For the complete Dragon Ball Super manga, read chapters 1–104 in numerical order. Black Frieza appears near the end of the Granolah story, but VIZ’s catalog does not list a separate Black Frieza saga or a chapter 105 as of its October 30, 2026 check. If you have watched the anime and want a shorter handoff, chapter 42 in volume 9 is a practical place to continue, though the manga’s earlier events do not match the anime scene for scene.
What order should I read the Dragon Ball Super manga in?
Follow the numbered chapters from 1 through 104. That is the clearest way to read the published manga without depending on fan labels for where one story arc ends and another begins. VIZ’s official chapter index lists chapters through 104 and 24 collected volumes as of October 30, 2026.
The route depends on what you want from the series. Start at chapter 1 if you want the manga’s own version of the full story. If you have watched the TV anime and mainly want to reach material beyond it, start at chapter 42 in volume 9. If your only goal is to see Black Frieza’s first appearance, read through the Granolah story’s ending in volume 20; if you want to catch up with the manga’s current indexed endpoint, continue to chapter 104 in volume 24.
| Reading stop | Chapter or volume guide | Why stop here |
|---|---|---|
| Full manga continuity | Chapter 1 onward | Includes the manga’s versions of the earlier Super stories before Moro and Granolah. |
| Anime-to-manga handoff | Chapter 42, volume 9 | A practical shorter starting point for readers moving beyond the anime’s TV-era stories. |
| Black Frieza’s introduction | Granolah story, through volume 20 | Black Frieza appears near the end of this story; it is not a separately published saga. |
| Current indexed endpoint | Chapter 104, volume 24 | Continues beyond Granolah through the Goten and Trunks and Super Hero-related material. |
The chapter numbers are the dependable reading guide. Story labels such as “Moro arc” and “Granolah arc” are useful shorthand, but secondary guides do not always agree on their precise boundary. Keep reading in sequence rather than skipping or buying books based on a disputed arc cutoff.
A simple step-by-step route
- Choose your starting point. Use chapter 1 for the complete manga continuity, or chapter 42 in volume 9 for the shorter anime-viewer handoff.
- Read every numbered chapter in order. Do not jump because a guide assigns a different name to chapter 67 or another transition point.
- Use volume contents when shopping. Match the chapter range printed in a VIZ volume to the chapters you need instead of relying only on an arc title.
- Decide at volume 20. Stop there for Black Frieza’s first appearance, or continue from chapter 88 for the later Earth-set and Super Hero-related material.
- Finish at chapter 104. Volume 24 collects chapters 101–104 and is the current endpoint shown in VIZ’s index.
This method works for both digital and print readers. It also prevents a common mistake: treating a dramatic reveal as the start of a formally published saga when the catalog simply continues with later chapters.
Should I start at chapter 1 or after the anime?
Start at chapter 1 for the complete manga experience; start at chapter 42 only if a shorter post-anime route matters more to you than seeing how the manga adapts earlier material.
Start at chapter 1 for the manga’s full continuity
The manga begins with the earlier Super stories, including Beerus, Universe 6, Future Trunks and the Tournament of Power. Reading from chapter 1 gives those stories in their manga form and preserves the sequence leading into later material. The anime and manga are not interchangeable scene for scene, so familiarity with the TV version does not mean every earlier event is identical in the comic.
This is the best route if you want to understand the manga as its own telling, compare its versions of familiar stories, or avoid missing context before the later arcs. It also avoids the uncertainty of trying to identify a perfect “anime ending” chapter for every reader: the manga provides a numbered path from its opening onward.
Readers sometimes assume that finishing the Tournament of Power on television means they can open any later book. The safer approach is to begin at chapter 1, or deliberately choose chapter 42 knowing that it is a convenience point rather than a scene-for-scene continuation. Earlier manga chapters contain different pacing, explanations and emphases, so the full route is worthwhile for anyone comparing adaptations.
Use chapter 42 as the shorter handoff
For a viewer who wants to move toward the Moro story without rereading all earlier material, chapter 42 in volume 9 is a practical transition point. Treat it as a starting recommendation, not as a claim that everything in volume 9 belongs to Moro: the volume also includes earlier Tournament of Power material.
The trade-off is straightforward. This route gets you closer to the material that follows the anime, but it leaves out earlier manga differences and some preceding context. If those differences matter to you, go back to chapter 1; otherwise, continue from the chapter 42 transition and keep following the chapter numbers.
When someone asks, “What chapter do I start after the anime?”, chapter 42 is therefore a practical answer, not an official declaration that the anime and manga share an identical endpoint. Keep volume 9 in perspective, then proceed chapter by chapter rather than skipping directly to a volume whose title mentions Moro.
What comes after chapter 42?
Continue in numerical order through the Galactic Patrol Prisoner story, commonly called the Moro arc, and then into Granolah. The transition between named arcs is not consistently described by every guide, so the volume and chapter sequence is safer than treating a particular fan-assigned boundary as official.
Galactic Patrol Prisoner / Moro
After the chapter 42 transition, keep reading forward into the Galactic Patrol Prisoner material. VIZ’s volume 15 groups chapters 65–68, which helps locate this stretch in the collected editions. Some guides use chapter 67 as an endpoint for Moro, while others use it as the beginning of Granolah; do not let that difference disrupt the sequence. Read through the transition rather than trying to force a single disputed cutoff.
If you are buying by collected volume rather than reading digitally chapter by chapter, use VIZ’s volume listings to check which chapters each edition contains. The available evidence supports volume groupings as the dependable shopping guide; it does not support declaring every story boundary in secondary arc summaries definitive.
In practical terms, an anime viewer who starts at chapter 42 should continue through the intervening chapters and not search for a “Moro volume” based solely on a retailer’s shorthand. Volume 15 is a useful landmark because its contents span chapters 65–68, including the point where different guides place the arc handoff.
Granolah the Survivor and Black Frieza
Continue into Granolah the Survivor, then read through its ending in volume 20. Chapter 87 is indexed in that volume, and Black Frieza’s reveal occurs near the end of the Granolah story. That makes volume 20 the relevant collected book if you want to reach the introduction, but it does not make “Black Frieza saga” a separate volume or a publisher-announced arc.
In other words, “When does Black Frieza appear?” and “Where does a Black Frieza saga begin?” are different questions. The first has a practical reading answer: reach the end of Granolah in volume 20. The second has no confirmed separate manga installment in VIZ’s listing as of the date checked. Avoid assuming that chapter 105, a volume 25, or a complete arc focused on Black Frieza has been announced.
Volume 20 is consequently a stopping point for a very specific goal, not the end of the currently cataloged manga. Its placement gives you the reveal, while the chapter numbering makes clear that the printed story continues. If a listing uses “Black Frieza” as a search keyword, verify the actual chapter range before purchasing; the character’s appearance is part of the Granolah material.
Do I stop at Black Frieza’s reveal or continue?
Stop at volume 20 if you only want to read through the reveal. Continue from chapter 88 onward if you want the manga material after Granolah and to reach its current indexed endpoint.
From Goten and Trunks into Super Hero material
VIZ’s volume 20 listing previews a new Earth-set arc. The story then follows Goten and Trunks and Dr. Hedo in volume 21, before the Super Hero-related material. Volume 22 covers Red Ribbon Army events, Pan and Cell Max. These story sections are part of the manga’s route beyond the Black Frieza reveal, not optional substitutes for reaching the latest indexed chapter.
The Super Hero film does not replace every manga chapter in this stretch. The manga includes lead-in material and an aftermath, so a reader who wants the complete printed or indexed manga route should continue through the chapters rather than jumping directly from the film to the endpoint.
This is why “Do I need to read the Super Hero chapters?” has two answers. You can stop at volume 20 if your only interest is Black Frieza’s introduction. You do need the later chapters if your goal is the complete current manga, because the Goten and Trunks setup, the Dr. Hedo material, the Red Ribbon Army and Cell Max events, and the aftermath occupy the route from chapter 88 onward.
Finish at chapter 104
Continue through chapter 103 and then read chapter 104, the latest chapter listed in VIZ’s index as of October 30, 2026. VIZ’s volume 24 groups chapters 101–104, making it the collected-volume destination for readers catching up. A secondary account describes chapter 104 as standalone, but the publisher index is the stronger source for the current chapter and volume listing.
There is no publisher-listed chapter 105 in the VIZ index as of that check. That is a statement about the catalog at that time, not evidence that the series has been cancelled or that no future chapter will appear. Check the official index for changes rather than treating a missing listing as a cancellation announcement.
If you see an older guide ending at chapter 103, use the publisher’s current index to verify whether chapter 104 is included. Conversely, do not promise a release date for chapter 105 or a volume 25. Catalog status can change, so recheck VIZ’s chapter page and official announcements after November 6, 2026, the end of the current seven-day freshness window.
Where can I read or buy the manga?
For digital reading, VIZ’s official chapter page marks selected chapters as free and shows many intervening chapters as requiring a membership. It also directs readers to MANGA Plus by SHUEISHA for the latest free chapters available in their location. Availability and access can vary by region, so check the services directly rather than assuming every chapter is free everywhere.
VIZ’s page is useful for checking the exact endpoint and identifying which chapters are currently unlocked. MANGA Plus can be a useful alternative for the latest free chapters where the service operates, but regional restrictions mean that a reader in one country may not see the same access as a reader elsewhere. Neither service should be described as universally free for every chapter.
For print, VIZ lists English paperbacks and retailer options. Volume 24’s English paperback was released March 3, 2026, and its official product page includes retailer links: Dragon Ball Super, Volume 24. The 24-volume figure refers to VIZ’s catalog count as of the October 2026 check; it is not a claim about sales, readership or a complete boxed set.
The volume 24 paperback carries ISBN 978-1-9747-6224-8. That identifier helps distinguish the English paperback from another format or edition when comparing listings. Retail prices and stock can change, so use the ISBN and chapter contents to confirm you are buying the intended book rather than relying on a temporary price or a marketplace title.
Choose volumes for the route you want
- Full series: Collect volumes 1–24 to follow the cataloged manga from the beginning through chapter 104.
- Anime-viewer route: Begin with volume 9 for the chapter 42 transition, then continue through the later volumes to volume 20 for Granolah and Black Frieza.
- Current endpoint: Volume 24 is the collected edition containing chapters 101–104.
- Digital catch-up: Use the chapter index to see which chapters are free and which require a membership, and check regional availability for MANGA Plus.
VIZ’s listings also show options from retailers such as Amazon, Bookshop.org, Barnes & Noble and Books-A-Million. For a complete run, look for the numbered Dragon Ball Super paperbacks rather than relying on an unverified Super box set. The original Dragon Ball and Dragon Ball Z complete box sets are separate series and do not substitute for these Super volumes.
The most useful Amazon search phrase is “Dragon Ball Super manga volumes paperback.” Search by individual volume number when assembling a partial route: volume 9 for the chapter 42 handoff, volume 20 for the Granolah ending and Black Frieza’s reveal, and volume 24 for chapters 101–104. There is no verified complete Dragon Ball Super box set to recommend in place of the numbered books. The older Dragon Ball Complete Box Set and Dragon Ball Z Complete Box Set are optional background purchases for newcomers, not replacements for Super.
Is there a Black Frieza saga yet?
VIZ does not currently list a separate Black Frieza saga in its chapter or volume catalog as of October 30, 2026. Black Frieza’s appearance is part of the Granolah story near its end, and the listed manga continues afterward through other material to chapter 104.
No creator statement confirming a future Black Frieza saga or a publication date for chapter 105 was verified for this guide. The absence of a current listing is not proof of cancellation; it simply means readers should not treat an unannounced continuation as an available chapter or book.
Arc names used by fan sites are descriptive rather than formal publication notices. The safest wording is that Black Frieza is introduced near the end of Granolah in volume 20. If VIZ later announces a new chapter or volume, that catalog update—not a retailer tag or an assumed saga name—will establish the new reading endpoint.
What is the safest way to avoid reading or buying the wrong part?
Use chapter numbers first, and use the publisher’s collected-volume contents to match the chapters to print editions. That approach handles both the anime handoff and the uncertain arc boundaries without relying on unofficial saga labels.
- Do not equate the anime and manga page for page. Earlier stories differ, so a chapter 42 start is a shortcut, not a complete retelling of everything shown in the anime.
- Do not treat volume 9 as entirely Moro. The volume also includes earlier Tournament of Power material.
- Do not buy based on an assumed Black Frieza volume. The reveal is near the Granolah ending in volume 20; no separate Black Frieza volume is listed.
- Do not stop at volume 20 if you want the latest indexed chapter. Continue through the later Goten and Trunks and Super Hero-related chapters to volume 24.
- Do not assume chapter availability is universal. VIZ identifies free and membership chapters, while MANGA Plus availability depends on location.
- Do not infer cancellation from the current endpoint. A chapter not appearing in the index is not itself an official cancellation notice.
- Do not confuse catalog facts with popularity claims. Twenty-four volumes and a chapter 104 endpoint describe VIZ’s listings, not sales or readership statistics.
- Do not use a film-only shortcut for the later material. The Super Hero manga has its own lead-in and aftermath, so read the chapters if you want the complete printed route.
Quick answers for common reading-order questions
What chapter do I start after the anime? Start at chapter 42 in volume 9 for a practical shorter handoff, while remembering that earlier manga events differ from the television version.
What volume is the Moro arc? The Galactic Patrol Prisoner material follows the chapter 42 transition; volume 15 is a useful landmark because it contains chapters 65–68. Guides disagree about whether chapter 67 closes Moro or begins Granolah, so read continuously.
When does Black Frieza appear? Near the end of the Granolah story, with chapter 87 indexed in volume 20.
How many English volumes are currently listed? VIZ lists 24 collected volumes as of October 30, 2026. Volume 24 released March 3, 2026 and contains chapters 101–104.
Can I skip from Granolah to the final chapter? You can physically do so, but it omits the Goten and Trunks, Dr. Hedo, Red Ribbon Army, Pan, Cell Max and aftermath material that the manga publishes between chapter 88 and chapter 104.
Is chapter 104 a full new saga? A secondary October 2026 account describes it as standalone; VIZ’s index establishes it as the latest listed chapter. Do not turn that description into a promise about what chapter 105 will contain.
Frequently Asked Questions
What ISBN is on the English Dragon Ball Super volume 24 paperback?
VIZ lists ISBN 978-1-9747-6224-8 for the English paperback. Check that number against a retailer listing if you need to distinguish the edition from another format.
Does VIZ describe Dragon Ball Super as continuing the original Dragon Ball manga?
Yes. VIZ’s official series description says, “Goku’s adventure from the best-selling manga Dragon Ball continues!” The line is promotional copy, not evidence of a sales ranking.
Is there a complete Dragon Ball Super box set?
The catalog information available here establishes 24 individual VIZ volumes, not a verified complete Super box set. Buying the numbered paperbacks is the dependable way to assemble the cataloged run.
What chapter should I read after finishing the Dragon Ball Super anime?
Chapter 42 in volume 9 is the practical shorter handoff toward the Galactic Patrol Prisoner material. Start at chapter 1 instead if you want the manga’s different versions of the earlier stories.
Where is Black Frieza introduced?
Black Frieza appears near the end of the Granolah the Survivor story, with chapter 87 indexed in volume 20. It is not currently listed as a separate Black Frieza saga.
Do I need the Super Hero manga chapters if I watched the movie?
Read them if you want the complete manga route. The manga adds a Goten and Trunks and Dr. Hedo lead-in, Red Ribbon Army and Cell Max material, and an aftermath rather than simply reproducing the film.
Is chapter 105 available yet?
VIZ’s index listed chapters through 104 as of October 30, 2026, with no publisher-listed chapter 105 at that check. That catalog status is not a cancellation announcement.
Where can I read the latest chapters legally?
Check VIZ’s official chapter index for free and membership access, and consult MANGA Plus by SHUEISHA for the latest free chapters where available in your location. Regional access differs.
The Bottom Line
Read Dragon Ball Super in chapter order: start at chapter 1 for the full manga, or chapter 42 in volume 9 after the anime. Black Frieza appears near the end of Granolah in volume 20; continue through chapter 104 in volume 24 for the current VIZ-listed endpoint. No separate Black Frieza saga or chapter 105 is listed as of October 30, 2026.