Key Takeaways:
– One Piece author Eiichiro Oda lauds Dragon Ball’s Akira Toriyama’s skill in drawing.
– Oda picked out the unusual detail of well-drawn armpits and hands in Toriyama’s manga.
– Despite Toriyama’s self-professed regret of not studying muscle models, Oda insists that the muscles in Dragon Ball are perfect.
Surprising Praises that Left Akira Toriyama Stunned
During an interview between Eiichiro Oda, created of One Piece, and Akira Toriyama, creator of Dragon Ball, a peculiar admiration unfolded. Oda, who was visibly thrilled about interacting with Toriyama, lavished praises that were unique, to say the least.
Where most fans would focus on Toriyama’s storytelling or character development, Oda commended him for his distinctive talent of drawing armpits and hands. This was especially in reference to the Dragon Ball character Ranfan, whose armpit was artfully portrayed in a scene where she disrobed. Oda also expressed his awe of Toriyama’s depiction of Tao Pai Pai’s hands, a character from the Commander Red Saga of Dragon Ball.
Admiration Outweighs Obsession
Oda’s enchantment with Toriyama’s manga eclipsed his obsession with Disney cartoons. He confessed that his first encounter with Toriyama’s manga was during Dragon Ball’s second chapter. It turned out to be an immediate hit for Oda, who even went as far as considering Toriyama’s artwork superior to Disney cartoons.
This fascination led Oda to draw attention to Toriyama’s skill of artfully creating characters, finding a unique admiration in his depiction of armpits and hands.
Minor Characters, Major Fascination
Oda’s memory was so astute that he even remembered the minor characters from Dragon Ball. He raved about his love for drawing Tao Pai Pai’s hands, a major antagonist in the Commander Red Saga. Despite Tao Pai Pai being a lesser-known character that even the hardcore Dragon Ball fans might struggle to remember, Oda did not. His admiration for Toriyama’s art extended to these smaller details that casual readers might miss.
Dragon Ball’s Muscles: Realistic or Exaggerated?
Toriyama, during the interview, expressed regret for never studying muscle models while he was working on Dragon Ball. He felt that his depiction of muscles focused more on looks rather than accuracy.
However, Oda had a different opinion. He thought that the muscles in Dragon Ball were perfect. His admiration also extended to the muscular women in the series, whom he considered gave a sexy appeal.
Conclusion
This friendly banter between two legendary manga creators offers a fascinating glimpse into their mutual respect and love for each other’s work. Despite focusing on unique and perhaps overlooked aspects of each other’s artistry, it is evident that these aspects hold a special place in their hearts.
You can catch One Piece and Dragon Ball on Viz Media and view the animated series on Crunchyroll. Will Oda’s unique appreciation of Toriyama’s work influence his own in the future? It will be interesting to see.
The interview uncovered hidden aspects of two of the most loved mangakas, proving that even in an industry full of diverse talents, there’s always something distinctive in a way an artist tends to his craft, in this case, drawing armpits and hands!
