It was a cloudy week even the weather was mourning him. I really woke up this morning and remembered... "Oh, so he's really gone..." The day doesn't feel the same.
I’ve never cried this much over the course of 24 hours than now. Akira Toriyama truly changed my life & I am so glad I stumbled across dragon ball. Rest in Paradise Toriyama
It's amazing to see the entire internet come together to collectively celebrate Toriyama's work. Truly a one in a trillion individual who touched millions of lives. Rest in power Legend.
To be completely honest, without dragonball i wouldnt know where i would be. Akira Toriyama's stories inspired me as a kid as mundane as life had been to stay fit and face your fears and face challenges going through life and now i have a pretty great life. Thank you Akira Toriyama.
His passing didn't feel real at first. He has such an impact on our childhood that I began to think, "guys like him gotta be here at least 100 years." As a kid I never thought a cartoon would impact my adult life as it does. I'm grateful that his wife and two kids got to mourn in silence, I'll say a prayer for them. Thank you, grandpa Akira Toriyama.
As someone with a rough homelife as a child, Toriyama helped filled that void and space like no other. Thank you so much for creating so amazing ever since I was a child. Rest Easy.
My Dbz Games: Budokai 1,2, and 3 Tenkaichi 2 and 3 Sagas Ultimate Tenkaichi Xenoverse 1 and 2 FighterZ Kakarot Infinite world Shin budokai + another road Tenkaichi Tag Team Raging blast There was so many I probably forgot a few but man the collection is massive. The memories… Never forgotten ❤️
Between Toriyama, Kentaro Miura, and Kazuki Takahashi, we've lost so many titans of the industry these past few years and all of them far too soon. Really tragic. I hope they all knew how much their work impacted people around the world.
Toyotaro went from making dragon ball fan mangas to making the dragon ball manga himself, I believe in him and and the future of super. rest in power Akira Toriyama
I truly never realized how much Akira Toriyama has had an impact on my life until this event has forced me to have a retrospective outlook. I would’ve never thought how sad I’d be or even to cry a few times thinking about it. I am beyond honored to live in the same timeline as this man. Rest in peace as I pray for your steady departure.
My first games I have memories of playing were Tekken, MK and Budokai way back on ps2 when I was like 3 or 4. Playing Dragonball games, watching DragonBall, all that filled my childhood. Hell I was so into the series that not only did I watch the original Z and Kai, I had the dvd sets for Z bought, all the movies, GT's dvds etc, and I've watched through everything dragonball so many times over the years its crazy. And even besides watching Dragonball, most of my favorite series wouldnt exist without the influence of DB. Its one of the few series that as a kid in the early 2000s, you weren't a nerd for watching. Back then anime was "weird and cringe", but ask anyone in your school and they've all watched dragonball, it was truly a ubiquitous series, and so important to everyone that even world leaders are commenting on the passing of Akira Toriyama, its crazy
Someone from puerto rico and also a huge fan ✨ Always remember these words? Work hard Study well and sleep and Eat Plenty that is the Turtle Hermit way! We must master the art of peace in addition the art of war ! the turtle Hermit school with be with you Always🙏🏼
Sensei Toriyama basically helped me get through high school. Watching Vegeta go Super Saiyan for the first time gave me the strength to face my bullies. Thank you and RIPower Mr. Toriyama. You will be tremendously missed. 🙏🏾💯😔
The first time I heard it….I was just taking it in. Not till this morning when I looked a second time did I actually start to shed my tears. All the tributes and dedications just broke me first thing in the morning. I don’t think any of us can actually express or explain the feeling that this one man delivered to generations. The minds he molded and the hearts that he shaped. We can never thank him enough for the childhood, adulthood, or lifelong memories that we received. Thank you Toriyama-Sensi.
I hadn’t felt this way since Kobe man. Lots hit it right on the nose, with what he integrated into our lives from children to adults. Can no bet duplicated, replaced or forgotten. Long Live a True Legend. 🙏🏾
i havent cried or even been remotely close to crying since 2019. today is the day i almost cried. this man was really the reason for my life even having hope, for having joy, all of it. the reason i like martial arts, anime, the reason i want friends, etc, is because of him. thank you so much for everything you gave me and the life i live because of you. rest in peace to Akira Toriyama.
Let us all raise our hands in a moment of silence to send Toriyama our energy so he can create the greatest spirit bomb he's ever seen. R.I.P Toriyama, KAAAMEEEHHAAAMEEEHAAAAAA!!!!
Thank you for everything Toriyama. Rest in peace, thank you for changing my life and making me who I am today, thank you for inspiring me and making me want to be the best me, I wouldn’t be who i am if it wasn’t for you and dragonball. Thank you for everything and rest peacefully. Fly high, Akira Toriyama. My condolences go out to his friends and family.
i remember my mom let me skip school jus so i can play dbz tenkaichi 2. and i remember me and my brother friends use to play budokai and they use to bet money lol good times man.. rip to my dawg yama mann 💔
My attachment to Dragon Ball is not as close as most others, so the news didn't hit me that hard at first. But then I sat and thought about all the people I am inspired and influenced by, and all the things I enjoy. ALL those things are influenced by Toriyama. And then I started sobbing. I am eternally grateful for Toriyama. Thank you.
Man watching everyone do this just makes me sad time and time again but you gotta just see the impact you gotta enjoy what he created even if it makes you sad. Thank you, Akira Toriyama.
I will always remember my parents getting me and my twin brother the first Budokai game from KMART. It was cheap by then like $30? So was more affordable then. I would always pick Vegeta and Him Goku. After that every DB Game we kept that rivalry with all the games. Just grateful for DB and Toriyama. Peace and blessings ❤️🕊️
The man heavily influenced the secrets of silver clouds, it wouldn't exist without him! I was tortured as a child, then homeless. Dragon ball stuck with me and taught me to be strong despite my situation. I went back to school, and now im writing a book that's gaining traction. He will be missed.
That was also why Future Trunks was my favorite character too, when he killed King Cold and Freiza too. DBZ Was all of our childhood. If it wasn't for Akira Toriyama, i would've think my childhood would be the best without him. Rest in peace Toriyama, your legacy will live on to all our hearts.
RIP Toriyama. This was a wholesome video man so much nostalgia. DBZ was my first anime I was 3-4 years old still remember watching it with my Dad when he would get home watched it every day. Got to see Goku turn super saiyan when it first aired on Toonami. For the longest time we had the VHSs my Dad used to record the Frieza saga because he worked at frito lay and would miss the episodes some days because of overtime. DBZ budokai was my first DBZ game also than the legacy of goku games. DBZ will always have a special place in my heart man.
Dope vid bro, I've been counting and I've cried three times today because of the news. Your video helped me cry two more times. It's not even a joke, that man helped so many of us become who we are. RIP. This is going down far worst then when Steve Irwin died and he was another childhood hero of mine.
This hit me very hard. Toriyama has been such an inspiration on my life. Dragonball has always inspired me and captured my imagination. It’s a series that has helped me through dark times. Incredibly grateful for Toriyama and his creation Dragonball. RIP to a legend.
I cried 5 or 6 times since hearing about his passing. His work has greatly influenced me and encourage me to be a better person and artist/story teller.
Toriyama and his work will be immortalized many generations to come. I grew up with Dragonball so I will carry his work with my kids and their kids and on and on and on. So grateful for Akira Toriyama.
Dragon Ball is in twined into my most foundational memories, and the moments that defined my life. Even the Relationship I have with My dad, My best Friend, the Manga being there for my most lowest of moments. Not just the book, the anime, the games, the people I played with.
Man... my relationship with my cousins is built off of dbz, and for whatever reason, I haven't deleted Xenoverse 2 off my console, and now I think I never will. Rest in peace, Akira Toriyama, and Thank you
Dragon Ball was my first anime as a kid and has inspired me so much, hearing this news was so unexpected, it got me thinking back to my childhood days of watching DBZ and how much time has passed since then. Thank you Toriyama for your gift to the world, may you rest in peace.
I remember back in the late 90s like only me and a couple other kids at my school even watched dragon ball z. Then as we went through school we saw more people. Saw kids in costumes for Halloween. Then the games. It was such a warm feeling every time i saw more people who found joy in Dragon Ball. Fast forwarding to now it's mind blowing how many people he reached. I always knew Toriyama and his work was special but back in the day it felt like everyone else was missing out. Now i just smile knowing tons of people were impacted in similar ways as me and my friends. Dragon Ball really molded us in ways Toriyama probably didn't intend but i just hope the Lord above just gives that man the pen for a day. Even he might be shocked ❤️
Toriyama is forever gonna be remembered in so many ways through his impact on generations of children and adults through his creations like the dragonball franchise, dragon quest (it sucked😐) etc as a community we can all agree Akira toriyama without knowing it changed the world.
I wont lie I cried, like his work has been in my life since I was like a little kid. I love his art style, his writing style, the worlds he made and helped create have had such a huge impact in my life and have helped me escape from real world problems during my not so great childhood. My name for alt gaming accounts is TheSSJDragon for Christ sakes. Like he is and I hate using this word but he is and was the goat. I'm gonna really fucking miss him man.
I remember reading that headline on the news and never in my life did I wish something was clickbait more than I did then. It reminded me just how sobering a person's passing can be, especially for someone who touched so many lives and had a part in so many of our core memories. To this day I still remember playing in the park with the homies in elementary school trying to go super saiyan and firing off Kamehamehas. Extremely sad he's gone but may he rest in peace.
Awesome video man. And the games were a huge part for me too growing up. Kind of a long story but I figured I’d share too. My mom (rest in piece, she recently passed away) worked at a movie rental place when I was in elementary school and the owner was like family to us. And as I got a little older he would always get new games to put out for rent and let me try them out to see if they were good for him to carry more for the store, and he also knew how big I was into dragon ball cause there were summers or days off school I’d go to the video store with mom and sit in the office watching vhs of the series and movies. Well he ended up getting 2 copies of budikai in and told me one was mine to keep just for always helping out around the store and trying games out for him and that was my very first dragon ball game. And as the series grew him or mom would get me the follow ups and I loved it. I wish I still had my original copies cause they meant so much to me. But thank you to both you lotus and of course to toriyama I hope he rests in piece. I truly believe that man is the reason most of us got into anime here in the states and he will be missed. To anyone who reads this thank you 🙏🏻 ❤️ would love to read any stories you guys have too.
Man when my brother told me akira passed away we just stood in silence for 3 minutes it doesnt feel real, its hard to say anything but inside my mind i remembered all the good times i had whit friends watching the show trying to do a kame, man.
Goku turning super sayain for the first time was one of the few times I have ever cried as a man, him turning super sayain 3 witch took forever, lol was when I lost my first molar, Being born in 91 I grew up with dragonball first, then z, and every piece of content and fan content in between, shoutout to team four star for making it funny, dbz is motivation, always strive to do better, stay strong, be nice and kindhearted but ruthless to those who bring danger to loved ones friends or family. I will be a fan till death and I hope future generations get the chance to feel the same. Rip, godfather of anime, March 1st was truly a shot heard around the world. 🙏🤙👍🏆💯
Man, there's a lot of emotions around this one. I think that quote from Toriyama to Nozawa really hits it on the head. We all need "to take care of Goku." DragonBall meant so much to all of us, and it sounds like it meant a lot to Toriyama as well. I hope he and his family knew just how well loved his creations were by so many millions of people. It might have been a goofy story about a magic space alien monkey man, but that story meant something. Toriyama's art and his words and the messages of his character mattered so much to so many little kids and adults in the world. He was an inspiration and a literal legend. Legends never really die, they just get to be passed down to the next generation. Now, its up to all of us to take care of Goku.
"Akira was truly a pioneer who painted our imaginations with the adventures of Goku and friends. He transformed the landscape of manga and anime, leaving an indelible mark on fans and creators worldwide. His artistry ventured beyond the pages, breathing life into characters that became icons of courage, friendship, and perseverance. As we reflect on his legacy, let us remember the worlds he crafted - a universe of endless possibilities where hope prevails, and heroes rise. In every stoke of his pen lay a testament to his genius, a legacy that will continue to inspire and entertain generations to come. Rest in peace, Akira Toriyama. His story, like the eternal dragon Shenron, has granted countless wishes and dreams, making our world a little brighter with the magic of his creation." - Dove The Winged Warrior 🕊
This is crazy. I’m very saddened at the fact that DBZ was a huge part of my life growing up even though I wasn’t watching it like that until years later, I was more of a Naruto fan, But Dragon Ball in general is the whole grandfather of all the animes out there. Without DBZ, we wouldn’t have One Piece, Naruto, Final Fantasy, and more. Toriyama impacted many lifes with his hard work. the games, music, art, merchandise, and many more things. We all wouldn’t have been able to see all of this if it wasn’t for him. RIP Toriyama, thank you for inspiring me and others to stay strong and push forward.
I haven’t cried since his passing but there’s been endless times I’m watching Vegeta’s Final Atonement or Gohan going ss2 and I’m just boo hoo’n. Rest Easy Godfather
Thanks for making this video and giving people like myself a time/place to grieve. I haven't known what to think or feel for the past 24 hours. It is all so sudden. I also grew up on the Dragon ball video games. My child self fired Kamehameha's, styled my wet hair up as spikey as possible, and shouted like I was transforming into a super saiyan. Akira Toriyama's legacy will be a part of my life until I die. The spirit of Dragonball will motivate me to do just one more push-up and leap over one more obstacle, from now until I turn to dust.
Sad thing is I started singing the song few secs B4 you... Then you join.... I am so sad... Really crying....irs hard... Living ahard life.... Goku and Mr V. Is helping me try hard.
Akira toriyama has touched so many people it's insane to achieve this amount of influence. You see people working out to dragon ball music and crowding movie theaters when super was active. All of my close friends love dragon ball, we all connect on it deeply and have random debates all the time. He has inspired so many people and media. His impact will be remembered for ages and I'm thankful for his work. Rip Akira toriyama Wow this video made me smile so much and I normally don't react much when watching stuff. All that to say I related a lot to this. Dragon Ball was one of the first anime I watched and it even got me into art. I don't draw much anymore but I used to draw dbz characters then Naruto along with other random stuff. Dragon ball Budokai was the first dragon ball game I played and I can say I loved every second I spent on that game back then. I would spend endless hours on each dragon ball budokai game on PS2 (except infinite world). I may now even go back and read the entire manga. If anyone spent the time to read me rambling about myself thank you.
I was playing dragon quest monsters the Dark Prince when I heard the news of his death. DQM, the dark prince, is now my all-time favorite DQM game. I also downloaded the PS5 version of fighterz last night and played a couple of rounds. I've watched almost everything in Dragon Ball except the original series. I had been holding off on watching it for a special occasion, I guess now is as good a time than ever
Great video man. You really painted the picture well of how this franchise was integral to your life. Loved the story about you winning at bingo and that's how you got your copy of Budokai 2. Almost every man under the age of 40 has these stories, and memories with Dragonball during our childhood. I struggle to think of a person more singularly impactful in the world of media, truly the top of the pile along with Disney and that's about it. This quiet humble man shaped the world in impossible ways exclusively for the better.
He’ll never really die. Not really. Thank you for sharing bro, it’s nice to hear the familial fandom connection that we all share. Arigato, Toriyama-sensei. ~_~
This is so sad. This news shocked me, i did a tribute drawing video to him in my channel because he has been too important to me. Thank you for everything and rip sensei❤
Me and my boy was on Fortnite when he told me and I hadn’t been on social. I legit had to take a moment and no celeb death has ever made me feel anything. I didn’t cry my eyes out but it def made me feel a way. Having a stranger have that kinda impact on your life is wild and amazing. Thank you.
I remember playing Budokai 2 and 3 with my older nephew (which he is older then me ) when we was kids.Even through was beating in the game I had fun regardless
Toriyama isnt dead.A man only dies when he's forgotten.
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Man your comments hurts much more after reding oda's message to toryama
Let the man rest in the arms of love. He leaves a legend, in and next to "The Legendary Super Saiyan"
And for that, toriyama will never die his legend will live on for the rest of time
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Toriyama has truly touched millions and has created a legacy that will last a lifetime, thank you Akira Toriyama for all that you’ve done.
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Sad that he’s gone, happy that he gave me my childhood. Thanks Akira Toriyama
Same
It was a cloudy week even the weather was mourning him. I really woke up this morning and remembered... "Oh, so he's really gone..." The day doesn't feel the same.
I’ve never cried this much over the course of 24 hours than now. Akira Toriyama truly changed my life & I am so glad I stumbled across dragon ball. Rest in Paradise Toriyama
Right there with ya, I'm up to 5 times today. 😢😢😢
I feel you❤
It's amazing to see the entire internet come together to collectively celebrate Toriyama's work. Truly a one in a trillion individual who touched millions of lives. Rest in power Legend.
To be completely honest, without dragonball i wouldnt know where i would be. Akira Toriyama's stories inspired me as a kid as mundane as life had been to stay fit and face your fears and face challenges going through life and now i have a pretty great life. Thank you Akira Toriyama.
The absolute most influential figure. Art truly is an explosion.
His passing didn't feel real at first. He has such an impact on our childhood that I began to think, "guys like him gotta be here at least 100 years." As a kid I never thought a cartoon would impact my adult life as it does. I'm grateful that his wife and two kids got to mourn in silence, I'll say a prayer for them. Thank you, grandpa Akira Toriyama.
Seriously, toriyama was supposed to live as long as Roshi😢
It's anime man, not cartoon :,), RIP Toriyama you will be miss and loved by others
As someone with a rough homelife as a child, Toriyama helped filled that void and space like no other.
Thank you so much for creating so amazing ever since I was a child.
Rest Easy.
Too soon, Gone too soon. He impacted all of our lives, probably saved countless, and motivated us to keep going no matter what. Thank you…
My Dbz Games:
Budokai 1,2, and 3
Tenkaichi 2 and 3
Sagas
Ultimate Tenkaichi
Xenoverse 1 and 2
FighterZ
Kakarot
Infinite world
Shin budokai + another road
Tenkaichi Tag Team
Raging blast
There was so many I probably forgot a few but man the collection is massive. The memories… Never forgotten ❤️
Between Toriyama, Kentaro Miura, and Kazuki Takahashi, we've lost so many titans of the industry these past few years and all of them far too soon. Really tragic. I hope they all knew how much their work impacted people around the world.
Toyotaro went from making dragon ball fan mangas to making the dragon ball manga himself, I believe in him and and the future of super. rest in power Akira Toriyama
I havent cried at all since I lost my grandmother in 2007, but today...at the age of 32 tears of sadness and joy.
It still doesn't feel real. Thank you Toriyama and Rest In Peace.
RIP to the GOAT. See you again in other world and witness the stories and projects you've cooked up.
Rest in peace to the greatest there ever was
I truly never realized how much Akira Toriyama has had an impact on my life until this event has forced me to have a retrospective outlook. I would’ve never thought how sad I’d be or even to cry a few times thinking about it. I am beyond honored to live in the same timeline as this man. Rest in peace as I pray for your steady departure.
My first games I have memories of playing were Tekken, MK and Budokai way back on ps2 when I was like 3 or 4.
Playing Dragonball games, watching DragonBall, all that filled my childhood. Hell I was so into the series that not only did I watch the original Z and Kai, I had the dvd sets for Z bought, all the movies, GT's dvds etc, and I've watched through everything dragonball so many times over the years its crazy.
And even besides watching Dragonball, most of my favorite series wouldnt exist without the influence of DB. Its one of the few series that as a kid in the early 2000s, you weren't a nerd for watching. Back then anime was "weird and cringe", but ask anyone in your school and they've all watched dragonball, it was truly a ubiquitous series, and so important to everyone that even world leaders are commenting on the passing of Akira Toriyama, its crazy
Someone from puerto rico and also a huge fan ✨ Always remember these words? Work hard Study well and sleep and Eat Plenty that is the Turtle Hermit way! We must master the art of peace in addition the art of war ! the turtle Hermit school with be with you Always🙏🏼
Sensei Toriyama basically helped me get through high school. Watching Vegeta go Super Saiyan for the first time gave me the strength to face my bullies. Thank you and RIPower Mr. Toriyama. You will be tremendously missed. 🙏🏾💯😔
The first time I heard it….I was just taking it in. Not till this morning when I looked a second time did I actually start to shed my tears. All the tributes and dedications just broke me first thing in the morning. I don’t think any of us can actually express or explain the feeling that this one man delivered to generations. The minds he molded and the hearts that he shaped. We can never thank him enough for the childhood, adulthood, or lifelong memories that we received. Thank you Toriyama-Sensi.
Thank you for everything Akira Toriyama ❤️ 🙏. R.i.p. 🙏
RIP to a grate man that changed our lives he will be missed
Rip Akira he made a great part of my life specially now, its sad to see him go 😢❤
I hadn’t felt this way since Kobe man. Lots hit it right on the nose, with what he integrated into our lives from children to adults. Can no bet duplicated, replaced or forgotten. Long Live a True Legend. 🙏🏾
R.I.P to the goat Akira Toriyama! 🙏❤️😭
Rest in peace Akira Toriyama
Rest In Peace Akira Toriyama.
i havent cried or even been remotely close to crying since 2019. today is the day i almost cried. this man was really the reason for my life even having hope, for having joy, all of it. the reason i like martial arts, anime, the reason i want friends, etc, is because of him.
thank you so much for everything you gave me and the life i live because of you. rest in peace to Akira Toriyama.
First berserk, then yu gi oh and now dbz. Rip to the legends, we need to cherish these mangaka
Rest in paradise the goat Toriyama
Let us all raise our hands in a moment of silence to send Toriyama our energy so he can create the greatest spirit bomb he's ever seen. R.I.P Toriyama, KAAAMEEEHHAAAMEEEHAAAAAA!!!!
Thank you for everything Toriyama. Rest in peace, thank you for changing my life and making me who I am today, thank you for inspiring me and making me want to be the best me, I wouldn’t be who i am if it wasn’t for you and dragonball. Thank you for everything and rest peacefully. Fly high, Akira Toriyama. My condolences go out to his friends and family.
i remember my mom let me skip school jus so i can play dbz tenkaichi 2. and i remember me and my brother friends use to play budokai and they use to bet money lol good times man.. rip to my dawg yama mann 💔
R.I.P Toriyama sensei ❤
RIP BIG DAWG TORI💚💚
My attachment to Dragon Ball is not as close as most others, so the news didn't hit me that hard at first.
But then I sat and thought about all the people I am inspired and influenced by, and all the things I enjoy. ALL those things are influenced by Toriyama.
And then I started sobbing.
I am eternally grateful for Toriyama. Thank you.
Man watching everyone do this just makes me sad time and time again but you gotta just see the impact you gotta enjoy what he created even if it makes you sad. Thank you, Akira Toriyama.
I will always remember my parents getting me and my twin brother the first Budokai game from KMART. It was cheap by then like $30? So was more affordable then. I would always pick Vegeta and Him Goku. After that every DB Game we kept that rivalry with all the games. Just grateful for DB and Toriyama. Peace and blessings ❤️🕊️
The man heavily influenced the secrets of silver clouds, it wouldn't exist without him! I was tortured as a child, then homeless. Dragon ball stuck with me and taught me to be strong despite my situation. I went back to school, and now im writing a book that's gaining traction. He will be missed.
That was also why Future Trunks was my favorite character too, when he killed King Cold and Freiza too. DBZ Was all of our childhood. If it wasn't for Akira Toriyama, i would've think my childhood would be the best without him. Rest in peace Toriyama, your legacy will live on to all our hearts.
RIP Toriyama. This was a wholesome video man so much nostalgia. DBZ was my first anime I was 3-4 years old still remember watching it with my Dad when he would get home watched it every day. Got to see Goku turn super saiyan when it first aired on Toonami. For the longest time we had the VHSs my Dad used to record the Frieza saga because he worked at frito lay and would miss the episodes some days because of overtime. DBZ budokai was my first DBZ game also than the legacy of goku games. DBZ will always have a special place in my heart man.
Dope vid bro, I've been counting and I've cried three times today because of the news. Your video helped me cry two more times. It's not even a joke, that man helped so many of us become who we are. RIP.
This is going down far worst then when Steve Irwin died and he was another childhood hero of mine.
This hit me very hard. Toriyama has been such an inspiration on my life. Dragonball has always inspired me and captured my imagination. It’s a series that has helped me through dark times. Incredibly grateful for Toriyama and his creation Dragonball. RIP to a legend.
Toriyamas work has always been a huge influence in my life. He changed everything, rest in peace King 👑 you'r works will live on forever.
I cried 5 or 6 times since hearing about his passing. His work has greatly influenced me and encourage me to be a better person and artist/story teller.
Toriyama and his work will be immortalized many generations to come. I grew up with Dragonball so I will carry his work with my kids and their kids and on and on and on. So grateful for Akira Toriyama.
WISH HIM BACK NOW😩😩😩😩😩😭😭😭😭😭😭😭
Watched every single minute. This was a beautiful tribute. I appreciate so much
Dragon Ball is in twined into my most foundational memories, and the moments that defined my life. Even the Relationship I have with My dad, My best Friend, the Manga being there for my most lowest of moments. Not just the book, the anime, the games, the people I played with.
😢😢shredded my heart when i saw the news
I don't think I've cried so much in a while...
This man meant so much to me. I hope that his family is okay.
Toriyama was an actual Legend.
Dragon Ball will never be the same again
The Father of Dragon Ball.
Man... my relationship with my cousins is built off of dbz, and for whatever reason, I haven't deleted Xenoverse 2 off my console, and now I think I never will. Rest in peace, Akira Toriyama, and Thank you
Dragon Ball was my first anime as a kid and has inspired me so much, hearing this news was so unexpected, it got me thinking back to my childhood days of watching DBZ and how much time has passed since then.
Thank you Toriyama for your gift to the world, may you rest in peace.
Not gonna lie I started crying half thru your vid. Mr. Toriyama introduced me to the world of anime and Manga thru dragonballz.
I remember back in the late 90s like only me and a couple other kids at my school even watched dragon ball z. Then as we went through school we saw more people. Saw kids in costumes for Halloween. Then the games. It was such a warm feeling every time i saw more people who found joy in Dragon Ball. Fast forwarding to now it's mind blowing how many people he reached. I always knew Toriyama and his work was special but back in the day it felt like everyone else was missing out. Now i just smile knowing tons of people were impacted in similar ways as me and my friends. Dragon Ball really molded us in ways Toriyama probably didn't intend but i just hope the Lord above just gives that man the pen for a day. Even he might be shocked ❤️
It’s incredible to witness every part of the world share how toriyama influenced them, even way outside of the anime world.
So legendary
It's crazy how a lot! Of us almost had the same childhood 😅 haha makes me feel happy hearing all this awesome stories. Thank you Toriyama sensei!
Toriyama is forever gonna be remembered in so many ways through his impact on generations of children and adults through his creations like the dragonball franchise, dragon quest (it sucked😐) etc as a community we can all agree Akira toriyama without knowing it changed the world.
Toriyama passed away, but his memory and work will live on for generations, thank you for the best childhood possible, fly high Akira Toriyama.
I wont lie I cried, like his work has been in my life since I was like a little kid. I love his art style, his writing style, the worlds he made and helped create have had such a huge impact in my life and have helped me escape from real world problems during my not so great childhood. My name for alt gaming accounts is TheSSJDragon for Christ sakes. Like he is and I hate using this word but he is and was the goat. I'm gonna really fucking miss him man.
I was going to say more but I can’t right now. I had to erase too many drafts.
Akira Toriyama will be missed
not gonna be able to make it through the vid but we already know. he supplied our entire childhood for some of us
R.I.P 😢
He died in the Dragon year too! Absolute icon people will remember for decades to come
Thank you toriyama for giving us a lit childhood. 😢 thank you so much
I remember reading that headline on the news and never in my life did I wish something was clickbait more than I did then. It reminded me just how sobering a person's passing can be, especially for someone who touched so many lives and had a part in so many of our core memories.
To this day I still remember playing in the park with the homies in elementary school trying to go super saiyan and firing off Kamehamehas.
Extremely sad he's gone but may he rest in peace.
Awesome video man. And the games were a huge part for me too growing up. Kind of a long story but I figured I’d share too. My mom (rest in piece, she recently passed away) worked at a movie rental place when I was in elementary school and the owner was like family to us. And as I got a little older he would always get new games to put out for rent and let me try them out to see if they were good for him to carry more for the store, and he also knew how big I was into dragon ball cause there were summers or days off school I’d go to the video store with mom and sit in the office watching vhs of the series and movies. Well he ended up getting 2 copies of budikai in and told me one was mine to keep just for always helping out around the store and trying games out for him and that was my very first dragon ball game. And as the series grew him or mom would get me the follow ups and I loved it. I wish I still had my original copies cause they meant so much to me. But thank you to both you lotus and of course to toriyama I hope he rests in piece. I truly believe that man is the reason most of us got into anime here in the states and he will be missed. To anyone who reads this thank you 🙏🏻 ❤️ would love to read any stories you guys have too.
I love budokai 3, buu's fury, and legendary super warriors. super warriors was the first one I ever played and its still on my phone
Im getting all DBZ Kakarot when it drops in honor of the man himself.
Man when my brother told me akira passed away we just stood in silence for 3 minutes it doesnt feel real, its hard to say anything but inside my mind i remembered all the good times i had whit friends watching the show trying to do a kame, man.
He was truly number 1
Goku turning super sayain for the first time was one of the few times I have ever cried as a man, him turning super sayain 3 witch took forever, lol was when I lost my first molar, Being born in 91 I grew up with dragonball first, then z, and every piece of content and fan content in between, shoutout to team four star for making it funny, dbz is motivation, always strive to do better, stay strong, be nice and kindhearted but ruthless to those who bring danger to loved ones friends or family. I will be a fan till death and I hope future generations get the chance to feel the same. Rip, godfather of anime, March 1st was truly a shot heard around the world. 🙏🤙👍🏆💯
Thank you toriyama
Man, there's a lot of emotions around this one. I think that quote from Toriyama to Nozawa really hits it on the head. We all need "to take care of Goku." DragonBall meant so much to all of us, and it sounds like it meant a lot to Toriyama as well. I hope he and his family knew just how well loved his creations were by so many millions of people. It might have been a goofy story about a magic space alien monkey man, but that story meant something. Toriyama's art and his words and the messages of his character mattered so much to so many little kids and adults in the world.
He was an inspiration and a literal legend. Legends never really die, they just get to be passed down to the next generation. Now, its up to all of us to take care of Goku.
A quote from snk legends don't die they get better.
"Akira was truly a pioneer who painted our imaginations with the adventures of Goku and friends. He transformed the landscape of manga and anime, leaving an indelible mark on fans and creators worldwide. His artistry ventured beyond the pages, breathing life into characters that became icons of courage, friendship, and perseverance. As we reflect on his legacy, let us remember the worlds he crafted - a universe of endless possibilities where hope prevails, and heroes rise. In every stoke of his pen lay a testament to his genius, a legacy that will continue to inspire and entertain generations to come. Rest in peace, Akira Toriyama. His story, like the eternal dragon Shenron, has granted countless wishes and dreams, making our world a little brighter with the magic of his creation." - Dove The Winged Warrior 🕊
Dbz games were the best rip legend❤
This is crazy. I’m very saddened at the fact that DBZ was a huge part of my life growing up even though I wasn’t watching it like that until years later, I was more of a Naruto fan, But Dragon Ball in general is the whole grandfather of all the animes out there. Without DBZ, we wouldn’t have One Piece, Naruto, Final Fantasy, and more. Toriyama impacted many lifes with his hard work. the games, music, art, merchandise, and many more things. We all wouldn’t have been able to see all of this if it wasn’t for him. RIP Toriyama, thank you for inspiring me and others to stay strong and push forward.
I haven’t cried since his passing but there’s been endless times I’m watching Vegeta’s Final Atonement or Gohan going ss2 and I’m just boo hoo’n. Rest Easy Godfather
Thanks for making this video and giving people like myself a time/place to grieve. I haven't known what to think or feel for the past 24 hours. It is all so sudden. I also grew up on the Dragon ball video games. My child self fired Kamehameha's, styled my wet hair up as spikey as possible, and shouted like I was transforming into a super saiyan. Akira Toriyama's legacy will be a part of my life until I die. The spirit of Dragonball will motivate me to do just one more push-up and leap over one more obstacle, from now until I turn to dust.
Descanse em Paz MESTRE AKIRA Toriyama.
Sad thing is I started singing the song few secs B4 you... Then you join.... I am so sad... Really crying....irs hard... Living ahard life.... Goku and Mr V. Is helping me try hard.
Jesus Christ took up the cross. Rest in peace.
45:15 dude got me tearing up right here
Goku and Yugi, my favorites!😢😢
Akira toriyama has touched so many people it's insane to achieve this amount of influence. You see people working out to dragon ball music and crowding movie theaters when super was active. All of my close friends love dragon ball, we all connect on it deeply and have random debates all the time. He has inspired so many people and media. His impact will be remembered for ages and I'm thankful for his work. Rip Akira toriyama
Wow this video made me smile so much and I normally don't react much when watching stuff. All that to say I related a lot to this. Dragon Ball was one of the first anime I watched and it even got me into art. I don't draw much anymore but I used to draw dbz characters then Naruto along with other random stuff. Dragon ball Budokai was the first dragon ball game I played and I can say I loved every second I spent on that game back then. I would spend endless hours on each dragon ball budokai game on PS2 (except infinite world). I may now even go back and read the entire manga. If anyone spent the time to read me rambling about myself thank you.
I was playing dragon quest monsters the Dark Prince when I heard the news of his death. DQM, the dark prince, is now my all-time favorite DQM game. I also downloaded the PS5 version of fighterz last night and played a couple of rounds. I've watched almost everything in Dragon Ball except the original series. I had been holding off on watching it for a special occasion, I guess now is as good a time than ever
Great video man. You really painted the picture well of how this franchise was integral to your life. Loved the story about you winning at bingo and that's how you got your copy of Budokai 2. Almost every man under the age of 40 has these stories, and memories with Dragonball during our childhood. I struggle to think of a person more singularly impactful in the world of media, truly the top of the pile along with Disney and that's about it. This quiet humble man shaped the world in impossible ways exclusively for the better.
Rest in Paradise Toriyama Sensei
Rip to a 🐐 legend passed away on my bday bro that hurts even more 😮💨 i hit 22 meanwhile a childhood 🐐 was having his last day 😓
He’ll never really die.
Not really.
Thank you for sharing bro, it’s nice to hear the familial fandom connection that we all share.
Arigato, Toriyama-sensei.
~_~
This is so sad. This news shocked me, i did a tribute drawing video to him in my channel because he has been too important to me. Thank you for everything and rip sensei❤
We're rocking the Dragon Ball Hypland shirts until the pain goes away
R.I.P. Mr. Akira Toriyama Creator of the Dragon Ball Franchise The Dragon Ball Series 🧡💙😢😭🐉🐲💙🧡
Me and my boy was on Fortnite when he told me and I hadn’t been on social. I legit had to take a moment and no celeb death has ever made me feel anything. I didn’t cry my eyes out but it def made me feel a way. Having a stranger have that kinda impact on your life is wild and amazing. Thank you.
I remember playing Budokai 2 and 3 with my older nephew (which he is older then me ) when we was kids.Even through was beating in the game I had fun regardless