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Often considered one of the more forgettable films in theDragon Ball Zfranchise,The Tree of Mightwas certainly entertaining but also lacked some real substance. Marking the first appearance of Turles, Goku’s evil counterpart, this film’s central battle between the two, however, has been a nostalgic favorite for many fans.
Yet it has produced such a minimal impact on the overallDBZnarrative that many viewers question whetherTree of Mightwas just a dream that Goku had on his way to Namek. Its questionable canonicity along with low stakes has placed it in a rather weird position within theDBZuniverse. So how exactly does this 1990s classic movie fall within theDragon Ball’snarrative?
Toriyama hinted thatThe Tree of Mightmovie could just be a dream
There have always been many doubts surroundingThe Tree of Mightmovie, and creatorAkira Toriyama’scertain comments haven’t made things much clearer. However, there was this one time when Toriyama mentioned that the film could just be nothing but a dream that Goku had. Unfortunately, this leaves fans to further question what is real anymore.
This even raises questions like, what if the entirety of Goku’s battle against Turles was all just his head? But there was also a very important statement which was made by Toriyama that gives additional depth to this theory. What if Turles represents the person Goku could have been if he never hit his head?
What ifThe Tree of Mightwas just a symbolic dream that Goku had while preparing for his battles in Namek? It could also be a manifestation of his inner turmoil over accepting his Saiyan heritage. In this case, with the defeat of Turles, Goku defeats the darker aspects of himself and claims his true self.
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This interpretation breathes new meaning into the movie, transforming what would otherwise be a forgettable side story into a deeper exploration of the psyche of Goku in theDragon Balluniverse.
Other facts that support thisDragon BallTheory
Other than his unrelenting optimism and ceaseless quest for strength, there is one equally intrinsic trait that defines Goku: his tendency to foresee others surpassing him!It is a rather questionable quirk, which originally stems from Master Roshi’s sage advice to fuel Goku’s determination. Recognizing that there is always someone stronger lurking beyond the horizon is what drives him to improve.
This mentality explains why Turles, the evil doppelganger of Goku, looks like him. Maybe it was just Goku’s imagination, which originated from Roshi’s wisdom in a dream-like scenario. Also, Turles’ resemblance reminds one that even Goku’s strength has its limits.
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This particular headcanonsomehow blends well with the actual canon eventsof the story and provides insight into the thought process of Goku. Unlike most other interpretations, it does not contradict the already established narrative threads but rather adds depth to our understanding of Goku’s psyche in his heroic journey.
Dragon Ball Z: The Tree of Mightis available to stream onCrunchyroll.
Diganta Mondal
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Diganta Mondal is an avid Content Writer at Fandomwire, specializing in anime and pop culture-related stuff. With over 600 published articles, he boasts his knowledge on this beloved media and strives to connect with fellow anime enthusiasts all across the globe.Despite having a non-journalism educational background, his love for shows like Vinland Saga, Violet Evergarden, and other Naoki Urasawa works constantly inspires him to share informative news, theories, and recommendations on almost all anime genres, aiming to create a shared platform for nerdy discussions.
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