In shonen anime, rivalry is more than just a personal feud—it’s fuel for adventure and character growth. Series from Dragon Ball to Naruto use tension between heroes and rivals to drive their stories.

Christina Roffe is an Anime Features Writer from the United States. She has experience writing on games on all platforms, including PC, Nintendo, Xbox, and PlayStation. She is especially knowledgeable ...

Shonen anime thrives on rivalries, fueling character growth and narrative tension, exemplified by iconic clashes like Goku vs. Vegeta and Naruto vs. Sasuke. Modern series such as My Hero Academia and ...