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Halo

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A luminous ring that hovers above the head of deceased individuals who retain their physical bodies in Other World. Angels also possess a distinct type of halo around their necks.

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Properties and Significance

When a person of great virtue dies and is permitted to keep their body in Other World, a golden halo appears floating above their head. These rings produce a faint ringing sound when tapped. The halo serves as a visible indicator that its bearer is deceased, distinguishing them from living visitors to the afterlife.

Angels possess a different variation: a pale blue ring that encircles their necks rather than floating overhead. The Grand Minister is unique among Angels in that his halo appears behind his head instead of around his neck. During the Galactic Patrol Prisoner Saga, the Angel trainee Merus lacked a visible halo while living among mortals, though it would briefly materialize whenever he attempted to use his full power, suggesting a connection between an Angel's halo and their divine energy.

Frieza notably retained a halo when he was temporarily revived for the Tournament of Power, serving as a reminder that his return to life was only temporary. The halo vanished once Whis fully resurrected him following Universe 7's victory. In various Dragon Ball video games, halos are often treated as cosmetic accessories that players can equip on their characters.

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