A Way of Life for Continuous Growth Learned from Dragon Ball: The Theory of Krillin Being the Strongest
Hello. I am Ryohei, also known as Ryo-chan.
I currently work in IT sales, and because I want to become a multi-talented professional, I aim to become a master of introductions by sharing various real-life experiences and challenges.
This time, I will be writing about the theory that Krillin is the strongest in Dragon Ball.
I feel like I could write endlessly about Dragon Ball (laughs). Dragon Ball is still being serialized today, and the personalities and ways of life of its various characters are incredibly dramatic.
Among them, I believe that the way of life of "Krillin," a character deeply loved by his friends and who shares the deepest bond with Son Goku, holds hints for us to live our own lives powerfully.
There are two main points.
1. His high level of active participation by placing himself where strong people are, and his spirit of self-sacrifice
2. His ability to turn enemies into allies and his quick-witted field presence
1. His high level of active participation by placing himself where strong people are
Krillin is not the strongest among the characters (in the series, strength is quantified as 'power level').
In the story, there is a setting where people who have died can be brought back to life using an item called the Dragon Balls, but unfortunately, Krillin has died three times.
However, the fact that he has died three times is proof of how "brave" he is and how he is always on the "front lines." Krillin is an Earthling, not a "Saiyan warrior race" like the protagonist Son Goku or Vegeta. Since Saiyans increase their power level every time they fight and recover from near-death states, the gap in ability between them and Krillin only widens as the story progresses. However, even if Krillin cannot defeat the enemy characters, he often saves his friends.
[Excerpt from Google Search]
Krillin's power level is 10,000, while Frieza, whom he is fighting at this time, has a power level of over 1,000,000 while still holding back. There is no way he can win.
However, he is very good at using his wits to catch opponents off guard, stop their movements, or confuse them, making him skilled at buying time, rescuing friends, and escaping from enemies. In fact, he is also good at surprise attacks, such as cutting off Frieza's tail and making him feel a moment of panic. Having a friend like this, someone who will throw themselves into danger for you, is truly reliable, isn't it?
[Both articles are excerpts from Google Search]
Even if he cannot win, Krillin places himself on the front lines and has an incredible spirit of giving, thinking, 'Is there something I can do?' or 'At the very least, I can manage to buy some time.' Krillin is usually timid and cowardly, but when it comes to his friends, he does not hesitate to sacrifice himself. This is one of the reasons he is loved, and perhaps why he is always the first to be brought back to life even after he dies.
2. His ability to turn enemies into allies and his quick-witted field presence
In the story, Krillin often teamed up with former enemies (with Piccolo when Vegeta came to Earth, and with Vegeta when fighting Frieza). Piccolo and Vegeta are aliens who are far stronger than Krillin. If they were to face off, Krillin would be no match for them. However, because he is quick-witted and uses the wisdom mentioned in point 1, he earns a certain level of trust, with others thinking, 'This guy is useful' or 'This guy won't run away.' Piccolo and Vegeta have even had scenes where they save Krillin.
[Summary]
From points 1 and 2, what we can learn from Krillin is:
"By constantly being in difficult situations, you can become stronger and acquire the ability to overcome crises."
"Even if your actual ability is inferior, if you have useful weapons or a genuine desire to contribute, you will be recognized by many people and be able to create a place for yourself."
I think that is what it comes down to. While it is hard for us to feel the kind of "existential crisis for Earth" seen in Dragon Ball, I think we can use Krillin's way of life as a reference.
I regularly hold a "Dragon Ball Discussion Group" online with my event friends. It is just a casual entertainment event, but since there are people like me who love Dragon Ball and even find life lessons in it, you are more than welcome if you are interested.
See you later!