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It seems that the creator of the legendary manga and anime seriesDragon Ball, Akira Toriyama, might have predicted the epic journey of the Straw Hat Pirates from Eiichiro Oda’sOne Pieceyears before the series’ debut. A scene fromDragon Ballfeaturing Master Roshi discussing pirates has recently resurfaced and it has caught fan’s attention.

Goku, Luffy, and Toriko from Episode 99 of Toriko

Eiichiro Oda’s admiration towards Akira Toriyama is not a mystery within the anime and manga community. Oda has often spoken about his respect for Toriyama and howDragon Ballinfluenced his journey as a manga artist.

However, this recently highlighted scene raises the possibility of a deeper connection between these two iconic creators than previously believed, leading to theories about Toriyama’s unintentional foreshadowing of one of the most beloved franchises in anime history.

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In a recent Reddit post, user MINEASTLY initiated a discussion by sharing a video where Master Roshi talks about the allure and adventure associated with pirates to Goku, Krillin, and Bulma.

While telling of treasure hunts, the high seas, and the spirit of adventure that defines pirates, Roshi highlights the very essence of what eventually became known asOne Piece‘s central themes.

Master Roshi from Dragon Ball

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In his remarks, Master Roshi explores the freedom and companionship that symbolize the pirate’s way of life —- themes thatEiichiro Odabrilliantly portrays inOne Piece. This connection has induced a re-evaluation of Toriyama’s work, indicating that the core of the Straw Hat Pirates’ adventures may have been built years beforeOne Piece‘s serialization began in 1997.

The discussion further emerges the possibility of a connection between the two series by speculating thatOne Piece‘sDevil Fruitmight have been a manifestation of someone’s wish from the Dragon of the Gods, Shenron, thousand years ago. In addition to this,One Piece‘s Haki might be an improvised version ofDragon Ball‘s Ki or energy.

One Piece

Due to being a super advanced society with interspace communication along with capsule and space technologies,Dragon Ballmight be interconnected with theOne Pieceuniverse as both verses consist of weird creatures and aliens.

The Impacts and Analysis of this Revelation

This foreshadowing event has sparked a buzz among bothOne PieceandDragon Ballfans. Their reactions have been a blend of nostalgia and excitement. Many fans have shared their thoughts on the discovery of this uncanny prediction, which has caused a stir in the anime and manga communities. While some came up with their own theories regarding this.

Although it is widely known that Dragon Ball had a significant influence on Oda, the possibility that Toriyama also indirectly influencedOne Piece‘s creation adds another color to the history of both series.

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This revelation serves as a reminder of the lasting impact that pioneer authors likeAkira Toriyamahave on the anime industry asOne Piecemoves closer to its potential climax andDragon Ballcontinues to be the foundation of the shounen genre.

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This discovery highlights the two iconic creators’ everlasting legacy. Fans can now look back on Master Roshi’s remarks with a fresh feeling of delight and excitement, knowing that maybe the epic pirate adventure was always written in the stars as they avidly follow the adventures of Straw Hat Pirates.

You can watchDragon BallandOne Pieceon Crunchyroll.

Moumita Chakraborty

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Moumita Chakraborty is a seasoned Anime Writer at FandomWire with over 900 published articles. Passionate about the vibrant world of Japanese anime, she brings sharp analytical skills and cultural insight to every piece. From dissecting intricate plotlines to spotlighting the latest trends and releases, Moumita’s work resonates with both casual fans and seasoned otakus. Her writing aims to connect with fellow anime enthusiasts while contributing meaningfully to the ever-growing anime community.

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