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Publication OverviewFINISHED
Format:Manga
Chapters:520
Volumes:42
First Published:1984
Origin:Japan (Manga)
Reading Commitment
Approx. 60.7 hours
520 chapters (Approx. 7 min per chapter)
MangaFINISHED8.4 / 10
Dragon Ball
ドラゴンボール
Where to Read Officially
Publisher and reader links for this title. Availability varies by region.
Quick answers
- What kind of title is this?
- Manga.
- How many volumes are there?
- 42 volumes are listed.
- How many chapters are there?
- 520 chapters are listed.
- Where can I read it?
- Reading links are listed for MANGA Plus, VIZ, Official Site, Shonen Jump Plus. Check availability in your region.
Synopsis
About Dragon Ball
Dragon Ball follows the adventures of Son Goku from his childhood through adulthood as he trains in martial arts and explores the world in search of the seven mystical orbs known as the Dragon Balls, which can summon a wish-granting dragon when gathered. Along his journey, Goku makes several friends and battles a wide variety of villains, many of whom also seek the Dragon Balls for their own desires. Along the way becoming the strongest warrior in the universe. Part II of Dragon Ball is also known as "Dragon Ball Z" in North America. Note: Includes one extra chapter.
Main Characters
Gokuu Son
main
Bulma
main
Vegeta
main
Piccolo
main
Gohan Son
main
Kuririn
main
Anime Adaptations on Aniphoria
TVADAPTATION
Dragon Ball Z Kai
Track Episodes & Watch Guides →TVADAPTATION
Dragon Ball
Track Episodes & Watch Guides →TVADAPTATION
Dragon Ball Z
Track Episodes & Watch Guides →TVADAPTATION
Dragon Ball Z Kai: The Final Chapters
Track Episodes & Watch Guides →SPECIALADAPTATION
Dragon Ball Z: The History of Trunks
Track Episodes & Watch Guides →Original Creators & Staff
Akira ToriyamaStory & Art
Yuu KondouEditing (1988-1992)
Kazuhiko TorishimaEditing (1984-1988)
Lisa-Marie Pettersen LeiraTranslator (Norwegian, Outland Forlag)