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Throughout its history, theDragon Ballfranchise has become one of the world’s most lore-rich series. What began as a simple series about a group of young adventurers looking for 7 legendary objects has becomea multiversal odyssey. The late Akira Toriyama created one of the most diverse, intriguing, and beloved worlds in anime history.
While the series does a magnificent job explaining the events that take place during Goku’s adventures,certain topics remain mysteries even to this day. Either the information revealed about these enigmas is vastly insufficient, or they have been completely ignored throughout the franchise. Here are the best mysteries that still need an explanation insideDragon Ball’s universe.
10 Most Influential Dragon Ball Moments That Changed Anime & Manga Forever
Dragon Ball is one of the most popular anime franchises of all time, and there are a lot of moments that have gone on to change anime forever.
10What Happened to Launch?
A Beloved Character Who Suddenly Disappeared
When the originalDragon Ballseries was released in 1985, its cast was much smaller than it is today. Despite not having many characters, the series did an amazing job introducing charming and entertaining individuals, such as the unpredictable Launch. This endearing young woman may look sweet and innocent, buther wild and violent second personalityis revealed once she sneezes.
Launch may not have been a staple of the original team, but she was still an important friend for Goku and the rest of the cast. She inexplicably disappeared when the original series ended and Z began, never again appearing in the franchise. Even decades after Launch was last seen, her whereabouts have not been disclosed, as if she had never existed in the first place.
Akira Toriyama’s Last Quote Before Dragon Ball’s End is Still Powerful Decades Later
Toriyama’s parting words at the end of the Dragon Ball manga aren’t just a tribute to his greatest work, but also some pretty decent life advice.
9Vegeta Actually Has a Brother Named Tarble
Vegeta’s Brother Has Never Been Seen Again
Due tothe acts of the evil and powerful Emperor Frieza, the number of Saiyans alive in Universe 7 has been reduced significantly. While most fans have most likely heard of the three most popular pure Saiyans alive, there is one who has only been seen once in the franchise, Vegeta’s younger brother Tarble. Introduced inDragon Ball Z’s OVADragon Ball: The Return of Son Goku and Friends!, Tarble is a young man who lacks the innate battle instincts of a Saiyan.
Due to his kind and peaceful nature, he was banished from Planet Vegeta, only reuniting with his older brother decades later. Despite being confirmed as a canon character by Toriyama himself, and being mentioned in the canon moviesDragon Ball Z: Battle of GodsandDragon Ball Super: Broly,Tarble has not been seen ever sincethe episode in which he was introduced.
8The Metamoran Race Created the Fusion Dance
Goku’s Mentors Have Never Been Shown in the Series
The Fusion Dance is one of Goku and Vegeta’s signature techniques, being often used to defeat opponents who surpass the power of these two noble warriors. When this skill was first introduced in the series, Kakarot revealed that he learned it thanks to a race of aliens known as the Metamoran. These enigmatic beings were extremely skilled in this art, as it was an important part of their culture.
Yet, despite their importance in saving Goku and his friends via their techniques,they still have not made an appearance in the series. Besides their signature ability, nothing else is known about this species, not even what they look like. It is heavily implied that their species was destroyed at some point in the past, since Goku met them in the Other World. Still, this remains to be confirmed, as these beings seem to have been forgotten about.
Dragon Ball’s Strongest Fusion Isn’t Between Two People
Dragon Ball’s strongest fusion isn’t Gogeta or Vegito, or even Zamasu and Goku Black, as the true, strongest fusion isn’t between two people at all.
7Who Created the Hyperbolic Time Chamber?
The Origins and Rules of This Mysterious Dimension Remain Unknown
“…I happened to come across a chamber where time flows differently than in the outside world…”
- Frieza
Also known as the Room of Spirit and Time, this iconic location has been of great importance for the Z-Warrior throughout the entire franchise. Described as a different dimension where time elapses at a different rate than Earth, the Hyperbolic Time Chamber has been utilized several times by Goku and his friends to train for difficult fights.
It has been explicitly explained several times that the room has certain rules that one must follow to make use of it. Nonetheless, these rules seem to change often, with most having been completely forgotten about by the timeDragon Ball Superwas released.The origins of the Room of Spirit and Time have never been explained, although it does not appear to have been discovered on Earth, asFrieza has found another similar room somewhere in Universe 7.
6The Namekian Book of Legends
A Book Filled With Ancient Knowledge With Unknown Origins
Mentioned for the first time in theDragon Ball Super: Battle of the Godsmovie, this book was created long ago and seems to containmyths from all across Universe 7. It was thanks to this item that Goku managed to transform into a Super Saiyan God, as the legend and the method of awakening this technique were contained inside it. Shenron revealed that he knew about this legend thanks to this book.
Since then, it has not been talked about again, becoming one of the series’ biggest mysteries. No information about what other legends or mythological techniques are held inside has been given to fans. Its author has also not been confirmed, although it is known that it was written by a powerful Namekian long before the beginning of the series.
The Strongest Super Saiyan God Form Of All Time Will Never Be Seen Again
During the battle in the depths of space with Fu, Goku plunges into the Universe Tree and absorbs its power, becoming a completely unique form.
5Yamoshi Is a True Saiyan Legend
The Enigmatic First-Ever Super Saiyan
“The savior easily defeated the evil Saiyans with his immense power, but he then vanished as quickly as he came, as the energy the Saiyans had offered him could not last for long.”
- Shenron
The origins of the legend of the Super Saiyanhave often been a topic of discussion amongDragon Ballfans. Lately, this myth has been attributed to a gentle and noble ancient Saiyan named Yamoshi, who would later go on to becomethe first Super Saiyan God. This fighter is said to be someone who went against the Saiyan tradition and acted as a protector throughout the universe.
His backstory, motivation, and eventual transformation into the first Saiyan to obtain a legendary power seem beyond intriguing. Still, he has never been officially introduced and only his entry in the Book of Legends is known. The story of the first-ever Saiyan deity is likely to remain untold for years to come.
4The Supreme Kais Have a Demonic Counterpart
These Evil Rulers Remain in the Shadows
The Supreme Kais are beings in charge of maintaining order in all Universes. These beings have always been associated with good, fighting against the forces of evil and those who wish to bring harm to the galaxy. Nevertheless,according to a special book released in 2009, a counterpart to these benevolent beings seems to exist insideDragon Ball’s universe,the Demon Supreme Kais.
Rulers of the Underworld, these evil beings have not been seen in the main continuity. They have often been used as antagonists in spin-offs of the franchise, where they are portrayed as ruthless and powerful warriors. Still, in canon, it is unknown if they truly exist, what they look like, or who they are, as they have never played a significant role in the story
3The Top 5 Warriors of the Multiverse Are Still Unknown
Who Could Rival the Power of the Grand Priest?
When the Grand Priest was introduced to the series, Whis revealed to Goku thatZeno’s assistant was among the five most powerful beings in the multiverse. This should come as no surprise, as the Grand Priest is strong enough to stop the attack of two Gods of Destructions with a single finger. It has been several years since the concept of the 5 strongest beings in the multiverse was introduced, yet nothing else has been revealed.
The mightiest warriors in all 12 universes have never once been brought up again, leaving their identities as a mystery. Seeing as they should be on par or stronger than the Grand Priest, it is unlikely that they are among the recent antagonists of the series. They may become relevant later, either as new mentors for Goku and Vegeta, orpowerful enemies to test the Z-Warrior’s strength
2Beerus’s Race Gave Birth to Two Gods of Destruction
An Extremely Intriguing and Enigmatic Species
Beerus and Champa are two brothers from the same humanoid-cat-like race of aliens who rule over Universes 6 and 7. Among all other Gods of Destruction, these two stand out, not only due to their fraternal relationship but also because of their mysterious race.Another being like them has not been seen in the entire series, not even in other universes.
Nothing is known about their species, neither their name nor their home planet. What is more, fans of the series are not entirely certain about the Universe from which these beings originate, as they cannot have been born in different Universes and still be related. Seeing as Beerus is crucial to the story ofDragon Ball Super, his backstory and his race may be revealed in future chapters of the manga.
1Zalama the Dragon God Is the Strongest of the Gods
The Dragon God Has Not Been Seen by Anyone
The existence of deities inDragon Ball’s universe is incredibly well documented. These beings have been fundamental to the story, which is why their appearance, their duties, and their abilities are well-known by fans of the series. Yet, who seems to be among the most powerful deities in the multiverse remains a mystery: Zalama.
Known by the title of God of the Dragons, this enigmatic deity isthe creator of the Super Dragon Balls and Super Shenron. Zalama is an incredibly powerful being, capable of creating magical artifacts which can grant any wish. His power rivals that of beings like Zeno or the Grand Priest, who can also control reality. Woefully, nothing more about Zalama has been revealed, leaving it as one of the biggest lingering mysteries inDragon Balllore.
Dragon Ball
From the creative mind of Akira Toriyama, Dragon Ball is a mega multimedia franchise that spans back to the 1980s. Dragon Ball expanded quickly, starting as a serialized manga for Weekly Shonen Jump in Japan. It made its way overseas via manga and an anime adaptation that is enjoyed worldwide. Dragon Ball was the initial starting animated series that followed the adventures of the young Son Goku as he sought after the Dragon Balls. These mystical orbs would grant the wish of any who gathered them together. Then, the series would branch off into the immensely popular Dragon Ball Z, which followed Goku as an adult and featured high-intensity battles and Goku’s never-ending search to be the strongest. The series has also enjoyed several popular video game adaptations and continues to release several new animated series and theatrical films up to the recent popular Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero.
