribed by ShonenGames) the upcoming game will not support local co-op. The user stated that Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero producer Jun Furutani reportedly proclaimed that the upcoming fighter will not have a local split-screen co-op.
Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero
Last month, the game recently received a new gameplay trailer which highlighted its similarities to the popular Budokai Tenkaichi series. However, there are rumors that the latest game from the franchise could be dropping an important feature that has been a part of the series for decades.
Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero will not feature local co-op
Although it cannot be said with certainty, according to an interview with Laun Le Mal (transcribed by ShonenGames) the upcoming game will not support local co-op. The user stated that Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero producer Jun Furutani reportedly proclaimed that the upcoming fighter will not have a local split-screen co-op.
- 4/20/2024
- by Amarylisa Gonsalves
- FandomWire
Authors often find themself overcome with exhaustion because of the constant work they have to do, Akira Toriyama being no exception to the same. In his many decades as a mangaka, whether with Dr. Slump or Dragon Ball, he always gave his best with each chapter that came out. From epic storytelling to carefully crafted character sketches, there was nothing the mangaka didn’t put his heart into.
The first Super Saiyan transformation | Dragon Ball Fandom
In the midst of it all, there is a possibility to be consumed by one’s work. Either by obsession or obligation, it becomes less of an option and more of an illusion of choice. Despite it all, every artist tries to put in their best to give the audience what they most want.
“I did it grudgingly”: Fans May Not Know of The Unsung Hero Behind Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball Games...
The first Super Saiyan transformation | Dragon Ball Fandom
In the midst of it all, there is a possibility to be consumed by one’s work. Either by obsession or obligation, it becomes less of an option and more of an illusion of choice. Despite it all, every artist tries to put in their best to give the audience what they most want.
“I did it grudgingly”: Fans May Not Know of The Unsung Hero Behind Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball Games...
- 4/20/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
Dragon Ball‘s Goku is often seen as the epitome of a Shonen hero. Goku’s status in the anime world sparks millions of controversies every year. Under the video of any strong anime character, fans comment that they would be defeated by Goku in an instant.
So, how did Goku become a universal scale of strength? Obviously, all credits go to Akira Toriyama, the creator of Dragon Ball, who ensured that Goku stood out in a field of extremely similar protagonists.
From Goku’s struggle to win the Tenka’ichi Budokai to giving him a tail, here are all the things Akira Toriyama incorporated in Dragon Ball to make Goku “not like the rest.”
Why didn’t Goku win the Tenka’ichi Budokai sooner in Dragon Ball? Goku in the Dragon Ball saga.
In an interview, Akira Toriyama revealed that when Goku participated in the Tenka’ichi Budokai in Dragon Ball,...
So, how did Goku become a universal scale of strength? Obviously, all credits go to Akira Toriyama, the creator of Dragon Ball, who ensured that Goku stood out in a field of extremely similar protagonists.
From Goku’s struggle to win the Tenka’ichi Budokai to giving him a tail, here are all the things Akira Toriyama incorporated in Dragon Ball to make Goku “not like the rest.”
Why didn’t Goku win the Tenka’ichi Budokai sooner in Dragon Ball? Goku in the Dragon Ball saga.
In an interview, Akira Toriyama revealed that when Goku participated in the Tenka’ichi Budokai in Dragon Ball,...
- 4/18/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Episode 95 of Dragon Ball Z was a historical episode of the franchise. Why? Because it was the first time that Goku transformed into Super Saiyan. Yes, the same legendary move that opened the door to more powerful transformations in the future.
In this episode, Goku is pushed to intense rage after Frieza murders Krillin. For the first time, Goku gained a golden aura, with blonde hair and the determination to end Frieza. The transformation not only shocked the antagonist, but also every impressionable child who saw it, and later tried to act it out themselves.
Yet, Akira Toriyama admits to never actually wanting to debut the Super Saiyan mode. For him, it was the last door to knock on.
Why did Akira Toriyama hesitate to create Super Saiyan in Dragon Ball? The first Super Saiyan transformation | Dragon Ball Fandom
As you all know, Goku has faced numerous enemies even before...
In this episode, Goku is pushed to intense rage after Frieza murders Krillin. For the first time, Goku gained a golden aura, with blonde hair and the determination to end Frieza. The transformation not only shocked the antagonist, but also every impressionable child who saw it, and later tried to act it out themselves.
Yet, Akira Toriyama admits to never actually wanting to debut the Super Saiyan mode. For him, it was the last door to knock on.
Why did Akira Toriyama hesitate to create Super Saiyan in Dragon Ball? The first Super Saiyan transformation | Dragon Ball Fandom
As you all know, Goku has faced numerous enemies even before...
- 4/18/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero is hitting everyone’s nostalgia buttons in the best ways possible. As a resurrection of the beloved Budokai Tenkaichi series, Bandai Namco’s upcoming title is going to be a treat for fans of fighting games and the franchise.
The most important aspect of fighting games such as this is the character roster. Not only does it have to be robust, but it has to feature not only prominent characters but also those with a cult following. Thankfully, Sparking Zero is going to do both, as we have confirmation of a particular character that rarely gets screen time.
This Character is Coming from the Future to Lend a Hand
Two-handed Kamehamehas are no longer the norm.
Akira Toriyama’s universe has grown exponentially, in a very literal sense. With all the different off-shoots of Dragon Ball, we have new characters entering the fray from all angles.
The most important aspect of fighting games such as this is the character roster. Not only does it have to be robust, but it has to feature not only prominent characters but also those with a cult following. Thankfully, Sparking Zero is going to do both, as we have confirmation of a particular character that rarely gets screen time.
This Character is Coming from the Future to Lend a Hand
Two-handed Kamehamehas are no longer the norm.
Akira Toriyama’s universe has grown exponentially, in a very literal sense. With all the different off-shoots of Dragon Ball, we have new characters entering the fray from all angles.
- 4/17/2024
- by Sagar Nerala
- FandomWire
Many people may think that Anime and manga are for children as the animation style can be cute and doesn't hold the same weight as a live-action drama series.
This is where you may be wrong, as the success of Crunchyroll, an anime streaming service, proves how popular Anime is with audiences.
Crunchyroll is currently the most extensive anime-only streaming service out there while still being the most significant anime service for fans of the art style.
This doesn't mean everyone knows what Crunchyroll is and how it gained success.
I bet most Crunchyroll users don't know how this niche streaming service became relevant in today's streaming market sector.
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To find out how Crunchyroll became a success, read this article below.
How Did Anime Enter The Mainstream Market
One of the first significant anime films to gain success in the Western world was 1988's Akira.
This is where you may be wrong, as the success of Crunchyroll, an anime streaming service, proves how popular Anime is with audiences.
Crunchyroll is currently the most extensive anime-only streaming service out there while still being the most significant anime service for fans of the art style.
This doesn't mean everyone knows what Crunchyroll is and how it gained success.
I bet most Crunchyroll users don't know how this niche streaming service became relevant in today's streaming market sector.
View Slideshow: 17 Action Anime That Will Change Your Life
To find out how Crunchyroll became a success, read this article below.
How Did Anime Enter The Mainstream Market
One of the first significant anime films to gain success in the Western world was 1988's Akira.
- 4/17/2024
- by Jason Collins
- TVfanatic
Ranker is a popular place on the Internet where people can rank whatever they want, however, they want, and whenever they want. This is always a fan-focused ranking system and it is never officially tied to the people behind the projects in question. Recently, a large survey was organized on the site with the following description:
If you grew up reading manga, you probably have some copies of Shonen Jump laying around your house. That being said, what is the best Shonen Jump anime of all time? Some of the most famous anime of all time was once published in Shonen Jump, such as One Piece, Naruto, Bleach, Gintama, and so many more massive shows. Shonen Jump anime series are usually long running, with shows like One Piece running close to 1,000 episodes at this point. The American version of Shonen Jump (based on Japan’s Weekly Shonen Jump) is no longer in circulation,...
If you grew up reading manga, you probably have some copies of Shonen Jump laying around your house. That being said, what is the best Shonen Jump anime of all time? Some of the most famous anime of all time was once published in Shonen Jump, such as One Piece, Naruto, Bleach, Gintama, and so many more massive shows. Shonen Jump anime series are usually long running, with shows like One Piece running close to 1,000 episodes at this point. The American version of Shonen Jump (based on Japan’s Weekly Shonen Jump) is no longer in circulation,...
- 4/16/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
Your Old Droog has dropped a banging new posse cut featuring Denzel Curry and Method Man. Titled “Dbz,” the lyrical free-for-all was produced by Madlib. Stream it below.
Trading bars over an expertly-chopped soul sample, each rapper gets off their best punchlines and pop culture references. Droog opens the track by comparing haters to NBA player Dillon Brooks, who cost his team a playoff series against LeBron James due to his antics: “You ain’t no villain, you Dillon Brooks/ Let me guess, you on your Grizzly, tryna diss me/ I’m looking at him like Bron, ‘Dawg, who is he?'”
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Grabbing the mic for the third verse, Method Man name-checks Spider-Man and shouts out his native Staten Island, rapping, “Love Mary Jane like I’m Peter Parker/ Si New Yorker, we don’t make up stories, Sephora.”
Closing out the track, Curry shouts...
Trading bars over an expertly-chopped soul sample, each rapper gets off their best punchlines and pop culture references. Droog opens the track by comparing haters to NBA player Dillon Brooks, who cost his team a playoff series against LeBron James due to his antics: “You ain’t no villain, you Dillon Brooks/ Let me guess, you on your Grizzly, tryna diss me/ I’m looking at him like Bron, ‘Dawg, who is he?'”
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Grabbing the mic for the third verse, Method Man name-checks Spider-Man and shouts out his native Staten Island, rapping, “Love Mary Jane like I’m Peter Parker/ Si New Yorker, we don’t make up stories, Sephora.”
Closing out the track, Curry shouts...
- 4/12/2024
- by Eddie Fu
- Consequence - Music
The iconic Dragon Ball series which inspired millions of manga creators and entertained an indefinite number of fans was the masterwork of Akira Toriyama. Toriyama spent all of his life trying to make the series one of the best anime and manga series in the world and he succeeded in his quest.
Dragon Ball by Akira Toriyama
However, he alone was not responsible for the feats that the series achieved. He had a whole team who along with Toriyama worked day and night on Dragon Ball and took it to the pinnacle of the anime and manga industry. But the process was not a smooth sail. While there one some great suggestions and decisions, there were also creative differences which often led to heated arguments.
One such instance was when Toriyama wanted to make a change with Goku’s physical appearance but he had a disagreement with his editor. The...
Dragon Ball by Akira Toriyama
However, he alone was not responsible for the feats that the series achieved. He had a whole team who along with Toriyama worked day and night on Dragon Ball and took it to the pinnacle of the anime and manga industry. But the process was not a smooth sail. While there one some great suggestions and decisions, there were also creative differences which often led to heated arguments.
One such instance was when Toriyama wanted to make a change with Goku’s physical appearance but he had a disagreement with his editor. The...
- 4/11/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
The Sand Land TV anime continues its adventure each week, leading up to the finale on May 1. After expanding on the film in the first arc of the TV anime series, Beelzebub is now journeying through the Forest Lands in the newest arc, The Story of the Angel Hero , a brand new story for the anime conceived by the late Akira Toriyama. A brand new trailer and visual were released for The Story of the Angel Hero arc to celebrate the new arc with Beelzebub facing up against Muniel. Related: Sand Land TV Anime Version Starts March 20 With Seven Episode Premiere The Sand Land TV anime streams weekly on Disney Plus around the world with 10 episodes available to watch. The original anime film is directed by Toshihisa Yokoshima and Hiroshi Kojina at animation production houses Sunrise, Kamikaze Douga and Anima. The film was released in Japan on August 18, opening at 6th place.
- 4/10/2024
- by Daryl Harding
- Crunchyroll
Featuring "Futatsu no Kotoba" by Madkid ( The Rising of the Shield Hero Op) and "Tsunagiai" by Takayoshi Tanimoto ( Dragon Ball Z Kai Op), respectively, creditless versions of Tadaima Okaeri ' s opening and ending theme sequences are now available to watch below. The first episode of the Bl slice-of-life series is streaming on Crunchyroll . Tadaima, Okaeri Opening Theme Video Tadaima, Okaeri Ending Theme Video Related: The Duke of Death and His Maid Season 3 Anime Releases Creditless Theme Song Videos Based on the manga by Ichi Ichikawa, Tadaima, Okaeri is directed by Shinji Ishihira at Studio Deen, with series composition by Yoshiko Nakamura ( Monthly Girls' Nozaki-kun ) and character designs by Mina Osawa ( given ). Crunchyroll is simulcasting the series and describes the story: In a heartwarming tale of love and acceptance, Masaki Fujiyoshi, a househusband, navigates societal prejudices alongside his beloved husband, Hiromu Fujiyoshi, and their adorable son, Hikari. Through doubts and challenges,...
- 4/9/2024
- by Liam Dempsey
- Crunchyroll
Akira Toriyama’s unique art style is one of the most iconic in today’s times. It stands out in ways that make it recognizable to even the most novice anime fans. Dragon Ball’s distinctive style of drawing has unmistakably become its own form of art in a way. Toriyama’s legacy stands not just in the world and stories that he created but also in the characters he drew to perfection.
Goku normally in the Dragon Ball saga.
Perfection takes a long time to achieve, and the Sand Land creator understands that. It takes patience, practice, and great dedication to achieve one’s goals. Whether they are focused on the story itself or the art that narrates it.
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Goku normally in the Dragon Ball saga.
Perfection takes a long time to achieve, and the Sand Land creator understands that. It takes patience, practice, and great dedication to achieve one’s goals. Whether they are focused on the story itself or the art that narrates it.
SUGGESTEDMy Hero Academia: Kohei Horikoshi Confirmed 1 Non-Japanese Hero’s Connection to Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball That No One Expected
Despite the hard work, dedication, and understanding put into creating characters like Goku,...
- 4/6/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
"Toonami" debuted on the Cartoon Network in 1997, back when the network was just hitting its stride. Cartoon Network debuted in 1992, and originally offered mostly old animated reruns. It was, for years, the best place to find old Droopy cartoons, as well as Looney Tunes, Tom & Jerry cartoons, old DC superhero fare, and reruns of Hanna-Barbera trash like "Scooby-Doo" and "The Flintstones."
In 1994, the network had the brilliant idea to repurpose a largely forgotten Hanna-Barbera character named Space Ghost, transforming him into a talk show host. "Space Ghost Coast to Coast" set a new dadaist tone for the Cartoon Network, proving that it could make hip, self-aware, original content in addition to its blocks of reruns. In 1996 and 1997, Cartoon Network launched a quartet of new shows -- "Dexter's Laboratory," "Johnny Bravo," "The Powerpuff Girls," and "Cow and Chicken" -- and their reputation was solidified. It was now a destination station.
In 1994, the network had the brilliant idea to repurpose a largely forgotten Hanna-Barbera character named Space Ghost, transforming him into a talk show host. "Space Ghost Coast to Coast" set a new dadaist tone for the Cartoon Network, proving that it could make hip, self-aware, original content in addition to its blocks of reruns. In 1996 and 1997, Cartoon Network launched a quartet of new shows -- "Dexter's Laboratory," "Johnny Bravo," "The Powerpuff Girls," and "Cow and Chicken" -- and their reputation was solidified. It was now a destination station.
- 4/6/2024
- by Witney Seibold
- Slash Film
Sand Land, an upcoming open-world action-adventure game from Bandai Namco, honors the legendary Akira Toriyama by joining a long line of games featuring characters created by the artist. With Toriyama’s recent passing, the game takes on special meaning as it might be the last game to include his one-of-a-kind character designs outside new Dragon Ball Z or Dragon Quest titles.
Toriyama’s characters are famous for their expressive faces, which makes bringing his 2D drawings into 3D a tricky task. The game’s creators recently shed light on what they encountered while taking on the challenge.
The Jump From 2D To 3D Was Laborious
Sand Land is an adaptation of Akira Toriyama’s manga of the same name.
In an interview with Game Rant, Sand Land producer Keishu Minami spoke about his ambitious plans for the franchise, but the meat of the discussion was the challenges of turning Toriyama...
Toriyama’s characters are famous for their expressive faces, which makes bringing his 2D drawings into 3D a tricky task. The game’s creators recently shed light on what they encountered while taking on the challenge.
The Jump From 2D To 3D Was Laborious
Sand Land is an adaptation of Akira Toriyama’s manga of the same name.
In an interview with Game Rant, Sand Land producer Keishu Minami spoke about his ambitious plans for the franchise, but the meat of the discussion was the challenges of turning Toriyama...
- 4/4/2024
- by Viraaj Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
For over 35 years, Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball has been a consistent source of enjoyment for fans of anime and manga. This has led to a strong connection between Dragon Ball‘s audience and its creator.
Dragon Ball knows how to embrace certain common storytelling techniques and patterns used in shonen anime and manga, while also defying these conventions in surprising ways that continue to delight dedicated fans.
Dragon Ball Super has introduced several new characters who have defeated both Goku and Vegeta, causing them to train and unlock new powerful forms like Ultra Instinct and Ultra Ego.
However, their massive power increases fail to match one of Dragon Ball Z‘s most popular characters, whose latest powerful form has made them even more unbeatable.
What Is The Connection Between Saiyans And Humans In Dragon Ball?
A fan theory, which came from somebody on TVTrope’s WildMassGuessing, is that Saiyans...
Dragon Ball knows how to embrace certain common storytelling techniques and patterns used in shonen anime and manga, while also defying these conventions in surprising ways that continue to delight dedicated fans.
Dragon Ball Super has introduced several new characters who have defeated both Goku and Vegeta, causing them to train and unlock new powerful forms like Ultra Instinct and Ultra Ego.
However, their massive power increases fail to match one of Dragon Ball Z‘s most popular characters, whose latest powerful form has made them even more unbeatable.
What Is The Connection Between Saiyans And Humans In Dragon Ball?
A fan theory, which came from somebody on TVTrope’s WildMassGuessing, is that Saiyans...
- 4/4/2024
- by Mudassir Kamran
- FandomWire
Ronda Rousey has been a dominant figure in both UFC and WWE, amassing numerous accolades throughout her career. Her tenure in the UFC propelled her to become one of the highest-paid athletes on the roster, while also securing her a place in history as the first woman to be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame in 2018.
While her UFC run is legendary, her WWE run is anything but as it was marred by a lot of booking issues as well as the fact that Rousey herself didn’t quite seem to care about professional wrestling as a whole.
Ronda Rousey, source: WWE
That is not all as Ronda Rousey made some startling accusations against WWE Superstar Drew Gulak and now finally, Gulak has responded to the accusations.
Ronda Rousey Accused WWE Star Drew Gulak of Inappropriate Behavior Ronda Rousey cutting a promo, source: WWE
While speaking during her appearance on NewsNation,...
While her UFC run is legendary, her WWE run is anything but as it was marred by a lot of booking issues as well as the fact that Rousey herself didn’t quite seem to care about professional wrestling as a whole.
Ronda Rousey, source: WWE
That is not all as Ronda Rousey made some startling accusations against WWE Superstar Drew Gulak and now finally, Gulak has responded to the accusations.
Ronda Rousey Accused WWE Star Drew Gulak of Inappropriate Behavior Ronda Rousey cutting a promo, source: WWE
While speaking during her appearance on NewsNation,...
- 4/4/2024
- by Subhojeet Mookherjee
- FandomWire
Bandai Namco has in his hands what is probably one of the most anticipated Dragon Ball games ever. Going back to the Budokai Tenkaichi franchise, now called Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero will have more than 160 playable characters, more than any other fighting game.
This title has revealed several of its characters, and fans are really happy with some of these fighters. Goku and Vegeta will lead the game in different variations throughout the anime’s story. The latest game trailer confirms Trunks, another fan favorite. Players want some specific costumes for Vegeta’s son.
Fans really want Trunks to have iconic costumes in Dragon Ball Sparking! Zero from the movies and the anime Fans of Trunks really want some specific costumes in Dragon Ball Sparking! Zero.
Trunks, the son of Vegeta, has emerged as one of the most peculiar and intriguing characters in Dragon Ball history, making significant appearances in the anime.
This title has revealed several of its characters, and fans are really happy with some of these fighters. Goku and Vegeta will lead the game in different variations throughout the anime’s story. The latest game trailer confirms Trunks, another fan favorite. Players want some specific costumes for Vegeta’s son.
Fans really want Trunks to have iconic costumes in Dragon Ball Sparking! Zero from the movies and the anime Fans of Trunks really want some specific costumes in Dragon Ball Sparking! Zero.
Trunks, the son of Vegeta, has emerged as one of the most peculiar and intriguing characters in Dragon Ball history, making significant appearances in the anime.
- 4/4/2024
- by Lucas Lapetina
- FandomWire
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire‘s lead designer cleared the speculations surrounding the kaiju’s new pink spines, revealing that it was inspired by Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball. While many fans speculated that Godzilla’s pink spine was a rip-off from the Super Saiyan Rosé form in Dragon Ball Super, it actually turned out to be inspired by Goku’s Kaio-ken technique.
A still from Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire
Director Adam Wingard earlier revealed that the film was his chance at doing his version of Godzilla. He wanted to try something different with the colors but clarified that it would not be random and would be a part of the story.
Godzilla’s New Pink Spines Were Inspired By Akira Toriyama’s Magnum Opus The pink transformation of Godzilla in Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire
When the first look of Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire dropped,...
A still from Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire
Director Adam Wingard earlier revealed that the film was his chance at doing his version of Godzilla. He wanted to try something different with the colors but clarified that it would not be random and would be a part of the story.
Godzilla’s New Pink Spines Were Inspired By Akira Toriyama’s Magnum Opus The pink transformation of Godzilla in Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire
When the first look of Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire dropped,...
- 4/4/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
The Dragon Ball series made Akira Toriyama a global superstar, and it was mostly thanks to the incredible fight scenes. While the original Dragon Ball manga was already groundbreaking for Shonen and what fans expected from combat scenes, Dragon Ball Z took things to a whole new level.
In every part of the Dragon Ball story, you can find some truly awesome fights. It makes sense, given that the series revolves around planet-conquering villains, world-renowned martial artists, and even literal gods trained in combat by angels. With such powerful fighters, you’re bound to get some epic battle scenes.
However, not all fights are created equal. Some stand out as better than others. The true mark of an iconic Dragon Ball fight isn’t just about the sheer power levels of the fighters involved.
What Are The Top 5 Dragon Ball Battles According To Akira Toriyama?
One of the most celebrated...
In every part of the Dragon Ball story, you can find some truly awesome fights. It makes sense, given that the series revolves around planet-conquering villains, world-renowned martial artists, and even literal gods trained in combat by angels. With such powerful fighters, you’re bound to get some epic battle scenes.
However, not all fights are created equal. Some stand out as better than others. The true mark of an iconic Dragon Ball fight isn’t just about the sheer power levels of the fighters involved.
What Are The Top 5 Dragon Ball Battles According To Akira Toriyama?
One of the most celebrated...
- 4/3/2024
- by Mudassir Kamran
- FandomWire
Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero does not have a specified release window yet but that hasn’t stopped fans from going gaga over it. There are a number of rumors and fan requests swirling around the game. But mostly, fans just want an update regarding the game’s release.
As far as the latest reports from various leaks and rumors are concerned, the tentative release window that the latest Budokai Tenkaichi game is aiming for is the last quarter of 2024. With the release of the game quite some time off, the community forums are abuzz with the possibilities of what might be included in the game.
Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero To Include Frieza’s Signature Move? Goku as seen in the trailer
Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero has been so far marketed as the continuation of the age-old rivalry between Goku and Vegeta. The game has also been confirmed to have the...
As far as the latest reports from various leaks and rumors are concerned, the tentative release window that the latest Budokai Tenkaichi game is aiming for is the last quarter of 2024. With the release of the game quite some time off, the community forums are abuzz with the possibilities of what might be included in the game.
Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero To Include Frieza’s Signature Move? Goku as seen in the trailer
Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero has been so far marketed as the continuation of the age-old rivalry between Goku and Vegeta. The game has also been confirmed to have the...
- 4/3/2024
- by Arkaneel Khan
- FandomWire
There were many aspects that made the Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi series stand out as some of the greatest Db experiences ever created, and one of these elements was the faithfulness that it showed to its source material. Tournaments have always held a special place in the franchise since they’ve been a part of the manga and every anime adaptation that has followed, ranging from the Og Db to Dbz.
In fact, the sagas featuring these tournaments used to become instant fan favorites, and games like Budokai Tenkaichi 3 perfectly incorporated them into a dedicated mode, so it makes sense for Sparking Zero to go one step further.
Imagine Online Tournaments in Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero The Dragon World Tour mode in Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi 3 was amazing.
Back in the good old Budokai Tenkaichi 3 days, there used to be an additional mode called Dragon World Tour that...
In fact, the sagas featuring these tournaments used to become instant fan favorites, and games like Budokai Tenkaichi 3 perfectly incorporated them into a dedicated mode, so it makes sense for Sparking Zero to go one step further.
Imagine Online Tournaments in Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero The Dragon World Tour mode in Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi 3 was amazing.
Back in the good old Budokai Tenkaichi 3 days, there used to be an additional mode called Dragon World Tour that...
- 4/1/2024
- by Osama Farooq
- FandomWire
Nobody does April Fools’ Day better than Adult Swim. For the past 20 years, the network has made it an annual mission to keep the prankish spirit of the jester-based day alive by throwing its viewers a curveball. Be it absurd gags, silly gimmicks, and sometimes grade-a shocking game-changers, April Fools’ Day is a colossal event for Adult Swim that every adult animation fan can’t miss.
Here are a few of the channel’s best April Fools’ Day moments from the past two decades.
2004 – Mustaches
Let’s go back to the prank that started it all—mustaches! It was just a night of regular adult animated programming, but with mustaches drawn onto all the characters in every scene in every show. It is such a simplistic gag, yet it birthed the tradition.
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Here are a few of the channel’s best April Fools’ Day moments from the past two decades.
2004 – Mustaches
Let’s go back to the prank that started it all—mustaches! It was just a night of regular adult animated programming, but with mustaches drawn onto all the characters in every scene in every show. It is such a simplistic gag, yet it birthed the tradition.
2007 – The Aqua Teen Hunger Force Movie Premieres … Sort Of
A few days before Aqua Teen Hunger Force Colon Movie Film For Theaters hit,...
- 4/1/2024
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
Kohei Horikoshi, the talented artist behind the renowned mangaka series My Hero Academia has captured the hearts of millions of fans around the world with his unique storytelling abilities. The series is infused with a dynamic art style that looks extremely appealing to the eyes, making it a fan-favorite.
Kohei Horikoshi (Credit: San Diego Comic-Con 2018)
As a result, it comes as no surprise that ever since the series was serialized in 2014, it became a spectacle in Japan, which was followed quickly by it becoming a global sensation. The popularity soared even higher as the manga received an anime adaptation in 2016. However, before the series became a global phenomenon, Horikoshi was the author of a bizarre manga series with the most absurd plotline, which made fans lose their minds.
Kohei Horikoshi’s Oumagadoki Zoo Had The Most Absurd Plot
Kohei Horikoshi is a fantastic storyteller and a phenomenal talent. The artist...
Kohei Horikoshi (Credit: San Diego Comic-Con 2018)
As a result, it comes as no surprise that ever since the series was serialized in 2014, it became a spectacle in Japan, which was followed quickly by it becoming a global sensation. The popularity soared even higher as the manga received an anime adaptation in 2016. However, before the series became a global phenomenon, Horikoshi was the author of a bizarre manga series with the most absurd plotline, which made fans lose their minds.
Kohei Horikoshi’s Oumagadoki Zoo Had The Most Absurd Plot
Kohei Horikoshi is a fantastic storyteller and a phenomenal talent. The artist...
- 3/31/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
While the first season splattered the Invincible logo with blood as the episodes progressed, symbolizing the lies and the violence that Mark is going to face going forward, Season 2 sees the title crack and chip, revealing a black and blue version of it, which super-fans know does not bode well for the enemies of Invincible.
Mark, in his classic blue, yellow, and black suit
Coming to the Season 2 finale, Mark will most probably switch his suit colors to the second iteration of his outfit, one that Art makes for him because the first suit has ‘too many colors’. In addition to the color switch, which will be black and blue, the suit will also no longer have knee and elbow pads, given that it makes no sense for someone called Invincible to wear so much protective gear.
Fans are hyped for Invincible’s ruthless era
Invincible’s new suit
The...
Mark, in his classic blue, yellow, and black suit
Coming to the Season 2 finale, Mark will most probably switch his suit colors to the second iteration of his outfit, one that Art makes for him because the first suit has ‘too many colors’. In addition to the color switch, which will be black and blue, the suit will also no longer have knee and elbow pads, given that it makes no sense for someone called Invincible to wear so much protective gear.
Fans are hyped for Invincible’s ruthless era
Invincible’s new suit
The...
- 3/31/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
The first name that comes to mind when one is discussing the most powerful in Dragon Ball Z would be either Goku or Vegeta. Goku because of the legendary Freiza fight (and Kaioken), and Vegeta because of his relentless aura of destruction. But wait, who was the first hero to reach the million mark in terms of power level? Definitely, Freiza, but the hero who did it first was none other than Piccolo.
The Namekian was able to achieve this incredible power upgrade right after being revived in the Frieza narrative. Piccolo did it by absorbing the abilities and corpse of his companion, the Namek soldier Nail. Piccolo’s power surge surpasses Frieza’s evolved condition, even while wearing weighty gear.
How did Piccolo Get so Strong?
Piccolo in Dragon Ball Super
Piccolo wasn’t really practicing to improve his power but rather to create the unique beam cannon. It...
The Namekian was able to achieve this incredible power upgrade right after being revived in the Frieza narrative. Piccolo did it by absorbing the abilities and corpse of his companion, the Namek soldier Nail. Piccolo’s power surge surpasses Frieza’s evolved condition, even while wearing weighty gear.
How did Piccolo Get so Strong?
Piccolo in Dragon Ball Super
Piccolo wasn’t really practicing to improve his power but rather to create the unique beam cannon. It...
- 3/30/2024
- by Archak
- FandomWire
Dragon Ball has established it as one of the most iconic anime ever. Akira Toriyama’s magnum opus has inspired a generation of mangaka who took up the profession after watching the popular manga series break record after record. Unfortunately, the icon, Akira Toriyama, passed away on March 1, 2024, leaving a hole within fans.
The entire world was grief-stricken and paid respect to the late great mangaka. The people who were inspired by him paid him respect through their magnum opus. Kohei Horikoshi, the creator of My Hero Academia, is the latest one to pay respect to him in his creative way. Fans could easily identify Kohei Horikoshi’s craftiness after the release of My Hero Academia Volume 40.
Kohei Horikoshi Got Creative In Paying Respect To Akira Toriyama Kohei Horikoshi (Credit: San Diego Comic-Con 2018)
Kohei Horikoshi’s magnum opus is slowly approaching its end, with the final battle between the protagonists...
The entire world was grief-stricken and paid respect to the late great mangaka. The people who were inspired by him paid him respect through their magnum opus. Kohei Horikoshi, the creator of My Hero Academia, is the latest one to pay respect to him in his creative way. Fans could easily identify Kohei Horikoshi’s craftiness after the release of My Hero Academia Volume 40.
Kohei Horikoshi Got Creative In Paying Respect To Akira Toriyama Kohei Horikoshi (Credit: San Diego Comic-Con 2018)
Kohei Horikoshi’s magnum opus is slowly approaching its end, with the final battle between the protagonists...
- 3/30/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
The Dragon Ball Z fandom exploded with excitement as news of a future saga, for Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2, hit the internet. Accompanied by a jaw-dropping trailer, fans couldn’t help but notice something oddly familiar, the intro title card! It bore a striking resemblance to the iconic Marvel Cinematic Universe sequence that kicks off every Marvel Studios masterpiece. Fans are loving every second of it!
The iconic Marvel Logo intro sequence (Credit: Marvel)
Is Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 Trying to be the Next MCU?
In 2024, Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 will be getting a new Dlc, after a long wait, that will offer a vast storyline, the first being a four-part arc set to release in the spring of this year. The popular fighting game, developed by Japanese studio Dimps and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, is one of the biggest video game sagas the world has seen, based on the popular Dragon Ball Z franchise.
The iconic Marvel Logo intro sequence (Credit: Marvel)
Is Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 Trying to be the Next MCU?
In 2024, Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 will be getting a new Dlc, after a long wait, that will offer a vast storyline, the first being a four-part arc set to release in the spring of this year. The popular fighting game, developed by Japanese studio Dimps and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, is one of the biggest video game sagas the world has seen, based on the popular Dragon Ball Z franchise.
- 3/30/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
In the world of anime, there are very few characters who can compare themselves to the might of Son Goku from the famous Dragon Ball series by Akira Toriyama. He is considered to be one of the strongest characters in the anime industry. Not only that but many other characters in the anime world have been inspired by the Dragon Ball protagonist.
Goku transforming into Super Saiyan
Although he has proven himself to be one of the strongest characters, he still aspires to grow and become stronger. However, Goku is not all about strength and power. He is also one of the best-written characters the Dragon Ball franchise has ever had. But there is one field where Goku might not have proven to be the best version of himself, and that is fatherhood.
While many fans believe Goku has been a decent father to Gohan, other Dragon Ball fans have...
Goku transforming into Super Saiyan
Although he has proven himself to be one of the strongest characters, he still aspires to grow and become stronger. However, Goku is not all about strength and power. He is also one of the best-written characters the Dragon Ball franchise has ever had. But there is one field where Goku might not have proven to be the best version of himself, and that is fatherhood.
While many fans believe Goku has been a decent father to Gohan, other Dragon Ball fans have...
- 3/28/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
After a triumphant time in the 2010s, things are uncertain at the Walt Disney Company right now. With audience interest in the Marvel Cinematic Universe fading and "Star Wars" having become a primarily streaming franchise, there's a feeling that the company may have carelessly set fire to its money trees.
Disney's changing leadership suggests it won't be staying the course. In 2022, former Disney CEO Bob Iger resumed his post from Bob Chapek, a simultaneous vote of no confidence in his successor yet a stamp of approval for Iger's own tenure (he first served as Disney CEO from 2005 to 2020). Since his return, Iger has implicitly criticized Chapek's decision to go all-in on Disney+ originals, spreading the company's main offerings (Marvel and Pixar especially) too thin.
Another shake-up happened in February 2024, when Sean Bailey stepped down as president of Walt Disney Studios Motion Picture Production. His successor, David Greenbaum (formerly of Searchlight Pictures...
Disney's changing leadership suggests it won't be staying the course. In 2022, former Disney CEO Bob Iger resumed his post from Bob Chapek, a simultaneous vote of no confidence in his successor yet a stamp of approval for Iger's own tenure (he first served as Disney CEO from 2005 to 2020). Since his return, Iger has implicitly criticized Chapek's decision to go all-in on Disney+ originals, spreading the company's main offerings (Marvel and Pixar especially) too thin.
Another shake-up happened in February 2024, when Sean Bailey stepped down as president of Walt Disney Studios Motion Picture Production. His successor, David Greenbaum (formerly of Searchlight Pictures...
- 3/26/2024
- by Devin Meenan
- Slash Film
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