Why doesnt Roshi wish to be younger?

[eledoremassis02]

He's immortal (in the sense he won't age) but I wonder why he never wished to be younger? His power would arguably increase, although he's not doing too bad these days. Would it just be awkward for him?

[jjgp1112]

Cheating time is definitely something Roshi would be fundamentally opposed to. The single biggest part of his character arc was seeing that the world of martial arts had passed him by and stepping aside for the new generation.

That's like asking why Goku or Vegeta wouldn't wish for more strength.

[eledoremassis02]

Cheating time is definitely something Roshi would be fundamentally opposed to. The single biggest part of his character arc was seeing that the world of martial arts had passed him by and stepping aside for the new generation.

That's like asking why Goku or Vegeta wouldn't wish for more strength.

Overall I agree with that, but with his involvement again in Super (anime and manga), I feel like it's something that could be brought up.

Goku and Vegeta have too much pride to cheat like that and Roshi already doesn't age, so there was that as well

[It_Is_Ayna_You_Flips]

Cheating time is definitely something Roshi would be fundamentally opposed to. The single biggest part of his character arc was seeing that the world of martial arts had passed him by and stepping aside for the new generation.

That's like asking why Goku or Vegeta wouldn't wish for more strength.

Overall I agree with that, but with his involvement again in Super (anime and manga), I feel like it's something that could be brought up.

Goku and Vegeta have too much pride to cheat like that and Roshi already doesn't age, so there was that as well

Also, the next generation of martial artists is a bit of a joke. With the exception of Goku, none of them have shown the ability to improve or grow, so it's not as if Roshi's initial reason for stepping aside holds valid. Whatever potential Roshi saw them has clearly been squandered so why wouldn't he ask for a second chance to reach new heights?

[DragonBallFoodie]

It doesn't look like he needs it, with his stamina and reflexes being beyond normal for a man like him.

All he could benefit from being younger is better looks?

[jjgp1112]

Cheating time is definitely something Roshi would be fundamentally opposed to. The single biggest part of his character arc was seeing that the world of martial arts had passed him by and stepping aside for the new generation.

That's like asking why Goku or Vegeta wouldn't wish for more strength.

Overall I agree with that, but with his involvement again in Super (anime and manga), I feel like it's something that could be brought up.

Goku and Vegeta have too much pride to cheat like that and Roshi already doesn't age, so there was that as well

Also, the next generation of martial artists is a bit of a joke. With the exception of Goku, none of them have shown the ability to improve or grow, so it's not as if Roshi's initial reason for stepping aside holds valid. Whatever potential Roshi saw them has clearly been squandered so why wouldn't he ask for a second chance to reach new heights?

Huh? I mean, relative to the Saiyans they didn't do much but Krillin, Tien, and Yamcha far exceeded ANYTHING Roshi was capable of

[KBABZ]

I feel like for Roshi that would fall under the "it goes against the natural order" rule. At least until you told him it'd make it easier for him to fondle girls, I suppose...

[Psajdak]

True reason?

Because he wouldn't be Muten Roshi we know anymore.

Just like how Goku is known for his spiky hair, or Tenshinhan for his bald head, and third eye, Roshi is, despite we seeing him in his youth, most recognizable as old man wearing sunglasses.

I do think that he could somehow get a tehnique that gives him back his youth for a short period of time.
That would have been his "transformation", sort of.

[It_Is_Ayna_You_Flips]

Huh? I mean, relative to the Saiyans they didn't do much but Krillin, Tien, and Yamcha far exceeded ANYTHING Roshi was capable of

And then quickly plateaued. Roshi meanwhile continued to push past his limits when he decided to resume training himself so that by the time of the ToP he's far exceeded his former students. If not in raw power than definitely in fighting ability.

[10gigtriforce]

Hes already supposedly 'immortal' as far as dying from old age goes. and has shown hes keeping up his training. An undying(save for from murder or sacrificing his life force) old master that just keeps training and getting more badass? thats a good character for roshi

[10gigtriforce]

Huh? I mean, relative to the Saiyans they didn't do much but Krillin, Tien, and Yamcha far exceeded ANYTHING Roshi was capable of

And then quickly plateaued. Roshi meanwhile continued to push past his limits when he decided to resume training himself so that by the time of the ToP he's far exceeded his former students. If not in raw power than definitely in fighting ability.

Heck if we go by the manga he is even somewhat close to ultra instinct