Dragon Ball Daima Is Secretly Setting Up for New Dragon Ball Super Anime

As a long-time Dragon Ball fan, I must say that my initial reaction to Dragon Ball Daima was one of surprise and curiosity. While I had hoped for a continuation of Dragon Ball Super, this new series seems to be setting the stage for something even more exciting down the line.

The latest installment of “Dragon Ball Daima” has been captivating fans with its exploration of the mystical aspects of the franchise, particularly as it delves deeper into the Demon Realm. This setup promises an exciting return for the next episodes of “Dragon Ball Super”. “Dragon Ball Daima” marks the 40th anniversary celebration of Akira Toriyama’s original “Dragon Ball” manga, which first appeared in Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump magazine. Goku and the Supreme Kai are embarking on a new journey within the Demon Realm. However, if you asked “Dragon Ball” fans about their expectations for a new anime, it likely wouldn’t have been “Dragon Ball Daima”.

Fans of Dragon Ball Super have been eagerly anticipating the return of the TV series with fresh episodes since its conclusion in 2018, especially after two new story arcs introduced magical and deity-powered antagonists for Goku and Vegeta to battle. However, Dragon Ball Daima serves as an excellent prelude to potential new chapters of Dragon Ball Super, as it delves deeper into the workings of magic and demons in the Dragon Ball universe. This setup perfectly positions Planet Eater Moro for his full anime debut.

Dragon Ball Is Now Focusing More on Magic

After the incidents of Dragon Ball Super: Broly, the narrative unfolded into what’s known as the Galactic Patrol Prisoner Saga. This part not only expanded upon space-dwelling adversaries but primarily introduced Moro, a planet-devouring entity. Being ancient and possessing immense magical powers, Goku and Vegeta initially struggled to counter him. His diverse array of tactics necessitated both heroes to push their power levels to new extremes in order to overcome him. This arc was distinctively captivating, leading many fans to eagerly anticipate a fully animated rendition of it one day.

It’s quite clear why some fans of Dragon Ball may have felt disappointed by the direction Dragon Ball Daima has taken. Instead of following through with action-packed story arcs, Dragon Ball Daima is creating a fresh narrative that stands apart from the multiverse and divine transformations to deliver a new yet familiar journey. While it seems that Goku is weaker and fighting less formidable opponents, this only scratches the surface. Each episode offers not just deeper understanding of the Majin Buu arc and the overall Dragon Ball universe, but also sheds light on how magic operates in this world, particularly concerning demons.

Planet Eater Moro Being a Demon Explains So Much

One significant revelation in the series “Dragon Ball Daima” is the observation that characters from the Demon Realm have distinctive pointed ears. This serves as a clear identifier for such characters. Given Moro’s extensive knowledge about himself, as portrayed in “Dragon Ball Super”, this trait makes sense. Moro presented a unique challenge for Goku and his companions, as they hadn’t previously encountered a sorcerer of that kind. His godlike power level and near-immortal age align well with the characteristics we’ve seen among demons within the Demon Realm.

Neva was presented as a Namekian hailing not just from Planet Namek, but also the Demon Realm, with an age measured in millennia. She exhibited mastery over the Dragon Balls, mirroring Moro’s advanced magic abilities, which enabled him to consume planets and detect someone like Goku by their ki signature. Interestingly, Moro comes from the Demon Realm, a detail that enriches his character and offers potential for further development when Dragon Ball Super resumes.

Shifting emphasis towards magic and demons seamlessly leads us into Planet Eater Moro’s more mystical adversary. Similarly, this trend persists during the Granolah the Survivor storyline, which introduces a fresh Namekian character and also brings forth new demon entities known as the Heeters. Although some fans may currently feel disappointed with Dragon Ball Daima’s direction, it actually paves the way for the ideas within Dragon Ball Super. The enlarged Demon Realm and magic elements have been subtly hinted at throughout this journey, suggesting that there’s a vast array of potential directions for the series to explore in the future.

It’s highly probable that we’ll see a new version of Dragon Ball Super in the future, given its tremendous success and the creators’ ongoing plans for the Dragon Ball franchise following Dragon Ball Daima. The continuation of Dragon Ball Super could serve as a smooth transition between upcoming non-Akira Toriyama creations and the final adaptations of the original content left by Toriyama after Dragon Ball Daima concludes. This is why Dragon Ball Daima is set after the Majin Buu arc, not to spoil what’s coming next, but rather to enrich it.

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2024-12-05 08:09