A Peculiar Praise for Akira Toriyama
In a friendly chat, One Piece creator Eiichiro Oda was seen heaping praises on Dragon Ball’s Akira Toriyama. Unlike most fans who usually discuss the plot or characters, Oda highlighted an unusual aspect of Toriyama’s art.
In fact, Oda lauded Toriyama’s knack for drawing two things – armpits and hands. He gave a shoutout to the artful depiction of the armpit of Ranfan, a character in Dragon Ball. Her armpit was artistically showcased in a scene where she took off her clothing.
Not just that, Oda was also in awe of the way Toriyama illustrated Tao Pai Pai’s hands. Fans might remember Tao Pai Pai as a prominent villain in the Commander Red Saga of Dragon Ball.
Oda’s Admiration Surpasses His Disney Obsession
Even though Oda loves Disney cartoons, Toriyama’s Manga managed to outshine it. The first encounter with Toriyama’s manga happened when Oda flicked through the pages of Dragon Ball’s second chapter and he was totally won over. Oda applauds the intricate character creation and artistic prowess of Toriyama – even preferring it over Disney.
The part Oda liked the most about Toriyama’s art? The unique way he depicts armpits and hands. Evidently, Oda’s respect for Toriyama’s work extends to these subtle details that might escape a casual reader.
Remembrance of Minor Characters Signifies Deep Interest
Oda’s fascination is even more obvious when he talks about Tao Pai Pai’s hands. Despite being a relatively unknown character, Oda fondly remembered the antagonist from the Commander Red Saga. Oda’s appreciation for even the minute details in Toriyama’s work clearly shows his deep admiration.
Muscular Figures in Dragon Ball – Real or Not?
Toriyama confessed in the interview that he never really studied muscle models while working on Dragon Ball. He thought that the muscular characters he designed were more about the look than anatomical accuracy.
But Oda disagreed with this self-assessment. He reckoned the muscles in the Dragon Ball are flawless. His admiration even extends to the muscular women in the series, who he thought gave a sexy vibe.
Conclusion – A Mix of Friendship and Mutual Respect
This delightful exchange between the manga world’s top two creators provides a peek into the mutual admiration they have for each other’s artistry. Even though they focus on certain peculiar and possibly overlooked elements, these oddities make their work distinct.
Who knows, Oda’s peculiar exploration of Toriyama’s work might inspire him further in the future? Only time will tell. Meanwhile, you can enjoy their marvelous creations in One Piece and Dragon Ball available on Viz Media, or watch the animated series on Crunchyroll.
This exchange sheds light on the intriguing aspects of two loved manga artists, showing that the world of diverse talents always has significant and individual styles of how an artist pursues their craft. In this case, it’s all about drawing the armpits and hands!
In the end, these unique aspects are what make each creator’s work exceptionally appealing and sets them apart in a crowd of talented artists. Their detailed artistry truly makes their creations worth celebrating.
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