Summary
Fans eager for an action-packedDragon Ballgame on mobile can look atDragon Ball Legendsas the closest thing there is to replicate the iconic series’ iconic battles. Despite its appearance as a collectible gacha title,Dragon Ball Legendsis easily one of the most visually-pleasingDragon Ballgames out there. Not to mention, the game also possesses one of the most extensive character progression systems for the genre.
Interestingly enough, the game also has more than enough characters to collect, allowing players to acquire and use their favorite characters across the entirety of theDragon Ballfranchise in jaw-dropping combat. However, with more than 100+ characters out there, which are thebestDragon Ball Legends characters?
Updated on August 17th, 2024, by Rhenn Taguiam:With a Legends Limited Super Saiyan Broly arriving in Dragon Ball Legends, fans of Saiyans can finally get the Legendary Super Saiyan as a menace in the form of a Red Element striker. On top of being able to transform into the Legendary Super Saiyan, Broly is capable of boosting his damage purely by attacking, and may even prevent an enemy’s cover change with a nasty punishment counter. While this iteration of Broly has yet to make an impact in the overall state of the meta, fans might be wondering just who else they should try obtaining in order to create powerful setups. Among must-tries include a Nappa-Vegeta fusion, Baby’s form after absorbing Vegeta, an alternate version of Ultra Instinct Goku, and Gohan’s first foray into his Super Saiyan 2 form, all of which are now included on this list following its latest update.
19Revival Nappa (Purple, LL)
Long-Ranged Tank To Switch With A Decent Heavy-Hitter
In what appears to be a reenactment of a weakened Nappa’s death at the hands of Vegeta,Revival Nappa (Purple, LL)is a Revive unit that players can use to finish their Purple unit kit. Nappa can boost his damage and recharge his Unique Gauge on top of an anti-Destroy Card, coupled with another damage boost with a +100% Unique Gauge charge alongside an anti-Enemy Cover.
However, when he “dies” and switches to full-health Vegeta, this unit becomes a powerhouse. During the switch-up, Vegeta gets a limited +80% Damage boost while inflicting a -30% special moves debuff. The Prince also has a Cover Change punisher in the form of destroying one card with a draw speed debuff. As Vegeta, he can inflict three substitution counts on all Son Family opponents. While it can take a while to eliminate Nappa to secure a Vegeta revive, players can use this time to earn Special Skill Arts (Green) to maximize the unit’s effects.
18Legendary Super Saiyan Broly (Purple, UL)
Immensely Useful Punishing Tank When Leveled Up
There’s a reason why Broly turning into the Legendary Super Saiyan has frightened even the likes of Goku and Vegeta. Players can see these benefits firsthand withLegendary Super Saiyan Broly (Purple, UL).Perhaps most frightening about thisvariation of the Legendary Super Saiyanis the natural buffs and debuffs that come with him as soon as the battle starts and as soon as he enters the field.
For instance, his Main Ability immediately grants him access to his Ultimate Arts Card, alongside nifty health and Ki heal. On top of that, he can also reduce enemy Ki on top of a massive -100% debuff to Ki Recovery. Meanwhile, his Unique Ability applies a damage increase buff, and damage received debuff as soon as the battle begins while getting health and restoration when Broly himself makes an appearance. He also punishes enemy switching, applying a Critical Rate debuff and disabling Elemental effects. When almost every move is punishable with a debuff, this Purple UL behemoth is definitely deserving of fear.
17Final Form Cooler (Red, SP, LL)
Decent Unit For Any Anti-Saiyan Team
Despite jokes that Cooler is “just like Frieza,”Final Form Cooler (Red, SP, LL)switches upDragon Ball Legendsmeta with his solo-oriented abilities. At his core, Cooler is an aggressive fighter specializing in swiping key enemy advantages, such as a two-timer count lock-in whenever he uses Strike Arts – making him a nifty counter against otherwise-powerful Yellow fighters.
Key to his toolkit is the aforementioned Lock-In ability, as this sub-count boost can not only disable Yellow fighters but even pave the way for the quick elimination of sub-50% HP fighters, or even to complete a Rising Rush finish. Not to mention, his Type Neutral transforms his character typing whenever the opponent has a Super Saiyan character – practically disabling their advantages – and works well to break a meta where a majority of characters are likely Saiyans anyway.
16Super Saiyan Gohan (Yellow, SP, LL)
Saiyan Built For Tanking To Support The Team
Once players manage to Zenaki AwakenSuper Saiyan Gohan (Yellow, SP, LL),Gohan’s look of determination as he takes out Cell with one broken armis the same look of determination he gives players with his contribution toDragon Ball Legendsmeta. At its core, his Blast and Ki Recovery boosts to both Son Family and Hybrid Saiyans make him a great support fighter, with his Cover Change effect drastically boosting his defense against tougher foes.
Not to mention, this iteration of Super Saiyan Gohan has an impressive damage kit that meshes well to give him interesting combos. Key to his kit are abilities that give him a Blast Card-associated Inflicted Damage boost and even a 100-percent damage buff to his Ultimate Arts Card. With the right upgrades, this Super Saiyan Gohan can contend well with a meta that has a lot of regenerating characters and constantly-aggressive foes.
15Pan (Red, SP)
Powerhouse Team Buff, Enemy Debuffer
Prior to her claim to fame as Goku’s ever-reliable granddaughter inDragon Ball GT,Pan (Red, SP)already makes an appearance as an energetic grandchild inDragon Ball Super, with Pan already bornbefore Vegeta’s youngest, Bulla. Just like the name of her Unique Ability, “Earth’s Strongest Little Girl,” Pan is easily a Sparkling character that can contend with the meta for her support prowess.
Her Main Ability destroys two (2) random cards to immediately grant her access to her Special Move and Special Arts Card on top of Ki restoration, reduced sub counts, uncancellable Arts Draw Speed, and nullification of Unfavorable Elements. These practically force enemies to take pity on the little girl and let her hit them. And hit hard she does. Pan (Red, SP) enjoys massive buffs with her Unique Abilities, especially since not only does this grant her damage boost across the board, but also applies Attribute Downgrades to enemies to make them unoptimized for prolonged combat.
14Super Saiyan Trunks (Adult) (Blue, SP, LL)
One Of The Game’s Heaviest-Hitters When Prepped Properly
Trunks as an adult remains a competent fighter, taking on the profession of an adventurer armed with a sword like his future counterpart. InLegends,Super Saiyan Trunks (Adult)is aBlue Sparkling (Legends Limited)that boasts some of the mostpotent defensive abilitiesin the game.
Built as a tank, Super Saiyan Trunks is equipped with a unique gauge that allows him to dish out improved damage numbers when filled properly. Not only that, his Ultimate Arts boast some of the highest damage of any Ultimate Arts in the game, considering it has not only a multiplier for supreme damage but also a 90-percent buff for Ultimate Moves.
13Super Saiyan God SS Vegeta (Green, SP, LL)
Built For Endurance For Teams Patient Enough To Let Him Cook
It’s against the Super Saiyan Rose form of the evil Black Goku and hisdevastating techniquesthat Vegeta finally unleashes the true extent of his Super Saiyan God capabilities, achieving his Super Saiyan form with a viciousness that even Goku can’t achieve. Called inLegendsas theSuper Saiyan God SS Vegetaunit, thisGreen Sparkling (Legends Limited)card is a decent fighter capable of supporting his team with solid damage.
At its core, Super Saiyan God SS Vegeta is a decent defensive unit, boasting a 60-percent damage reduction on cover and 20-percent damage reduction outside of it. Not only that, but he also has a lock-in ultimate Arts Card that can help him make a difference in otherwise-losing fights.
12Final Form Frieza (Blue, SP)
Nifty Revive That Can Tank Powerful Hits
Being thefirst “true” villainofDragon Ball Z,it makes sense for Frieza to not just have a single form but multiple forms. However, it’s his fourth and final form that makes him reveal the full extent of his abilities. Known inLegendsasFinal Form Frieza (Blue, SP),thisBlue Sparklingcharacter that packs a lot of punch as one of the premier revival Fighters in the game.
At its core, Final Form Frieza is good when dishing out burst damage. And while other meta teams can do great damage due to his lack of true defense, Final Form Frieza’s revival component means he’s more than capable of tanking a Rising Rush and going back to the game for a harsh counter. These nifty revives and sheer aggressive potential make Final Form Frieza a great component to add to the Lineage Of Evil team.
11Perfect Cell (Purple, SP, LL)
Fully-Kited For Anti-Revivals, Anti-Saiyans
When Cell managed to absorb all three Androids, he managed to attain his so-called “Perfection,” attaining whatLegendscalls thePerfect Cell (Purple, SP, LL)form. In the game, this unit is aPurple Sparkling (Legends Limited)that is extremely suited to countering a lot of units in combat through hisextensive techniques. He’s best known for his anti-revivals and a foil to Hybrid Saiyans, making him potent against many Saiyan builds.
Not only that, Perfect Cell possesses a unique gauge on top of his Ultimate Arts damage modifier, making him a deadly frontline for his teams. He’s the Purple balanced component that aggressive Android teams need, however, he needs his stars full before being able to fully tap into the maximum extent of his damage potential.
10Frieza: Full Power (Yellow, SP, LL)
Anti-Son Meta Is A Powerhouse As A Last Stand Unit
Whenpushed to his limitduring their first confrontation, Frieza uses his full power to unleash a final blow against Goku prior to his untimely demise. This manifests inLegendsasFinal Form Frieza: Full Power (Yellow, SP, LL), serving as the character’s secondLegends Limitedcard under aYellow Sparklingclassification.
Taking his stats into consideration, Full Power Frieza is a potent all-around unit that can help his teammates actively in combat. When left as the last combatant in a team, he receives a 60-percent damage boost and boosted Arts Card draw speed. Not to mention, his Anti-Son Family ability makes him incredibly useful against units related to Goku and his Family.
