Breaking news - we are happy to announce our 2nd annual DBZ meetup in honor of Akira toriyama. May he rest in peace as we continue to love and appreciate what he has created and all that he has influenced .
We decided last year that one of the ways we can honor this man’s contributions to anime , manga and the world - was to gather together peacefully and have a meetup - it was a great time -
cosplay was not mandatory but it is always welcomed - this year the same goes
You can wear or bring any dragon ball memorabilia or just come and meet fellow fans
My brother is and always will be a huge fan and he introduced me to dragon ball many many many years ago
I’m happy to be your host and your go to person if you have anything to add please message me -
This time around I have some helping hands
And we will be introducing music , refreshments and performances !!!
I’m truly excited !!!
I chose this place to keep this event free , everything is coming out of my pocket
All you have to do is show up and enjoy what we are working so hard to put together
There are not a whole lot of FREE activities anymore
But after all the love and support the community has extended to me , it’s my pleasure to organize events where we can just be us
Please leave the drama and toxicity at your home or wherever you got it
This is a kid friendly event
Peace will be protected at all cost
Back to the cosplay -
Mashups are welcome , normies are welcome all fans are welcome
We will be streaming virtually on TikTok live ,
I want to do a video montage so please prepare a few words , their will be 3 questions ( this is optional )
What do you love about dragon ball
Who is your Favorite character
And is there anything you want to say about Akira Toriyama ?
Join us !!!
I don't think there is a single Dragon Ball fan alive who doesn't know the legendary creator of Dragon Ball, Akira Toriyama. His impact on the anime industry and the hearts of millions of fans worldwide is undeniable. On April 21st, we will gather together in cosplay to remember and honor the life and legacy of this incredible artist.
From the very beginning, Toriyama was a visionary. His unwavering dedication to his craft led him to create one of the most beloved anime universes, one that has inspired countless fans, both old and new, for generations. As we honor his life on this day, let's take a moment to appreciate the joy, the laughter, and the tears that Dragon Ball has brought into countless lives.
Akira Toriyama was not just an animator. He was a true innovator, pushing the boundaries of what was possible in anime and manga. His fearless creativity allowed him to bring his characters to life in a way that resonated with fans on a deeply emotional level. Dragon Ball is a testament to his genius, a timeless work of art that will continue to live on in our hearts and in the annals of pop culture for generations to come.
So let's come together as one to celebrate the life and work of Akira Toriyama. Let's show our respect and admiration for the man who brought us one of the most cherished stories of all time. And let's remember that even though he's gone, his spirit will live on in everything we do. On Sunday July 13th , let's gather in cosplay and good spirits to remember the legendary creator of Dragon Ball.
From 2pm - 7pm
we will gather together in cosplay to memorialize the life of akira toriyama the creator of dragon ball and innovator who we all respected and admired join us
Dbz meetup Sunday July 13th is in the works open to any ideas -
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