No matter the time that passes, the truth is that the first great confrontation between Goku and Freezer, in Namek, is still one of the most iconic and emblematic of the entire history of the industry. In fact, this conflict introduced Super Saiyan. This is an arc that many have seen again and againremembering the childhood we live.
However, recently, a lost illustration has been shared that brings some depth to this legendary confrontation. This drawing has been revealed as part of the “Los Archives de Toriyama” section on the official Dragon ball website. Next, we will tell you more details.
This official art shows the emotional impact after what happened in the Goku and Freezer fight
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This draft highlights an epic moment of combat between Goku and Freezer
Namek’s mythical arch is remembered by all, since Not only did he introduce Freezer and the entire Saiyan narrativethe race to which Goku and Vegeta belongs, but also left us with memorable moments, such as Frieza’s brutal death, Gohan’s hidden potential, among others.
As part of the “The Toriyama Archives” section, the Dragon ball website has shared a special illustration starring Goku in Super Saiyan, after having defeated Frieza. AND Not only the drawing is exceptionalbut everything it represents.
When Goku became Super Saiyan for the first time, it was an impressive moment, since he not only changed his appearance and obtained an increase in power, but also his attitude, becoming colder and more aggressive too. In fact, This transformation was promoted by anger that clouded his judgment after seeing his best friend die.
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The first thing we must highlight about the illustration itself is that it comes from a draft of a page entitled “The two wishes”, and that is part of the chapter that concluded the fight between Goku and Freezer. This appeared for the first time in the double number of the 1991 Weekly Shonen Jump.
Although it is true that this drawing was completed, becoming iconic, the illustration in question is a draft of Toriyama which shows us the creative process of the author.
In fact, we can appreciate that Goku has many physical injuries, is even bleeding, but maintains a serious, unwavering look, making it clear that his will is iron and that it is not decimated by pain. On the other hand, in the description of the image we can read what emphasizes facial expressiveness of the Saiyan.
It is important to note that this drawing not only looks epic and is a direct blow to the nostalgia from those who grew up with this arch, but is also a reflection that shows us the way in which the author built the tension through his illustrations. And when you see the draft next to the final version, you can appreciate all the evolution.
Freezer’s terror reign ended in 1991, after Goku defeated him in Namek, humiliating him with his incredible power. At that time, many think it would be the end of Frieza, but this did not happen, since the villain has returned several timesbeing the first to be defeated by trunks of the future and then with a new transformation, Golden Freezer.
And something that many seem to forget is that Frieza was created Pro Toriyama to be the most iconic and definitive villain of the franchise. This is something that can be noted with all its participations and the way in which it has builteven with his most recent form of Black Freezer.
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