Dragon Ball
鳥山 明 [Akira Toriyama]
Dragon Ball
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
Limited Edition
by 鳥山 明 [Akira Toriyama]
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
What if a young boy with a mysterious past held the power to change the fate of the world? Imagine a universe where incredible battles and powerful friends collide in an epic quest for magical Dragon Balls. But with danger lurking at every turn, will he find the strength to protect everything he loves?
Quick Assessment
Dragon Ball is a graphic novel series blending action, adventure, and fantasy suited for teens ages 13 to 18. Presented in its original Japanese right-to-left reading format, it features intense battles and themes of friendship and courage. Parents should note the presence of fantasy violence and complex storylines typical of young adult manga.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781591163602
- Pages
- 192
- Publisher
- VIZ Media LLC
- Published
- November 12, 2003
- Type
- Fiction