Since it was clear that Frieza would return for 24 hours and participate at the Universe Survival arc the discussion was on: What is going to happen to the former ruler of Universe 7?
By now you could see a few hints that he is about to strive for more than just winning the tournament. Just shortly after his return to Earth he tricked Goku and tried to make a deal to join Universe 9 which failed because Beerus and Whis suddenly appeared. Around this time Frieza saw that the Gods are quite desperate to win and that he could take an advantage out of that.
As the warriors arrived at the tournament stage he met Frost and found out that he is quite similar to himself. They both agreed to work together at this tournament. We couldn´t see anything in that regard just yet, but it could be an interesting plot point in the upcoming episodes.
But is Frieza even aiming higher planning to rule over the two Zenos? To quote him: 'One day, I promise, I shall reign over you.'
Could this be the case if he plans to manipulate the Gods? But how? Triggering a disagreement between the Daishinkan and Zeno? Or even involving the angels?
Or what about this simple scenario: During the tournament Frieza learns about the Dragon Balls of the Namekians of Universe 6 and plans with Frost to go there once the tournament is over. Finally, Universe 6 is getting erased and Goku and Gohan are the last remaining warriors winning the Universe Survival tournament. They wish for all the universes restored and warriors of them being revived. Which also revives Frieza. He and Frost go to Universe 6, trying to get the Namekian Dragon Balls which causes another storyline along with the Universe 6 Saiyans to fight for the Dragon Balls on Universe 6 Namek...
Could happen. Since I think Universe 6 should be investigated further and we should see more of it. And Frieza going there even makes more sense since I cannot see him ruling over Universe 7 again.
Or: Once all the universes are restored Frieza gets the offer to become a God of Destruction of another universe which even makes him a bigger threat. Maybe that could be one of his first steps striving for more with him being closer to the angels to manipulate them which are close to the Daishinkan...
Anyway, the story is quite open right now and I don´t see Frieza just disappearing after this arc. There is now built-up which could go in another direction. Let´s be patient, enjoy this arc and we will see where it goes...
It´s definitely a milestone reaching the mark of 100 episodes. At the beginning it wasn´t even clear if it would last that long and now cannot even tell when it ends...
After two movie retellings, the Universe 6 arc, the Copy Vegeta filler, the Future Trunks arc and some interesting filler episodes we are currently in the Universe Survival arc and the tournament just started with episode 97. It´s completely unknown in which direction this arc is going since the fate of all the universes is at stake. One of them had already been erased.
But this arc has something for everyone: It gives Tien, Roshi and Kuririn some time to shine, the android #17 and #18 participate, we got more Saiyans from Universe 6 (even Super Saiyans), all the angels, Gods of Destruction and Supreme Kai from the other universes, many new characters and... not to forget: Frieza.
He could also be an interesting factor about the time past the arc: Will he eventually win or getting revived? Having some collaboration with Frost in Universe 6 to create a new empire? Or go even further? Becoming a God of Destruction?
The other universes are quite interesting on its own for several further subplots, just looking at the 6th and 11th universe. Could the next story finally send the Z fighters to other universes? Vegeta visiting Planet Sadal? And what about the Universe 6 Namekians?
So many open things which makes me believe that the story could easily go much further - even with staying in the current time-slot of Dragon Ball age.
The ending of the Future Trunks arc in both anime and manga doesn´t seem that this was the last we saw Vegetas son from another timeline. The fact that both him and Mai exist twice in there new-created timeline can lead to something in the future. Toriyama did not do that without having an idea behind... Although it´s Toriyama.. Quite likely he has no plan yet.
Anyway the return of Future Trunks with the enemy Goku Black brought many fans back and it truly helped the reputation of the new Dragon Ball anime TV series.
Nozawa even wants to reach 700 episodes... sounds quite crazy looking at her age. But Dragon Ball Super is running well right now, was once even better than One Piece in terms of viewers, so let´s see what the future brings.
We are already way past GT with 64 episodes, the next benchmark would be going past the 153 episodes of the first original DB series which I see quite likely to happen...
At the time the 10 members for the Universe Survival Arc were revealed it got me thinking: There could be a stronger line-up!
And looking on how strong the former ruler of Universe 7 got after his revival with just a bit of training for 4 months? With reaching a new form? What if he could have mastered the Golden Frieza form? He was already a real threat for Super Saiyan Blue Goku back then.
And now the destiny of Universe including heaven and hell is at stake, so why only looking on Earth? There are surely stronger fighters than Muten Roshi, Kuririn or Tenshinhan out there. Especially in the afterlife, just look at Pikkon or other previous enemies in hell like Cell.
But surely, Frieza would be a great choice in terms of power. But interestingly the idea only came up after Buu fell asleep. But it's still hard to imagine that Frieza would fight along with the Z warriors. Frieza tried killing all of them and Kuririn and Piccolo won't forget that he actually did it.
In the preview for Episode 93 you could see Frieza that would accept Gokus offer, but he has conditions. What could that be?
Getting back to live and not just for 24 hours? The wish for immortality which he failed with back on Namek? Another revenge match against Goku? He surely will take an advantage out of that situation.
Anyway, I am very curious about what is going to happen in Episode 93. Goku will meet his nemesis again. The idea seems crazy but it adds more exciting for the upcoming tournament!
