Dragon Ball #09

The test of the all-seeing crone adds a new layer of fantasy to the series. I'm curious what inspired the inclusion of this mythical challenge and how it ties into Goku's growth.

The detailed focus on the trial was engaging but also made me wonder if it was a deliberate choice to build tension or just a matter of storytelling style.

The character expressions and action sequences seem to have matured. Did others notice a shift in Akira Toriyama's illustration approach here?