NEWS
05.08.2025
Weekly ☆ Character Showcase #221: Draculaman!
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Draculaman
The Weekly ☆ Character Showcase is an article series where we introduce one character from the Dragon Ball universe each week. This week, we're taking a look at the bloodsucking brute who bars the way to the Fortuneteller, Draculaman!
Story
One of Fortuneteller Baba's warriors.
True to his name, his ability to turn into a bat and suck the blood out of his opponent is quite reminiscent of the eponymous Count.
In order to have her locate the Dragon Balls with her powers, Goku and friends face off against Fortuneteller Baba's warriors. This sanguine soldier is the first to stand in their way.
After dodging Krillin's attacks, he transforms into a bat and confuses Krillin with his quick movements, then latches onto his head and begins sucking his blood.
(Tale 99)
He then claims victory by kicking the dazed, bleeding Krillin out of the ring.
(Tale 99)
His next battle is against Upa and Puar.
Upa, having eaten garlic beforehand in preparation for this battle, uses his breath on Draculaman, who then turns into a bat to escape.
(Tale 99)
He attempts to bite Puar, but Puar turns himself into an echidna, causing Draculaman to scream in pain.
(Tale 99)
What's more, when Upa stands straight and spreads his arms to mimic a cross, Draculaman once again takes his bat form and flees.
(Tale 99)
However, he finds himself literally slapped down by Puar, who has taken the form of a giant hand.
(Tale 99)
First Appearance
"Dragon Ball" Tale 99
Trivia
His fighting style is akin to Muay Thai?
Draculaman demonstrates an impressive knee kick on Krillin. Judging by his clothing and the moves he shows off before the fight, his combat style seems to be based on Muay Thai.
(Tale 99)
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