Collage of Dragon Balls's Goku, Vegeta, Gohan, Piccolo, and Krillin
One traditional way artists pay tribute to influential creators, like Dragon Ball's Akira Toriyama, is by reinterpreting or reimagining their works. In the nearly 40 years since Dragon Ball's debut, numerous artists — some as renowned as Toriyama himself—have used their talents to redraw one of his iconic characters. While many of these renditions are impressive, a few stand out as truly exceptional.
9 Hiroshi Shiibashi Nuna: Rise of the Yokai Clan ✕ Remove Ads Dragon Ball Vol. #6 marks the start of the Red Ribbon Army Arc, where the terrorist organization reveals its sinister plan to seize the Dragon Balls and achieve total domination. Standing in their way are Goku, Bulma, and Krillin, determined to thwart the army's ambitions. However, the Red Ribbon Army's ruthless leaders will stop at nothing to eliminate their greatest obstacle: Son Goku, now Public Enemy No. 1.
✕ Remove Ads 7 Yusuke Murata One-Punch Man Dragon Ball Vol. #12 marks a somber turning point in Goku's young life with the tragic death of Krillin at the hands of Tambourine. Krillin's passing signifies the first loss of a major character, profoundly impacting Goku. Consumed by rage and a desire for vengeance, Goku's reaction sets the stage for a recurring theme in his character development.
5 Sui Ishida Tokyo Ghoul ✕ Remove Ads Dragon Ball Vol. #8 concludes the Red Ribbon Army arc, where we find the desperate Commander Red who, running out of time to secure the final two Dragon Balls and reeling from repeated defeats at Goku’s hands, hires Taopaipai —the world’s greatest assassin— to eliminate him. In search of a way to defeat this formidable new foe, Goku turns to Karin, a mysterious and highly skilled martial arts master.
3 Jim Lee WildC.A.T.s / Batman When Akira Toriyama, the legendary creator of Dragon Ball, passed away in March 2024, the world — particularly the manga and comic communities — mourned the loss of such an influential figure. Toriyama inspired countless artists to pursue their craft, leaving behind a legacy that shaped generations of creators. In his honor, many artists paid tribute by creating their own interpretations of Goku and other Dragon Ball characters.
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