Dragon Ball fans, rejoice! After decades of playing second fiddle, Piccolo is finally stepping into the limelight. With the Dragon Ball Daima finale dropping on February 28, the series is poised to tackle one of the franchisenoldest gripes: Piccolo untapped potential. While Vegeta Super Saiyan 3 flex and Goku’s Super Saiyan 4 throwback stole headlines, Daima deeper dive into Namekian lore has set the stage for Piccolo to shine. But will it be enough?
The Setup: Why Piccolo Needs This Win
Let’s rewind. Dragon Ball Daima recent episodes peeled back the curtain on the Namekians tragic history, linking them to the Demon Realm through Neva’s revelations. Fans expected Piccolo the series most iconic Namekian to get a lore-packed arc. Instead, he’s been sidelined… until now.
Piccolo Redemption Arc? Dragon Ball Daima Finale Steps Up
In Episode 19, Vegeta Super Saiyan 3 power nearly topples Demon King Gomah. But there’s a catch: Gomah third-eye artifact grants him infinite stamina and healing. Enter Dr. Arinsu plan: smash the artifact on Gomah weak spot (the back of his head). And who better for the job than Piccolo?
Piccolo’s Big Break: Taking Down Gomah
With Vegeta benched (thanks, Bulma!) and Goku playing decoy, Piccolo stealth and strength make him the MVP here. This isn’t just about winning it’s about giving Piccolo the respect he’s owed. As the Z Warriors third-strongest fighter, his role here feels earned. But let’s be real: fans wanted more.
The Missed Opportunity: Piccolo’s Untapped Past
Daima teased a golden chance to explore Piccolo roots. Neva’s backstory hinted at the “Nameless Namekian,” Piccolo original form. Imagine unlocking hidden magic powers or Orange Piccolo 2.0! Instead, the series glossed over it. Sure, Piccolo beating Gomah is cool, but where’s the growth?
Hope Isn’t Lost: What the Finale Could Still Do
Here’s the silver lining: Neva could pull a last-minute power-up for Piccolo. Remember how he helped Goku unlock Super Saiyan 4? A boost for Piccolo maybe even reigniting Orange Piccolo would be chef’s kiss. It’s not character development, but it’s a start.
Final Takeaway: A Step Forward, But Not the Leap Fans Wanted
Dragon Ball Daima finale finally lets Piccolo flex his muscles. But defeating Gomah feels like a band-aid for a deeper issue: Piccolo’s stagnant character arc. While his hero moment is satisfying, longtime fans deserved a deeper dive into his Namekian legacy.
Will future arcs fix this? Only time (and Toriyama team) will tell. For now, let’s celebrate Piccolo overdue spotlight and cross our fingers for more.
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