The Dragon Ball franchise is gearing up for an eventful year, stepping beyond Dragon Ball Super on the small screen with the highly anticipated premiere of Dragon Ball Daima this fall.
The latest promotional material for the anime has just been released in Japan, courtesy of volume 22 of Dragon Ball Super’s manga.
In this vibrant tribute, Toyotaro, the artist renowned for Dragon Ball Super, lends his creative touch to the promo, setting the stage for a thrilling new chapter.
The eye-catching promo, featured in the new color edition of Dragon Ball Super’s volume 22, showcases a revamped version of Toyotaro’s previous art for Dragon Ball Daima.
The focal point of the artwork places Goku and Vegeta in the spotlight, adorned with the official logo of their upcoming anime.
DRAGON BALL DAIMA Special Page by Toyotarou marking the announcement of the new anime series.
Again, this doesn't confirm DAIMA manga adaptation.
DAIMA anime is scheduled to premiere in Fall 2024.
(via #DragonBallSuper Vol. 22 Color Edition, @sailorrjupiterr) pic.twitter.com/yQCRbQzkbz
— SUPER クロニクルス (@SupaChronicles) March 3, 2024
Notably, the poster offers a nostalgic touch with the depiction of a child version of Goku. This nod to Goku’s childhood resonates with fans, harking back to the original Dragon Ball anime that primarily focused on Kid Goku.
As for Vegeta, his youthful portrayal echoes previous instances in the franchise, with the only notable difference being the endearing touch of chubby cheeks, attributed to his baby fat.
This visually captivating poster serves as a herald for the next canonical Dragon Ball series.
Fans can expect Toyotaro to continue his work on the Dragon Ball Super manga under the supervision of series creator Akira Toriyama. Exciting new arcs featuring Goku and Gohan are already on the horizon.
Come fall, Dragon Ball Daima will make its debut under Toei Animation, adding another canonical entry to the celebrated franchise. While details about a manga adaptation remain unknown, the anime promises a captivating storyline.
The series unfolds as Goku and his comrades find themselves transformed into children, compelling Goku to embark on an adventure with the Shin to reverse the unexpected wish cast upon him.
With stalwart heroes like Vegeta and Krillin joining the galactic campaign, Dragon Ball Daima is set to captivate audiences with its promising storyline and iconic characters.
