Fans ofDragon Ball Supernow know which villain the lead artist is most excited about thanks to a recent interview with Toyotaro, the manga’s lead artist since 2015. He spoke with France Info during a visit to the country, reflecting on his journey with the series and offering insight into the characters he’s most passionate about.
In a translated interview on X, Toyotaro revealed that Granolah holds a special place among the many characters he helped bring to life. When he first showed his design to Akira Toriyama, it was immediately approved. Along with Black Frieza, the two characters Toyotaro is most proud of.
Granolah and Black Frieza Are Among Toyotaro’s Favorites
Akira Toriyama Instantly Approved of Toyotaro’s Design
Toyotaro’s admiration for his original characters is clear, especially when it comes to Granolah and Black Frieza. These additions toDragon Ball Superare among the best created, and Toyotaro himself has expressed pride in the characters, sharing:
“My favorite character is Granola because when I drew him and presented him to Akira Toriyama, he immediately said, ‘OK,’ ‘That’s great, go for it.’ I’m also very proud of having created Black Frieza.”
Granolah’s arc is one of the most emotionally layered antagonists inSuperand explores heavy themes of revenge, redemption, and legacy. Toyotaro’s connection to the characters suggests that they were specially written and drawn with care and purpose. With Toriyama’s quick approval,these characters feel much more personal than fans might initially have thought.
As for Black Frieza, the terrifying evolution ofDragon Ball’smost iconic villainopens the door to an exciting new chapter. Toyotaro’s pride in the character hints that Black Frieza is a looming force that will lead to darker, more dangerous territory ahead.
Granolah the Survivor Is One of the Manga’s Best Sagas
Anime-Only Dragon Ball Fans Have Much To Look Forward To
The Granolah the Survivor arc stands out as one ofDragon Ball Super’smost ambitious story arcs. With a strong supporting cast and a complex character with a tragic past who is caught between vengeance and truth, Granolah stands out as one of the series’ most compelling villains.
Paired with thejaw-dropping introduction of Black Frieza, the saga from beginning to end was exhilarating. With new transformations, higher stakes, and added depth, the Granolah the Survivor story is among the best,backed by the idea that his character was quickly approved by Toriyama himself. Toyotaro has every right to be proud of their creation.
As Toyotaro continues to shape the future of the franchise, characters like Granolah and Black Frieza will carry the series’ legacy forward while delivering exciting story arcs. There’s little doubt that the next chapter ofDragon Ballwill be one of the greatest yet.
