But even I know that there would be no One Piece— nor Naruto, nor Bleach — without Dragon Ball.
I love One Piece. But even I know that there would be no One Piece— nor Naruto, nor Bleach — without Dragon Ball. Dragon Ball is the grandaddy of modern shounen, and anyone who enjoys the Big Three or any of the deluge of series inspired by them owes it a debt of gratitude. Have I seen Dragon Ball? No. But I owe it a debt of gratitude.