The world of Dragon Ball is a fascinating and complex one. One reason for this complexity is that the show has changed in tone dramatically over its long history. While early installments of the original Dragon Ball showcased Akira Toriyama's natural talent for comedy, by the time Dragon Ball Z started, the show had gotten a lot more serious, with the comedy mixing with intense drama and pulse-pounding action.
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