"Dragon Ball Super: Seed Of The Gods" – Revitalizing Fan Fiction with Saiyan Ambition and Cosmic Betrayal

 

Hakeem Prime's "Dragon Ball Super: Seed Of The Gods" – Revitalizing Fan Fiction with Saiyan Ambition and Cosmic Betrayal

Hakeem Prime (@HakeemPrime), the Atlanta-based artist and storyteller with Oakland roots, has dropped a game-changing fan manga in the Dragon Ball universe: Dragon Ball Super: Seed Of The Gods. This passion-fueled project merges classic movie villains with deep Saiyan lore, offering a prequel that feels both nostalgic and innovative. Shared across X, YouTube, and Facebook, it's already stirring up the fandom with its bold expansions on Akira Toriyama's world. As a musician and creator, Hakeem brings a unique flair, collaborating with illustrators like Artimes Fletcher to deliver professional-grade panels that capture the essence of Dragon Ball.

A Bold Fusion of Movie Icons and Saiyan Origins

Set in Age 732, Seed Of The Gods explores the turbulent era of Planet Vegeta under King Vegeta's rule, shadowed by the rising Cold Dynasty. The story kicks off with a clever foreshadowing: Raditz and Nappa, depicted in a barren "Limbo" landscape—hinting at their future resurrection with physical bodies in Other World for upcoming chapters. This ties into the manga's multi-timeline approach, blending past conquests with teases of present-day continuations.

Central to the plot is Turles, reimagined from Dragon Ball Z: The Tree of Might as a young Saiyan driven by revenge and the pursuit of the "Seed of the Gods," an artifact granting divine power reminiscent of the Tree's fruit. He's joined by a youthful Raditz, a whiny yet fierce warrior, and Nappa, the grizzled general mentoring them through brutal missions. Their banter shines early on—Raditz griping about a conquered planet ("This looks nothing like Earth Nappa!"), only to get smacked by Nappa, who rallies him with talks of revenge over rotting in Other World tournaments.

Cooler, from Cooler's Revenge, leads the Cold Dynasty Force, recruiting Turles as his "last recruit." His motivation stems from familial rivalry: with Frieza positioned as the future ruler of their empire, Cooler assembles a elite team to secure the Seed, believing it will sway his people to his side. However, the narrative hints at betrayal—Emperor Zerö, an ancient Arcosian emperor, double-crosses Cooler and Turles after they acquire the artifact, adding layers of intrigue and tragedy.

King Vegeta rules with an iron fist, overseeing Saiyan politics and the Elite Warrior Advancement Program tournament. While Prince Vegeta isn't featured visually, he's referenced—King Vegeta speaks of him, and young warriors like Raditz aspire to match his rumored strength ("Finally I'll be as strong as Prince Vegeta is said to be!"). Other characters, like Krang (a Tuffle survivor and scientist) and Cold (future Frost Empire ruler), enrich the interstellar conflicts, drawing from the Saiyan-Tuffle war.

The intro, "The Last Recruit – Cooler’s Return," builds tension with a tournament where young Saiyans like Turles and Raditz dominate, boasting "We wiped the floor with them! Even the adults!" Cooler's dramatic ship arrival disrupts the scene, setting up alliances and quests that echo Dragon Ball Super's god-level escalations while nodding to future villains like Granolah and Moro.

By elevating movie characters like Turles and Cooler into core roles, Hakeem respects their origins—Turles' power-hungry nature, Cooler's strategic composure—while integrating them seamlessly into pre-Dragon Ball events. This avoids canon contradictions, focusing on empire-building before Frieza's dominance.

Review: Gritty Action with Foreshadowing Flair

Rating: 4.5/5 Ki Blasts

Seed Of The Gods delivers high-energy artwork that mirrors Toriyama's style—dynamic fights, expressive faces, and epic effects like Cooler's whirlwind landing. The black-and-white panels pop, from Nappa's motivational punch to tournament brawls where Saiyans team up against odds. Pacing is solid, starting with Limbo's eerie setup before diving into Planet Vegeta's chaos.

Story strengths lie in character dynamics: Nappa's tough love ("Do you want to rot away here... Or do you want revenge?"), Raditz's skepticism, and Turles' ambition create authentic Saiyan grit. Cooler's recruitment feels earned, with political undertones adding depth. Minor quibbles include some dense panels in action sequences, but the foreshadowing—Limbo ties to "Other World Villains"—hooks readers for more.

Overall, it's a love letter to underrated characters, blending prequel vibes with Super-style potential. Fans of Saiyan backstories will love it.

Sparking New Life in the Dragon Ball Community

Hakeem's manga has ignited the Dragon Ball fandom, proving fan works can expand lore without overstepping. On X and forums, discussions dissect Cooler's pre-Frieza motivations and the Seed's ties to godly fruits, inspiring theories on betrayals and timelines. It unites fans over "what if" scenarios, like Turles' role in the Cold Dynasty, and revives interest in movies often dismissed as non-canon.

As a continuation of Dragon Ball Zero by Toyble (Toyotaro), it builds on young Saiyan adventures, adding Cooler and Krang for fresh twists. This has boosted community creativity—fan art, breakdowns on Hakeem's YouTube (@hakeemprimer), and collaborations—while promoting diverse storytelling in a long-running series.

The Saga Continues: Teasers for Epic Arcs Ahead

The released 71-page PDF covers just the intro and Chapter 1 ("Reign Of Turles"), but Hakeem teases more: Chapter 2 ("Other World Villains" in Age 782) explores resurrected foes, and Chapter 4 ("The Fruit of the Gods") delves into the artifact's powers and betrayals. Follow @HakeemPrime for updates—this fan manga is powering up for bigger battles! Kamehameha!

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