One piece and Dragon Ball Z are filled with a multitude of memorable moments through iconic battles or moody atmospheres. One of those moments is when Vegeta is silently meditating in the raincreating a visual of her intense, solitary nature that quickly becomes iconic enough to be turned into a meme. In a clever and humorous twist, Vegeta’s stance in the rain is recreated with One piece character Trafalgar D. Water Law in place of Vegeta, with Luffy and Zoro mocking him in the background, creating a hilarious crossover.
In a recent fanart by Archecopeteryx on RedditLaw stands under a dark, rainy sky with a pensive demeanor reminiscent of Vegeta’s brooding attitude while he stands under the rain in Dragon Ball Z. On the left of the image, Luffy and Zoro carelessly embrace the rain with their tongues out to catch the drops. The visuals between Luffy, Zoro and Law are a hilarious contrast between their personalities and attitudes.
Law embraces Vegeta’s brooding attitude in the rain
Law has a heavy aura while Luffy and Zoro enjoy the rain
Archecopeteryx fan art recreates Trafalgar Law assuming a pose straight out of Dragon Ball Z. Just like Vegeta, Law is known for his quiet and calculating behavior this is highlighted in a way that is dramatic and befits his character. The artist captures Law standing in solitude, his expression dark and pensive, as if he is thinking about silent burdens, while Luffy and Zoro are playing in the background.
The rain creates a dramatic effect that reinforces Law’s reflective mood and reflects how Vegeta’s moment in the rain is often interpreted as a visual representation of his inner turmoil. By inserting Law into this scene, the fanart creates a clear connection between the personalities of the two characters, both being independent, powerful and driven by a strong will, albeit for independent reasons. Shared intensity makes the crossover feel naturalespecially with the inclusion of Luffy and Zoro not too far away to lighten the mood.
Law and Vegeta come from tragic pasts that shape their personalities
While there are many differences between them, one undeniable connection is the burdens of their past.
Law and Vegeta share similarities through their tragic stories and personal vendettas. Law experienced an upheaval in his childhood due to Amber Lead Syndrome uprooting his hometown, leading to the murder of his family and the genocide of his people. Likewise, Vegeta’s entire planet was wiped out by Frieza, fueling his desire for revenge against the universal tyrant.
Law and Vegeta have an equally complex relationship with their respective series’ protagonists, Luffy and Goku. To Vegeta, Goku is both a rival and a respected ally turned friend who continually encourages him to get stronger. In Law’s case, his connection with Luffy is a little more complex, starting as allies out of convenience, with mutual respect and shared goals. Despite their differences in personality and power, Law and Vegeta are solitary characters who evolve as your series progressesmaking them fan favorites and memorable characters in One piece and Dragon ball.
Source: Archecopéterix (reddit)