The return of the Dragon Ball Super manga has stirred the emotions of fans, especially after the death of Akira Toriyama earlier this month.
The iconic creator of Dragon Ball left behind a profound legacy, including an ongoing manga collaboration with artist Toyotaro. However, following Toriyama's death, the Dragon Ball Super manga is currently on an indefinite hiatus.
Chapter 103 of Dragon Ball Super, released this week, ends with a heartfelt tribute to Toriyama, marking the end of an era. Dragon Ball publisher Shueisha has announced that the series is currently “on pause,” leaving fans waiting for further updates on its return.
Initially, Manga Plus hinted at the return of Dragon Ball Super in May with a new chapter, but this announcement was later retracted.
The uncertainty surrounding Toyotaro's return shows that even Shueisha may be uncertain about the manga's future.
Toriyama and Toyotaro collaborated closely on Dragon Ball Super, with Toyotaro handling the artwork and incorporating additional story elements under Toriyama's guidance.
Toriyama had advised Toyotaro for many years, and his sudden departure certainly left a void. Although the fate of the Dragon Ball Super manga remains uncertain, it has not been completely canceled; rather, it is currently on hiatus as Toyotaro and the Dragon Ball team deal with this loss.
For those unfamiliar with Dragon Ball Super, now is a good time to jump into the manga, which continues the story from the anime, after the Tournament of Power arc. Readers can access the manga through the Shonen Jump or Manga Plus apps.
Here's the official Dragon Ball Super synopsis for those looking for more information:
“After defeating Boo, Goku finds himself increasingly bored with life on Earth. His wife, Chi-chi, urges him to find work, but Goku's passion lies in training and facing formidable enemies.
Meanwhile, the God of Destruction, Beerus, and his servant Whis travel across the universe in search of entertainment and food. When Beerus heard of a legendary figure known as the 'Super Saiyan God', he set his sights on Earth, setting new challenges for Goku and his friends.”