About Dragon Ball Characters
Welcome to the comprehensive Dragon Ball characters list and database. Here youβll find detailed profiles of all major and supporting characters in the Dragon Ball series. Each profile covers abilities, personality traits, backstories, and relationships.
What You'll Discover
- Complete character bios and personality types
- Unique abilities, roles, and gameplay traits
- Lore connections, occupations, and recurring appearances
- Data-backed Character Battles with radar charts and quick verdicts
Character Roles in Dragon Ball
Dragon Ball features a wide variety of characters with distinct roles and responsibilities:
- Bio-Android/Perfect Being characters
- Galactic Emperor/Arch-Nemesis characters
- Omni-King/Ruler of Multiverse characters
- Omni-King characters
- Martial Artist/Goku's Best Friend characters
- Ancient Magical Being characters
Below youβll find the complete list of Dragon Ball characters, organized for easy browsing and discovery.
Character Relationships
Discover the key connections that shaped Son Goku's journey, from mentors and allies to the enemies and rivals who pushed him to new heights.
| Character | Connection | Story Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Cell | Major Antagonist | Cell's quest for perfection pushes Earth's defenders to their limits and leads to one of the most important turning points in Gohan's development. |
| Frieza | Arch Enemy | Frieza's tyranny and destruction shape much of the Dragon Ball universe, serving as the catalyst for Goku's legendary Super Saiyan transformation. |
| Grand Zeno | Supreme Ruler | As the highest authority across all universes, Grand Zeno's decisions influence the fate of countless worlds and major events such as the Tournament of Power. |
| Krillin | Best Friend | Krillin is one of Goku's oldest and most trusted companions, providing loyalty, courage, and emotional grounding throughout the series. |
| Majin Buu | Former Antagonist | Buu evolves from a devastating threat into a valuable ally, highlighting themes of redemption and second chances within the Dragon Ball story. |
| Master Roshi (Turtle Hermit) | Mentor | Roshi trains many of Earth's greatest fighters and establishes the values, discipline, and martial arts foundations that shape Goku's journey. |
| Son Goku (Kakarot) | Central Protagonist | Goku's pursuit of strength, self-improvement, and protecting others drives the story's major conflicts and inspires allies across multiple generations. |
| Vegeta | Rival & Ally | Vegeta's transformation from enemy to ally creates one of the franchise's most iconic character arcs, defined by rivalry, pride, and personal growth. |
Character List
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Occupation: Bio-Android/Perfect Being
Debut: Episode 1
Affiliation: Red Ribbon Army (created by Dr. Gero)
Faction: Independent
Race: Bio-Android
Gender: Male
Age: Unknown
Cell
Dragon BallBio-Android/Perfect Being
An artificial life form created from the cells of the universe's greatest fighters, seeking to achieve perfection.
Occupation: Bio-Android/Perfect Being
Debut: Episode 1
Affiliation: Red Ribbon Army (created by Dr. Gero)
Faction: Independent
Race: Bio-Android
Gender: Male
Age: Unknown
Personality
MysteriousArrogantPerfectionistIntelligentSadistic
Abilities
AbsorptionRegenerationKamehamehaAll Z Fighter TechniquesPerfect Form
Quote:
I am the Perfect Being!
Occupation: Galactic Emperor/Arch-Nemesis
Debut: Episode 1
Affiliation: Frieza Force
Faction: Frieza Force
Race: Frost Demon
Gender: Male
Age: Unknown
Frieza
Dragon BallGalactic Emperor/Arch-Nemesis
The tyrannical emperor of the universe who destroyed Planet Vegeta and serves as one of Goku's greatest enemies.
Occupation: Galactic Emperor/Arch-Nemesis
Debut: Episode 1
Affiliation: Frieza Force
Faction: Frieza Force
Race: Frost Demon
Gender: Male
Age: Unknown
Personality
MysteriousCruelArrogantCalculatingSadistic
Abilities
Multiple TransformationsDeath BeamSupernovaTelekinesisGolden Form
Notable Items
Hover PodScouterDeath Ball
Quote:
This isn't even my fil form!
VillainEmperorFrost DemonNemesis
Occupation: Ruler of the Multiverse
Debut: Dragon Ball Super Episode 40
Affiliation: Multiverse
Faction: Deities
Race: Deity
Gender: Male
Age: Unknown
Grand Zeno
Dragon BallOmni-King/Ruler of Multiverse
The supreme ruler of all the Multiverse. While he appears cute and childlike, he possesses infinite power and can erase entire universes in an instant without effort.
Occupation: Ruler of the Multiverse
Debut: Dragon Ball Super Episode 40
Affiliation: Multiverse
Faction: Deities
Race: Deity
Gender: Male
Age: Unknown
Personality
MysteriousChildlikeInnocentCapriciousNeutral
Abilities
EraseFlightImmortalityMagic MaterializationInterdimensional Travel
Notable Items
Zeno Button
Quote:
Bye-bye!
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Occupation: Omni-King
Race: Unknown
Gender: Unknown
Age: Unknown
Grand Zeno
Dragon BallOmni-King
The supreme ruler of all the Multiverse. While he appears cute and childlike, he possesses infinite power and can erase entire universes in an instant without effort.
Occupation: Omni-King
Race: Unknown
Gender: Unknown
Age: Unknown
DeityOmnipotentKing
Occupation: Martial Artist/Goku's Best Friend
Debut: Episode 1
Affiliation: Turtle Hermit School, Z Fighters
Faction: Z Fighters
Race: Human
Gender: Male
Age: Unknown
Krillin
Dragon BallMartial Artist/Goku's Best Friend
Goku's best friend and fellow student of Master Roshi, known for his loyalty and courage despite being human.
Occupation: Martial Artist/Goku's Best Friend
Debut: Episode 1
Affiliation: Turtle Hermit School, Z Fighters
Faction: Z Fighters
Race: Human
Gender: Male
Age: Unknown
Personality
MysteriousLoyalBraveHumorousCaring
Abilities
Destructo DiscSolar FlareKamehamehaMartial Arts
Quote:
I may not be the strongest, but I'll never give up!
Occupation: Ancient Magical Being
Debut: Episode 1
Affiliation: Babidi (initially)
Faction: Independent (later Z Fighters)
Race: Majin
Gender: Male
Age: Unknown
Majin Buu
Dragon BallAncient Magical Being
An ancient magical creature of immense power who can absorb others and has multiple forms.
Occupation: Ancient Magical Being
Debut: Episode 1
Affiliation: Babidi (initially)
Faction: Independent (later Z Fighters)
Race: Majin
Gender: Male
Age: Unknown
Personality
MysteriousChildlikeDestructiveInnocentPowerful
Abilities
AbsorptionRegenerationMagicCandy BeamMultiple Forms
Quote:
Buu turn you into candy!
Occupation: Martial Arts Master
Debut: Episode 1
Affiliation: Turtle Hermit School
Faction: Turtle Hermit School
Race: Human
Gender: Male
Age: Unknown
Master Roshi (Turtle Hermit)
Dragon BallMartial Arts Master
The legendary martial arts master who trained Goku and Krillin in the Turtle Hermit School.
Occupation: Martial Arts Master
Debut: Episode 1
Affiliation: Turtle Hermit School
Faction: Turtle Hermit School
Race: Human
Gender: Male
Age: Unknown
Personality
MysteriousWisePervertedExperiencedCaring
Abilities
KamehamehaMax Power FormMartial Arts MasteryLongevity
Quote:
It would take 50 years to learn what I'm about to teach you in 8 months!
Occupation: Main Protagonist/Saiyan Warrior
Debut: Episode 1
Affiliation: Earth's Special Forces, Turtle Hermit School
Faction: Z Fighters
Race: Saiyan
Gender: Male
Age: Adult (40s-50s)
Son Goku (Kakarot)
Dragon BallMain Protagonist/Saiyan Warrior
A pure-hearted Saiyan warrior raised on Earth who constantly seeks to become stronger and protect his loved ones.
Occupation: Main Protagonist/Saiyan Warrior
Debut: Episode 1
Affiliation: Earth's Special Forces, Turtle Hermit School
Faction: Z Fighters
Race: Saiyan
Gender: Male
Age: Adult (40s-50s)
Personality
MysteriousPure-heartedDeterminedNaiveCompetitive
Abilities
Super Saiyan Transformati...KamehamehaInstant TransmissionUltra InstinctKi Manipulation
Notable Items
Power PoleFlying NimbusTurtle Hermit GiDragon Balls
Quote:
I am the hope of the universe. I am the answer to all living things that cry out for peace. I am protector of the innocent. I am the light in the darkness. I am truth. Ally to good! Nightmare to you!
ProtagonistSaiyanMartial ArtistHero
Occupation: Main Protagonist/Saiyan Warrior
Race: Unknown
Gender: Unknown
Age: Unknown
Son Goku (Kakarot)
Dragon BallMain Protagonist/Saiyan Warrior
A pure-hearted Saiyan warrior raised on Earth who constantly seeks to become stronger and protect hi...
Occupation: Main Protagonist/Saiyan Warrior
Race: Unknown
Gender: Unknown
Age: Unknown
ProtagonistSaiyanMartial ArtistHero
Occupation: Saiyan Prince/Rival turned Ally
Debut: Episode 1
Affiliation: Saiyan Royal Family, Earth's Special Forces
Faction: Z Fighters
Race: Saiyan
Gender: Male
Age: Adult (40s-50s)
Vegeta
Dragon BallSaiyan Prince/Rival turned Ally
The proud prince of the Saiyan race who initially came to Earth as a conqueror but became one of its greatest defenders.
Occupation: Saiyan Prince/Rival turned Ally
Debut: Episode 1
Affiliation: Saiyan Royal Family, Earth's Special Forces
Faction: Z Fighters
Race: Saiyan
Gender: Male
Age: Adult (40s-50s)
Personality
MysteriousProudDeterminedCompetitiveStrategic
Abilities
Super Saiyan Transformati...Big Bang AttackFinal FlashGalick GunUltra Ego
Notable Items
Saiyan ArmorGravity Training ChamberScouter
Quote:
Trunks, Bulma... I do this for you. And yes, even for you, Kakarot.
SaiyanPrinceRivalAnti-Hero
Character Battles
Pairwise radar charts based on Enjoyip Battle Score (Attack Potency, Speed, Durability, Combat Intelligence, Hax).
Top Battle Score Characters
A quick, data-driven snapshot of the strongest characters based on the Enjoyip Battle Score framework. Try the Battle Simulator.
7 picks
| Rank | Character | Battle Score | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Zeno (Omni-King) | 9.82 | god |
| 2 | Son Goku (Kakarot) | 9.52 | god |
| 3 | Vegeta | 9.47 | god |
| 4 | Frieza | 9.42 | god |
| 5 | Majin Buu | 9.42 | god |
| 6 | Cell | 9.25 | high-meta |
| 7 | Krillin | 8.50 | shonen-top |
Battle Score is a composite metric designed for cross-franchise comparisons. It is not a canonical in-universe power level.
Cell vs Frieza
Final Verdict
Winner: Frieza β High Difficulty / Debatable
According to the Enjoyip Battle Score, Frieza holds the overall advantage over Cell. While both are formidable fighters, Frieza's higher total score (9.42 to 9.25) gives them the decisive edge in a neutral scenario.
Cell vs Zeno (Omni-King)
Final Verdict
Winner: Zeno (Omni-King) β Low Difficulty
According to the Enjoyip Battle Score, Zeno (Omni-King) holds the overall advantage over Cell. While both are formidable fighters, Zeno (Omni-King)'s higher total score (9.82 to 9.25) gives them the decisive edge in a neutral scenario.
Cell vs Krillin
Final Verdict
Winner: Cell β Low Difficulty
According to the Enjoyip Battle Score, Cell holds the overall advantage over Krillin. While both are formidable fighters, Cell's higher total score (9.25 to 8.50) gives them the decisive edge in a neutral scenario.
Cell vs Majin Buu
Final Verdict
Winner: Majin Buu β High Difficulty / Debatable
According to the Enjoyip Battle Score, Majin Buu holds the overall advantage over Cell. While both are formidable fighters, Majin Buu's higher total score (9.42 to 9.25) gives them the decisive edge in a neutral scenario.
Cell vs Son Goku (Kakarot)
Final Verdict
Winner: Son Goku (Kakarot) β Mid Difficulty
According to the Enjoyip Battle Score, Son Goku (Kakarot) holds the overall advantage over Cell. While both are formidable fighters, Son Goku (Kakarot)'s higher total score (9.52 to 9.25) gives them the decisive edge in a neutral scenario.
Cell vs Vegeta
Final Verdict
Winner: Vegeta β Mid Difficulty
According to the Enjoyip Battle Score, Vegeta holds the overall advantage over Cell. While both are formidable fighters, Vegeta's higher total score (9.47 to 9.25) gives them the decisive edge in a neutral scenario.
Frieza vs Zeno (Omni-King)
Final Verdict
Winner: Zeno (Omni-King) β Mid Difficulty
According to the Enjoyip Battle Score, Zeno (Omni-King) holds the overall advantage over Frieza. While both are formidable fighters, Zeno (Omni-King)'s higher total score (9.82 to 9.42) gives them the decisive edge in a neutral scenario.
Frieza vs Krillin
Final Verdict
Winner: Frieza β Low Difficulty
According to the Enjoyip Battle Score, Frieza holds the overall advantage over Krillin. While both are formidable fighters, Frieza's higher total score (9.42 to 8.50) gives them the decisive edge in a neutral scenario.
Frieza vs Majin Buu
Final Verdict
Winner: Draw β High Difficulty / Debatable
According to the Enjoyip Battle Score, Frieza and Majin Buu are incredibly evenly matched. Their overall scores are extremely close (9.42 vs 9.42).
Frieza vs Son Goku (Kakarot)
Final Verdict
Winner: Son Goku (Kakarot) β High Difficulty / Debatable
According to the Enjoyip Battle Score, Son Goku (Kakarot) holds the overall advantage over Frieza. While both are formidable fighters, Son Goku (Kakarot)'s higher total score (9.52 to 9.42) gives them the decisive edge in a neutral scenario.
Frieza vs Vegeta
Final Verdict
Winner: Vegeta β High Difficulty / Debatable
According to the Enjoyip Battle Score, Vegeta holds the overall advantage over Frieza. While both are formidable fighters, Vegeta's higher total score (9.47 to 9.42) gives them the decisive edge in a neutral scenario.
Zeno (Omni-King) vs Krillin
Final Verdict
Winner: Zeno (Omni-King) β Low Difficulty
According to the Enjoyip Battle Score, Zeno (Omni-King) holds the overall advantage over Krillin. While both are formidable fighters, Zeno (Omni-King)'s higher total score (9.82 to 8.50) gives them the decisive edge in a neutral scenario.
Zeno (Omni-King) vs Majin Buu
Final Verdict
Winner: Zeno (Omni-King) β Mid Difficulty
According to the Enjoyip Battle Score, Zeno (Omni-King) holds the overall advantage over Majin Buu. While both are formidable fighters, Zeno (Omni-King)'s higher total score (9.82 to 9.42) gives them the decisive edge in a neutral scenario.
Zeno (Omni-King) vs Son Goku (Kakarot)
Final Verdict
Winner: Zeno (Omni-King) β Mid Difficulty
According to the Enjoyip Battle Score, Zeno (Omni-King) holds the overall advantage over Son Goku (Kakarot). While both are formidable fighters, Zeno (Omni-King)'s higher total score (9.82 to 9.52) gives them the decisive edge in a neutral scenario.
Zeno (Omni-King) vs Vegeta
Final Verdict
Winner: Zeno (Omni-King) β Mid Difficulty
According to the Enjoyip Battle Score, Zeno (Omni-King) holds the overall advantage over Vegeta. While both are formidable fighters, Zeno (Omni-King)'s higher total score (9.82 to 9.47) gives them the decisive edge in a neutral scenario.
Krillin vs Majin Buu
Final Verdict
Winner: Majin Buu β Low Difficulty
According to the Enjoyip Battle Score, Majin Buu holds the overall advantage over Krillin. While both are formidable fighters, Majin Buu's higher total score (9.42 to 8.50) gives them the decisive edge in a neutral scenario.
Krillin vs Son Goku (Kakarot)
Final Verdict
Winner: Son Goku (Kakarot) β Low Difficulty
According to the Enjoyip Battle Score, Son Goku (Kakarot) holds the overall advantage over Krillin. While both are formidable fighters, Son Goku (Kakarot)'s higher total score (9.52 to 8.50) gives them the decisive edge in a neutral scenario.
Krillin vs Vegeta
Final Verdict
Winner: Vegeta β Low Difficulty
According to the Enjoyip Battle Score, Vegeta holds the overall advantage over Krillin. While both are formidable fighters, Vegeta's higher total score (9.47 to 8.50) gives them the decisive edge in a neutral scenario.
Majin Buu vs Son Goku (Kakarot)
Final Verdict
Winner: Son Goku (Kakarot) β High Difficulty / Debatable
According to the Enjoyip Battle Score, Son Goku (Kakarot) holds the overall advantage over Majin Buu. While both are formidable fighters, Son Goku (Kakarot)'s higher total score (9.52 to 9.42) gives them the decisive edge in a neutral scenario.
Majin Buu vs Vegeta
Final Verdict
Winner: Vegeta β High Difficulty / Debatable
According to the Enjoyip Battle Score, Vegeta holds the overall advantage over Majin Buu. While both are formidable fighters, Vegeta's higher total score (9.47 to 9.42) gives them the decisive edge in a neutral scenario.
Son Goku (Kakarot) vs Vegeta
Final Verdict
Winner: Son Goku (Kakarot) β High Difficulty / Debatable
According to the Enjoyip Battle Score, Son Goku (Kakarot) holds the overall advantage over Vegeta. While both are formidable fighters, Son Goku (Kakarot)'s higher total score (9.52 to 9.47) gives them the decisive edge in a neutral scenario.