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{{nihongo|'''Yamucha'''|ヤムチャ|Yamucha|'''Yamcha''' in most [[English language|English]] adaptations}} is a [[fictional character]] who [[First appearance|first appears]] in the [[Dragon Ball (manga)|''Dragon Ball'' manga]] created by [[Akira Toriyama]], followed by an [[Dragon Ball (anime)|anime series]], including ''[[Dragon Ball Z]]'' and ''[[Dragon Ball GT]]''. He is introduced as a [[thief]] and started out as an [[antagonist]] of [[Son Goku (Dragon Ball)|Son Goku]] but quickly reformed and became an ally and [[Z Fighters|Z Fighter]]. His constant companion is [[List of Earthlings in Dragon Ball#Pu'ar|Pu'ar]]. His [[seiyū]] is [[Tōru Furuya]]. In the English [[Dubbing (filmmaking)|dub]], he is [[Voice acting|voiced]] by [[Ted Cole]] and later [[Christopher Sabat]].
{{nihongo|'''Yamucha'''|ヤムチャ|Yamucha|'''Yamcha''' in most [[English language|English]] adaptations}} is a [[fictional character]] who [[First appearance|first appears]] in the [[Dragon Ball (manga)|''Dragon Ball'' manga]] created by [[Akira Toriyama]], followed by an [[Dragon Ball (anime)|anime series]], including ''[[Dragon Ball Z]]'' and ''[[Dragon Ball GT]]''. He is introduced as a [[thief]] and started out as an [[antagonist]] of [[Son Goku (Dragon Ball)|Son Goku]] but quickly reformed and became an ally and [[Z Fighters|Z Fighter]]. His constant companion is [[List of Earthlings in Dragon Ball#Pu'ar|Pu'ar]]. His [[seiyū]] is [[Tōru Furuya]]. In the English [[Dubbing (filmmaking)|dub]], he is [[Voice acting|voiced]] by [[Ted Cole]] and later [[Christopher Sabat]]. His name is a pun on "Yum cha", a term in Cantonese which literally means "drinking tea". <ref>[http://www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/gourmet/tea/index.jhtml]</ref> <ref>[http://www.saiyanisland.com/si.php?si=anime/dbz/misc/namepuns]</ref> <ref>[http://www.experiencefestival.com/a/Yum_cha/id/1957458]</ref>

== Appearance ==
== Appearance ==
Yamucha's appearance stays relatively the same for the majority of the series, although his clothes and [[hairstyle]] is changed several times throughout the series. Many of Yamucha's hairstyles are also used (most likely coincidentally) by [[Son Gohan]] at various points in his life.<ref>http://www.myfavoritegames.com/dbz/HairGuide(New).htm</ref> According to [[List of Earthlings in Dragon Ball#Artificial Human 19|Artificial Human 19]]'s scanner, Yamucha is 183 [[centimeters]] tall and weighs 68 [[kilograms]], during the [[Android Saga]].<ref>http://www.bulma.nl/nl/afltxt_dbz126.php</ref> Inclusively, series creator [[Akira Toriyama]] suggested that Yamucha would be a baseball player for [[anime]] [[Filler (media)|filler]] material of ''[[Dragon Ball Z]]''. This was shown shortly on screen in an episode.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0868066/bio|title=Biography for <big>Akira Toriyama</big>|accessdate=2007-12-14|publisher=[[Internet Movie Database]]}}</ref>
Yamucha's appearance stays relatively the same for the majority of the series, although his clothes and [[hairstyle]] is changed several times throughout the series. Many of Yamucha's hairstyles are also used (most likely coincidentally) by [[Son Gohan]] at various points in his life.<ref>http://www.myfavoritegames.com/dbz/HairGuide(New).htm</ref> According to [[List of Earthlings in Dragon Ball#Artificial Human 19|Artificial Human 19]]'s scanner, Yamucha is 183 [[centimeters]] tall and weighs 68 [[kilograms]], during the [[Android Saga]].<ref>http://www.bulma.nl/nl/afltxt_dbz126.php</ref> Inclusively, series creator [[Akira Toriyama]] suggested that Yamucha would be a baseball player for [[anime]] [[Filler (media)|filler]] material of ''[[Dragon Ball Z]]''. This was shown shortly on screen in an episode.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0868066/bio|title=Biography for <big>Akira Toriyama</big>|accessdate=2007-12-14|publisher=[[Internet Movie Database]]}}</ref>


== Summary ==
== Summary ==
Yamucha enters the series early in ''[[Dragon Ball (manga)|Dragon Ball]]'' as a [[bandit]] in a [[desert]]; he ambushes [[Son Goku (Dragon Ball)|Son Goku]], [[Bulma]] and [[List of Earthlings in Dragon Ball#Oolong|Oolong]] as they are traveling through the desert and attempts to rob them of their money and ''hoi poi'' capsules.<ref>''Dragon Ball'' manga, vol. 1, chapter ?</ref> He also becomes a student under [[Muten Roshi]] and loses his fear of women through his relationship with Bulma.<ref>''Dragon Ball'' manga, vol. 2-16, chapters ?</ref> Yamucha also enters the 21st, 22nd, and 23rd Tenkaichi Budokais along with Goku, but loses in the first round of each tournament, to Jackie Chun (Muten-Roshi), Tenshinhan, and Shen (Kami) respectively. <ref>''Dragon Ball'' manga, volumes 3, 10, and 15</ref>
Yamucha enters the series early in ''[[Dragon Ball (manga)|Dragon Ball]]'' as a sixteen years old <ref>[http://www.dbzgtlegacy.com/age_chart.shtml]</ref> [[bandit]] in a [[desert]]; he ambushes [[Son Goku (Dragon Ball)|Son Goku]], [[Bulma]] and [[List of Earthlings in Dragon Ball#Oolong|Oolong]] as they are traveling through the desert and attempts to rob them of their money and ''hoi poi'' capsules.<ref>''Dragon Ball'' manga, vol. 1, chapter ?</ref> He also becomes a student under [[Muten Roshi]] and loses his fear of women through his relationship with Bulma.<ref>''Dragon Ball'' manga, vol. 2-16, chapters ?</ref> Yamucha also enters the 21st, 22nd, and 23rd Tenkaichi Budokais along with Goku, but loses in the first round of each tournament, to Jackie Chun (Muten-Roshi), Tenshinhan, and Shen (Kami) respectively. <ref>''Dragon Ball'' manga, volumes 3, 10, and 15</ref>


In ''Dragon Ball Z'', Yamucha dies along with [[Tenshinhan]], [[List of Earthlings in Dragon Ball#Chaozu|Chaozu]] and [[Piccolo (Dragon Ball)|Piccolo]] in the battle against [[List of Saiyans in Dragon Ball#Nappa|Nappa]], and goes on to train with [[List of supernatural beings in Dragon Ball#North Kaio|North Kaio]] in the afterlife just as [[Son Goku (Dragon Ball)|Son Goku]] did, growing greatly in power.<ref>''Dragon Ball Z'' manga, vol. 5, chapter ?</ref> Through North Kaio, he is able to witness his friends battles on Planet Namek; when Goku is thought to have been killed in the destruction of the Planet Namek after defeating [[Freeza]], Yamucha relays the information to everyone through his girlfriend [[Bulma]]. He is returned to life 130 days later from a wish to [[List of supernatural beings in Dragon Ball#Porunga|Porunga]] and continues to live at Capsule Corp with Bulma and, after the two finally end their relationship, she enters a long-term relationship with [[Vegeta]].<ref>''Dragon Ball Z'' manga, vol. 12, chapter ?</ref>
In ''Dragon Ball Z'', Yamucha dies along with [[Tenshinhan]], [[List of Earthlings in Dragon Ball#Chaozu|Chaozu]] and [[Piccolo (Dragon Ball)|Piccolo]] in the battle against [[List of Saiyans in Dragon Ball#Nappa|Nappa]], and goes on to train with [[List of supernatural beings in Dragon Ball#North Kaio|North Kaio]] in the afterlife just as [[Son Goku (Dragon Ball)|Son Goku]] did, growing greatly in power.<ref>''Dragon Ball Z'' manga, vol. 5, chapter ?</ref> Through North Kaio, he is able to witness his friends battles on Planet Namek; when Goku is thought to have been killed in the destruction of the Planet Namek after defeating [[Freeza]], Yamucha relays the information to everyone through his girlfriend [[Bulma]]. He is returned to life 130 days later from a wish to [[List of supernatural beings in Dragon Ball#Porunga|Porunga]] and continues to live at Capsule Corp with Bulma and, after the two finally end their relationship, she enters a long-term relationship with [[Vegeta]].<ref>''Dragon Ball Z'' manga, vol. 12, chapter ?</ref>
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== Abilities ==
== Abilities ==
Yamucha is skilled as a [[Swordsmanship|swordsman]] (he is seen using a [[sword]] early in the series)<ref>''Dragon Ball Z'' manga, vol. 1, chapter 8</ref> and makes clever use of ''Rogafufuken'' as well as ''Kamehameha'' waves,. Another of his attacks, ''Sokidan'', is a fast homing [[List of comic book superpowers#Energy blasts|energy sphere]]. He trained under [[List of supernatural beings in Dragon Ball#North Kai|North Kai]], which is when he completely perfected his usage of energy based attacks and defeated Reacoome of the Ginyu Force. Like many other characters in ''[[Dragon Ball (manga)|Dragon Ball]]'', Yamucha has the ability of ''Bukujutsu'', a technique that allows him to fly. Later during the series Yamucha uses a variety of generic ''[[Qi|chi]]'' blasts.
Yamucha is skilled as a [[Swordsmanship|swordsman]] (he is seen using a [[sword]] early in the series)<ref>''Dragon Ball Z'' manga, vol. 1, chapter 8</ref> and makes clever use of ''Rogafufuken'',<ref>''Dragon Ball Z'' manga, vol. 1, chapter 8</ref> a fictional [[hand-to-hand]] attack and his trademark. He is able to pull off basic ''Kamehameha'' waves,<ref>http://www.myfavoritegames.com/dragonball-z/Info/WorldTournaments/22ndWorldTournament.htm</ref> as well as some variations. Another ability, ''Sokidan'', is a fast homing [[List of comic book superpowers#Energy blasts|energy sphere]] capable of going underground for a surprise attack. He trained under [[List of supernatural beings in Dragon Ball#North Kai|North Kai]], which is when he completely perfected his usage of energy based attacks and defeated Reacoome of the Ginyu Force. Like many other characters in ''[[Dragon Ball (manga)|Dragon Ball]]'', Yamucha has the ability of ''Bukujutsu'', a technique that allows him to fly. Later during the series Yamucha uses a variety of generic ''[[Qi|chi]]'' blasts.

=== Attacks ===
;'''Rogafufuken''' ''(Wolf Fang Fist)''
:Yamcha's trademark attack, it's a fast series of powerful swipes, grips and kicks that leave the victim looking as though they were mauled by a wolf. <ref>''Dragon Ball Z'' manga, vol. 1, chapter 8</ref> Usually in the anime, while executing this move, Yamcha's body is overlayed with the symbolic image of a [[Gray Wolf|wolf]]. <ref>[http://www.myfavoritegames.com/dragonball-z/Info/AttackList/U-W.htm]</ref>

:During his fight with [[Tenshinhan]] in the 22nd World Martial Arts Tournament, Yamcha uses an improved version called '''''Shin Rogafufuken''''' (New Wolf Fang Hurricane Fist).

;'''Sokidan''' ''(Controllable Energy Bullet)''
:An [[List of comic book superpowers#Energy blasts|energy sphere]] that Yamcha can guide with great precision and control. Unlike other homing attacks, the sokidan doesn't automatically follow its target, as Yamcha has full control of it at all times. He must remain stationary and focused to manipulate the attack. Known as the ''Spirit Ball'' in english releases. <ref>[http://www.myfavoritegames.com/dragonball-z/Info/AttackList/R-T.htm]</ref>

;'''Kamehameha'''
:Yamcha is able to pull off the Kamehameha attack. <ref>[http://www.myfavoritegames.com/dragonball-z/Info/AttackList/I-K.htm] </ref><ref>http://www.myfavoritegames.com/dragonball-z/Info/WorldTournaments/22ndWorldTournament.htm</ref>


== Live-action film ==
== Live-action film ==

Revision as of 06:16, 18 December 2007

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Yamucha
Dragon Ball character
File:Yamcha photo.jpg
Yamucha by Akira Toriyama
First appearanceDragon Ball, volume 1, chapter 7
Dragon Ball, episode 5
Created byAkira Toriyama
In-universe information
AliasZedaki (Harmony Gold dub)
Yamcha (later English dubs)
SpeciesEarthling
GenderMale

Yamucha (ヤムチャ, Yamucha, Yamcha in most English adaptations) is a fictional character who first appears in the Dragon Ball manga created by Akira Toriyama, followed by an anime series, including Dragon Ball Z and Dragon Ball GT. He is introduced as a thief and started out as an antagonist of Son Goku but quickly reformed and became an ally and Z Fighter. His constant companion is Pu'ar. His seiyū is Tōru Furuya. In the English dub, he is voiced by Ted Cole and later Christopher Sabat. His name is a pun on "Yum cha", a term in Cantonese which literally means "drinking tea". [1] [2] [3]

Appearance

Yamucha's appearance stays relatively the same for the majority of the series, although his clothes and hairstyle is changed several times throughout the series. Many of Yamucha's hairstyles are also used (most likely coincidentally) by Son Gohan at various points in his life.[4] According to Artificial Human 19's scanner, Yamucha is 183 centimeters tall and weighs 68 kilograms, during the Android Saga.[5] Inclusively, series creator Akira Toriyama suggested that Yamucha would be a baseball player for anime filler material of Dragon Ball Z. This was shown shortly on screen in an episode.[6]

Summary

Yamucha enters the series early in Dragon Ball as a sixteen years old [7] bandit in a desert; he ambushes Son Goku, Bulma and Oolong as they are traveling through the desert and attempts to rob them of their money and hoi poi capsules.[8] He also becomes a student under Muten Roshi and loses his fear of women through his relationship with Bulma.[9] Yamucha also enters the 21st, 22nd, and 23rd Tenkaichi Budokais along with Goku, but loses in the first round of each tournament, to Jackie Chun (Muten-Roshi), Tenshinhan, and Shen (Kami) respectively. [10]

In Dragon Ball Z, Yamucha dies along with Tenshinhan, Chaozu and Piccolo in the battle against Nappa, and goes on to train with North Kaio in the afterlife just as Son Goku did, growing greatly in power.[11] Through North Kaio, he is able to witness his friends battles on Planet Namek; when Goku is thought to have been killed in the destruction of the Planet Namek after defeating Freeza, Yamucha relays the information to everyone through his girlfriend Bulma. He is returned to life 130 days later from a wish to Porunga and continues to live at Capsule Corp with Bulma and, after the two finally end their relationship, she enters a long-term relationship with Vegeta.[12]

During the Cell Saga, Yamucha is the first to encounter #19 and #20, and is taken out when #20 absorbs his energy.[13] He is later revived by a Senzu bean and takes the heart-diseased Goku home to get his medicine after the Super Saiyan loses to #19. Yamucha later joins the others in the Cell Games and teams up with Tenshinhan to protect the weakened Goku from the Cell Juniors, though they are easily beaten.[14]. Following Cells defeat at the hands of Gohan and Goku's death, Yamucha and the others return to their peaceful lives. By the time of the Majin Buu Saga, Yamucha has given up fighting and goes to the 25th Tenkaichi Budokai with the others to be a spectator and also meet Goku, who is given a day to return from the Other World.[15]Yamucha is later killed again when Majin Buu turns him into chocolate and eats him, along with Kuririn, Bulma, and the other allies. During Goku and Vegeta's battle against Buu, Yamucha is brought back to life by the Namekian Dragon Balls, and he and the others on Earth give their energy to Goku's Super Genki-Dama, which he uses to destroy Buu and restore peace to the universe.[16]

Abilities

Yamucha is skilled as a swordsman (he is seen using a sword early in the series)[17] and makes clever use of Rogafufuken,[18] a fictional hand-to-hand attack and his trademark. He is able to pull off basic Kamehameha waves,[19] as well as some variations. Another ability, Sokidan, is a fast homing energy sphere capable of going underground for a surprise attack. He trained under North Kai, which is when he completely perfected his usage of energy based attacks and defeated Reacoome of the Ginyu Force. Like many other characters in Dragon Ball, Yamucha has the ability of Bukujutsu, a technique that allows him to fly. Later during the series Yamucha uses a variety of generic chi blasts.

Live-action film

Yamucha will be played by Korean pop singer Joon Park[20] in the Dragon Ball Z live action movie.

References

  1. ^ [1]
  2. ^ [2]
  3. ^ [3]
  4. ^ http://www.myfavoritegames.com/dbz/HairGuide(New).htm
  5. ^ http://www.bulma.nl/nl/afltxt_dbz126.php
  6. ^ "Biography for Akira Toriyama". Internet Movie Database. Retrieved 2007-12-14.
  7. ^ [4]
  8. ^ Dragon Ball manga, vol. 1, chapter ?
  9. ^ Dragon Ball manga, vol. 2-16, chapters ?
  10. ^ Dragon Ball manga, volumes 3, 10, and 15
  11. ^ Dragon Ball Z manga, vol. 5, chapter ?
  12. ^ Dragon Ball Z manga, vol. 12, chapter ?
  13. ^ Dragon Ball Z manga, volume 13, chapter ?
  14. ^ Dragon Ball Z manga, volume 18, chapter ?
  15. ^ Dragon Ball Z manga, volume 20, chapter ?
  16. ^ Dragon Ball Z manga, volume 26, chapter ?
  17. ^ Dragon Ball Z manga, vol. 1, chapter 8
  18. ^ Dragon Ball Z manga, vol. 1, chapter 8
  19. ^ http://www.myfavoritegames.com/dragonball-z/Info/WorldTournaments/22ndWorldTournament.htm
  20. ^ Live-Action DBZ info., McKlde's Live-Action DBZ movie blog, December 14, 2007.
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