The Great Saiyaman arc often gets dismissed as filler by Dragon Ball fans, but this controversial take argues it's actually superior to the beloved Cell Saga. While the Cell Saga delivered epic battles and power scaling, the Saiyaman arc showcased Gohan's most authentic character development as he balanced his Saiyan heritage with his desire for a normal life.

This analysis explores how the arc's focus on identity, responsibility, and coming-of-age themes created more meaningful storytelling than pure combat spectacle. From Gohan's awkward superhero persona to his relationship dynamics with Videl, the arc provided character depth that the action-heavy Cell Saga couldn't match. The video examines why this seemingly lighter arc might be Dragon Ball's most underappreciated masterpiece.