This is the latest tribute to the memory of Akira Toriyama

A special short has been revealed as a tribute to the work of Akira Toriyama and his memory

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2024 is being a bittersweet year for the Dragon Ball franchise. And although there are many projects scheduled, such as the premiere of Dragon Ball Daima, or the release of the long-awaited video game Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZEROwhich suggests that the brand has a bright future ahead of it; we have also had tragic news, such as the unfortunate death of Akira Toriyama, the father of this and other interesting works.

The news of Akira Toriyama's passing reverberated around the world and billions of people took to social media not only to express their sadness, feeling of sadness and loss they hadbut also to share their tributes to the work of this good man.

Since then, we have been seeing many homages and tributes to Toriyama, but recently, A tribute video to the mangaka has been released that is so emotional which will surely bring a few tears to your eyes. Below, we will tell you the details.

'AKIRA No.1: A Farewell to the Godfather of Manga' is the special tribute to the creator of Dragon Ball

Akira Toriyama is remembered through this beautiful tribute in the form of an animated short

Akira Toriyama's death was a very tragic news that echoed throughout the world. All the fans who have grown up and followed the work of the mangaka went to social networks to share their condolences, but also reminisce a little about how the Dragon Ball franchise has been present in their lives since childhood.

It is no secret that Toriyama's work has also inspired many other mangakaswho have openly stated it. That is why we have seen special tributes in his memory, such as the tribute from the creator of Slam Dunk, for example, or even the tribute from the animated series My Adventures with Superman.

However, recently, a special short has been shared as a tribute to Akira Toriyama, titled 'AKIRA NO.1: A Farewell to the Godfather of Manga', which can be translated as 'A farewell to the godfather of manga'. This already He tells us that this is a very emotional video and that will surely make you shed a tear.

In this tribute video we can see Goku playing a little with Akira Toriyama, the Saiyan has some chopsticks to eat, while the mangaka has his brush with which, later, start drawing on a canvasIt is important to note that all of this takes place on the mythical Serpent's Path, in the Other World.

Afterwards, we can see how the Saiyan gets up from the table and, looking towards the sunset, tells Akira with his eyes that it is time to leave. They both shake hands and They disappear using Goku's teleportationBut the short doesn't end here, as the special message continues from the New Challenger Productions animation team as they draw some sketches.

There is no denying that these words in memory of Akira Toriyama are extremely powerful and emotional, as they not only recognize the great work and talent of the mangaka, but also takes the opportunity to show that his work will be eternal. and will live with us all, as will his teachings and the values ​​he instilled in his franchise.

This animated short represents a nice tribute to Akira Toriyama

Furthermore, the short continues with very beautiful words in which, referring to the series, he states that wherever Toriyama is in the Other World, The Ki of all of us who grew up with his work will accompany him. In the end, he thanks for all the inspiration and this eternal journey that the franchise has been and will be. And finally, Akira is recognized as number 1.

Something quite emotional and interesting is that the person who is narrating this whole message is Jordan Woollen, the voice actor of Vegeta in the LEGEND – A Dragon Ball Tale video. Definitely, The result has been a very special and exciting short film. to all the fans who have accompanied this franchise. And, it is also worth noting that Dragon Ball and Toriyama's work will live with us forever.

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