Dragon Ball Super Volume 24 Cover Art Breaks Records

Dragon Ball Super – Dropping New Artwork Breaks Records

Dragon Ball fans are buzzing with excitement and a touch of impatience as the franchise teases its next move. The spotlight? A stunning new cover for Dragon Ball Super Volume 24 that’s shattered fan records overnight, even as supporters plead for the series to return from its hiatus.

Toyotarou Artwork Steals the Show

Revealed during a March 2025 livestream for the Dragon Ball Super Divers arcade game, the Volume 24 cover art packs a punch. Drawn by Toyotarou, Akira Toriyama’s longtime collaborator, it features Ultra Instinct Goku, Ultra Ego Vegeta, Beast Gohan, Orange Piccolo, and Legendary Super Saiyan Broly in their most powerful forms. Fans quickly noticed Toyotarou’s bold, detailed style—a nod to Dragon Ball Z’s gritty action—that sets it apart from Toriyama’s classic approach.

But here’s the kicker: this isn’t just another pretty cover. Fans see it as proof Toyotarou is ready to lead the series forward. With Dragon Ball Super’s recent Chapter 104 one-shot release, the hype for his take on the manga is through the roof.

Why Fans Are Losing Their Minds

The reveal almost slipped under the radar. Shared quietly during a livestream focused on a card game, the artwork only went viral after fan account @/DbsHype posted a blurry screenshot post-stream. Despite the low quality, the image racked up 90K likes and over 1K comments in 24 hours.

“Imagine what this could’ve done in HD,” @/DbsHype tweeted. “If Shueisha [the publisher] gave us a manga comeback and an anime adaptation? We’d be eating good.”

Fans in the comments echoed the sentiment. Many begged for adaptations of fan-favorite manga arcs like the Moro Arc or Granolah Saga. Others compared Toyotarou’s mature, intense style to Dragon Ball Daima’s kid-friendly vibe, calling it a return to DBZ’s golden era.

The Elephant in the Room: When Will Dragon Ball Super Return?

Here’s the catch: Dragon Ball Super’s future is still up in the air. After a year-long break, February 2025’s Chapter 104 one-shot left fans hanging—with no confirmation of regular monthly chapters resuming. With Dragon Ball Daima wrapped up, the franchise is stuck in a content drought (aside from video game updates).

What’s Next for Goku and the Gang?

For now, fans can dive into the existing Dragon Ball Super manga digitally via Viz Media or the Manga Plus app. The story picks up after Goku’s victory over Buu, with everyone’s favorite Saiyan itching for a new challenge. Meanwhile, the God of Destruction Beerus and his sidekick Whis scour the universe for fun—and food—setting the stage for chaos.

Why This Matters

Toyotarou’s artwork isn’t just a pretty picture—it’s a rallying cry. Fans are starving for the series to return with the same grit and heart that made Dragon Ball Z iconic. Will the publishers listen? Only time will tell. But one thing’s clear: the Dragon Ball flame burns brighter than ever.

Where to Read: Catch Dragon Ball Super on Viz Media or Manga Plus.