Toyotarou Revives Obscure Villain Geppuman in New Dragon Ball Super Art

Somen Halder Sep 30, 2026 0

Toyotarou's Latest Sketch Spotlights a Forgotten Filler

In a surprise drop on X, the Dragon Ball Super mangaka posted a fresh illustration of Geppuman, the laser‑wielding goofball who only ever appeared in the anime’s thirty‑first episode. The caption, "This month is Burpman," riffs on the Japanese onomatopoeia "Geppu" for a belch, underscoring the character’s tongue‑in‑cheek nature.

What Makes Geppuman Worthy of a Portrait?

Despite his swagger, Geppuman is essentially a petty thief—wanted by the Galactic Patrol for repeatedly dining‑and‑dashing across the cosmos. Even Jaco, the Patrol’s top enforcer, captured him without breaking a sweat. Toyotarou admitted he loved the character’s absurd premise, calling the dine‑and‑dash backstory "silly" yet oddly charming.

While the original scene featured Geppuman on Dragon Ball Super Episode 31, the new art stays faithful to his brief screen moment, preserving the iconic laser gun and smug expression.

Why Highlight Obscure Characters Now?

The timing is deliberate. The upcoming Dragon Ball Super: Beerus remake, slated for October 11, 2026, will condense the first three arcs into just 19 episodes, cutting out many filler moments. By immortalizing Geppuman (and last month’s Mogina Warrior) in his series, Toyotarou ensures these one‑off anime bits aren’t lost to history.

Fans have mixed feelings: some hope the remake will retain quirky cameos, while others accept that streamlined storytelling may sacrifice them. Either way, Toyotarou’s artwork acts as a visual archive, giving collectors and newcomers a glimpse of the series’ more whimsical side.

What This Means for the Franchise

Beyond nostalgia, the move highlights a broader trend: creators are increasingly curating the franchise’s peripheral lore for digital audiences. As streaming platforms like Crunchyroll prepare to simulcast the new series, these niche characters could gain a second life through fan art, memes, and social media buzz.

In short, Toyotarou’s sketch does more than showcase drawing skill—it sparks conversation about what gets remembered when a beloved series is rebooted, and why even the weakest villains deserve a moment in the spotlight.

// FAQs

Geppuman is an anime‑only comic relief villain introduced in Episode 31, known for his laser gun and a habit of dining‑and‑dashing, making him a wanted criminal of the Galactic Patrol.

Toyotarou enjoys highlighting quirky, forgotten filler characters in his "Toyotarou Tries to Draw" series, giving them a permanent place in the franchise’s visual history despite their limited screen time.

Current reports suggest the remake will trim many filler episodes, so Geppuman’s cameo is unlikely, making Toyotarou’s artwork the only lasting tribute for now.