Dragon Ball’s Return Could Be a Game Changer

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Summary

  • The return of Dragon Ball Super can be great, with amazing manga arcs like Moro and Granolah likely to shine on screen.
  • The anime’s return could go wrong if animation quality falters or if storylines resort to lazy writing.
  • Fans anticipate potential storylines like another Tournament of Power or a final battle against Black Frieza upon the manga’s return.

Fans of “Dragon Ball Super” have been yearning for fresh content from the series ever since it went off-air. Despite the anime’s conclusion, followers could still catch up with Goku and his companions through the manga and a few movies, offering glimpses into their activities post-Tournament of Power. These updates provided some of the most exciting content in years from this popular franchise.

However, despite all the amazing content that awaits fans once the series does make its inevitable return, there is also just as much that can go wrong if it isn’t handled properly. In this article, let’s go over how the return of the Dragon Ball Super series could be the best or worst thing to happen to the franchise as a whole, whether it’s the anime or the manga.

The Best Return For The Anime And Manga

How The Return For Both Will Be Great

Last Anime Episode Dragon Ball Super, Episode 131, “A Miraculous Conclusion! Farewell, Goku! Until We Meet Again!”
Last Manga Chapter Dragon Ball Super, Chapter 103, “A Legacy Toward the Future”

Fans of “Dragon Ball Super” have been eagerly anticipating new content for this franchise, whether it’s in the manga or anime format. Following the conclusion of the Tournament of Power arc in the anime, it went on an open-ended break, with a hint that the series would resume at some undetermined time in the future. Given how the manga continued after the anime ended, there’s plenty for fans to get excited about.

Amongst many Dragon Ball Super fans, the Moro and Granolah arcs are considered the most outstanding. They stood out for their tight, compelling narratives and structures, but what truly captured people’s attention were the breathtaking moments that showcased the characters’ brilliance. Instances like Goku’s multiple displays of Ultra Instinct and Vegeta’s Ultra Ego left a lasting impression. These scenes were not only thrilling to watch, but they also made narrative sense. Given their impact, it’s expected that these debuts will create quite a stir on the internet.

On the contrary, the resurgence of the “Dragon Ball Super” manga is eagerly anticipated too. After the untimely demise of the illustrious creator of the series, Akira Toriyama, the manga temporarily stopped, which was unfortunate given that the story had ended on a high note, hinting at a bright future. Now that all the main characters have grown even more powerful and are now at par with Universe 7’s strongest protectors, the possibilities for where the series could head next are endless.

After the manga resumes, there’s a world of potential directions for the franchise, sparking fan theories such as another Tournament of Power, a grand conflict between universes, or most intriguingly, the ultimate showdown against Black Frieza. Each scenario is thrilling, leaving fans on the edge of their seats in eager anticipation of the manga’s comeback.

The Worst Return For The Anime And Manga

How The Return Can Be Bad For The Franchise

Instead of reviving the Dragon Ball Super franchise could potentially lead to its demise if not managed skillfully. Primarily, one of the major criticisms leveled against it at its inception was the poor quality of its animation, a criticism that has become synonymous with some of the worst animation ever seen in an anime series. The early story arcs of Super were already presented in the Battle of Gods and Resurrection F movies, which means the anime adaptation of these arcs was hurriedly produced.

Because of this, the quality was poor and it was something that everyone disliked to witness. If the anime comes back, but certain arcs are handled similarly, especially the Broly and Super Hero arcs that have already been presented in film format, interest in the series could decline rapidly. However, this is unlikely because Dragon Ball Daima, though a minor part of the franchise, amazed everyone with its outstanding animation.

Power comes in response to a need, not a desire. You have to create that need.

Conversely, there is a concern that one major issue the manga might face is a recurring problem in the series – careless narrative development, often seen as an oversight when characters like Krillin and Android 17 were given power levels comparable to Super Saiyan Blue Goku without a logical explanation. This pattern of rushed storytelling has been criticized by many, leading some to claim that the Dragon Ball franchise lacks depth in its writing.

Furthermore, beyond the questionable power level adjustments, there’s a common sentiment that supporting characters aren’t given their due recognition, especially Vegeta. Although he has become one of the most beloved characters in the series, many fans argue that the writers have consistently set him up for defeat against major adversaries or undermine his accomplishments soon after significant events in his storyline. If this pattern persists in future installments, Dragon Ball Super may lose its appeal and could potentially falter.

Dragon Ball can be streamed on Crunchyroll.

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2025-04-03 22:10