Dragon Ball GT: A Hero's Legacy
Synopsis — from MyAnimeList
Years after the end of the Dragonball GT, the story continues in this special with Son Goku's now eldery granddaughter Pan, and a new generation of super saiyajins, the great-great-grandsons of Goku and Vegeta 100 years after the end of DBGT, all the heroes of Earth have died...except for Pan, the granddaughter of Son Goku. Pan has a grandchild named Goku Jr. However, he does not have the bravery of his great-great-grandfather. Pan suffurs a heart attack, and Goku Jr. believes that he might be able to save her with the power of the 4 star Dragon Ball. Along with the school bully, he tries to find the ball...and unleashes his hidden bravery and power.
Audience Consensus
Audience reception is divided, with many praising its emotional depth, relatable protagonist, and satisfying conclusion as a fitting end to GT. However, a significant portion finds it too slow, lacking in action, and a derivative imitation of the original Dragon Ball, failing to capture the franchise's typical excitement.
Strengths
- Satisfying and emotional ending, considered one of the best in the franchise.
- Charming and relatable protagonist who overcomes fear and anxiety.
- Visually appealing with nice artwork and a great soundtrack.
- Captures the spirit of classic Dragon Ball's adventurous roots.
- Offers a human and relatable story within the Dragon Ball universe.
Weaknesses
- Villains are forgettable and lack threat, not living up to Dragon Ball standards.
- Plot is too simplistic and lacks innovation, feeling like a rehash of early Dragon Ball.
- Not action-packed or high-stakes, disappointing for viewers expecting typical Dragon Ball fights.
- The humor is not characteristic of the Dragon Ball franchise.
- Some find the premise bland and lacking the charisma expected from the Dragon Ball name.