Most Obscure Characters on Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero’s Roster Explained

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Most Obscure Characters on Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero's Roster Explained

As a long-time Dragon Ball fan, it feels like Christmas came early with the announcement of Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero’s release! The sheer excitement of seeing characters that have been tucked away in the annals of DB history is indescribable.

The game “Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero” is all set for a launch, boasting one of the biggest character rosters ever seen in the Dragon Ball franchise. This game will gather almost every imaginable character from the Dragon Ball universe into a single, harmonious collection. While fans can anticipate seeing many well-known fighters from DBZ, Super, the original series, and even more spin-offs, it’s the inclusion of several lesser-known characters that may take them by surprise in “Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero”.

As a long-time fan, hearing about the inclusion of minor villains and rare characters in Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero was like taking a walk down memory lane back to the early days of this beloved franchise, moments that sometimes get overshadowed nowadays. It’s fantastic to see characters who had brief appearances on screen or small roles in the grand narrative, given another chance to shine. From the farthest corners of the universe, Sparking Zero has gathered these forgotten faces and placed them center stage once more.

Sparking Zero Includes Several Lesser-Known Frieza Soldiers

Cui

During the Frieza Saga, a character who often went unnoticed by many fans emerged as a rival for Vegeta. Primarily serving as a tool to demonstrate shifts in power levels, he was mostly used as cannon fodder. However, when Vegeta effortlessly dismissed his strong and loyal attacks from the warrior faithful to Frieza, it highlighted Vegeta’s significant progress since his initial appearance.

Dodoria

As a devoted follower of Frieza, I held a significant position among his generals, albeit briefly. During this time, I carried out heinous acts across Namek, causing widespread chaos. However, overestimating my abilities led to my downfall at the hands of Vegeta during his relentless pursuit against Frieza’s troops in the epic saga of Dragon Ball. My most notable contribution to the story was providing Vegeta with crucial insights regarding the demise of the Saiyan race.

Zarbon

Among Freeza’s highest-ranked lieutenants, it was ultimately Zarbon who remained as the last such figure in the entire army. Known for his arrogant demeanor, he preferred not to transform into his reptilian Super Zarbon form, a decision that proved advantageous when he defeated Vegeta in battle. However, upon Freeza’s command, Zarbon brought Vegeta back to life before the Saiyan managed to escape and create chaos by taking several Dragon Balls. This chain of events eventually led to another fierce confrontation between them, with Vegeta once more brutally killing a member of Freeza’s army.

Frieza Soldier

In the vast cast of characters in “Sparking Zero”, the unnamed Frieza Soldier, who is relatively insignificant and may be obscure to some viewers, is a minor character who appears to briefly restrain the titular character from causing harm to Frieza in the “Dragon Ball Z: Bardock – The Father of Goku” TV special.

Movie-Exclusive Characters From Decades Ago Have Made It Into Sparking Zero

Super Garlic Jr.

Hailing from the movie “Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone” as well as the filler series known as the Garlic Jr. Saga, this small antagonist was among the initial adversaries encountered by Goku and his companions in the Dragon Ball Z (DBZ) storyline. As the film drew to a close, he transformed into an incredibly menacing form that required Goku, Piccolo, and Gohan to join forces to defeat him. At the outset, the base form of Garlic Jr. was not included at first appearance.

Dr. Wheelo

In an era of Gohan’s past, the story of “Dragon Ball Z: The World’s Strongest” unfolds. Here, we meet Dr. Wheelo, a brain from a scientist housed within a robot, reawakened by Dr. Kochin with ambitions to conquer the body of Earth’s mightiest warrior. Despite possessing powers that allowed him to manipulate minds and come close to destroying the planet, Dr. Wheelo appeared during a phase when Kaio-ken represented the pinnacle of Goku’s strength.

Lord Slug

A Namekian with grand aspirations to rule the universe, similar to King Piccolo from the original Dragon Ball Z series, this antagonist was initially old but gained youthful and colossal forms. These forms have been accurately recreated again as playable versions in Sparking Zero.

Android 13

As a diehard Dragon Ball fan, I can’t help but reminisce about the unforgettable characters Dr. Gero created posthumously, one of them being the Super Android 13, who stole the limelight even among the Androids 14 and 15 in the epic saga of Dragon Ball Z: Super Android 13. This character, born from the genius mind of one of Dragon Ball’s most influential villains, was central to a storyline that echoed the intensity of Cell Saga battles. The moment he fused into Super Android 13 is etched in my memory forever, explaining why he was accorded two slots, while his lesser-known counterparts were overlooked.

Bojack

In the role of the memorable, pirate-leading antagonist from “Dragon Ball Z: Bojack Unbound”, this character has garnered a significant cult fanbase among lesser-known movie characters. His relentless ambition for dominance and violence has led to conflicts with numerous powerful Z Fighters, solidifying his reputation even though he was only shown alongside his unique henchmen in a single film.

Tapion

As a devoted fan, I can’t help but be captivated by the fresh addition to the cast in “Dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the Dragon” – the enigmatic hero whose fleeting debut left an indelible mark on me. His design, reminiscent of the masterful style of Akira Toriyama, is nothing short of iconic.

Hirudegarn

In the game, Hirudegarn – one of Sparking Zero’s colossal characters akin to Great Apes in size – is portrayed with the same grandeur as it appeared in Dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the Dragon. This Phantom Majin, while not a typical villain but rather a force of nature, devours life energy and can be labeled as a dragon in name, if at all. Unlike its initial form (shown before and after fusion), which is not included in the game’s roster, the final, insectoid transformation that made its appearance during the climax of the film is featured instead.

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2024-10-04 01:06