The world of manga has lost a legendary figure. Akira Toriyama, the acclaimed creator of the beloved Dragon Ball series and a renowned artist for the Dragon Quest franchise, has passed away at the age of 68 on March 1. The cause of his death was an acute subdural hematoma. His family and Bird Studio, the producer of many of his works, announced his passing but have decided to refrain from accepting flowers, condolences gifts, or visits. Plans on how to commemorate his life have yet to be announced, but his family expresses their profound gratitude for the flood of support in this difficult time.
Remembering Akira Toriyama
The manga and gaming communities are in mourning, as beloved creator Akira Toriyama has left the world. He made a profound impact with titles such as Dragon Ball and was still in the process of creating works at the time of his passing. His sudden departure leaves a massive void, but his legacy lives on in his creations.
A statement on the Dragon Ball website reads, “We are deeply saddened to inform you that Manga creator Akira Toriyama passed away on March 1st due to acute subdural hematoma. He was [the] age of 68. It’s our deep regret that he still had several works in the middle of creation with great enthusiasm. He has left many manga titles and works of art to this world”. They expressed gratitude for the overwhelming global support during his 45-year career and hoped that his unique creative world would continue to be loved by all.
A Legacy in Manga and Gaming
While globally recognized for Dragon Ball, Akira Toriyama wore many creative hats. He was the mastermind behind successful manga series like Dr. Slump and one-shot manga Sand Land. He not only penned manga but also lent his distinctive art style to the gaming industry, designing characters for various video games including the Dragon Quest series, Chrono Trigger, and Blue Dragon. At the time of his demise, he was working diligently on the upcoming television series Dragon Ball Daima and the manga Dragon Ball Super.
Wrapping Up
His passing marks the end of an era for the manga and gaming industry that was significantly shaped by his creative genius. Toriyama’s dedication to his craft has left a lasting legacy, which will continue to inspire both current and future generations of creators and readers alike. Condolences are extended to his family and friends during this time. For more related content about the world and craft of global entertainment, visit HitPlay.
