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Android 18
Dragon Ball character
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Android 18
First appearance "Dragon Ball" (manga): "The Androids Awake!"
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Relatives
  • Android 17 (Brother)
  • Krillin (Husband)
  • Marron (Daughter)

Android 18 is a super cool character from the famous Japanese manga and anime series, Dragon Ball. She first appeared in Dragon Ball Z. She's an android, which means she's a human who was changed into a powerful cyborg. Dr. Gero made her to fight and defeat Goku.

Who is Android 18?

Android 18 is a strong female character. She was created by a scientist named Dr. Gero. Her main goal was to defeat Goku, one of the strongest heroes. But her story changes a lot throughout the series.

What Does Android 18 Look Like?

Android 18 has blonde hair and blue eyes. She often wears golden hoop earrings. When she first appeared, she wore a blue denim vest and skirt. This outfit had the Red Ribbon Army (RR) logo. She also wore dark blue tights, a brown belt, and brown boots. Her shirt had white and black stripes.

After the big fight with Cell, her style changed. She started wearing a pale blue denim vest. She also wore white jeans, red hoop earrings, and a red bracelet. She often wore black flip-flops too.

Android 18's Past

Android 18 was once a normal human. She had a twin brother, Android 17. They were known for being a bit rebellious. Dr. Gero kidnapped them both. He then changed them into powerful superhumans, or androids.

Android 18's Personality and Role

Android 18 is usually calm and confident. She can be a bit sarcastic sometimes. When she first appeared, she seemed quite arrogant. She often got annoyed by her brother Android 17's wild behavior. She was also very stubborn. She refused to run away when Cell threatened to absorb her.

Life After Cell

After Cell was defeated, Android 18 became much calmer. She ended up marrying Krillin, one of Goku's friends. They have a daughter named Marron. Android 18 is a very good mother to Marron. She was often seen with Piccolo and other Z Fighters. This was during the threat from Majin Buu.

Android 18 in Other Series

Android 18 also appears in Dragon Ball GT and Dragon Ball Super.

In Dragon Ball GT

In Dragon Ball GT, she lives with Krillin and Marron. One day, her twin brother Android 17 returns. He tries to control her. Android 17 also sadly kills Krillin. This makes Android 18 very angry. She attacks her brother, but he injures her with an energy blast. Later, she helps Goku fight Super Android 17. She distracts him with many energy attacks. This allows Goku to defeat Super 17. After the fight, Android 18 cries for Krillin. She tells Goku he is a great friend.

In Dragon Ball Super

In Dragon Ball Super, Android 18 is a supporting character. She helps the Z Fighters when Beerus, the God of Destruction, threatens Earth. She and the others try to fight Beerus but cannot defeat him. Goku arrives and saves them.

Android 18 is also part of Team Universe 7. This is during the Universal Survival Arc. She fights alongside Krillin, Android 17, and the other Z-Fighters.

Android 18 in Games and Movies

Android 18 appears in many Dragon Ball Z movies. These include:

  • Super Android 13
  • Bio-Broly
  • Battle of Gods
  • Resurrection F

She is also a character in many video games. Some of these are:

  • Dragon Ball Z Budokai Tenkaichi series
  • Dragon Ball Z Raging Blast 1 and 2
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