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Dragon Ball Manga series

General Info

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AuthorAkira Toriyama
AwardsNot specified
GenresAdventure, Fantasy, Martial Arts
LanguagesJapanese
PublisherShueisha
TranslatorNot specified
IllustratorAkira Toriyama
Issue Number42
Release Date1984-11-20
Number of PagesNot specified
Original Titleドラゴンボール
Comics Issue NameDragon Ball
Country of OriginJapan
Publisher Website URLhttp://www.shueisha.co.jp/

Dragon Ball began as a popular manga series written and illustrated by Akira Toriyama and has since become an international phenomenon. The Dragon Ball universe spans countless series, movies, and games and continues to fascinate fans around the world.

The series tells about the adventures of Goku - a brave and tenacious character, characterized by the strength and drive of a master of martial arts. Goku learns that he is actually a Saiyan, part of a nearly extinct race of warriors from another planet. Work tirelessly to protect Earth and its loved ones from a host of villains bent on destruction. By his side is a group of comrades he befriends and trains with, all of which add depth and variety to the story.

The core of the Dragon Ball universe is an exploration of character development, with themes of friendship, perseverance, and personal growth. Endless action, an engaging storyline, and vivid characters make it an unforgettable foundation for the anime world.

Volumes

name
Dragon Ball vol.1
1985-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851831-4
Dragon Ball vol.2
1985-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851835-7
Dragon Ball vol.3
1986-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851837-3
Dragon Ball vol.4
1986-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851839-X
Dragon Ball vol.5
1986-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851841-1
Dragon Ball vol.6
1987-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851853-5
Dragon Ball vol.7
1987-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851855-1
Dragon Ball vol.8
1987-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851857-8
Dragon Ball vol.9
1987-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851859-4
Dragon Ball vol.10
1988-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851861-6
Dragon Ball vol.11
1988-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851863-2
Dragon Ball vol.12
1988-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851865-9
Dragon Ball vol.13
1988-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851867-5
Dragon Ball vol.14
1989-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851869-1
Dragon Ball vol.15
1989-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851871-3
Dragon Ball vol.16
1989-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851873-X
Dragon Ball vol.17
1989-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851875-6
Dragon Ball vol.18
1990-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851877-2
Dragon Ball vol.19
1990-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851879-9
Dragon Ball vol.20
1990-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851881-0
Dragon Ball vol.21
1990-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851883-7
Dragon Ball vol.22
1991-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851885-3
Dragon Ball vol.23
1991-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851887-X
Dragon Ball vol.24
1991-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851889-6
Dragon Ball vol.25
1991-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851891-8
Dragon Ball vol.26
1992-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851893-4
Dragon Ball vol.27
1992-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851895-0
Dragon Ball vol.28
1992-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851897-7
Dragon Ball vol.29
1992-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851899-3
Dragon Ball vol.30
1993-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851901-9
Dragon Ball vol.31
1993-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851903-5
Dragon Ball vol.32
1993-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851905-1
Dragon Ball vol.33
1993-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851907-8
Dragon Ball vol.34
1994-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851909-4
Dragon Ball vol.35
1994-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851911-6
Dragon Ball vol.36
1994-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851913-2
Dragon Ball vol.37
1994-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851915-9
Dragon Ball vol.38
1995-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851917-5
Dragon Ball vol.39
1995-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851919-1
Dragon Ball vol.40
1995-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851921-3
Dragon Ball vol.41
1995-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851923-X
Dragon Ball vol.42
1995-01-01 | 192 | 4-08-851925-6

Overview

The Dragon Ball universe is a vast and exciting world full of intense combat, fascinating characters and compelling stories. Created by Akira Toriyama, it started as a manga series and was later adapted into various anime series such as Dragon Ball Z, Dragon Ball Super, etc.


The story revolves around an adventure where Goku meets Bulma and sets out to collect seven mystical dragon balls that summon a wish-granting dragon. Throughout his journey, Goku makes many friends and fights all kinds of villains. He also undergoes several transformations, each of which greatly increases his strength and combat capabilities.


The Dragon Ball universe is loved for its combination of action, humor and heartwarming moments. Despite its age, its popularity continues to grow, making it one of the most influential and well-known anime/manga series in the world.