#saiyan arc

[danthepest]

I think one rleationship that doesn’t get talked about a lot in the fandom is the one between Krillin and Piccolo. Now granted, most of it is a lot more subtle and in the background (and a majority confined to the anime) compared to Piccolo and Gohan’s bond or the Goku & Vegeta rivalry, but its there.

They have a unique friendship and understanding which fascinates me to no end. They started as hostile opponents in the 23rd tournaments, with Piccolo belittling Krillin constantly (likely due to his memories of Tambourine killing the guy). As the fight progresses, Piccolo even apologizes for calling Krillin a small fry and by the end of it its not Yamcha, or Tenshinhan or even Goku who makes Piccolo rethink on how easy the world is to conquer, but Krillin. And the little guy seemed to take to teaming up with the demon pretty well. They bantered and planned and worked well with each other during the Saiyan invasion. Krillin was specifically pointed out in both manga and anime to being shocked and surprised at Piccolo’s sacrifice for Gohan.

Then you have his general support of Piccolo on Namek and their perfect cohesion durin the Garlick Jr arc.

And of course the infamous “Come on, we’re friends, right?” moment during the Cell arc. It led to Piccolo exploding in rage and exclaiming he was still Piccolo Daimao and biding his time to take over the world and “RAWR GRR EVIL” before flying off.

And Krillin didn’t buy it for a second. He read the guy instantly. Then you had Piccolo taking charge of the situation when the Cell Juniors attacked. While the manga doesn’t show Piccolo at all during that segment, the anime ran with it and going out of his way to smack a Cell Jr. away from Krillin. Krillin screamed after Piccolo when he charged in to help Gohan during the Kamehameha struggle against Cell.

Then you had cute moments like Krillin praying he doesn’t get paired up against Goku or Vegeta during the tournament only for Piccolo to grin and remind him that he’s technically praying to Dende or Krillin cheering Piccolo on before his “fight” against Kaioshin (which I’m totally still not bitter over). Or when they both have to stop each other from going in to try and help Vegeta when he self destructs and Piccolo asking Krillin for assistance in showing the kids the fusion dance again.

I just...I dunno, I find their interactions and subtle friendship really endearing and fascinating, especially since you wouldn’t really expect them to have one.

[ravoress]

[chaoartwork]

Child of Darkness

Rated: Teen and up (Violence, existential crisis mentions, dark themes)

Characters: Piccolo, Piccolo Daimao (King Piccolo), Son Gohan, Son Goku, Kami

Tags: Suspense, angst, hurt/comfort, found family, developing friendship, angst with a happy ending.

Chapters: 2/3? (incomplete)

Summary:

“My birth by all mean wasn’t blessed at all. After all, I was the reincarnation of Demon King Piccolo. I was an infant, born destined to an Ill-omened star. Well, I suppose that’s my fate. A child of the Demon Clan can only live as a demon.”

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As Piccolo is training Gohan during the Saiyan arc, he reminisces his childhood life. From his birth, to his life living and training in the forest while going through various experiences that strengthens his urge to fulfill his destiny as the reincarnation and successor of his late father, Demon King Piccolo. All the while unknowingly growing a bond for a child who is the son of his father’s killer and worst enemy.

[jaes-aerie]

😈⚡🩸M A J I N M O D E🩸⚡😈

[yamcha-thelonewolf]

I cannot but agree!! I also add that the way he moves drives me crazy.🫨

his hair is so good here

[moon-mirage]

Some anon sent a really cool prompt (actually two) but tumblr ate the ask when I was about to post it. 😔 I'm sorry, anon, I really hope you still can see it.

First was a Vegebul wedding and let me tell you, anon, I gave it my all.

This dress is the last one out of three versions (I usually struggle with drawing clothes tbh). I went from very elaborate to simple because I feel Bulma loves her clean lines, no frill and I feel it works better. And I thought adding the headband she wore on Namek would be a cute callback.

The other one was a Vegebul wedding night prompt and there's a sneak peek under the cut:

I'll finish it and post the full image at some point.

Thank you for your wonderful prompts, anon!

[racecarart]

Husband and I finally started watching DBZ and guess what! it's peak

[rwac96]

Baby's First Words (Ancient Snow)

Weiss: "Shallot, no more profanity around Nick!"

Shallot: "Oh, c'mon! When have I ever--?"

Weiss: *annoyed* "May I remind you of the 'repeat game'?"

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*Shallot holds 9mo-Old Nick/Ruccollo, who happily gurgles & babbles*

Shallot: "Okay, Ruccollo, who's Daddy's enemies?"

Nick: *giggles* "Fuck Twuntee-Un! Fuck Zahha!"

Shallot: *chuckles* "That's right!" *brings him closer* "That's my boy!"

Nick: "Fuck Freezah! Fuck Cindah!"

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Shallot: *clears his throat* "In my defense, I'm teaching him the difference between friend and foe."

Pyrrha: *comes in, holding her 9mo-Old son, JayJay* "Hello again."

JayJay: *waves his baby hand* "Babah!"

Nick: *crawls up behind Weiss* "Fuck Peerah!"

Pyrrha: *shock* "WHAT?!"

Weiss: "Nicholas, no!" *kneels down and picks up her son* "That is an uncouth thing to say." *turns her glare to Shallot*

Shallot: *gulps* "Uh, slip of the tongue."

[yamcha-thelonewolf]

🥂💕

He’s so happy <3

[tuesdayinthedas]

Redraw! Original is from over 7 years ago

[danthepest]

Every now and then I think on how Piccolo taking Nappa’s blast for Gohan was the ultimate and most selfless sacrifice in the entire DB series.

He didn’t know about the Namekian dragon balls. He knew that Earth’s dragon balls would be gone if he died. For all he knew there was no coming back for him. He didn’t know he’d get to keep his body in the afterlife. Worst case scenario he’d end up in hell and have his soul erased. There was literally no we’ll-fix-this-later option for him. And he still jumped in to save the kid.

Everyone talks about Vegeta’s sacrifice in the Boo arc but in my mind it pales compared to Piccolo’s. Especially since Piccolo didn’t pull a dumb Majin episode beforehand.

[gohanvegeta]

vegeta being the one to defeat frost and then later on "train" cabba into achieving super saiyan can be something so personal actually. him just flat out refusing that frost is disqualified and forcing frost to fight him then dealing with him quick, not even playing around a bit like he did with metalman. he says smth across the lines of "you make me sick" and then just beats him. frost is so much like frieza it makes vegeta sick.

earlier in the tournament cabba is one of the people who defends frost, saying he's fought alongside frost before. and then during vegeta's battle with him vegeta notices just how much cabba reminds him of himself. same stance, same galick gun attack. and as the audience we know there's another similarity - fighting alongside frost/frieza. being deceived by frost/frieza. cabba's never experienced it as bad as vegeta did but it's still there. and vegeta being the one to show this young saiyan how to turn super saiyan is so. well it fucks me up. he's one of the only survivors of saiyan genocide so if he can do something to help a saiyan even if they're from another universe then maybe he'll just take that fucking chance, actually.

[markzschiegnerii]

After Encouragement from Penny. Ruby finally lets it go

#rwby

#rubyrose

#PennyPoledina

#cinderfall

Edited By

​⁠ @bardock1991

Cast

Mark Zschiegner II

​⁠KShadowVa

​⁠FreelancerAmber

Rose Petal

Comic Art by: ​⁠ @bardock1991

[howlingday]

Ruby: No, it's not "easy" being a saiyan, Jaune. It's a literal pain to keep up with! Imagine all the fighting I have to do!! All the training, eating, powering up, and screaming! Especially the screaming!

Jaune: Okay, okay! I see your point. Being a saiyan would be hard on your body... and your throat.

Blake: OHO! .

Jaune: ...Is Blake in your closet?

Ruby: Yeah, but she pays rent. Don't worry about it.

[petr1kov]

i think the main reason why i like one piece is that it's like dragon ball if dragon ball had good worldbuilding

[moon-mirage]

“You think you can handle 250G now?”

I wanted to draw a scene of them getting along (yes, even with a tiny Vegeta smile ... smirk) during those infamous three years because I believe there was more than just them fighting and screwing each other.

Not to say the latter didn't happen of course 😏: