5. Artistic Style of Akira Toriyama
Initially, Dragon Ball was merely a tale of an adventure, but Akira Toriyama decided to expand the narrative into a shounen (action) universe filled with grand battles, leading to significant changes in his artistic style.
With this transformation, the overall color palette of Dragon Ball changed, especially in the character designs. As a result, the manga provided fans with a “dynamic” experience in the artistic style of the author compared to a static image.
4. Toriyama’s Intent
In the Dragon Ball manga, the storyline closely follows what the creator intended. However, this is not always the case in the anime.
For example, the anime often stretches the storyline to avoid surpassing the manga during the initial airing process. Consequently, episodes have been added to slow down the pace of the animated series. This alteration directly changes the audience’s viewing experience.
3. The Anime Lacks the “Impact” of the Manga
Dragon Ball features intense battles in the manga, but anime fans often notice a lack of color, cuts, or bruises on the characters. Due to the target audience, the anime version tends to avoid these elements, minimizing the expression of defeat on the characters.
On the other hand, the manga does not have to adhere to these restrictions, as Toriyama was not required to hide the consequences of battle. As a result, many scenes in the manga can evoke stronger sensations compared to the anime.
2. Goku’s Journey is Much Shorter in the Manga
Anime viewers have followed Goku as he travels on a lengthy journey throughout countless episodes without reaching the other side. However, it is mostly unclear how the anime has utilized this detail to extend the storyline, ensuring it does not surpass the manga.
In reality, Goku’s journey in the manga is significantly faster. Although there are lengthy paths, they do not bore the audience. However, the additions in the anime can still be quite engaging. In the anime, the road serves as the residence of Princess Ran, who has fallen in love with Goku and is determined to keep him from straying off the path.
1. Dragon Ball Super Manga is Still Ongoing
The Dragon Ball Super anime was on hiatus for five years, causing many fans to eagerly await the return of this franchise, along with new adventures, challenges, and transformations. However, the current manga is not just waiting for a revival, as the story remains ongoing with new chapters being published regularly.
While many viewers are anticipating the return of the anime after the intense Tournament of Power arc, the manga has already developed several new story arcs, continuing Goku’s adventures and introducing new characters and forms.
