The Big Picture Son Goku of Dragon Ball isn't just Earth's greatest protector; he's also one of the most recognizable characters in all fiction. For both Western and Eastern audiences, his unruly spiky hair, bright orange gi, and positive-yet-diligent personality make him one of the most beloved figures in media.
Release Date February 26, 1986 Cast Stephanie Nadolny , Mike McFarland Main Genre Animation Seasons 5 What Is 'Journey to the West' About? Akira Toriyama took heavy inspiration from the classic Chinese story, Journey to the West. The novel, considered one of the most influential and significant pieces of literature from China, was first published in the 16th century, but its impact is felt even centuries later.
Sun Wukong's inspiration doesn't end there, as several magical artifacts from the old Chinese story were also adapted in Dragon Ball. Like Goku's Power Pole, the Monkey King possessed a staff capable of dramatically changing its size at the user's command. Both monkey-related characters also rode magical flying clouds, as Goku's Flying Nimbus was based on Wukong's similar cloud and ability.
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