When it comes to fighting anime and manga, “Dragon Ball” is one of the most iconic series of all time. Known for introducing dangerous and formidable villains into its sagas, the franchise has introduced antagonists who challenge the limits of heroes with increasing levels of power.
In this ranking we only consider the villains who appeared in the animations of the Dragon Ball series (Classic, Z, GT and Super) and in the films, such as “The Battle of the Gods”, “The Return of Frieza”, “Dragon Ball Super: Broly” and “Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero”.
These villains have left their mark on the anime universe with impressive transformations and epic fights. Let’s explore the strongest and their most powerful forms!
Dragon Ball: the strongest villains
10. Cell
Perfect cell
Created by Dr. Gero, Cell combines the DNA of great warriors such as Goku, Vegeta and Frieza. After absorbing Androids 17 and 18, he reaches his perfect form, characterized by immense power and impressive regeneration. He distinguished himself during the Cell Tournament saga, forcing Gohan to reach Super Saiyan 2.
9. Majin Buu
Super Buu (Gohan absorbed)
Super Buu is the most dangerous form of the villain due to Kid Buu’s fusion with the fat Majin Buu. In addition to its destructive power, it is capable of absorbing warriors such as Gotenks, Piccolo and Gohan, becoming practically unstoppable. His unique abilities and regenerative techniques make him an unprecedented threat.
8. Child
Golden Baby Oozaru
The main villain of Dragonball GTBaby is a Tsufurujin parasite who takes control of Vegeta’s body and, in the form of Golden Oozaru, achieves immense power. His hatred of Saiyans is his primary motivation, making him one of the series’ greatest threats.
7. Li Shenron
Super Li Shenron (Omega Shenron)
The One-Star Dragon, created from the corruption of the Dragon Balls, is the most powerful of the Shadow Dragons. When he absorbs the other spheres, he transforms into Super Li Shenron, challenging Goku to the limit Dragonball GT.
6. Black Goku/Zamasu
Fusion
Zamasu, switching bodies with Goku and mastering Super Saiyan Rosé, brought a devastating threat to the saga Dragon Ball Super. Once fused with Fusion Zamasu, he became even more fearsome.
5. Frieze
Frieza Dourado
In Dragon Ball Super: The Return of Frieza, the iconic villain returns even more powerful after intense training that grants him the transformation into Golden Frieza. With this form he is able to rival Goku and Vegeta in their more advanced states, reaffirming his position as one of the franchise’s most feared antagonists.
4.Jiren
Tournament of Power
While not exactly a villain, Jiren was the main antagonist of the Tournament of Power. As a member of the Pride Trooper, he surpassed even the Gods of Destruction in terms of brute strength, rivaling Goku’s Ultra Instinct.
3. Maximum number of cells
Movies Dragon Ball Super: superhero
A gigantic recreation of Dr. Hedo’s Cell, Cell Max is a rampant monster with overwhelming strength. While he lacks the intellect of the original Cell, his durability and destructive power make up for this limitation.
2. Broly
Broly Super Saiyan (full power)
Broly is a legendary warrior with nearly limitless power. In its canon version in the film Dragon Ball Super: Brolyreaches its peak fighting Goku and Vegeta in Super Saiyan Blue, also rivaling Gogeta.
1. Invoices (Beerus)
God of destruction
While Beerus is more of an antagonist than a traditional villain, his presence is present Dragon Ball Super introduced the concept of gods of destruction. He possesses extraordinary power and is a master of Hakai, a technique capable of erasing anything from existence.
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