Akira Toriyama Dragon Ball started as a simple adventure, but decades of sequels, spin-offs, and retcons have tangled its timeline into a messy knot. The latest twist? Dragon Ball DAIMA ending left fans scratching their heads not because it was bad, but because it blatantly ignored Dragon Ball Super’s established story.
For years, the franchise squeezed new stories into tight time gaps (like Dragon Ball Super’s placement between Z finale and the World Martial Arts Tournament). But DAIMA’s finale introduced plot holes even a Senzu Bean couldn’t fix. Why does Goku’s power level clash with Super’s timeline? Where are Beerus and Whis during key events? Fans are split: some call it lazy writing, others see genius—a hint that Dragon Ball is ready to ditch a single timeline and leap into a multiverse.
Why Dragon Ball Timelines No Longer Make Sense
Let’s face it: Dragon Ball canon is a mess. Z, GT, Super, and now DAIMA all exist in conflicting timelines. DAIMA producers insist it’s canon, but how? The series crams itself between Z’s Buu saga and Super’s start, yet characters’ powers and transformations don’t line up. Even a simple fix—like Neva’s memory wipe—was ignored, leaving fans to wonder: Is this intentional?
Why Dragon Ball Timelines No Longer Make Sense
The answer might lie in Dragon Ball Heroes, a non-canon game where alternate universes collide. If Super adopts this model, every series (GT, Heroes, even movies) could coexist in parallel worlds. No more arguing about “true canon”—just endless possibilities.
Multiverse = Epic New Fusions & Battles We NEED to See
Imagine Ultra Instinct Goku teaming up with GT’s Super Saiyan 4 Vegeta. Or DAIMA Goku sparring with Super’s version in the Hyperbolic Time Chamber. A multiverse wouldn’t just fix plot holes—it’d unleash transformations and fusions fans have dreamed of for years.
Multiverse = Epic New Fusions & Battles We NEED to See
- Gogeta vs. Gogeta: Super Saiyan Blue vs. Super Saiyan 4 who wins?
- Vegito Across Timelines: What if Z’s Vegito met Super’s?
- Broly Unleashed: Multiple Brolys from different universes going berserk.
Even small interactions, like Future Trunks mentoring DAIMA Trunks, could add depth. The best part? No more power-level headaches. Each timeline’s rules apply to its universe.
A Multiverse Could Save Dragon Ball Legacy
Let’s be real: Dragon Ball timeline debates are exhausting. New fans struggle to follow, while veterans argue over which series “counts.” A multiverse would fix this overnight. GT’s bold ideas, Heroes’ wild crossovers, and DAIMA’s nostalgia could coexist without clashing.
A Multiverse Could Save Dragon Ball’s Legacy
Plus, with Akira Toriyama’s passing, the franchise needs a fresh direction. Embracing a multiverse honors his legacy while letting new creators explore without constraints. Imagine Dragon Ball Super adapting Heroes’ Demigra or Towa as canon villains—or a “Space-Time Tournament” where every Goku and Vegeta variant competes.
The Best Part? Dragon Ball Already Teased This
Dragon Ball isn’t new to alternate realities. Super’s “Future” Trunks Saga, Xenoverse’s Time Patrol, and Heroes’ chaotic mashups laid the groundwork. Even the upcoming Daima manga could pivot to link these threads.
- Fan Service Done Right: Bring back loved characters (like GT’s Pan) without retcons.
- Endless Stories: Explore darker timelines, happier endings, or wild “what-ifs.”
- Unite the Fandom: No more “canon vs. filler” fights—everything’s valid.
Dragon Ball DAIMA’s confusing ending isn’t a mistake—it’s a clue. The franchise is outgrowing its single timeline, and a multiverse is the perfect fix. By embracing parallel worlds, Dragon Ball can honor its past, empower new stories, and finally let fans enjoy every iteration without guilt.
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