Fans can’t seem to get enough of Dragon Ball DAIMA, as it comes out as the long-anticipated canonical installment in the Dragon Ball franchise. The interesting concept that it has brought with it has managed to conjure massive excitement about the show. However, you might argue there’s one thing in particular that might be missing.
It is the lack of a compelling villain! While little Goku and his friends’ adventures have certainly been an awesome treat to watch, the sheer essence of terror that Dragon Ball is known for is somewhat absent. And for that very reason, this might be the perfect opportunity for them to reintroduce the viewers to Hatchiyack! But why him exactly?
Hatchiyack, One of The Most Underrated Villains in The Dragon Ball Universe
Despite being so powerful and all, Hatchiyack remains the most underestimated villain in the Dragon Ball universe. In the 1990 TV special Dragon Ball Z: Plan to Eradicate the Saiyans, we got to know that Hatchiyack was created by the former scientist of the Tuffle race named Dr. Raichi. He is an android with massive strength built solely to gain vengeance on the Saiyan race, which had destroyed his people.
Except for the original TV special, Hatchiyack has made some occasional appearances in video games and manga. However, still to this day, he remains quite important to the Dragon Ball plot for one certain reason. His connection with the Tuffle-Saiyan conflict provides an understanding of the past battles that created the Dragon Ball universe.
Having a strength at par with Frieza and Cell, Hatchiyack’s immense power and regeneration abilities make him a force to be feared. So naturally, there is still a lot of potential in him as a villain, leaving fans wondering what could have been if he were more prominently featured in the latest series, Dragon Ball DAIMA!
Dragon Ball DAIMA Can Bring Out The Most in Hatchiyack, Given its Current Narrative Direction
While holding hands with DAIMA, Hatchiyack can finally unleash his true potential. Interestingly, DAIMA’s narrative direction offers an ideal platform for Hatchiyack’s reappearance. The mysterious circumstances surrounding the heroes’ de-aging could be tied to Dr. Raichi’s sinister plans, integrating Hatchiyack into the story.
As a result of Dr. Raichi’s revenge against the Saiyans, Hatchiyack holds a treasure trove of compelling backstories waiting to explode. From his first appearance in a Nintendo title to being one of the focal points of relatively few Dragon Ball Z OVAs, Hatchiyack has a very captivating storyline. With his past being the pillar of DAIMA, this could be a golden opportunity for him to become a part of the regular storyline.
By exploring Hatchiyack’s capabilities and Dr. Raichi’s motivations, DAIMA can bring out a compelling and unpredictable villain. This could even redefine Hatchiyack’s place within the Dragon Ball universe, cementing his status as a truly formidable antagonist.
Dragon Ball DAIMA is available to watch on Crunchyroll and Netflix.
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