The **Dragon Ball Super** manga is making a comeback, bringing a historic change to the franchise this April 2026. With Toyotarou confirmed as Akira Toriyama's official successor, the artist now holds the power to integrate old concepts into the canon, potentially making the legendary Super Saiyan 5 an official reality. This decision marks a new era for fans, as the mangaka takes full creative control of the narrative without the original creator's direct supervision.
Toyotarou's rise to the top of the franchise means his previous works, like the famous fanzine *Dragon Ball AF*, gain unprecedented relevance. In the past, only Toriyama's contributions were considered canon; however, Toyotarou's sketches and ideas will now dictate the story's direction. Therefore, the white-haired, full-body-haired form—which previously existed only in fans' imaginations—gains official material status starting with Chapter 105.
## Blurring the Lines Between Official and Filler
In recent interviews, the new leader of the saga stated that he views almost all Dragon Ball material as part of a vast, connected universe. Due to this perspective, productions like *Dragon Ball GT* and *Super Dragon Ball Heroes* may be integrated into the main timeline more seamlessly. Chapter 104 already took the first step in this direction by including Olibu, a character previously exclusive to the classic anime's side episodes.
In addition to this unification, the franchise's future also expands to the screen with the remake *Dragon Ball Super: Beerus*, slated for release in the winter of 2026. In the meantime, readers eagerly await the official date for the manga's next chapter, which promises to fully solidify these bold transformations. In this way, Toyotarou not only continues Toriyama's legacy but also embraces the fan culture that has kept the series alive for decades.