Renowned Death Note Artist Revamps Gohan and Piccolo for Dragon Ball Super Art Showcase
Renowned Death Note artist, Takeshi Obata, brings his unique touch to the Dragon Ball Super Art Showcase with a captivating cover featuring Gohan and Piccolo reimagined in his signature style.
Death Note mangaka Takeshi Obata has joined the Dragon Ball Super Gallery project by creating a cover featuring Gohan and Piccolo in his unique art style. This collaboration is part of the celebration for Akira Toriyama's iconic franchise reaching its 40th anniversary. Several renowned mangakas are taking part in this project, each offering their own interpretation of the beloved series.
In addition to Takeshi Obata, other notable authors such as Masashi Kishimoto of Naruto, Tite Kubo of Bleach, Tatsuki Fujimoto of Chainsaw Man, Hirohiko Araki of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, and many other influential figures in the manga industry are contributing to the Dragon Ball Super Gallery project. The goal is for each mangaka to reimagine one of the 42 covers from the original manga series before the project concludes in November of this year.
Death Note mangaka Takeshi Obata does a reinterpretation of a Dragon Ball cover to celebrate the series' anniversary
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Takeshi Obata, known for Death Note, recently contributed a cover to the Dragon Ball Super Gallery project. His illustration featured Gohan and Piccolo in his signature style. The project aims to honor the 40th anniversary of the Dragon Ball franchise, with various renowned mangakas coming together to pay tribute to Akira Toriyama's iconic story.
The main focus of this commemoration is for the participating mangakas to offer their own artistic interpretation of the 42 covers of the original Dragon Ball manga. Notable creators such as Tite Kubo, Masashi Kishimoto, Tatsuki Fujimoto, Hirohiko Araki, and others have also joined in to celebrate Toriyama's enduring work.
This project will reportedly continue until November of this year, with Obata's art being a reinterpretation of the cover of volume 29 of the manga.
The premise of Obata's most popular series
The protagonist, Light Yagami, in the anime (Image via Madhouse). - The premise of Obata's most popular series
The protagonist, Light Yagami, in the anime (Image via Madhouse).
Light Yagami, a teenager and prominent high school student, stumbles upon a magical book that grants him the power to take the life of anyone whose name he writes on its pages. With a seemingly perfect life, Light decides to use the book's power to control the world by punishing criminals, after getting a handle on its rules and meeting its owner, the Shinigami Ryuk.
Initially unstoppable, Light faces a challenge when the world's greatest detective, L, enters the scene. This sparks a battle of wits between the two characters as they try to outsmart each other. Alongside this thrilling plot, the series delves into a debate on morality and the treatment of criminals.
The series has spawned several spinoffs and live-action adaptations, although none of these projects have had the success and reception of the original story.
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Editor's P/S:
The Dragon Ball Super Gallery project is an exciting collaboration that brings together renowned mangakas to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the iconic Dragon Ball franchise. Takeshi Obata's contribution featuring Gohan and Piccolo is a testament to the impact and enduring legacy of Akira Toriyama's creation. It's fascinating to see how different artists interpret the series, offering fresh perspectives and showcasing their unique styles.
Furthermore, the inclusion of mangakas like Masashi Kishimoto, Tite Kubo, and Hirohiko Araki highlights the respect and admiration that Dragon Ball commands within the manga community. This project serves as a testament to the enduring power of storytelling and the universal appeal of well-crafted characters and narratives. It's a reminder that great art transcends time and continues to inspire and entertain generations of fans.
