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After 40 years, Dragon Ball prepares to lose the throne of the anime in the 21st century

After 40 years, Dragon Ball prepares to lose the throne of the anime in the 21st century

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After 40 years, Dragon Ball prepares to lose the throne of the anime in the 21st century

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Dragon ball has remained the most profitable anime in history, however, that could change in the next few days due to Demon Slayer

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The launch of Dragon ball in 1986 was the beginning of one of the most iconic franchises in history. That would increase even more in 1989, with the arrival of Dragon ball Z, a story that catapulted Son Goku and company to unsuspected limits. Since then, Akira Toriyama’s work has been the most profitable of the entire anime and this has been after 40 yearshowever, now there is someone who threatens very seriously with taking that position: Demon Slayer.

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To get an idea, Dragon ball has managed to bill 9.54 billion dollars Throughout its history, however, Demon Slayer already has 9.32 billionan impressive figure considering that the anime was released in 2019. Although The difference is still approximately 220 millionthat could change radically this year thanks to the premiere of Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle, the new movie of the saga that begins the final part of the story.

If the new film gets half the collection that the first Demon Slayer movie, it would already keep the first place in the table, thus becoming the first anime to overcome Dragon ball, an impressive milestone that has caught the attention of the lovers of this world. It is not for less, since Tanjiro and company have managed to fall in love with millions of people, so The arrival of its end has really high expectations.

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Demon Slayer also managed to defeat another anime giant

Not only Dragon ball seems that he will soon fall against Demon Slayer, but only one month ago, the followers of One Piece also saw how Demon Slayer has destroyed Oda’s work in the category of best standard continuation at the Crunchyrolloll 2025 Anime Awards Crunchyroll Awards, winning the prize with the pillars training arc. Of course, it is a story that has managed to become indispensable, so Demon Slayer can already be considered an anime of worship.

In spite In just a few days, I could also overcome Dragon ball as the most profitable anime in history. The new Demon Slayer movie: Infinity Castle will be released on July 18 in Japan, that may be the key moment.

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Dragon Ball has seen all his heroes die except for one who has always survived

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Dragon Ball has seen all his heroes die except for one who has always survived

Dragon ball has never been afraid of kill your main characters With some like Krillin and Goku beating records. And anyone could be calm than what happens in the fights against Dragon ball‘s villains knowing that they always have as support The dragon spheres To resurrect them when necessary. And if with this it was not enough, Whis’s ability to go back in time also implies that You can avoid great disasters.

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Now, the one that was not the best creation of Akira Toriyama, also has A character who has not required any resurrection ever because he has never died, which is why he is currently THE ONLY GUERRERO Z that stands up at all levels. And it is not for less if one takes into account that it is of the most recent.

Broly is the only character who has never died in Dragon ball

In this way, the Dragon ball Super Broly It is crowned as the only member of this group of heroes who has never died under any circumstances, this being a record that Satan had previously until Freezer destroyed the earth with its new form. This is largely due to the fact that It has not joined this universe until recentlyso he did not suffer from Majin Boo’s attack when he ended up with a lifetime on earth.

However, it must be said that Broly has fought for littlesince the character was about to die at the hands of Gogeta in his film, but it was precisely a desire to Shen Long that prevented him from I died before the Kame Hame Ha of this fusion.

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It remains to be seen how this situation is used, since Dragon ball‘s future at history would be aimed at Goku, Vegeta, Broly, Gohan and Piccolo in front of Black Freezerwho stands as the biggest villain that the series has had to date in the absence of this arch adapts in the anime.

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The Super Saiyan 4 of Dragon Ball Daima could make its appearance in the Saga of Dragon Ball Super

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The Super Saiyan 4 of Dragon Ball Daima could make its appearance in the Saga of Dragon Ball Super

Dragon ball Daima managed to conquer the hearts of all lovers of the work created by Akira Toriyama. His story brought with him the return of one of the key objectives of Dragon ball‘s original story, the search for dragon balls, something that has been lost over time. However, the great script twist that managed to make us all get up from the couch, was undoubtedly the transformation of Goku into Super Saiyan 4.

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Since it was known that this saga was Canon and after seeing this epic transformation that was born in Dragon ball GT, many users wondered why had not appeared in Super. The truth is that there is still no clear response to this, however, in the future it could have the possibility of appearing, although with small changes. It is possible that it is not Goku that shows the Super Saiyan 4 in a new saga of Dragon ball Super, but Broly could have that pleasure.

The most logical thing is that Broly gets access to Super Saiyan 4 legendary. In fact, Toyotaro himself was the one who created the concept of Broly LSSJ4 in the manga Dragon ball Heroes: Victory Mission. Therefore, it would make a lot of sense to reuse this idea in Super, making a new level of power appear for this beloved Saiyan. However, some users are still waiting for the opportunity for Gogeta to also achieve that transformation.

The Super Saiyan 4 of Dragon ball GT is still epic

While there will be tastes of all colors, the truth is that for many users the transformation suffered by Son Goku in Dragon ball GT is much more epic and in my personal opinion, they are absolutely right. Although Daima offered a spectacular moment where we were glad our lives a little more, the first time you manage to see this form in GT It has been recorded in the hearts of millions of people.

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We will see what is the final result of Dragon ball Super, it is currently in an indefinite break and it has been confirmed that During this year 2025 there will be no news about his return. Therefore, everyone’s hope is that the story continues next year. The anime has been stopped for seven years, where the last episode treats the end of the power tournament. The manga is much more advanced, where Black Freezer has even been seen. It is clear that there is still much to tell, but it is not known when that will be.

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Dragon Ball shares an old Goku design that had been forgotten

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Dragon Ball shares an old Goku design that had been forgotten

After the death of Akira Toriyama in March 2024, the Dragon ball website inaugurated a section called “The Toriyama Archives”, in which it is dedicated to sharing some illustrations, arts and drawings made by mangaka many years ago, with The particularity that can only be seen for 24 hours before disappearing. This has left us with iconic sketches. But now, one that presents a lost design of Goku has been revealed.

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Over the years, Goku has changed and maturing, even if many criticize him for certain children’s attitudes. On this occasion, the Dragon ball website has shared a Draft sketch that Draed Akira Toriyama in 1989 and that began the Saiyan adventure towards the stars.

This Lost Illustration of Goku shows us Saiyan, embarking on his journey to space

This illustration reminds Goku's trip to the stars in search of adventures

This illustration reminds Goku’s trip to the stars in search of adventures

The death of Toriyama enlutted the entire world. There were many fans, artists and mangakas who did not hesitate to share their tribute to the great legacy left by the author. This was surprising, since a very beautiful phenomenon occurred to see millions of people together in the same feeling. And it is that Dragon ball is a transcendental franchise, this cannot be denied.

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As part of “the archives of Toriyama”, Dragon ball‘s website has shared a fascinating illustration in which we can see a forgotten Goku design. In fact, it is a drawing that takes place during one of the most iconic sagas in the industry, Namek’s.

In this illustration, we can See Goku wearing Astronaut’s complete teampreparing to travel to outer space and get to Namek. New adventures were waiting for him in the stars, as well as a powerful villain, as is Freezer.

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It is important to provide a little context. And this image comes from a draft made by Akira Toriyama for the #47 of the Weekly Shonen Jump in 1989. The chapter in question to which this drawing belonged was that of “planet Namek, dark and cold”.

With this image we can appreciate that Goku is preparing to leave for outer space to enter new adventures in the unknown. As we have mentioned, is part of one of the most iconic sagas of all time.

A curious detail is that Goku does not have the usual GI suit that we all already know, but has an astronaut team. But it’s not all, since, on the Dragon ball website, You can read that this cover was accompanied by the phrase: “Removing space! Heroes of the Earth!”

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In addition to all of the above, we must add that this drawing occurred at a peak franchise. Yes, it is true that, at the time, it was nothing more than a draft, but I know You can appreciate the entire essence of Toriyama and the work that has impacted generations so much.

Although Toriyama has left this world, the truth is that its most iconic franchise remains present and very current. Either for animated projects, by The manga that keeps readers in suspense or all the story he has achieved. Dragon ball will never cease to exist and will be transmitted from generation to generation.

In 2024, Dragon ball turned 40 as a franchise and was held with the launch of Dragon ball Daima, which was a very interesting series and led to the saga to its roots, Betting on exploration, adventure and comedy, without leaving action. And, currently, there is a great expectation with respect to the return of Dragon ball Super in the manga.

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