The Dragon Ball series has had an enormous bear upon on anime and pop culture in general. One of the longest-running and well-nigh successful mangas and animes of all time, we're nevertheless getting new Dragon Ball stories with things like Dragon Ball Super and the Dragon Ball FighterZ game that was released in January. There take been countless renditions of Dragon Ball narratives throughout the years, through manga, anime, video games, and even that hilariously misguided live-activity feature motion picture. Since its emergence onto the global phase of popular civilization, the due east fan community has blossomed into 1 of the almost widespread groups in the world and online.

An inevitable and engaging side effect of this community's massive growth has been the burgeoning supply of beautiful fan fine art! And so many incredibly talented artists populate the commonage of Dragon Brawl lovers, there'southward just so much captivating stuff out there. Whether you started with the original manga, or you're new to the Dragon Ball universe, if you're a fan then you'll appreciate some of the incredible fan fine art this community has produced.

Throughout it all, nosotros can find depictions of memorable battles from the series, our favourite characters living out "normal" lives, just sometimes more than outlandish and provocative renderings of classic Dragon Ball characters. Featured prominently in the fan art community is an abundance of fantastic Bulma fan pieces, as well every bit a vast array of Android 18. What we have hither is a collection of some of the more than unseemly and thought-provoking pieces plant online.

25 Bulma American Comic Edition

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A very modernistic take on the classic pinup format, this pic might have been the moving-picture show Vegeta kept with him while on some dangerous mission to some other world. Those bandages might expect purely aesthetic, merely they as well say "I'chiliad a warrior princess," a good fit for the lover of the Proud Prince of the Saiyans. Bulma has always been a powerful woman (you'd have to be to be a friction match for Vegeta), and here she is holding one of the seven most powerful objects in the universe, with a expect of "You desire it? Come and go it." Covered in dirt and sweat, this reminds us of the classic Dragon Ball Bulma, being the brilliant scientist and engineer that she always has been.

24 Nonchalant Android eighteen

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xviii again with her typical demeanor. Leaning so casually against a brick wall, she does appear rather inviting here. It'due south similar we've defenseless a glimpse into her more "human" side, ane that gazes playfully and draws you in. This moment seems more than akin to more than-than-friendly post-high school alley-side chat that your usual Dragon Brawl scene. But that'south one thing fan art is actually good at, taking these marvelous super-powered characters and placing them in more relatable, intimate environments. The artist'south done a really nice job with the calorie-free and shadow, and at that place's fifty-fifty the sparkle from her earring. Though her jean-jacket is ripped I'd say that's more of the "look" in this case than testify of a recent battle.

23 Majin Android 21 Enters The Band

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"Fourth dimension for some other delightful chase!"

This twelvemonth's release of Dragon Brawl FighterZ saw the inclusion of a brand new graphic symbol designed by Akira Toriyama, Android 21. This hyper-smart scientist is featured equally the main antagonist of the game. Her intellect challenges fifty-fifty Dr. Gero'south, and she functions as the de facto leader of the Red Ribbon Army. Her arrival has, of course, prompted a whole new slew of fan art and fan theories. In her true form, she most resembles a Majin, this is considering she is a hybrid race, combining traits from all the Z Fighters, Frieza, Jail cell, and Majin Buu into ane. In that location'southward been loads of female Buu fan art over the years, but it's great to see a Majin woman designed by Toriyama himself.

22 Realistic Super Saiyan 3 Goku

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Darn those abs though!

Aside from epic battle scenes, we also oft see our favourite Dragon Ball characters depicted doing normal man things, equally a neat juxtaposition. But what about Goku in Super Saiyan 3 course, looking hyper-realistic? Well y'all got it! Leemarej's DeviantArt gallery is stark full of both hyper-realistic fan art and wacky, skewed, drawing-like stuff. With Goku here, there'due south something slightly jarring virtually seeing what a "existent-life" Super Saiyan 3 really looks like. Merely in a fascinating can't-have-your-eyes-off-information technology kind of fashion. I mean, look at him, darn those abs! I remember always giggling at the Super Saiyan's absurdly jutting neck muscles, so I'm glad that'southward still intact here. The pilus and the classic ripped pants actually sells this ane though, Leemarej's piece of work is highly praise-worthy.

21 Bulma and Vegeta On A Walk

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One of the most infamous couples in Dragon Brawl lore. Bulma and Vegeta's union may have initially surprised many of united states of america, but without it, nosotros wouldn't have our dearest Trunks, let alone Gotenks, the Hero of Justice! There'due south something strangely alluring about seeing our favourite fantastical characters depicted realistically amid mundane, everyday tasks. It puts us on their level like we do the things they do. Similar taking a peaceful walk. This is Bulma and Vegeta'due south real-earth romantic past we never saw. I can hear Vegeta reminiscing about it now: "She looked and so beautiful on that walk..." Well, he never did seem similar the reminiscing type anyway.

20 Launch

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"The answer is correct under your nose!"

Don't make her sneeze! Launch (or Luncheon from the manga) is one of the wackier grapheme types we've seen in Dragon Ball, the type that's a sneeze abroad from a whole other person! Plus there's ordinarily a convenient auto gun that seems to appear out of thin air when she becomes blonde and scary. Whether in her "good" or "bad" country, Launch is oft seen looking super cool on her motorcycle. Launch holds within her an innate foil for her own self, since her blue-haired innocent side is the perfect inversion of her tough and uncompromising bad side.

xix Caulifla's Transformation

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It'southward all because they ate their vegetables.

With the Dragon Ball Super saga, nosotros've seen the emergence of many new characters, non least of which is the Saiyan Caulifla from Universe 6. What makes her special is that she is i of the only female Saiyans nosotros've seen attain the Super Saiyan transformation (forth with Kale and their fusion character, Kefla). The Dragon Ball universe(s) are patently filled with loads of super-powerful characters, only information technology's refreshing to finally run into women depicted having access to Super Saiyan powers. But how do they reach their potential, and get and then stiff? Could it have annihilation to do with their veggie-based monikers? Well, if it's annihilation like what my parents told me, eat your vegetables.

18 I Down, Six To Become

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There actually is quite an abundance of awesome Bulma fan art, and chubymi is merely one of the multitude of talented contributors. If you're a fan of the anime fine art mode, and peculiarly Final Fantasy style fine art, definitely check out chubymi's DeviantArt Gallery, it's brimming with incredibly gorgeous stuff. I love how he got Bulma'south eyes to shine then nicely. I'g no artist, merely I'chiliad certainly an appreciator. Luckily for us, chubymi uploaded a step-by-stride video showing how he did it, so we tin catch a catch a glimpse into the artistry backside this one. Once more with this piece, we're brought back to the early days of the Bulma and Goku Dragon Brawl hunting adventures, full of wonder and excitement!

17 Lazuli, Oh My

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eighteen'south a super-powered supermodel of a woman. Perhaps it's her somewhat cold exterior and hard-to-go aura that makes her such a popular discipline in the fan art community. This is one of the more provocative depictions of her, but even so with that stoic seriousness in her gaze. Lazuli certainly is did become a muscly woman, especially mail-Dr. Gero experiments as far as we can tell. It'southward nice to see fan depictions bring out 18's pilus in more than lively ways, though her hardened straight blonde ingather is what really sets her apart in the manga and in the anime. Plus the jacket and skirt really bring out those cold, piercing optics.

16 Don't Mess With Bulma

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In a world where slews of super-powered aliens run amok, you have to claim your ain place, your ain opinion, your own power. Bulma is i of the most prominent, favoured characters in Dragon Ball, which has led to her being featured extensively in fan fine art across the internet. With that distinct teal hair, the gleam of sweat on skin, the don't-mess-with-me attitude, and the shotgun, this here is the version of Bulma that Dragon Ball fan art thrives on. Her eyes say it all: "I'grand not agape of you" is the most nonchalant, blazé manner. This piece is but ane of Daekai's many gems from his DeviantArt gallery, he has plenty of gorgeous fan arts from many series.

15 Coy Scientist

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"This isn't even my terminal form!"

Some other Android 21 piece, in her "natural habitat," existence the brilliant scientist that she is. Concocting some terrible scheme no dubiety, though she'll yet lure us in with that devious stare. Similar so many great fan art pieces, this 1 brings this character to life in a real-looking mode, still withal keeps her distinct qualities (the blueish optics, the auburn hair, the aureate ring, the checkered wearing apparel, the hoop earrings). Don't allow her gaze fool you though! If Dragon Ball FighterZ has taught usa anything, it's that her fearsome Majin form could be moments away. Still, it'southward a cute rendering of a fresh new grapheme out of ane of the most celebrated series of all time.

xiv Android 18 Ready For Gainsay

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Lazuli (Andoird 18's proper noun before Dr. Gero'south experiments) never fails to print. Amidst the flares, the beams, the Kamehamehas, she is e'er ready for battle. The ripped clothes with the confident stare requite her that iconic border. She's been one of the most featured characters in Dragon Ball's fan community. Her cool and nerveless manner coupled with her sly and sarcastic commentary give her that special amuse. And of course, she's a pretty nice looking robot. Lucky Krillin. Remember when she spared his life, offering a kiss on the cheek instead? When their bond was solidified she became cemented as a core member of the Z Fighters, and she'due south been featured in amazing fan fine art then much since!

13 Videl Getting Comfy

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Videl is by no ways a graphic symbol to miss, or to underestimate. At age eleven she had already won the World Martial Arts Tournament's Inferior division and was likely even stronger than her father, Mr. Satan. She's 1 of the all-time human martial artists ever to have lived. And let's not forget her being the mother of Pan, one of the serial' nearly charming and confident immature characters. Merely even fighters to relax sometimes. Videl likely with a quiet dark in with Gohan. This piece captures that intimate moment, when you can shed your fretfulness and just be yourself. It feels like we really encounter the true Videl here. But await, does that make us, the viewer, Gohan? Screw this dissonance, I'm a freakin' Saiyan!

12 Motorized Launch Hunt Scene

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Another classic original Dragon Ball scene, Launch'due south beginning appearance. Nosotros've got blonde Launch in the midst of the activeness, trying to throw those cops off her tail. And at that place's Goku and Krillin riding the iconic nimbus deject up height, almost to jump in and save her from ... justice? Master Roshi obviously got more than he bargained for when Goku and Krillin bring her to him, in one case an enraged machine gun set on becomes only a sneeze abroad! Launch is an interesting graphic symbol, since she begs the question, can Good Launch exist blamed for Bad Launch's actions? In any case, this piece totally captures that beautiful, heat-of-the-action, high-speed action shot that tells a whole story on its own. In that location are lots going on simply it'southward nicely contained within a good composition and arrangement of colours.

xi Fiercely Combat-Fix

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Another keen Bulma piece, with a 3D "real" advent, but staying true to the anime style with those giant vibrant eyes. It's clear that Bulma is a huge fan favourite for fan art depictions. Bulma's innocent smile reminds u.s.a. of the playfulness of Dragon Ball. It reminds united states of america that fifty-fifty in the face of cracking danger, it doesn't e'er accept to be all screams and beams. Because nosotros (the audience) are here to have fun, and it'south as if Bulma secretly knows that. That'southward right she breaks correct through the fourth wall with those eyes! Angelcanohn's gallery is full of neat stuff. Though it's not exclusively Dragon Ball, he's got tons of swell fan fine art of diverse characters, all of the same caliber equally this one.

ten Why Don't Y'all Stay A While?

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Another enticing 18 feature. Bulma and eighteen do seem to take the block as far every bit favourite subjects of Dragon Brawl fan fine art goes. A quick online search which reveals they are two of the most prominently featured in fan fine art across the board. One of the primary differences being the respective and distinctive aura of their characters. Bulma's fan art depictions tend to lean more towards an air of innocent, childlike playfulness and fun, whereas 18'southward generally evoke more than of a coy and alluring amuse. It's largely truthful of their characters, and fan fine art has taken it to new premises. 18's ever so slight smiling provokes the thought "So what if I'm an android? Y'all know you lot'd rather stay."

9 Out For A Stroll

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Videl out for a stroll in the urban center. Since nosotros see her brusk-cropped hair, this must be after she's begun training with Gohan, learning how to fly and create energy. Also subsequently she basically blackmails Gohan. Though the term had non withal been coined this early on in Dragon Brawl history, Videl is now sometimes referred to as a classic "tsundere" character. (Of form, no one could elevation Vegeta in this role). For those non familiar, tsundere is a Japanese term derived from "tsun tsun" (meaning outwardly cold and morose) and "dere dere" (meaning loving and appreciating). The tsundere character has been seen in many anime series, and Videl fits the mold, at least in regards to her relationship with Gohan. She is initially very confrontational and ill-tempered towards him, but slowly opens up and shows her vulnerable side. In this piece, we catch a glimpse of that prime state of Videl's "tsun tsun" fierceness.

8 Engineer Bulma

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This i brings u.s.a. back to Bulma'south roots, to Dragon Ball "vanilla". She's the longest standing female character of the series, and she's essentially the serial' longest-standing character after Goku. I'll never forget falling in honey with the manga when I was young, and kickoff seeing Bulma and Goku go friends. Though Bulma isn't every bit dominantly combative as almost other characters, her gadgets set her autonomously from the get-go. Being the daughter of the brilliant scientist Dr. Brief, founder of Sheathing Corporation, her amazing technology, and her shrewd savviness were a huge function of the draw of the original serial. I hateful, capsules!? The idea of that alone made this universe one I wanted to explore immensely and immediately.

7 Realistic Super Saiyan 4 Goku

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His ability level ... information technology's over 9000!!!

Another of leemarej's, considering why not take it to the next level? The artist calls this one "semi-realistic," perhaps because of the Goku's fluffy Saiyan fur, or mayhap the giant muscles are the tiniest fleck over the meridian. Again it'due south that jarring but fascinating aesthetic. We know it's our beloved cartoonish two dimensional Goku, but information technology'southward so grounded in a existent-looking human shape that it'due south simply tad mind-bending. There is i thing Goku's missing though, and that'south a tail. Out of all of Dragon Ball's anthropomorphic fauna characters, you have to acknowledge the Saiyans are the coolest. The alien ape within them ever lies dormant inside, and for true Saiyans will always discover its way out. At to the lowest degree, in a mail-Goku earth they ever practise.

6 Real-Life Bulma

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Another realism-focused slice, again with Bulma classic look, on her motorbike with some Capsule tech ready to go. That wait, the Dragon Radar, plus her blue hair are the distinctive characteristics that give away that information technology's definitely Bulma. Though the nametag on her uniform helps. In any instance, simply like the hyper-real Goku, it's merely a tad unnerving to see the beloved cartoonish Bulma looking like a legitimately real human being. Although rather than the absurd-looking abs, Bulma really does look real. Her cartoonish smiling has been nicely captured as a recognizable human expression. Plus the colours, the light and shadow, the attention to detail, y'all take to acknowledge it's a stunning piece. And the Dragon Ball earring is a squeamish touch.

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