The announcement of Dragon Ball Daima has stirred excitement among fans, as it has been clearly stated that it bears a strong resemblance to the Dragon Ball GT series from the late 90s. As the release of Dragon Ball Daima approaches, this serves as a perfect opportunity to address the burning question of whether it is indeed a remake of the original series.
What is Dragon Ball GT?
Dragon Ball GT, or “Dragon Ball Grand Tour,” is an animated series that premiered in 1996. It serves as a sequel to Dragon Ball Z. However, unlike its predecessors, GT is not based on any of the manga created by Akira Toriyama (Dragon Ball, Dragon Ball Z); instead, it was a unique creation solely for the Toei Animation anime, aiming to continue the legacy of Dragon Ball Z.
The storyline of Dragon Ball GT follows Goku, who is transformed back into a child due to a wish made by the villain Pilaf, using the Black Star Dragon Balls. If the Dragon Balls are not gathered and returned to their original place within a year, the Earth will be destroyed. Consequently, Goku embarks on a journey across the universe to collect the Dragon Balls and restore his original form.
Dragon Ball GT is often not considered part of the official canon and has frequently faced criticism for not being a creation by Toriyama. Nevertheless, it contributed to the franchise’s lore by introducing “mini” versions of familiar characters and introducing Broly, as well as the transformation known as Super Saiyan 4.
Later on, Dragon Ball Super officially reintroduced the character Broly.
Is Dragon Ball Daima a subtle remake of Dragon Ball GT?
The story of Dragon Ball Daima is actively developed by Akira Toriyama, who has contributed significantly to the design and creative process, bringing his original ideas to the forefront. It appears that Daima serves as a sort of “revival” for Dragon Ball GT, with adjustments made to the narrative.
First and foremost, we know that Dragon Ball Daima will be part of the official canon. Therefore, it won’t be an independent promotional anime. Additionally, it is understood that Dragon Ball GT was centered on exploring the cosmos, embarking on an adventure in the Demon Realm, and continuing with characters introduced in Dragon Ball Z. In contrast, Dragon Ball Daima will return to the Demon Realm, a setting first introduced in various Dragon Ball games and promotional anime like Dragon Ball Heroes.
Based on the details provided, the plot of Dragon Ball Daima will follow a certain group escaping from the Demon Realm while attempting to retrieve the Dragon Balls, with a divine being transforming Goku and the Z fighters into their original forms.
Goku will have to undertake missions with Kai to collect the Dragon Balls and reverse the transformation, all while battling the forces of the Demon Realm. The narrative certainly bears many similarities to Dragon Ball GT but focuses on materials inspired directly by Toriyama himself rather than a creative team at Toei.
After Toriyama’s return earlier this year, fans are eagerly anticipating what this new installment has to offer, hoping for an authentic and faithful continuation of the beloved franchise.
