Piccolo has been a prominent name in the Dragon Ball universe, starting with the first Demon King Piccolo and extending to his offspring, Piccolo Jr. Despite his past as an enemy to Goku, Piccolo's relevance and strength have been called into question throughout the series. While he played a crucial role in teaching Gohan how to fight during the early days of Dragon Ball Z, Piccolo's involvement in later arcs was limited and he was often overshadowed by other characters. However, his transformation and return to prominence in the upcoming Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero movie has many fans excited for what the future may hold.
The Cause Of Piccolo's Return To Relevancy
After Piccolo's wish with the Dragon Balls, his power and potential were awakened, allowing him to fight Gamma 1 and Gamma 2 alongside Gohan. Though his power was mostly just shy of being overpowered, his transformation into Orange Piccolo was a game changer for fans. With this new form, Piccolo accomplished impressive feats in the movie, including defeating Gamma 2 and holding his own against Cell Max using old techniques from the World Tournament Saga. Fans were thrilled to see Piccolo return to the limelight as a main character and contribute to defeating Cell Max in the movie's final moments. Orange Piccolo's impact on the story has positively influenced fans' perception of him, with many theorizing that he is now strong enough to stand alongside Goku and Vegeta.
Why It's Important And How It Changes The Narrative
Fans of Piccolo are thrilled about his return to relevancy in Dragon Ball Super. Despite some embarrassing moments, Piccolo holds nostalgic value for fans and his transformation holds narrative potential. Additionally, Piccolo's importance to the story and to Son Gohan, his first student, cannot be ignored. With Piccolo's newfound strength, Goku and Vegeta are no longer the only top dogs in the fight against major threats. If Piccolo becomes as strong as these two, he could potentially catch the attention of Whis and Beerus, opening up a world of possibilities. After years of being out of the spotlight, Piccolo's character and recognition have been rightfully earned and deserved. This could be the start of great things for the rest of the cast and provide a variety of potential for the story.