Why We Love Piccolo

[@Serdun]

It's legitimately impossible to NOT like Piccolo, he's like the universally chill uncle everyone has

[@SwordSerpent07]

Yea

[@vegetacultminorityhunter]

But he's green though? (This is satire)

[@a180combatbowsergamepro6]

!​@@vegetacultminorityhunter

[@a180combatbowsergamepro6]

Nahh

[@SpectroliteDS]

GuGURRgrr, i HAET PICKLOUGH!!1! Tha BIG GREeN doES not LET THAT CHLD ALONE!

[@personofaperson5571]

I've always had an idea that since Namekians seem to live for an impossibly long amount of time, if Dragon Ball ever goes through a 100-year timeskip thing with a new cast and no Goku, that Piccolo would be a sort of "Roshi" figure. With how much he teaches and how effective he is at it, I'd like to see Piccolo become a sort of legendary master.

[@newnamek96]

Kinda like how kami was until they got dende.

[@dreadzilla_9548]

I like this idea. Piccolo is in the perfect position to lead multiple generations to greatness

[@foxos7776]

That’s lowkey kinda sad cause that would mean bro could outlive gohan after watching him grow as a child

[@FrankieFrak-Frakityfranker]

@@foxos7776 At least he would have dende and pop o… and roshi

[@we11ee]

@@foxos7776 shid bro he lowkey already did outlive him

[@GamerMinilla]

Its just so cute how piccolo holds cell phones. Really drives home how he's still to this day not all that used to earth customs and technology.

[@clarissacraig486]

He holds them like their icky, it’s actually adorable

[@mikewebsters4119]

I love his cat phone case

[@flufferusgoobus]

I love Piccolo and the fact he was ignored power-wise post-Cell Games still makes me frustrated I couldn't stop crying (and it still hurts) when Piccolo accidentally said goodbye on behalf of Toriyama.

[@samueloak1600]

Not accidental

[@kavyaprajapati8589]

Toriyama told toyotaro to change the panel to saying good bye to us Toyotaro normally made him just fly away from there

[@samueloak1600]

@@kavyaprajapati8589 Wasn't it Toyotaro's doing after Akira's passing?

[@flufferusgoobus]

@@samueloak1600 No. Toyotaro sent him the rough draft, where they would just fly away, and Toriyama said to have Piccolo waving before flying away instead

[@dankscarce]

I'm sure Toriyama figured his time was drawing to an end and made this change before passing away. RIP Toriyama ❤️

[@williamcartertindale11]

The Big Green himself.

[@reyespena1013]

Ha abridge

[@Lemonkey2345]

​@@reyespena1013i think the big green name comes from the AB groupe dub

[@Indra.rohann]

Whaaa it’s big grweenn

[@JESSEMaldonado-jx9ms]

​@@Indra.rohannLet that child alone.

[@scanman2416]

no thats nail

[@JohnPizzapasta]

Piccolo has slowly become one of my absolute favorite characters, he's so well written as a character and he's genuinely just raw as hell

[@JoshTBM]

Piccolo has always been my favorite so many dont appreciate him enough I can't wait to see orange piccolo added to sparking zero

[@Chriso22]

Exactly he deserves more respect especially now

[@zippersnstitches9009]

piccolo is the only guy to go from boss to playable character and not get nerfed

[@Abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz1024]

Vegeta lol.

[@zippersnstitches9009]

@@Abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz1024 nah hes still in the dirt, love the guy but he hasnt got a single proper win since namek

[@loadshedding_]

​@@zippersnstitches9009pui pui?

[@coolbeans107]

@@zippersnstitches9009Android 19 and Pui Pui? Goku’s only legit solo win after the Namek saga is Yakkon.

[@sirnutaku7716]

My boy Big Green, I don't think there's a more loved character that has a chill fan love relationship like Piccolo. He is just the boy that shows up, does his thing, leaves and doesn't elaborate.

[@dreadzilla_9548]

He's BIG ORANGE now

[@dilldall2080]

One of the OGs & Toriyam's favorite getting more respect. Dude was consistent MVP in all of the Dragon Ball franchise based on his wits alone.

[@KleinpeterHank]

When I heard Big Green say: “Let that child alone” I knew he was him. Fr tho I’ve always loved Piccolo. In many ways he had the Vegeta redemption arc before Vegeta, but because a lot of people are less familiar with OGDB he doesn’t get the same recognition. Plus, the drip he has in the driving episode of DBZ is peak.

[@SwordSerpent07]

The grill master on TOP

[@Mammoth_X1]

And he grew from a villian to the character with the BIGGEST HEART

[@plo617]

Piccolo is amazing. I love how he doesn't take anyone's mess. When Nappa and Vegeta showeds up, he was a straight up badass. He's easily the coolest DBZ character.

[@SenyiKimmo]

Another great thing about SUPER HERO is how Piccolo's wish to unlock his potential is a sharp contrast to King Piccolo's wish to restore his youth. King Piccolo wished to restore his youth out of pure selfish desire, a regression to what he used to be, and not looking towards the future. In fact, he even _kills Shenron_ after making his wish, so no one else would be able to use the Dragon Balls. Meanwhile, Piccolo Jr's wish to unlock his potential is borne from his desire to protect the people he's grown to care about, and a recognition of his own limits (and the desire to push past them). It's implied that the "little extra" that Shenron granted Piccolo is actually the life force that Kami infused into Shenron all those years ago, meaning it's returning to where it came from. (Don't worry, this just means Shenron is now only running on Dende's energy) Not to mention that what Piccolo is wishing for is something that Namekian Elders can do, so it ties back to his culture.

[@Ydnar710]

I'm so glad piccolo finally got some love in the dbs super hero movie. Even though i got beast gohan's form spoiled for me via facebook, i got surprised by orange piccolo. i hope they keep piccolo in the spotlight :) love the content ty so much! Keep doing Great :)

[@kmdreacts]

Piccolo is Top Bins!! Another interesting fact about that Nail fusion, Piccolo gained ALL Knowledge about Namek, it's people, Guru and what ever else Nail had experienced during his entire time as Nameks strongest warrior and Guru's protector. The magic & power of Namekians has Always interested me since OG Dragon Ball during the King Piccolo arc... But then, Piccolo Jr just whips out devastating ki attack after devastating ki attack like it was nothing.

[@SelfEmbodimentOfPerfection]

Piccolo is my second favorite character to play in sparking zero, just behind Jackie chun. (I don’t know why it’s a roshi skin, they’re not the same person.)

[@michaeleverett1376]

Can;t wait for his new forms to be in sparking zero.

[@dbza4107]

Piccolo is the first one to sacrifice himself if it came down to it, piccolo doesent make dumb decisions like the rest of the cast when it comes to the earth, piccolo is knowledgeable and respectful, i dont think he is everyone’s favorite buthe has no glaring flaws as a character

[@TheWarmachine375]

Piccolo is pure unadulterated awesomeness.

[@nubdub-wj3ej]

JUNE?! HOW FAR AHEAD IS HE?

[@SaladSaiyan]

Editing for February rn 🤫

[@nubdub-wj3ej]

@@SaladSaiyan you are half a year ahead damn

[@gamelord6976]

Wow that's awesome can't wait to see what you have planned for us

[@SwordSerpent07]

​​@@SaladSaiyan my man Is really editing for february on october

[@francescocalabrese441]

​​@@SaladSaiyan "I am *always* 4 months ahead" -Salad Saiyan

[@foxygramps1207]

Piccolo is just that guy who always finds a way to contribute. Obviously, he's a warrior at heart. But he's not so proud that if you need a backup fighter, a meat shield, a mentor, or even a babysitter, he'll do what he's gotta do. AND since he doesn't have main character syndrome, his fights are usually these intense nail biters.

[@jaredrobinson7071]

piccolo has always been my favorite since I was a little kid.

[@markblacksmith1119]

I love the fact that almost all movies is lit because of piccolo's support and intelligence, he's the goat

[@supergageman1]

I think giving him a huge power up after dende taking over the mantle of guardian of earth and making his own shenron is perfect. Kami put a huge amount of power into making a wish dragon and having the creation giving back that huge power to his creator is beautiful. Very deserved

[@skoobzkb]

Yeah this video pretty much summarizes my reasoning for loving Piccolo a lot. Him, Gohan, and Videl are my top 3 favorite DB characters. And seeing my 2 of my favorites have such a focus on in film made my incredibly happy when Super Hero first released.

[@Jax-tq4fl]

I've went back and forth on who was my favorite character between Vegeta and Piccolo, and honestly I think Piccolo takes it for me. I was legit jumping up and down when he got his new orange transformation.

[@MonkeyD.Gerald]

Piccolo just tends to be that uncle/Older brother that is chill and someone you wanna look up to.He is my 3rd favorite db character!

[@esconde9922]

one of the GOATs, his final power-up more than deserved and I love how it's like a culmination of his own journey (just wish they called it a more fitting/cooler name like Dragon Form)

[@zetset8098]

Piccolo is my fav character but he is so underrated. This guy was strong even before asimilation with Kami. He sold nice kick on the face of final form Frieza and he easily defeated C20.

[@0kdevv_]

Love that piccolo is getting the yellow pads back, makes him look more like Shenron

[@markvlogs1758]

Piccolo had great character development, lore and is a just a great guy to be around. What's not to like about him?

[@BJGvideos]

Piccolo is my favorite. I have a soft spot for characters who overcome their mental programming and become more than they were ever meant to be.

[@Touma134]

He's just the chill straight man who is a bit of a lovable goof in his own way. Do not interrupt the grill master.

[@trentonayershandsoffire3620]

And that's why we love piccolo… nicely did!!

[@UltraPickleMan]

Piccolo is like that guy that does nothing but everyone is chill with

[@Titian_0]

Gohan and piccolo go hand in hand as my favorite

[@jeremycurtis7298]

Glad to see my favorite character get some shine💯

[@mikewebsters4119]

With piccolo in the daima openings and endings shown as prominently as vegeta, i think hes gonna play a big role

[@21stcenturyschizoidmana29]

Celebration for his returning status as some kind of Demon

[@justinruschke9122]

Piccolo is my absolute favorite… l can’t wait to see what the future has in store for him… it’s time for him to shine and hopefully he gets to defeat the main enemies for a change!!!

[@arian8993]

Piccolo has Goat status since OG Dragonball

[@razumtazum3246]

Always loved Piccolo but felt he would often get the short end of the stick. It was awesome seeing him take center stage in Dragonball Superhero. That one is now by far my favorite of the Dragonball movies.

[@byrdgyme2k8]

Piccolo Hive!! You’ve earned my sub good video

[@elcidgaming]

When I was a kid my mom and dad bought me a Son Gohan toy from toykingdom. At that time there were still DB toys that were original. However at that time only regular DB was airing. I literally waited for a long time for Gohan to be introduced which was a long time since I have that Son Gohan adult Super saiyan version with purple Gi..

[@nachoconqueso3000]

All i m saying is piccolo always shows up in the coldest poses

[@joshnunya324]

Hes not a Fraud, has cool powers, raised Gohan and has the power of *DRIP*

[@GrandCaptainSpeedyDashGames]

Funny enough, every villain turned ally was because of a greater threat. Tien because of Demon King Piccolo (though this is stretching both points) Piccolo because of Raditz + Nappa and Vegeta Vegeta because of Ginyu Force and Frieza with the androids sprinkled in for good measure. Androids because of Cell (A little more rocky but still) Dabura because of Majin Buu (Technically more just against Buu but still) Majin Buu because of Kid Buu

[@denpogi10]

Wrong, Fat Buu turned good because of the world champion and the puppy

[@mackenziefrancis9724]

He protec he attack but most importantly he baby sat

[@dandyspacedandy]

im not finished with the video, but in advance, i wanna chalk it up to the idea that crucial decisions often stopped being placed on piccolo since his fight with 17, and stopped entirely after the buu saga up until at best the tournament of power and superhero. this meant there were a lot less opportunities for him to be used to screw up for the sake of the plot, like what happened with the fighters who _are_ more integrated into the plot. Like Goku acting out of character, Vegeta repeatedly getting crushed by hubris, and Gohan not being strong enough because he can never have his potential tapped into when most convenient. those three keep making mistakes or failing to live up to the occasion because they keep having to relearn their character arc, more noticeably with Gohan. with Vegeta it could be argued that he never forgot that he accepted Goku as being the strongest, and that he just wants to keep rivaling him for the sake of their mutual growth, or at least to keep bettering himself. but it hardly ever feels that way, like he's still bent out of shape over his pride and saiyan tradition in some aspects. and i dont think i need to touch on the removal of goku's frontal lobe post buu saga lmao meanwhile, piccolo may have gotten progressively more sidelined, but like krillin, he ended up in a fine place, being basically the godfather to the kids of the son family. its a heartwarming and respectable position to be in, and training the next generation of fighters adds more layers of intrigue to the world of dragon ball, instead of melting into a homogenous stew of "the goku and vegeta bloodlines are the only real fighters on earth" situation that it tends to gravitate towards. i mean, it STILL is that, aside from the androids and buu, but piccolo being a present element helps in my opinion. i assume that last part isnt stuff people really think about, but it matters to me at least lol

[@joaconunez2028]

thank u for this video, I´ve always liked piccoro and I nedded something talking about gim

[@mobydedede4321]

Despite being green he is the most down to earth relatable guy in the show imo, getting changed by others around him And mentoring the next generation while also not being perfect and improving his flaws.

[@WellToastedBagel]

Off of the back of his own potential, he was #2 all the way to the end of the Android saga, and what arguably is the beginning of the Cell saga. If that isn't cool, idk what is.

[@ParkAir33]

I just love that piccolo seems to be the one character that is always locked in and logical, thinking about the best way to win a fight and takin the great good into account at every turn. Because we all know there have been some SERIOUSLY questionable decisions throughout Dragonball, whether it be from someone's ego, nature, etc. Piccolo just has that determination and poise along with being willing to do anything for the benefit of the innocent, it just makes him fit in so well with Goku and Dragonball as a whole.

[@morginstjarna]

Piccolo is great. I've always been a huge Vegeta fanboi, especially GT Vegeta, but Super is starting to change that. Piccolo always being my second favourite...he might just take the 1st spot. Great video!

[@AhmedHussain-ju6xd]

Seeing piccolos new form, orange is truly the new black 😁

[@HowardKohler-z1d]

It's simple. He's relatable, babysittingand grilling. Reliable, helping others. He's serious when surrounded by goofy people. He's independent but not unafraid to ask for help. He is a mature character.

[@yexe9129]

Ngl, it's also hilarious that a guy who people meme is Gohan's true dad...is only three years older than him.

[@ImzyH]

Piccolo is a CHAD thats why we all love him

[@3aminparadisee]

Ngl ever since i was a kid watching dbz i thought goku was cool but seeing piccolo being a complete menace and certain voicelines in games just the way hes actually important to the story so is his race i love the fact his race made the dragon balls

[@_WiZ420]

Also this video was needed for the community in general: too many people think it's nigh-exclusively Gohan to change Piccolo. Goku and Gohan both contributed to it, and the fact you pointed out that Gohan shows Goku-like qualities when changing the Demon clan Namekian... These are simple details, but so many people overlook these parts. Losing sight of these subtleties are apart of why a certain people can appreciate any complex show that isn't Dragon Ball.

[@beltbuckleboy2885]

He's green and cool so thats why we liek him

[@otislamar8613]

June 2024 bro you dropped this in October

[@Chriso22]

Littreally my favourite character in the series

[@theatlantean8036]

Salad Saiyan competition with Madara as the biggest glazer 😭

[@specialnewb9821]

Piccolo killed Gokus brother and replaced him as that brother. Too bad you didn't have time to add the new revelation from yesterday.

[@guardiantree8879]

He never stops, training, teaching, fighting, grilling, babysitting & dropping one liners (especially in dba). Also I freakin love how protective he is of Pan in Super. So sweet. For some comedy gold though I do kinda wish he had a girlfriend in a similar vain to Launch & Tien.

[@Shizukizaraki7575]

I love piccolo definitely my favourite character in dbz and in fiction

[@sirnutaku7716]

May 13th Piccolo day, we shall all celebrate the day of Big Greens love to the world 🗣

[@TheDoof0412]

It would be kinda hard to hate the big green grill master Piccolo himself

[@Strongestintheuniverse0]

I dont think I’ve ever seen a person who doesnt like piccolo, most people I’ve seen like him or just dont have an opinion on him

[@Perple]

Piccolo is my favourite character in all of fiction. I love my green unc

[@djhamzadubai]

Also i think one of the main things is that he has such a cool design, he gives me Kai vibes from Beyblade

[@bdf1006]

You mentioned an important point of Goku having an effect to bring out the best in people and that really needs to be highlighted. Plenty people complain about Goku sparing his enemies but from Goku's perspective that is the correct choice considering literally none of the Z fighters were good people when Goku first met them. Yamcha - Bandit, Tien/Chaitzu - Assassin, Piccolo - Main Villian, Krillin was a dick to him in the beginning, Roshi was a giant pervert, Chi-Chi his wife is the daughter of a Bandit King and Bulma shot Goku when they first met. Goku has every reason to believe anyone can change and he's proven right after Dragon Ball as well with Vegeta, the Androids and even Majin Buu who was basically the Ultimate Evil during Z.

[@jiero3253]

That new diama episode really made room for speculation on the origins of namekians. Demon king piccolo might have actually been a demon king

[@stephenquinn3447]

He always has been, he was literally never said to not be a demon, just also a namekian

[@diablo.the.cheater]

@@stephenquinn3447 But the new info from Daima seems to imply that Namekians ARE a species from the Demon World, essentially a species of demons, which would make every namekian a demon.

[@Martiangrl86]

@@stephenquinn3447I think the more intriguing bit is the “King” part of the Demon King title. Especially since Daima is all about a new Demon King ascending the throne after the previous Demon King was killed. We may find out that title wasn’t completely made up on Piccolo’s part and actually has some basis on in his mysterious past as the Nameless Namek.

[@ssppeeaarr]

cuz in og piccolo was a demon. no namek lore was invented... but now daima has come back to that and made it legit and also namekian. king piccolo is a demon namekian. but not all those in demon realm are bad. there are goods too.

[@MorTphyr]

The best dad in dragon ball😤

[@0kdevv_]

Krillin and piccolo are in my top 4 favorite characters, their presence was missed in super

[@TheGroingler]

I think it’s pretty straight forward: immaculate drip = fan favorite

[@LunaP1]

I had a crush on Piccolo in the past. Still like him, though.

[@HomeChallengerLilWon]

Everything those new villains did, Picoolo, did it already. KI attack spams that Vegeta do, Picoolo did first. Using deadly KI Beams to kill people? That was Picoolo, not Frieza. Turning into a Giant to gain advantage in a fight? Picoolo was doing that already, Vegeta and every other prehistoric Saiyan did it too to gain advantage in a fight. Picoolo just introduced it first. Picoolo revolutionized regeneration. Cell and Majin Buu just did it better due to the nature of their bodies and Dr. Gero genius. Blowing up the tournament mat was not Cell, it was Picoolo.

[@VanTesla]

Piccolo has some of the biggest character development outside of, say Vegeta. Piccolo is just cool and an interesting character from being born as a reincarnation of Evil King Piccolo who showed signs in early Dragon Ball of not being as evil. As in saving the kid during the storm and fighting within the rules of the tournament until Goku. Things his father King Piccolo wouldn't ever have done. Him also pretty much training in solitude while Goku started a family while not harming anyone in those years who showed he wasn't the pure evil he claimed. As in King Piccolo, who really had no honor and was fine with say assassination. So, though, Piccolo still wanted to kill Goku and beat him. He didn't try any cheap tricks during the time Goku spent with Chi Chi. Piccolo arc with Gohan also is where we see him really start changing towards good. Gohan, in essence, directly and indirectly teaches Piccolo to care beyond himself. As it culminates in Piccolo, sacrifice against Nappa to save Gohan. Nail could sense later in Namek besides Piccolo's strength, his pure intentions as to Nail willing to do the forbidden Namekian fusion with one he just met. Piccolo was a vital training partner for Gohan and Goku during the years before the Androids as well. I could go further in his contributions and character growth, but I think we all already know😅. Only wish in canon he got a few big Ws by himself is my only silly complaint. For example, in Super Hero, I believe Toriyama originally intended for Piccolo to get the win mostly himself, but his editor, or perhaps it was the company, wanted Gohan to get more the spotlight... Mind, that was a rumor I remembered reading a few years ago now and can't say it was true or not.

[@Captain-lw7fx]

Legitimately can't trust anyone who doesn't fw Piccolo

[@bgvo4373]

I wish Piccolo (and every character) kept their original less muscular design.

[@liams22u59]

I love Piccolo because he's hands down the coolest Black anime character.

[@shaycormaic5365]

He green

[@liams22u59]

@shaycormaic5365 That's racist.

[@chara2038]

You know what's weird? I don't even like Dragon Ball, the discourse around it kinda fascinate me though, and even i really like Piccolo XD

[@Adrian-m2u1w]

I have a stupid smile on my face when I saw this come in my recommended

[@toxicboommc35]

He’s my favorite character for a reason

[@cypher1482]

If you hate the great Saiyaman, consider yourself AN OPP

[@rednaxela5960]

Piccolo and gohan are def my favorite characters. Its hard to decide whos my favorit, but im certain both are top 2. You sum up why i like piccolo extremely well. From his intoduction to now, hes always been pretty great. Ik people didnt like babysotter piccolo, and I didnt like how for a time that was his main relevance, but Im glad that he is kidna like that as its a great way to show how much goku has changed him and how connected he is with gohan.

[@Pauper-Prince]

7:13 yamcha looks like a menace fr. even tien looking at him like wtf🤣

[@fuostae5063]

this is such a beautiful video

[@EYYYYYJustin]

Me when i see a vegeta, gohan or goku hater: Understandable have a nice day. Me when i see a Piccolo hater: MAKANKOSAPPO!!!!

[@Ironically_Alone]

Hi M a new subscriber and came here after watching Carthu’s 1Mil collab Loved your answers !

[@Blackkray777]

Piccolo lowkey my uncle

[@KiraiKatsuji]

Perfect video.

[@xicor172]

Grill master, big green, piccolo, piccolo jr, nameless namekian. Lets add more to the list

[@JimDA1000]

A beautifully done thesis on piccolo jr.

[@BallisticBlaze24]

“DO NOT INTERRUPT THE GRILL MASTER!”

[@hopefulhyena3400]

My favorite character turns my favorite color. Awesome.

[@netgam0s]

Great video