Dragon Ball DAIMA: Where is Gohan?

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Dragon Ball DAIMA: Where is Gohan?

Key Takeaways

  • Gohan is missing in Dragon Ball DAIMA, focusing on studies.
  • Dragon Ball DAIMA’s timeline bridges Z and Super.
  • Gohan may become crucial later if not affected by the shrinking wish.

As a dedicated fan of Dragon Ball series for over two decades now, I can’t help but feel a sense of nostalgia mixed with curiosity as I watch the unfolding events of Dragon Ball DAIMA. The absence of our favorite Saiyan-human hybrid, Gohan, in this new series has left me pondering about his whereabouts and possible roles he might play later on.

Head’s up: This discussion might give away small details from Dragon Ball DAIMA up to the seventh episode titled “Collar”, which is currently available on Crunchyroll.

In the latest chapter of “Dragon Ball DAIMA”, the story kicked off with a blast as the new antagonist, Supreme Demon King Gomah, employed the Dragon Balls to diminish anyone battling Majin Buu and their companions into child-sized versions. Now reduced in size, Goku, Vegeta, and Piccolo are spearheading an expedition to the Demon Realm to rescue Dende and restore everyone back to their regular size. As formidable adversaries keep emerging in “Dragon Ball DAIMA”, one can’t help but wonder: Where is Gohan?

In the grand scheme of the Dragon Ball universe, Dragon Ball DAIMA is a sequel series that bridges the gap between Dragon Ball Z and Dragon Ball Super. It’s essential to note that some of the final episodes of Dragon Ball Z are not considered canon and were rewritten in the early part of Dragon Ball Super. The best estimation for the time elapsed between Z and Super is approximately four years, which can be deduced from the supposed year when Kid Buu was defeated (as mentioned in Daizenshuu 7: Dragon Ball Encyclopedia, published in 1996). Additionally, details about Gohan and Videl’s marriage were presented at traveling exhibitions called The World of Dragon Ball, which took place across three Japanese cities in 2013. These events served as a prelude to the movie Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods, which was later retold in the opening arc of Dragon Ball Super.

Will Gohan be in Dragon Ball DAIMA?

At the end of Dragon Ball Z, Gohan has just concluded an intense and prolonged fight against Super Buu, which ultimately resulted in the demise of Kid Buu. Six months later, the Dragon Balls are utilized to erase the world’s memory of Majin Buu, allowing him to coexist peacefully with Mr. Satan. Fast forward to the start of Dragon Ball DAIMA, everyone is having a good time at Trunks’ birthday party while Supreme Demon King Gomah takes control of the Dragon Balls. Since the Dragon Balls were used less than a year ago, Neva had to use his powers to rejuvenate them earlier than normal.

Prior to Gomah’s wish being granted, Supreme Kai observes that Gohan is missing from Trunks’ gathering. Goku clarifies that Gohan is somewhat detached as he’s engrossed in his studies. This is the sole reference to Gohan up until Dragon Ball DAIMA Episode 7, but it doesn’t guarantee his absence. In the finale of DAIMA’s first episode, Gomah wishes for Shenron to miniaturize everyone who battled Majin Buu and their companions into children. All those present at the party, including heavyweights like Goku and Vegeta, as well as lesser characters such as Ox King and Mr. Satan, shrink down to about the size of first graders. Young ones like Trunks and Goten are reduced to infancy.

Gohan’s bein’ a little distant. He said he’s busy studying.

In the absence of Gohan and his spouse Videl at the event, the series “DAIMA” does not feature any scenes where they are transformed into children, neither in that specific episode nor in the opening sequence of “DAIMA”. By the time “Super” starts, Gohan has already tied the knot with Videl, who is expecting their daughter Pan, while Gohan himself is deep into his scholarly pursuits. Given that only four years separate “Z” and “Super”, it’s reasonable to assume that Gohan would prioritize his studies and relationship with Videl during this period. Preliminary leaks of the full “Dragon Ball DAIMA” series hint at approximately 20 episodes, so unless “DAIMA” incorporates a substantial time leap in a future episode, not much time will elapse in the storyline.

In the current scenario, Gohan might become a significant character in the Dragon Ball DAIMA storyline through two plausible routes. If both Gohan and Videl are reduced in size, they could potentially discover The Lookout where Kibito and Mr. Popo reside. This situation would lead to the reemergence of Kid Gohan, who would have accumulated numerous years of experience by then. In an alternate scenario, if Gohan and Videl remain distant from the group, they may be spared by Shenron’s wish, leaving adult Gohan in a position to save the day should Goku and Vegeta falter during their battle in the Demon Realm. It is also possible that Gohan and Videl have received information about the events unfolding and trusted Goku and the others to handle it while Gohan focused on his studies. With over half the series yet to come, there’s ample opportunity for Gohan to take center stage in Dragon Ball DAIMA.

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2024-11-26 05:54