Dragon Ball Z "It's Over 9,000!" When Worldviews Collide

Akira Toriyama's Dragon Ball is the world's most recognized anime and manga series, having entertained millions of fans across the globe. The legendary rivalry of the last two full-blooded Saiyans, Goku and Vegeta, is the iconic example of a lifelong conflict that inspires fans to burst through their own personal limits. With a foreword by Ryo Horikawa, the Japanese voice of Vegeta, and an interview with Brian Drummond, the originator of the "It's Over 9,000!" line, Dragon Ball Z "It's Over 9,000!" When Worldviews Collide is the first book to explain where "It's Over 9,000!" came from and why it continues to be such a popular catchphrase. Featuring a thorough analysis of Goku and Vegeta's colliding worldviews, this book helps you better understand why conflict is necessary for profound personal growth and character development. Referencing East Asian belief systems and high tech futuristic paradigms, Derek Padula, the author of The Dao of Dragon Ball books and blog, provides a deeper understanding of this epic story and the inherent values within it. This book will forever change the way you look at Dragon Ball Z.