Entity: DRAGON-BALL
Dragon Ball is a Japanese media franchise created by Akira Toriyama in 1984, revolving around magical balls that summon a dragon to grant wishes.
DRAGON-BALL
Etymology
The term 'Dragon Ball' originates from the seven magical balls that characters gather to have their wishes granted.
Definition
Dragon Ball is a Japanese media franchise created by Akira Toriyama in 1984, centered around magical balls that summon a dragon to grant wishes.
Historical Context
Dragon Ball first appeared as a manga series in 1984 and later expanded into anime, movies, video games, and more, becoming a global phenomenon.
Cultural Significance
The franchise has had a significant impact on popular culture, influencing numerous other works and gaining a dedicated fanbase worldwide.
Related Concepts
Dragon Ball Z, Dragon Ball Super, Shenron, Purunga
See Also
A popular Japanese media franchise created by Akira Toriyama in 1984, featuring magical balls that summon a dragon to grant wishes.