Vegeta: True Origins of the Dragon Ball Legend
Many may think that Vegeta, from Dragon Ball, was always the powerful Prince of the Saiyan race, but his true origin remains a mystery to even the most elite fans of the show. His role as the 'Prince' and 'King of all Saiyans' was never fully explained until later in the series, yet it quickly became an essential part of Vegeta and the Dragon Ball storyline.
In his formative years, Vegeta was trained under the tutelage of Frieza. It is widely thought that Frieza's army was responsible for the extinction of the Saiyans, Vegeta being the only known survivor of the annihilation. However, Vegeta's training and loyalty to Frieza was short-lived, as he soon broke away and started training himself as a fighter, gaining the strength and power of a Super Saiyan warrior.
The origin of Vegeta's abilities is an interesting mystery. It is possible that the transformation of the Super Saiyan was passed down to him through his Saiyan heritage, although the full extent of Saiyan power was unknown to Vegeta at the time. It is also feasible that his power was the result of an ancient source, such as the rumoured 'Power of the Gods' that lay within the Dragon Balls, which Vegeta may have unknowingly unlocked.
Regardless of how Vegeta achieved his strength, what remained clear was that the Super Saiyan transformation had made Vegeta one of the strongest warriors in the universe. So much so, he threw down an incredible challenge to Goku and the rest of the Z-fighters, sparking a rivalry that would define the series. The intensity of this rivalry would often be so great, the two would even attempt to destroy each other, with Vegeta proving to be a formidable opponent.
By the end of Dragon Ball Vegeta and Goku had managed to put their differences aside and form a short-lived but meaningful bond. This unlikely alliance proved an invaluable part of the series and would eventually lead to Vegeta not only being accepted as an important part of the cast, but considered a core member of the Z-fighter family.
The true origin of Vegeta and the legend of the Dragon Ball can only be truly found in the depths of the series, or in the hearts of the viewers who embraced the Prince of all Saiyans. The Dragon Ball legend will never be forgotten, with Vegeta standing as a powerful reminder of what can be achieved with dedication and passion.