Dragon Ball Super’s manga was put on a sudden hiatus in March of this year, following the passing of series' author, Akira Toriyama. With the future of the franchise uncertain,Dragon Ball Daimapremiered with a side story separate from the manga’s events. Fans can finally rejoice, however, asDragon Ball Superisfinally set to return with a one-shot manga in the April 2025issue ofV-Jump.
The one-shot seems to feature Trunks and Goten in leading roles, and will presumably take place around theSuper Herosection of the series' overall timeline. Little has been revealed about the new entry, though more information will become available as the release date approaches.The return of the series' monthly release schedule remains uncertain, but a new release of any kind is a good sign for the health ofDragon Ball Super. It is very possible that news regarding a full return will come alongside the Trunks and Goten side story.
Dragon Ball Super’s Manga Finally Returns With an All-New Side Story
Dragon Ball Super’s manga was put on hold in an unfortunate position, having to pauseafter finally finishing its adaptation of theDragon Ball Super: Super Herofilm. With unknown territory ahead and the introduction of the menacing Black Frieza looming over the series, fans' excitement was quickly replaced with grief and sadness over Akira Toriyama’s passing.The future without the series' creator is uncertain, though the release of even a new side story is a good sign forDragon Ball.
Dragon Ball Super Artist Gives Fans First Update on Goten and Trunks in New Art
Toyotarou unveils stunning new artwork of Dragon Ball Super’s Trunks and Goten, showing what they are up to after the Super Hero arc.
Goten and Trunks are largely underutilized charactersthroughoutDragon Ball Super, not only forced to the background during battle, but the two Hybrid Saiyansare practically absent for the majority of the story. A new one-shot is a good opportunity for the now teenagers to reintegrate themselves into important roles, and be useful in a meaningful capacity once more. And there’s a strong possibility that fans will finally be treated to a teenage version of Gotenks.
What Might Be Next for Dragon Ball Super?
A Return Is In Sight for Dragon Ball Super
Though several months have passed without a new entry into theDragon Ball Supermanga, the series has retained its monthly spot inV-Jumpmagazine,suggesting that an eventual return is more likely than not. Now that an all-new entry is confirmed for April 2025, the series resuming publication might not be all too far away.Superwas in the building stages of its next arc when the stoppage initially happened, though all signs seem to point toward Black Frieza in its eventual return.
Goku and Vegeta will have their work cut out for them, as Frieza’s last appearance in the story saw the evil space dictatorone-shotting the series' strongest heroes. Recruiting anewly upgraded Gohan and a work in-progress Broly, reinforcements are available, but more work will need to be done in order to match Black Frieza’s ferocious power.Dragon Ball Superwill finally be returning after a long hiatus in April 2025, and fan won’t want to miss out on the franchise’s first original story since Toriyama’s passing.
