Summary
- Volume 24 of Dragon Ball Super hints at a connection to Dragon Ball Daima through an illustration featuring Mr. Popo with horns.
- Despite some discrepancies between Daima and Super, fans can remain optimistic since these minor details do not significantly affect the overarching narrative.
- The prospect of Daima references appearing in the new Super arc suggests possible thematic alignments with events from Daima.
The highly anticipated new volume of Dragon Ball Super is on the horizon, and it appears that Toyotaro has woven in a noteworthy reference to Dragon Ball Daima with an intriguing illustration. Following a hiatus that began in March 2024, the series resumed briefly with a chapter released in February 2025, only to slip back into a pause, leaving fans eager for updates post-Volume 24.
While Dragon Ball Daima aired from October to February, it provided fans with content to enjoy as they awaited new developments in Super. However, some viewers expressed dissatisfaction due to inconsistencies between the two series. Notably, conflicts arose from character portrayals and timelines that diverged from Super’s established storylines.
Daima Reference in Dragon Ball Super Volume 24
Within the initial pages of Dragon Ball Super Volume 24, readers will find a concise summary of the series and character introductions alongside illustrations. Notably, one illustration features Mr. Popo sporting a striking pair of horns on his head, marking a distinctive departure from his traditional portrayal.
Dragon Ball Daima was the first series to depict Mr. Popo without his iconic white turban, revealing his horned appearance. This artistic choice appears to be a direct nod to Daima; however, many fans suggest that the horns could also reflect Toriyama’s original vision for the character, integrating them into Mr. Popo’s canon design.
Understanding the Reference
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This reference likely serves as a subtle homage to the latest entries in the franchise and may not carry any profound implications for the storyline. That said, it could suggest that Toyotaro might revise the Super narrative to align more closely with the events of DB Daima, despite the noted inconsistencies—primarily concerning character transformations like Vegeta’s SSJ3 and Goku’s SSJ4.
Toyotaro had previously showcased several Daima-themed illustrations during its airing:
Dragon Ball Daima new illustration by Toyotaro! pic.twitter.com/zxG9T09Tt6 — Hype (@DbsHype) November 29, 2023
As Dragon Ball Super prepares to embark on a new arc, there is potential for even more Daima references to emerge. However, with no information disclosed about the forthcoming arc, the direction of the story remains uncertain.
Release Date for Dragon Ball Super Vol. 24
Volume 24 is set to be released in Japan on April 4, 2025, encompassing Chapters 101 through 104, thereby concluding the Super Hero arc. However, there has yet to be any announcement from VIZ Media regarding the English version’s release schedule, though it is anticipated to be available in a few months.
For fans eager to catch up on Dragon Ball Super, the series is currently streaming on Crunchyroll.
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