Dragon Ball Movie 1: Curse Of The Blood Rubies ... -

The movie introduces Pansy (known as Penny in some English dubs), a young girl seeking help to save her village from King Gurumes’ oppressive mining operations. Why It’s a Must-Watch for Fans

Released on December 20, 1986, (originally titled The Legend of Shenron ) holds a special place in anime history as the very first feature-length film in the massive Dragon Ball franchise. This 50-minute adventure served as a retelling of the original "Emperor Pilaf Saga," but with a major twist: it introduced an entirely new villain and an alternate timeline. The Story: Familiar Faces, New Foes Dragon Ball Movie 1: Curse of the Blood Rubies ...

Instead of the bumbling Emperor Pilaf, our heroes face , a once-benevolent ruler transformed into a gluttonous monster by the greed of finding "Blood Rubies" beneath his kingdom. The movie hits many of the classic beats fans love: The movie introduces Pansy (known as Penny in

Return to the Beginning: A Look Back at Dragon Ball: Curse of the Blood Rubies The Story: Familiar Faces, New Foes Instead of

Goku, Bulma, and Oolong team up to find the wish-granting spheres.

While it essentially "remixes" the first 13 episodes of the series, Curse of the Blood Rubies offers several unique elements:

Their first meeting is slightly modified; Bulma hits Goku with her motorcycle instead of a car.