Frieza has a grandma!

Officially that was never confirmed or even mentioned. But in the German version of the manga and even in the anime a few additional lines were added to let the fans believe that a higher force in the Frieza family does exist.

For that we need to go to volume 28 and chapter 330: Right before Trunks shows up, Frieza usually states that with his increased power he should be able to defeat Goku himself, however in the German version the space emperor has the following lines:

"With daddy I can do this for sure!"

"Else he gets beaten up by my grandma."

This not only suggests that Frieza has a grandma, it also mentions that she even seems to be stronger than King Cold.

But there's more: After Trunks killed Frieza it's now just him and King Cold left. Before Cold asked to get Trunks' sword he suggested the future warrior to join his family to become 'his new son'. After Trunks declined, King Cold answered in the German version a bit more than: 'Such a shame!'

'A shame. And what am I going to tell his grandma now?'

Interestingly that line even made it to the German anime version since the script for the anime was often based on the manga dialogues. 

But this all caused more of confusion since in the original run there never was a grandma of Frieza and that's all just a joke made by the German translator.

But still, it makes the German version a bit of unique, since that 
wasn't mentioned in any other manga or dub as far as I'm aware of.

And I would bet nobody outside the German speaking Dragon Ball community knew about this. The Google search results speak for itself, so therefore I thought it could be time to spread this information of Dragon Ball history.

What is Friezas role in the Universe Survival arc?

Since it was clear that Frieza would return for 24 hours and participate at the Universe Survival arc the discussion was on: What is going to happen to the former ruler of Universe 7?

By now you could see a few hints that he is about to strive for more than just winning the tournament. Just shortly after his return to Earth he tricked Goku and tried to make a deal to join Universe 9 which failed because Beerus and Whis suddenly appeared. Around this time Frieza saw that the Gods are quite desperate to win and that he could take an advantage out of that.

As the warriors arrived at the tournament stage he met Frost and found out that he is quite similar to himself. They both agreed to work together at this tournament. We couldn´t see anything in that regard just yet, but it could be an interesting plot point in the upcoming episodes.

But is Frieza even aiming higher planning to rule over the two Zenos? To quote him: 'One day, I promise, I shall reign over you.'
Could this be the case if he plans to manipulate the Gods? But how? Triggering a disagreement between the Daishinkan and Zeno? Or even involving the angels?

Or what about this simple scenario: During the tournament Frieza learns about the Dragon Balls of the Namekians of Universe 6 and plans with Frost to go there once the tournament is over. Finally, Universe 6 is getting erased and Goku and Gohan are the last remaining warriors winning the Universe Survival tournament. They wish for all the universes restored and warriors of them being revived. Which also revives Frieza. He and Frost go to Universe 6, trying to get the Namekian Dragon Balls which causes another storyline along with the Universe 6 Saiyans to fight for the Dragon Balls on Universe 6 Namek...

Could happen. Since I think Universe 6 should be investigated further and we should see more of it. And Frieza going there even makes more sense since I cannot see him ruling over Universe 7 again. 

Or: Once all the universes are restored Frieza gets the offer to become a God of Destruction of another universe which even makes him a bigger threat. Maybe that could be one of his first steps striving for more with him being closer to the angels to manipulate them which are close to the Daishinkan... 

Anyway, the story is quite open right now and I don´t see Frieza just disappearing after this arc. There is now built-up which could go in another direction. Let´s be patient, enjoy this arc and we will see where it goes...

Super is reaching 100 episodes tomorrow!

It´s definitely a milestone reaching the mark of 100 episodes. At the beginning it wasn´t even clear if it would last that long and now cannot even tell when it ends... 

After two movie retellings, the Universe 6 arc, the Copy Vegeta filler, the Future Trunks arc and some interesting filler episodes we are currently in the Universe Survival arc and the tournament just started with episode 97. It´s completely unknown in which direction this arc is going since the fate of all the universes is at stake. One of them had already been erased.

But this arc has something for everyone: It gives Tien, Roshi and Kuririn some time to shine, the android #17 and #18 participate, we got more Saiyans from Universe 6 (even Super Saiyans), all the angels, Gods of Destruction and Supreme Kai from the other universes, many new characters and... not to forget: Frieza. 

He could also be an interesting factor about the time past the arc: Will he eventually win or getting revived? Having some collaboration with Frost in Universe 6 to create a new empire? Or go even further? Becoming a God of Destruction? 

The other universes are quite interesting on its own for several further subplots, just looking at the 6th and 11th universe. Could the next story finally send the Z fighters to other universes? Vegeta visiting Planet Sadal? And what about the Universe 6 Namekians?

So many open things which makes me believe that the story could easily go much further - even with staying in the current time-slot of Dragon Ball age.

The ending of the Future Trunks arc in both anime and manga doesn´t seem that this was the last we saw Vegetas son from another timeline. The fact that both him and Mai exist twice in there new-created timeline can lead to something in the future. Toriyama did not do that without having an idea behind... Although it´s Toriyama.. Quite likely he has no plan yet.

Anyway the return of Future Trunks with the enemy Goku Black brought many fans back and it truly helped the reputation of the new Dragon Ball anime TV series. 

Nozawa even wants to reach 700 episodes... sounds quite crazy looking at her age. But Dragon Ball Super is running well right now, was once even better than One Piece in terms of viewers, so let´s see what the future brings.

We are already way past GT with 64 episodes, the next benchmark would be going past the 153 episodes of the first original DB series which I see quite likely to happen...

Dragon Ball GT: Super Saiyan 4 Broly - 1: The Arrival

Around 10 years ago I wrote a fanfiction story which takes place after the martial arts tournament which followed by the defeat of Baby. It can be seen as an alternate story for the Super 17 saga or as something which could have been a movie during this point in time...

1: The Arrival

After a long unforgiving fight Goku managed it to finally defeat Baby, the last surviving Tuffle by pushing him with a 10-times Kamehameha into the sun which killed him. Shortly after that the population of the Earth were evacuated since the explosion of the planet could not be prevented as a side effect of the Black Star Dragon Balls. Thanks to Porunga the Earth could be recreated again and a new martial arts tournament was held shortly after that which was won by Mr. Satan

A few weeks has passed since the tournament and our friends got used to the well-earned time of peace again. Meanwhile Pan is having a sparring match with her grandfather Goku. 'You have really improved, Pan! But there is still a huge gap between us!' 'I know', replied Pan, 'you have way more experience than me, so that is no problem!" Gohan is getting out of the house saying to Pan and Goku: 'Enough for now, the food is ready!" Goku and Pan are joining the meal.

Meanwhile Vegeta left Capsule Corp. in West City to go to Goku in order to ask him for a fight, since they could not fight at the last tournament. While being on the way Vegeta is sensing three energies. 'This ki... Is that really...?' 

'That is a really high powerlevel... and there´s one a bit weaker and one really weak. But they are somehow quite familiar, that´s not good...', said Goku after standing up while he was eating. 'Who is that?' The others are shocked trying to sense what Goku means. 'And? Can you feel it now? I know these energies, but that´s actually impossible!'

Gohan: 'And what are you going to do now?' Goku: 'These energies are about to land near Karins tower. I need to look that nothing happens to Karin and Yajirobe. And also Upa and Bora in the forest down there. So I need to go!' Gohan follows Goku. 'Father, I help you!' 'Ok, but I think if I turn into a Super Saiyan 4 straightaway this opponent won´t be an issue!' Gohan agrees: 'Right, father. They will be quite surprised!' Goku: 'I can sense that Vegeta is going to arrive before us!'

The two space pods are landing, one of them hits Karins tower which fells to the ground. Upa and Bora can avoid the falling top of the tower. Upa: 'What was that?' Bora: 'Aliens?' Meanwhile Yajirobe and Karin are falling towards to ground. Yajirobe gets an idea: 'Ah, I know, this can save us!' He uses his capsule with a skycar, where both he and Karin jump in. They wonder what happened.

Behind a lot of smoke two big craters are getting more and more visible. In each crater is one space pod which open simultaneously. Bora and Upa are quite surprised seeing two persons climbing out of the pods. Vegeta arrives as first: 'I wasn´t wrong! Paragus and Broly! Impossible!' The two Saiyans notice Vegeta and fly up to him. Paragus greets the Saiyan prince: 'Hi Vegeta, and how is the life on Earth going?' 'Funny, shut up, better tell me how you both could make it getting here. I thought you both died a long time ago!'


Paragus confirms: 'Yes we did, but let´s get to the details later..' Vegeta: 'Ok, I understand. After a few punches you will tell me!' Paragus expains: 'We have a clear target for our visit here. We want to make Earth the new planet Vegeta, with me as a king!' Vegeta laughs: 'Keep dreaming, I´m way stronger than last time, you won´t have any chance against me.' Paragus: 'Vegeta, trust me, in a few hours nothing will be as it was before.' Broly screams: 'KAKAROTT!' and flies in Gokus direction. Vegeta´s getting livid: 'Damn, always Kakarott. This time I will be the one who defeats Broly!' 

How will the clash of Vegeta, Broly, Gohan and Goku end? Why are Broly and Paragus alive? Can Paragus realise his plans? And how is the third yet unknown energy?

Frieza coming back? Sure, why not!

At the time the 10 members for the Universe Survival Arc were revealed it got me thinking: There could be a stronger line-up!

And looking on how strong the former ruler of Universe 7 got after his revival with just a bit of training for 4 months? With reaching a new form? What if he could have mastered the Golden Frieza form? He was already a real threat for Super Saiyan Blue Goku back then.

And now the destiny of Universe including heaven and hell is at stake, so why only looking on Earth? There are surely stronger fighters than Muten Roshi, Kuririn or Tenshinhan out there. Especially in the afterlife, just look at Pikkon or other previous enemies in hell like Cell.

But surely, Frieza would be a great choice in terms of power. But interestingly the idea only came up after Buu fell asleep. But it's still hard to imagine that Frieza would fight along with the Z warriors. Frieza tried killing all of them and Kuririn and Piccolo won't forget that he actually did it.

In the preview for Episode 93 you could see Frieza that would accept Gokus offer, but he has conditions. What could that be?
Getting back to live and not just for 24 hours? The wish for immortality which he failed with back on Namek? Another revenge match against Goku? He surely will take an advantage out of that situation.

Anyway, I am very curious about what is going to happen in Episode 93. Goku will meet his nemesis again. The idea seems crazy but it adds more exciting for the upcoming tournament!

Why the the build-up to the Universe Survival arc is just great

Warm-up matches against Universe 9, the birth of Bulla and recruiting other members for the teams of the Universe Survival Tournament. 12 great episodes already and the tournament hasn't even started!

Personally, I love these episodes. First, Goku initiated the whole thing by going to Zeno requesting about the tournament. Bringing Buu and Gohan back for fighting in testing matches against Universe 9 was really great to see again, since both did not participate in the Universe 6 tournament.

Vegeta staying out of these matches for the birth of his daughter was just another great plot of character development. Vegeta is surely a character who changed since his sacrifice against Buu which he now especially see in Super.

The introduction of the other Gods of Destructions, their angels and the Kaioshins was also quite interesting. Let's see what their role in this arc is going to be. They seems to build an opposition against Universe 7 since it's Goku's fault we get this tournament.

But especially the recruiting of the other members of the Universe 7 team is great stuff: Piccolo and Gohan training together unleashing Ultimate Gohan again, Fat Buu trains to be slim, Goku against Kuririn and Android 18, the return of Android 17. So many interesting plot points and throwbacks.

And it's not just about the teams of Universe 7. Universe 11 has the Pride Troopers, which one of them looks like Beerus and they all seem really strong. And also: The "Female Broly" finally appeared! Cauliflowa is her name. And we saw Cabba trying to recruite her brother for the tournament, but he suggested to take his sister instead.

You see, there are a lot of things going on and looking at the next weeks preview we see Tenshinhan and Muten Roshi back in action! Already hyped to see that!

Only 28 planets with mortals in Universe 7? - What?

It was a quite surprising revelation by the Kaioshin in the recent Episode 83 of Dragon Ball Super. In Universe 7 are apparently only 28 planets with mortal beings. I think that's hardly even possible...

Let's take a look back at the Frieza saga where we had lots of different races 'employed' as soldiers of the emperor Frieza. At least 79 planets were under Friezas control. The minions of Freeza - also the Saiyans - were sent on missions for decades in order to extinct the inhabitants of other planets to sell the place later on.

Therefore, of course, many races died of course but it's not like the Frieza army ran out of work. I mean we are talking about the whole Universe 7 here. It sounds even way too less for a galaxy. Of course also Buu and Beerus were responsible for destroying entire planets and civilizations, but on the other hand the Kaioshin is responsible for the creation of new worlds - it seems like he failed in doing just that.

Or is it that the young Kaioshin doesn't know better? He was wrong and did not know things so many times. Like being unaware about the strength of the Saiyans, the by Babidi moved location of the 'egg' of Majin Buu, the Potara fusion or even recently the existence of Zen-Oh. 

He is still a young Kai but these examples makes me believe that he is also wrong this time. He even went checking for other strong fighters for the tournament. 

The whole situation sounds fishy and I hope we get more clarification for this topic. Maybe he overlooked something.

Also, if we would include 'Dragon Ball GT' - if that's even possible, but that's another topic - we get to know way more planets like Imegga, M2 and so on. You can say about the third Dragon Ball series what you want, but it gives a great view about the universe. Something which started at the Saiyan arc back in DBZ where we got the first information about what's out there in outer space.

If Super's interpretation is that Universe 7 only has 28 planets with mortals sounds for like: "Don't make it too big, we have 11 other universes." Anyway, these are my first thoughts after that revelation, also check out the video. Hopefully we will know more very soon.