It’s interesting to see how Dragon Ball has evolved since its inception, when human characters like Krillin and Master Roshi were involved in the battles.

The first episodes of the series highlighted a universe tied to realistic martial arts techniques, but the story changed with the introduction of Super Saiyans and supernatural powers.

The gain of Saiyans, the loss of humans

It’s no surprise that the more frequent appearances of warriors like Goku, Vegeta, and Gohan have led to a decline in the presence of human heroes.

If attention remained on humans, it’s likely that the complex transformations of Saiyans would never have been explored as much as they were before.

Retirement: A luxury for people

As the plot progresses towards cosmic battles, human characters such as Krillin and Yamcha begin to experience a kind of `retirement` from the main conflicts.

Impact on Goku’s story

When Goku was revealed to be a Saiyan, the series found creative ways to deepen his character’s backstory.

Eliminate human limitations

Another aspect that is often overlooked is the gradual removal of human characters from the core of the battles, which helps maintain the series’ credibility.

The importance of people

Dragon Ball’s adherence to a recurring formula of new villains and epic battles makes the rare moments when human characters intervene all the more memorable.