Dr. Rota
CharacterDr. Rota is a warrior from Universe 6 who competed on Team Universe 6 in the Tournament of Power. A warthog-like fighter with red skin and tusks, he became a fan-favorite running gag because he was knocked out every single time he tried to explain his abilities.
Biography and Story Role
Dr. Rota entered the Tournament of Power as a member of Team Universe 6. His most memorable trait is that he never once managed to demonstrate his abilities. Each time he introduced himself and began explaining why he holds the title of "Doctor," he was interrupted by an attack before he could finish.
His first attempt came while confronting Gohan and Piccolo. Just as he started to describe his power, a reflected energy beam from Harmira (bounced by Prum) struck him and knocked him unconscious. After recovering, he went after Prum directly, but before he could reveal his ability a second time, Vegeta blasted both Prum and Dr. Rota off the stage with a Galick Gun.
After the remaining Universe 6 fighters were eliminated, Dr. Rota was erased along with the rest of Universe 6. He was later restored when Android 17 wished all erased universes back into existence. The manga mentions he is actually a magic user, but he was eliminated before casting any spells. His perpetually interrupted introductions have made him one of the most humorous minor characters in Dragon Ball Super.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Dr. Rota?
Dr. Rota is a warrior from Universe 6 who competed on Team Universe 6 in the Tournament of Power. A warthog-like fighter with red skin and tusks, he became a fan-favorite running gag because he was knocked out every single time he tried to explain his abilities.
Why is Dr. Rota called Doctor?
The wiki notes that Dr. Rota never once managed to demonstrate his abilities or finish explaining why he holds the title of "Doctor." The manga later mentions he is actually a magic user, but he was eliminated before casting any spells.
How was Dr. Rota first eliminated?
His first attempt came while confronting Gohan and Piccolo. Just as he started to describe his power, a reflected energy beam from Harmira, bounced by Prum, struck him and knocked him unconscious.
How was Dr. Rota knocked out of the Tournament of Power?
After recovering, Rota went after Prum directly, but before he could reveal his ability a second time, Vegeta blasted both Prum and Dr. Rota off the stage with a Galick Gun. That eliminated him from the tournament.
Was Dr. Rota brought back after the Tournament of Power?
Yes. Dr. Rota was erased along with the rest of Universe 6 once its fighters were eliminated, but he was later restored when Android 17 wished all erased universes back into existence.
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- Created byAkira Toriyama
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byToei Animation
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