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16.06.2026
Weekly ☆ Character Showcase #260: Ipana From the Dragon Ball: Episode of Bardock Anime!
Ipana - Dragon Ball: Episode of Bardock -
The Weekly ☆ Character Showcase is an article series where we introduce one character from the Dragon Ball universe each week. This time, we're looking at the inoffensive yet inspiring inhabitant of Planet Plant, Ipana.
Story
Ipana is the doctor of his village who lives on Planet Plant with his son, Berry.
When Ipana discovers Bardock collapsed on the outskirts of the forest after being caught in Planet Vegeta's explosion, he brings him to safety and heals his wounds with a secret remedy passed down on Planet Plant.
Ipana immediately rushes to treat the injured villagers when Space Pirate Chilled and his army attack Ipana's village. He displays great courage by stepping in to help Bardock who is in dire straits after being attacked by Chilled.
First Appearance
Dragon Ball: Episode of Bardock Anime
Trivia
Ipana's medicine is extraordinarily powerful!
As Ipana applies his secret remedy to Bardock's wounds, the pain quickly subsides. Bardock notes that it closely resembles the liquid used by the Frieza Force in their Medical Machines. Considering Planet Vegeta was formerly known as Planet Plant, there's a distinct possibility that the secret remedy was also stolen when the Saiyans took over.
→Preview: Next week's character is someone who also has tendril-like appendages like Ipana!
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