Toyotaro, the artist behind the Dragon Ball Super manga, has given fans a fresh reason to get excited. On March 21, he quietly updated his X (formerly Twitter) bio to say: “Everything is for the return of the series.” While not an official announcement, for a fandom starved of news since the last main chapter dropped two years ago, it feels like a lifeline.
The Dragon Ball Super manga has been on hold since its last main story chapter. A one-shot flashback appeared a year later, but it was more of a farewell than a revival. Official updates on the manga’s future have been silent, even as the anime gears up for a reboot and new projects like Dragon Ball Daima. Toyotaro’s new bio is the first real sign the manga isn’t dead-just resting.
Why This Hits Fans Hard
The manga’s absence has left a void for readers who favor Toriyama’s original storytelling and Toyotaro’s unique take on the universe. While the anime grabs headlines, the manga carved its own path with original arcs like the Moro Arc and the Granolah the Survivor Arc. These storylines pushed Goku and the gang in fresh directions, often ahead of the anime. The last arc ended on a massive cliffhanger, leaving fans waiting for years.
For players and collectors, the uncertainty means no new lore, character designs, or manga-driven merchandise drops. The franchise’s focus has shifted to anime and merch, sidelining manga fans. Toyotaro’s tease is the first sign the manga might return to the spotlight-bringing new stories, power-ups, and maybe even game tie-ins down the road.
Toyotaro’s Role and the Toriyama Legacy
Akira Toriyama’s passing left a creative gap. Toyotaro isn’t Toriyama, but he’s earned respect by starting as a fan manga creator and eventually taking the reins under Toriyama’s guidance. Over time, Toyotaro gained more creative input, shaping the manga’s direction. His ongoing monthly Dragon Ball illustrations for V-Jump and a recent three-page manga for the SH Figuarts history book show he remains deeply invested in the franchise.
Speculation suggests Toyotaro’s bio update could be a personal pledge to revive the manga or a subtle hint that official news is on the horizon. Either way, it signals he hasn’t moved on-and neither should fans.
What’s Next for Dragon Ball Super?
The big question: who carries the Dragon Ball torch now? The anime is moving forward, but the manga’s fate remains uncertain. Rumors swirl about franchise rights and creative direction post-Toriyama, but nothing is confirmed. For now, Toyotaro’s words are all fans have to hold onto.
The bottom line
- Toyotaro’s X bio hints at a possible Dragon Ball Super manga return, but nothing official yet.
- Fans should watch official channels closely-this could be the spark of a real comeback.