May 9th marks Goku Day, which is also recognized as Piccolo Day by fans alike and Dragon Ball celebrates the special occasion with a Piccolo Cape Cloak. The date is known as the day that the fictional character had 'conquered Earth.' The new design is wearable to peak fans' attention as the signature cape cloak also comes with his iconic headdress and purple garb as well.
The cloak is an important touch to his character's design as it has a dramatic shape to it and exaggerated portions. It measures out to be 145 cm in the overall length and 110 cm in its width. It also features extended shoulder pads and is entirely designed in a pure white tone.
Anime-Themed Dramatic Cloaks
Dragon Ball Releases a Special Piccolo Cape Cloak for Goku Day
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