Dragon Ball Z Vol 1
Overview:
Son Goku is the greatest hero on Earth. Five years after defeating the demon king Piccolo, he’s grown up and had a family – he’s married, and he has a child, Son Gohan. But what is the real reason for Goku’s incredible strength? A visitor from outer space arrives bearing terrible news – Goku is an alien, and the visitor, Raditz, is Goku’s brother! When Raditz turns out to be a ruthless killer, Goku must fight his incredibly strong brother to save his family and the entire human race. A surprising alliance may be Earth’s last hope: Goku will team up with his old enemy Piccolo…archenemies united to save the world!
Pages: 147 Pages
Story and Art: Akira Toriyama
Touch-Up Art & Lettering: Wayne Truman
Recommendations:
I must confess, my exposure to the Dragon Ball Z universe is about as limited as my patience during rush hour traffic. I’ve caught a glimpse of a few episodes and maybe a movie or two, but I’ve never been a die-hard fan. However, my son has recently delved into the world of manga, and our collection has grown faster than my waistline after Thanksgiving dinner.
So, when I stumbled upon this Dragon Ball book, I figured, why not give it a shot? As I started reading, I quickly realized that I was in over my head. The story is centered around Goku and his brother Raditz, who shows up out of the blue demanding Goku make a tough choice between his son and the lives of 200 innocent humans. Talk about family drama!
Goku, being the stand-up guy that he is, isn’t about to let his brother bully him into submission. Cue epic battle scenes and plenty of dramatic tension. The only downside? Some pages are more silent than a library during finals week, with only the sounds of combat filling the void. It’s like watching a movie on mute, but with more spiky hair and energy blasts.
Overall, the artwork is top-notch, as expected from a manga book. So, if you’re a fan of intense battles, family feuds, and hair that defies gravity, this book is definitely worth a read. Just be prepared for some quiet moments that may leave you longing for a little more dialogue.