Brief Summary
This video breaks down Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero episode 7, "Collar," highlighting references to Toriyama's lore and discussing the episode's key events. The episode reveals new information about the demon realm, including the origin of the collars used to suppress its inhabitants, the nature of the kachin metal they're made of, and the history of Dr. Hedo's involvement with the demon realm. The episode also introduces new characters, including a hacker named Peral who helps the heroes navigate the demon realm, and sets up the upcoming fight between Goku and Tagami 3, the guardian of the three-star demon realm Dragon Ball.
- The episode reveals new lore about the demon realm, including the origin of the collars used to suppress its inhabitants and the history of Dr. Hedo's involvement.
- The episode introduces new characters, including a hacker named Peral who helps the heroes navigate the demon realm.
- The episode sets up the upcoming fight between Goku and Tagami 3, the guardian of the three-star demon realm Dragon Ball.
Intro: Episode 7 Breakdown
The video begins with a discussion of the new characters introduced in the opening sequence of Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero. The narrator highlights the inclusion of characters from the third Demon World, suggesting that the story will soon move to Demon World 2 to obtain the next demonic Dragon Ball. The narrator also expresses curiosity about the mysterious character with a sword, who appears to be a Dragon Quest-inspired design.
Collar: Pansy's Suppression
The episode's title, "Collar," refers to the device worn by Pansy, a princess from the third Demon World. The collar is used to suppress the citizens of the Demon World and acts as a tracking device for the G.M.A. forces. The narrator draws a parallel between the collars and those used in the X-Men universe to suppress mutant powers, noting that the concept of using collars to suppress individuals is not new. The episode reveals that the collars are made of kachin metal, a rare and powerful material that can only be found on the Supreme Kai's home world, Planet Kaien. This metal is also used in Gohan's Z Sword, which was broken during his training. The narrator explains that the pun in the name "kachin" is that it means "hard" in Japanese, referring to the metal's durability. The episode also reveals that Dr. Hedo, the creator of the androids, was involved in the development of the collars during the reign of the demon king, Dorra.
Muku Dumplings: Emergency Rations
The episode introduces a new type of food called muku dumplings, which are described as emergency rations that provide the equivalent of two meals in one. The narrator compares them to senzu beans, which are known for their healing properties and ability to satisfy hunger for ten days. However, the muku dumplings seem to lack the healing properties of senzu beans.
Goku's Fatherhood: A Controversial Topic
The episode sparks a debate about Goku's fatherhood when Pansy questions how he managed to raise a child while being an adult. Goku's response, "I wasn't really involved," is likely to cause controversy among fans. The narrator references a previous video he made on the topic of Goku's fatherhood, where he used information from the manga and anime to provide his own perspective.
G.M.A. Pursuit: Goku as a Fugitive
The G.M.A. forces, the military police of the demon realm, pursue Goku and his companions due to the tracking collars. The narrator draws a parallel between this situation and Goku's status as a fugitive in Dragon Ball GT. Pansy reveals that everyone in the third Demon World, including royalty, wears a magic collar. The episode highlights a cool moment where Glorio uses his lightning power to disable one of the G.M.A. ships.
New Weapons and Technology: Star Wars Influences
The episode showcases new weapons and technology, including blasters on the G.M.A. ships, which are similar to those seen in Star Wars. The narrator emphasizes that these weapons are not ordinary, as they are capable of harming or even killing the Supreme Kai and the demons. The episode also features more examples of Force-like powers, with Glorio using Force lightning and Shin using Force push. The narrator notes that telekinesis is not a new concept in Dragon Ball, but the way it is depicted in this episode is reminiscent of Star Wars.
Pansy's New Weapon: Disabling Communicators
Pansy reveals a new weapon that can disable the communicators of the G.M.A. forces, preventing them from contacting their headquarters. This allows the heroes to operate under the radar and avoid constant pursuit. The narrator emphasizes the importance of destroying the collars so that the heroes can proceed with their mission.
Shin's True Name: A New Revelation
The episode reveals that the Supreme Kai's true name is Nah, a name he used in the demon realm. The narrator explains that Shin was a name he adopted in the outside world, possibly even choosing it himself. This information is a new revelation that has never been revealed before in Dragon Ball. The narrator also raises questions about whether other Supreme Kais have different names and whether the names of the Kais who were killed by Majin Buu will ever be revealed.
Goku's New Ship: Twice as Fast
After their encounter with the G.M.A. forces, Goku and his companions acquire a new ship that is twice as fast as any they've had before. The narrator hopes that this will accelerate the plot, as this is the third ship they've used in their demon realm adventure.
Tagami 3: The Guardian of the Three-Star Dragon Ball
The episode confirms that the name of the guardian of the three-star demon realm Dragon Ball is Tagami 3. The narrator explains that there is one Tagami per Demon World, and that after defeating Tagami 3, the heroes will likely move on to Demon World 2 and then Demon World 1 to obtain the remaining two Dragon Balls. The narrator also notes that Goku is excited about the fight with Tagami 3, as he enjoys strong opponents.
Goku vs. Tagami 3: A Martial Arts Showdown
The episode reveals that Goku does not need to kill Tagami 3 to obtain the Dragon Ball. Instead, he must defeat him in a one-on-one fight. The narrator explains that this is similar to the martial arts honor system in Dragon Ball, where the victor receives the spoils. The episode also reveals that the last time someone challenged Tagami 3 was 20 years ago, during the time of DBZ. The narrator expresses curiosity about the identity of this previous challenger, who was killed by Tagami 3. The episode concludes with Goku challenging Tagami 3 to a fight for the Dragon Ball, setting up the next episode's action-packed showdown.
Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero: A Short Series
The narrator discusses the pacing of Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero, noting that it is a short series with only 20 episodes. He explains that the series was originally planned as a miniseries for streaming, but Fuji TV acquired the rights and it is now airing on Japanese television. The narrator expresses his desire for the action to move forward quickly, as there is still much story left to be told. He concludes by expressing his excitement for the upcoming fight between Goku and Tagami 3.
