This June marks ten years since the start of ‘Dragon Ball Super’, a work created by Akira Toriyama and continued by his disciple Toyotaro. However, the manga has been on hiatus for over a year, leaving fans eager for news. Although a brief self-contained chapter focusing on the characters Goten and Trunks was released in February 2025, the main storyline remains stalled.
A year of waiting, which is said quickly
Amid this uncertainty, Toyotaro has celebrated the anniversary with a prominent illustration featuring Goku Ultra Instinct and Gohan Beast performing a Kamehameha. This image evokes iconic moments from the series, such as the father-son joint attack against Cell, and reaffirms the legacy of the work in the ‘Dragon Ball’ universe. Although we have not yet seen these transformations in the series, the illustration suggests that the author is actively working on the future of the manga.
Recently, a special project related to ‘Dragon Ball Super’ has been announced. However, fans have been disappointed to discover that it is a collectible figure based on the anniversary illustration and not the anticipated return of the anime. This marketing strategy, although frustrating, continues to fuel the expectation surrounding ‘Dragon Ball’.
It is crucial to remember that after Toriyama’s death, a battle for the rights to exploit his work has erupted, which could be influencing the pause of the manga. Nevertheless, there are reasons to keep hope for news. With key events like Anime Expo and San Diego Comic Con approaching, it is possible that announcements about the return of ‘Dragon Ball Super’ in new or renewed formats will be made.