Dragon Ball’s New Villain Is (Finally) Going to Make the Anime Scary Again
Dragon Ball has officially announced Dragon Ball Super: The Galactic Patrol, set to cover the events of the Galactic Patrol Prisoner Saga, which follows the Tournament of Power. The official announcement was made on January 24, 2026, alongside the announcement of Dragon Ball Super: Beerus, which will be a remake of the Battle of Gods arc, airing in Fall 2026. With the announcement of new projects, the Dragon Ball fan base has been flooded with excitement, particularly for the continuation of the story. While there is no official set date for The Galactic Patrol, the new project will finally introduce Dragon Ball Super’s most fearsome villain yet.
Moro Stands Among Dragon Ball’s Most Fearsome Villains
Moro as seen in Dragon Ball Super manga
Moro is the central antagonist in the next arc of Dragon Ball and is unlike any other villain in the series so far. Unlike many antagonists who are driven by revenge or chaos, Moro’s actions are strategic, methodical, and chillingly efficient as he aims to achieve absolute power and create a universe free from law and order.
Unlike past villains like Frieza, Cell, or Majin Buu, Moro systematically incapacitates the Z-Fighters and views all life simply as food.
He’s known as the Planet-Eater and has been held prisoner by the Galactic Patrol for 10 million years. However, despite his long confinement, he remains calculated and cunning, making him an ancient evil that has learned from both experience and consequence. Paired with his ability to absorb the energy and life force from his opponents and planets, Moro has the power to turn the tables against the heroes in ways that are difficult to overcome. Unlike past villains like Frieza, Cell, or Majin Buu, Moro systematically incapacitates the Z-Fighters and views all life simply as food.
Moro Brings a Fresh Threat to Dragon Ball Super
As a villain with no redeeming qualities, Moro’s introduction is a clear tonal shift for the series. However, paired with his unique attributes, he stands out as far more than just a terrifying villain, but also as a fresh threat in Dragon Ball. Unlike the vast majority of other characters in the series, Moro’s power stems from magic rather than ki. He’s an ancient sorcerer who passively siphons energy from his opponents and can use his magical abilities to create natural disasters, read memories, and use telekinesis.
Beyond that, Moro stands out as a villain because he and the entire arc are shaped almost entirely by Toyotaro. The narrative was built from the ground up in the hands of Toyotaro, the artist behind Dragon Ball Super, who many consider to be Akira Toriyama’s chosen successor. Moro’s abilities and motivations make him stand out from other villains in Dragon Ball, with his creation itself marking a departure from familiar villains. As an antagonist that defies expectation, Moro poses a unique threat to the heroes, delivering an unforgettable sense of tension and dread that makes the arc one of Dragon Ball Super’s best.
