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Owing toDragon Ball‘s immense influence, Akira Toriyama is considered a legend not only in Japan but worldwide. With the release ofDB DAIMAandSparking Zero!, theDragon Ballfranchise has once again taken over the internet.
From compelling characters to terrifying antagonists, Toriyama added every key factor to makeDragon Ball Zrecognized as the greatest masterpiece of all time. Although Toriyama’sDBZrose to global fame, the anime lost some of its charm after an abridged series caused a shift within the fandom.
How One Abridged Series Changed the Legacy ofDragon Ball Z
WithDragon Ball DAIMAmaking its highly anticipated premiere this Fall,Toeicarries forward Toriyama’s lasting legacy, ensuring it lives on forever.DAIMAis the latest installment in theDragon Ballfranchise afterDragon Ball Superand is currently generating a huge buzz online.
WhileDBSdid take over Toriyama’s legacy and featured manyiconic transformations,DBZcreated a deeper emotional connection with the audience that made many fans regard it as the legendary show, ahead of its time.
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Although the franchise’s return met a positive reaction from the fans, many noticedDBS‘s shortcomings, whether in terms of violence or more engaging storytelling, compared to earlier installments. Undoubtedly,DBZstands as an iconic series andAkira Toriyama‘s greatest masterpiece, which raised theDBfranchise to greatness.
The iconic series achieved widespread popularity and attracted a massive fanbase, inspiring fans to produce their own adaptations adding humor and creative twists that resonated with many.
This genuinely has caused so much damage to the dragonball fan base as a wholepic.twitter.com/2G7qgSxV0r
Nobody is saying that DBZA itself is bad, its just that so many people are stupid enough to treat it as canon that its had a negative impact on the DB fanbase
And we just put those idiots in there own group and ignore them. Cause you would half to be brain-dead stupid to actually believe DBZA is canon at all. But I hear your point.
Interestingly,Dragon Ball ZAbridged stands as the most popular abridged series, and it has captivated manyDBfans with its humor.Dragon Ball ZAbridged, created by TeamFourStar, is a parody series that closely follows the originalDragon Ball Zanime, keeping most characters and plotlines relatively unchanged.
This is one of the reasons why I want a faithful Dragon Ball remake that’s 100% accurate to the manga with modern quality and animation (DAIMA style), this way DB fans will actually watch the show, and new generations also will understand why we call Dragon Ball the greatest ever
It was good but it damaged it so badly
It’s because dumb ass “fans” who actually never watches the show
The abridged series became so popular that many began to mistake it for the originalDBZ, affecting the legacy of Toriyama’s original creation. In 2020, TeamFourStar decided to end the series, citing a loss of passion as well as the changing climate of YouTube in regards to copyright.
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Nevertheless,DBZAremains one of the most popular fan-made abridged series, maintaining a love-hate relationship with the fandom.
Uncovering Gohan’s True Potential That Surpasses Goku and Vegeta
Back in the Room of Spirit and Time, Goku noticed Gohan’s hidden potential and trusted him to take down Super Cell, a moment that still stands as iconic among the fandom.
After the end of the Cell Saga, Gohan was significantly stronger than any other character, surpassingeven the likes of Goku and Vegeta. Although some fans believe the secret behind Gohan’s immense strength is his Saiyan heritage, a recent theory confirms it’s actually Chi-Chi’s fiery genes at play.
Despite hisvast potential as the strongest warrior, Gohan is showcased as a peaceful person throughout his life, who only resorts to fighting once his loved ones are in danger or threatened. Not to forget, Toriyama had to cripple Gohan’s character as it wasrestricting the plot progression.
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The theory states that thanks toChi-Chi’s special heavy-temper genes, Gohan witnessed several rage moments resulting in powerful transformations such as the Gohan Beast. This theory also explains the difference in strength between Gohan and other Hybrid Saiyans, such asTrunks.
Dragon Ballis available to stream on Crunchyroll.
Mehul Rolta
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Mehul Rolta is a seasoned journalist with over 3 years in esports and soccer journalism. Transitioning to anime writing at Fandom Wire, Mehul shares his lifelong passion for anime about integrates professionalism. Dedicated to connecting the world of anime globally, Mehul shares thoughts and insights, communicating personal passion with professional insight.
