Dragon Ball: Yo! Son Goku and His Friends Return!!
Following the defeat of Majin Buu, Son Goku and friends travel to Mr. Satan's newly-opened hotel for an all-you-can-eat banquet, when they are paid a visit by Vegeta's younger brother Tarble. They are informed by Tarble that the terrible brother duo of Abo and Cado have terrorized his planet and are on their way to Earth.
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Plot Summary
Set during the ten-year timeskip after the battle with Majin Buu, the Earth enjoys a period of peace. Gohan and Videl are living together, and Goten is graduating high school. Suddenly, a Saiyan named Tarble, Goku's younger brother, arrives on Earth with his wife Gure. Tarble reveals that two powerful Saiyan warriors, Abo and Kado, have arrived to conquer Planet Mingle, and he has come to Earth seeking his brother's help. Goku and his friends must band together to protect the innocent and defeat these new Saiyan threats.
Critical Reception
This special OVA episode was released to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Weekly Shonen Jump manga. It was generally well-received by fans as a nostalgic return to the Dragon Ball Z universe, offering a lighthearted adventure that recaptured the spirit of the original series. While not a major critical release, it was appreciated for its fan service and engaging, albeit simple, plot.
What Reviewers Say
- A fun, short adventure that brings back beloved characters.
- Appeals to long-time fans with its classic Dragon Ball humor and action.
- A lighthearted and nostalgic entry for the Dragon Ball franchise.
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Fun Fact
This OVA is considered a spiritual successor to the original Dragon Ball Z TV special 'Dragon Ball Z: The World's Strongest (1990)' in that it features a collection of the Z-Fighters, excluding Goku and Vegeta initially, dealing with a threat.
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