Amond is a member of the Turles Crusher Corps and an antagonist in the film Dragon Ball Z: The Tree of Might. A former galactic criminal who joined Turles after a prison break, he serves as the squad's second-in-command.
Android 13 is a fully mechanical android created by Dr. Gero's supercomputer, designed to carry out the doctor's vendetta against Goku even after Gero's death. He is the main antagonist of the film Dragon Ball Z: Super Android 13!, distinguished by his Southern drawl in the English dub and his ability to absorb components from other androids.
Android 14 is one of Dr. Gero's mechanical android creations, designed to hunt down and destroy Goku. He appears alongside Android 15 as an antagonist in Dragon Ball Z: Super Android 13!
Android 15 is a small, flask-carrying android built by Dr. Gero's supercomputer to carry out the doctor's vendetta against Goku. He appears as an antagonist in the film Dragon Ball Z: Super Android 13!
Android 16 is a fully mechanical warrior built by Dr. Gero, modeled after the scientist's deceased son. Unlike the other Red Ribbon Androids, 16 is a gentle soul who loves nature and wildlife. He was designed with the sole purpose of killing Goku, but his peaceful nature led him to defy his programming. His death at Cell's hands triggered Gohan's transformation into Super Saiyan 2, one of the most defining moments in Dragon Ball Z.
Android 17, originally a human teenager named Lapis, was kidnapped and converted into a cybernetic warrior by Dr. Gero of the Red Ribbon Army. After rebelling against his creator, he eventually found peace as a park ranger on a remote island, only to return to fighting in the Tournament of Power where he proved to be its most valuable player.
Android 18, originally a human girl named Lazuli, is a cybernetically enhanced warrior created by Dr. Gero to destroy Goku. After breaking free of Gero's control, she ultimately joins the Z Fighters, marries Krillin, and becomes the mother of their daughter Marron. She is the twin sister of Android 17 and one of the most powerful fighters on Earth.
Android 19 is a fully mechanical android created by Dr. Gero as part of his vendetta against Goku for destroying the Red Ribbon Army. With a pale, rotund body and eerily cheerful appearance, he served as Dr. Gero's loyal enforcer and was the secondary antagonist of the Androids Saga.
Android 21 is a Bio-Android created from the cells of numerous powerful fighters, introduced as the main antagonist and a playable character in Dragon Ball FighterZ. She is unique among Dragon Ball villains for her split personality, with a kind-hearted scientist side warring against an insatiable hunger for power driven by her Majin cells.
Android 8, nicknamed "Eighter" by Goku, is Dr. Gero's eighth android creation. Built to serve the Red Ribbon Army, he was deemed defective due to his gentle and pacifistic nature. His friendship with Goku during the assault on Muscle Tower is one of the earliest examples of the series' recurring theme that strength of character matters more than raw power.
Angila is Lord Slug's right-hand man and an elite warrior within the Demon Clan, known for his handsome appearance and extendable tongue attack.
Anilaza is a massive fusion warrior created from several members of Team Universe 3 during the Tournament of Power. Also known as Agnilasa, this towering android nearly overwhelmed all of Universe 7's remaining fighters.
Annin is the ancient guardian of the Furnace of Eight Divisions, the boundary between the living world and the Other World. She works under King Yemma and has protected the furnace for thousands of years.
Appule is a mid-ranking soldier in the Frieza Force stationed on Namek. He ranks above the standard foot soldiers but well below the elite officers like Zarbon and Dodoria.
Arak is the God of Destruction of Universe 5. Along with his angel attendant Cukatail, he oversees one of the top-ranked universes, which is exempt from the Tournament of Power.
Arale Norimaki is a robot girl from Penguin Village, originally the protagonist of Akira Toriyama's earlier manga, Dr. Slump. Despite her childlike appearance and goofy personality, she possesses strength that defies all logic, making her one of the most absurdly powerful characters to ever appear in the Dragon Ball universe.
Auta Magetta is a Metalman from Universe 6 who competes in both the Universe 6 vs. Universe 7 tournament and the Tournament of Power. His body is made entirely of metal, giving him extraordinary durability.
Babidi is a diminutive and treacherous alien sorcerer who sought to revive the ancient monster Majin Buu, continuing the work of his father Bibidi. Despite having virtually no combat ability of his own, Babidi's mind control magic and manipulative intelligence made him one of the most dangerous threats the Z Fighters ever encountered.
Baby is the primary antagonist of the Baby Saga in Dragon Ball GT, a parasitic organism created by the last surviving Tuffles to exact revenge on the Saiyan race. Capable of possessing other beings and amplifying their power, Baby represents the culmination of an ancient grudge between two civilizations that once shared Planet Plant.
Bacterian is a massive, filthy fighter who competed in the 21st World Martial Arts Tournament. He has allegedly never bathed in his entire life, using his overwhelming body odor and general uncleanliness as weapons to incapacitate opponents.
Bandages the Mummy is an undead martial artist who serves as one of Fortuneteller Baba's five fighters. He battles challengers in a ring suspended over a pool of acid.
Bardock is a low-class Saiyan warrior, the husband of Gine, and the father of both Raditz and Goku. Despite his humble rank, Bardock displayed extraordinary courage by standing alone against Frieza in a doomed attempt to save his people from genocide. His story adds a tragic dimension to Goku's origins and the fall of the Saiyan race.
Barry Kahn is a famous A-list actor on Earth who stars as Great Saiyaman in a superhero film. His jealousy of Gohan leads him down a dangerous path when he becomes possessed by the parasitic alien Watagash.
Basil is the youngest of the Trio of Danger from Universe 9, a ruthless kick-based fighter known as "Basil the Kicker" who competed in both the Zeno Expo and the Tournament of Power.
Bee is a Labrador Retriever owned by Mr. Satan and Good Buu. Found as an injured puppy during the Majin Buu Saga, Bee played a crucial role in Buu's moral transformation, as the act of caring for the wounded dog helped awaken compassion within the otherwise destructive creature.
Beerus is the God of Destruction for Universe 7, tasked with maintaining cosmic balance by destroying planets and civilizations to allow new creation. Feared across the cosmos, he is served by his attendant and martial arts teacher, the Angel Whis, and resides on his own planet far removed from mortal affairs.
Belmod is the God of Destruction of Universe 11, recognizable by his clown-like appearance. Despite his playful exterior, he is a powerful deity who takes immense pride in Universe 11's fighters, particularly Jiren.
Bergamo is the eldest and most powerful of the three brothers known as the Trio of Danger from Universe 9. Nicknamed "Bergamo the Crusher," he possesses the unique ability to grow stronger and larger by absorbing the energy of his opponents' attacks.
Bibidi is the evil alien wizard responsible for awakening Majin Buu millions of years before the events of Dragon Ball. He used the destructive monster to eliminate most of the Supreme Kais before being killed by Shin, the Eastern Supreme Kai.
Bido is one of the four Galaxy Soldiers who serve under Bojack. He is a large, powerful warrior of the Hera Clan who appears in Dragon Ball Z: Bojack Unbound.
Bio-Broly is a clone of the Legendary Super Saiyan Broly, created from a sample of his DNA by the wealthy industrialist Lord Jaguar. The clone emerged as a grotesque, misshapen version of the original, its body mutated by exposure to the bio-liquid culture medium in which it was grown.
Black Smoke Shenron is a corrupted eternal dragon that emerges when the Dragon Balls have accumulated too much negative energy from overuse. Instead of granting wishes, he splits into seven Shadow Dragons.
Bojack is a ruthless space pirate and the leader of the Galaxy Soldiers. After causing widespread destruction across the four galaxies of Universe 7, he was sealed away by the Kais. He is freed as a consequence of the Cell Games and serves as the main antagonist of Dragon Ball Z: Bojack Unbound.
Bora is the powerful chief of the Karinga Tribe and the father of Upa. As the guardian of the Sacred Land of Korin, he is one of the strongest ordinary humans in the Dragon Ball world. His murder by Mercenary Tao and subsequent revival by the Dragon Balls remain among the most emotionally resonant moments of the original series.
Borgos is a member of Bardock's elite Saiyan squad, appearing in the TV special Bardock: The Father of Goku. He is the largest and most physically imposing member of the group, though his role is relatively brief.
Botamo is one of the strongest warriors from Universe 6, selected by Vados to compete in both the Tournament of Destroyers and the Tournament of Power. His rubber-like body can nullify virtually all physical damage, making him a powerful defensive fighter.
Broly is a Saiyan warrior of extraordinary innate power who has appeared in two distinct continuities. The original version was introduced in the 1993 film as an unstoppable berserker driven mad by childhood trauma, while the canon version from Dragon Ball Super: Broly (2018) presents a more sympathetic figure raised in isolation on a desolate planet by his obsessive father Paragus.
Broly is a powerful Saiyan mutant introduced in Dragon Ball Super: Broly, and the son of Paragus. Exiled to the desolate planet Vampa as an infant due to King Vegeta's jealousy of his extraordinary power level, Broly spent nearly five decades in isolation before being discovered by members of the Frieza Force.
Bubbles is King Kai's pet monkey who lives on his tiny planet at the end of Snake Way. He plays a key role in King Kai's training regimen, serving as the first test of endurance that warriors must complete before learning advanced techniques.
Bujin is a psychic warrior and member of the Galaxy Soldiers, the crew of space pirates led by Bojack. He specializes in psycho thread attacks that paralyze opponents.
Bulla (also known as Bra in the original Japanese) is the daughter of Vegeta and Bulma, and the younger sister of Trunks. Unlike most characters with Saiyan heritage, Bulla shows little interest in fighting and takes after her mother's fashionable, outgoing personality.
Bulma is the brilliant scientist and heiress of Capsule Corporation who kickstarted the entire Dragon Ball saga by seeking the Dragon Balls as a teenager. She is Goku's oldest friend, the wife of Vegeta, and the mother of Trunks and Bulla. Her inventions, particularly the Dragon Radar, have been essential to every major adventure the heroes have undertaken.
Burter is a tall, blue-skinned member of the Ginyu Force who calls himself the Fastest in the Universe. Partnered closely with Jeice, he forms one half of the Ginyu Force's most effective combat duo and takes immense pride in his speed, which he considers his defining trait above all else.
Buyon is a massive, gelatinous monster kept by General White inside Muscle Tower. His rubbery body absorbs physical attacks, making him nearly invincible against conventional fighting.
Cabba is a Saiyan from Universe 6's Planet Sadala, where the Saiyan race evolved as honorable protectors rather than the violent conquerors of Universe 7. Polite and earnest, he represents what Saiyans might have become without the influence of Frieza and the planet trade.
Cacao is a cybernetically enhanced soldier and member of the Turles Crusher Corps, a band of mercenaries led by the Saiyan rogue Turles.
Captain Ginyu is the flamboyant leader of the Ginyu Force, Frieza's most elite mercenary squad. Known for his obsessive love of dramatic poses and his unique Body Change technique, Ginyu is both a formidable combatant and a loyal servant of the galactic emperor.
Captain Yellow is an anthropomorphic tiger and Red Ribbon Army officer. He is dispatched to locate Dragon Balls in the wilderness near Korin Tower, where he clashes with Goku.
Cardinal Mutchy Mutchy is a high-ranking dignitary of the Luud Cult on Planet Luud during Dragon Ball GT. He wields a whip that is actually a Machine Mutant named Mutchy in disguise, and he serves as a puppet leader controlled by this sentient weapon.
Cargo is a young Namekian and the 109th son of Grand Elder Guru. He is the younger brother of Dende and was tragically killed during Frieza's assault on Namek, though he was later revived by Shenron and relocated to New Namek.
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