Torbie (Dragon Ball)
Torbie (トルビー, Torubī) is a skilled and powerful deceased fighter from the South Area of Universe 7 and a student of South Kai.
| Names | Torbie (トルビー, Torubī) |
| Gender | Male ♂ |
| Race | Alien |
| Occupation | Martial Artist |
| Origin | Dragon Ball Z Episode 197: "Water Fight" (大界王星熱狂！！まきおこせ悟空旋風 Dai Kaiō-sei Nekkyō!! Makiokose Gokū Senpū, lit. "Wild Enthusiasm on Dai Kaiō's Planet!! Goku Stirs Up a Whirlwind" (August 18, 1993) |
| Alignment | Unknown |
| Age | 1000s of Years |
| Created By | Toei Animation |
Appearance[edit | edit source]
Torbie has an insectoid physique, bearing a strong resemblance to Perfect Cell. His exoskeleton is reddish, and he possesses two large wings on his back. His head shape slightly resembles Darth Vader's helmet, though it could also be interpreted as the inverse of Cell's head structure.
Personality[edit | edit source]
Torbie approaches his battles with seriousness and dedication, showing respect for the competition. However, his focused demeanor can be disrupted by unexpected events, such as Tapkar surrendering mid-match after exhausting himself, leaving Torbie visibly bewildered.
Biography[edit | edit source]
Dragon Ball Z – Majin Buu Saga[edit | edit source]
Torbie competes in the Other World Tournament, where he first faces Tapkar. His opponent's excessive energy expenditure from running around the arena results in Tapkar forfeiting, granting Torbie victory by default.
In the finals, Torbie battles Pikkon but is quickly defeated and carried out of the ring by medics. Later in the series, Torbie makes brief appearances, including during Kid Buu's attack on Grand Kai's Planet.
Dragon Ball GT – Shadow Dragon Saga[edit | edit source]
Torbie is seen training under South Kai when Goku requests energy from across the universe to form the Super Ultra Spirit Bomb and defeat Omega Shenron.
Powers and Statistics[edit | edit source]
Tier: High 3-A
Powers and Abilities: Superhuman Physical Characteristics, Acrobatics, Martial Arts Mastery, Ki Manipulation (Master Level), Flight, Aura Immortality (Types 1, 2, 3 & 7; When Piccolo defeated Chiaotzu in King Kai's planet, it is stated that he cannot die since he is already dead. This is further supported by the fact the Ginyu Force could survive getting impaled by multiple spears and come back unharmed), Regeneration (At least High-Mid; Angel Frieza and Cell came back after being frozen with an ice machine and accidentally shattered), Self-Sustenance (Type 2)
Attack Potency: High Universe level (could briefly fight with Pikkon, who effortlessly one shot Cell)
Speed: Infinite (Comparable to Tapkar who was stated by Goku to be so fast his eyes couldn't keep up with him, who flew from Grand Kai’s planet to Hell in his base form)
Lifting Strength: At least Class P, likely far higher
Striking Strength: High Universe level
Durability: High Universe level
Stamina: Very high
Range: Standard Melee Range. High Universal with ki blasts and attacks.
Standard Equipment: None notable
Intelligence: Highly knowledgeable in martial arts and general combat after having trained with South Kai for much time, potentially centuries.
Weaknesses: None Notable
Note: Torbie only appears in an anime filler arc and does not appear in the original manga, he is non-canon to the original Dragon Ball series.
Trivia[edit | edit source]
- Torbie’s name is inspired by his insectoid appearance.
- His head resembles Darth Vader's helmet but may also be designed as the inverse of Cell's head shape, as both share a similar build.
- Both Torbie and Cell are voiced by Dameon Clarke in the Funimation dub of Dragon Ball Z.
- Za Priccio from Dragon Ball Super bears a resemblance to Torbie and Cell. Like Torbie, Za Priccio is a minor tournament fighter originating from a distant location unknown to the main cast.
