Olibu
CharacterOlibu is a legendary warrior from Earth's ancient past who resides in the Other World. He trained under Grand Kai on the Grand Kai's planet and competed in the Other World Tournament during the Cell Games Saga filler arc.
Role in the Other World
Olibu is introduced as one of the strongest fighters in the Other World, having earned the right to train under Grand Kai after his death. He is presented as a hero from Earth's distant history, and his feats during his lifetime are said to have inspired the legend of Hercules in Greek mythology.
During the Other World Tournament, Olibu demonstrates considerable fighting ability. He battles Pikkon in the semifinals but is defeated. His power level places him among the strongest dead warriors, though he falls short of top-tier fighters like Pikkon and Goku. Despite the loss, his skill and sportsmanship earn respect from the other competitors.
Olibu appears only in anime filler material and has no presence in the original manga. His character serves primarily to flesh out the concept of the Other World as a place where great warriors continue to train and improve even after death.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Olibu a filler character?
Yes. Olibu appears only in anime filler material and has no presence in the original manga. His character serves primarily to flesh out the concept of the Other World as a place where great warriors continue to train and improve even after death.
Is Olibu canon?
Olibu is anime-only filler material with no presence in the original manga. His debut comes during the Cell Games Saga filler arc in DBZ Episode 196, and he has no manga first appearance listed.
Does Olibu have any special powers?
Olibu is among the strongest dead warriors in the Other World, having earned the right to train under Grand Kai. During the Other World Tournament he demonstrates considerable fighting ability, though he falls short of top-tier fighters like Pikkon and Goku.
Who defeated Olibu?
Pikkon defeated Olibu. The two battled in the semifinals of the Other World Tournament, and despite the loss, Olibu's skill and sportsmanship earned respect from the other competitors.
Is Olibu based on Hercules?
Olibu is presented as a hero from Earth's distant history, and his feats during his lifetime are said to have inspired the legend of Hercules in Greek mythology. He trained under Grand Kai on the Grand Kai's planet after his death.
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- Created byAkira Toriyama
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byToei Animation
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