Dragon Ball Super next arc will be called "Universe Survival Arc". (Photo : Dragon Ball Super)
The latest details for "Dragon Ball Super" will feature all of the Gods of Destruction and the premier date of the "Universe Survive" arc.
A new story arc for "Dragon Ball Super" called "Universe Survive" will feature a universe wide tournament that sees Son Goku and his friends competing against powerful warriors in all of fhe 12 universes. A teaser trailer of the "Universe Survive" arc featured Goku's team in Universe 7 comprised of Vegeta, Son Gohan, Master Roshi, Tien Shinhan, Krillin, Piccolo, Android 18, Android 17 and Majin Buu.
The video also teased all of the Gods of Destruction from the 12 universes along the Kaioshin as they kneel before the Omni Kings Zen-Oh. The preview continues to explain that each universe is allowed ten representatives in the martial arts contest. Any universe who loses will be annihilated without a second thought, so the teams are forced to fight for their home’s safety, ComicBook reported.
Shortly after the new arc was announced, the "Dragon Ball Super" website shared a short message from producer Shunki Hashizume as he promised anime fans that the new arce will be exciting, action-pack and will not disappoint.
The "Universe Suvive" arc also marks the return of two "Dragon Ball" characters in action namely Gohan and Android 17. Past episodes of "Dragon Ball Super" revealed that Gohan has been training with Piccolo in order to better prepare for battles incase the Earth is in danger against the likes of Frieza, Zamasu or other evil beings who want to harm his home, friends and love ones.
Android 17's return will likely be a mystery since he has been absorbed by Cell during "Dragon Ball Z". 17 along with his twin sister, Android 18 were the antagonist of the Android saga and played a huge role in Future Trunks' storyline as alternate future versions of Android 17 and Android 18 were wreck havoc in the in Trunks' timeline and killed Future Gohan.
The Universe tournament was first hinted at the ending phase of the "Universe 6 vs Univers 7 Tournament" arc as Zen-Oh enjoyed the fights despite the Beerus and Champa skipping their duties as Gods of Destruction. Goku excited to see that happened and wants to fight the strongest warriors in all 12 universes.
The tournament will be hosted by the Omni Kings and with the universe at stake, Goku and his friends must survive the tournament, marking their biggest battle yet.
The "Universe Survive" arc will premier in "Dragon Ball Super" on Feb. 5, 2017, iTech Post reported.
"Dragon Ball Super" returns next week on Fuji TV.
