Why is Dragon Ball considered the Father of modern Shounen?

The series that stands tall as the father of modern shounen anime - "Dragon Ball." Created by Akira Toriyama, this iconic franchise has left an indelible mark on the anime industry. Since its debut in 1984, both the manga and anime series have exerted an unparalleled influence on the shounen genre. But why is Dragon Ball considered the Father of modern Shounen? Let's find out.

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