How to draw Goku like you have never seen him before? Picture the Saiyan hero with pale blue skin, glowing red eyes, and tiny fangs.
I have loved anime and animation since I was a child. So, turning one of my favorite heroes into a vampire was pure fun.
In the video above, I show the whole process. Below, I break it down so you can follow along at your own pace.
Where Does Goku Come From?
Before we draw, let’s talk about the character. Knowing him makes the drawing feel more alive.
- Goku was created by Akira Toriyama and first appeared in the Dragon Ball manga in 1984.
- He was born a Saiyan named Kakarot and sent to Earth as a baby.
- After a bump on the head, he forgot his mission and grew up kind and curious.
- His story is inspired by Sun Wukong, the Monkey King from the classic tale Journey to the West.
- The Dragon Ball Z anime began in 1989 and turned him into a worldwide icon.
Why Do People Love Goku So Much?
First, Goku never gives up. He falls, gets back up, and trains harder every single time.
Secondly, he fights to protect the people he loves. He is powerful, but he stays humble and cheerful.
Moreover, his look is unforgettable. Those wild spiky hair shapes make him easy to spot, even as a silhouette.
Therefore, a dbz drawing of him is a great practice. In fact, it teaches shape, movement, and bold line work all at once.
How to Draw Goku as a Vampire Step by Step
Now for the fun part. Let’s learn how you draw Goku with fangs, pointed ears, and a dark red palette.
Step 1: Start With a Simple Circle
How to draw Goku circle guide for the head, first step of a vampire Goku drawing
Every great drawing begins with a basic shape. Draw a loose circle for the head.
Don’t worry about making it perfect. Messy, light lines are your friend here.
Step 2: Sketch the Face and Angry Eyes
Goku drawing of a vampire face sketch with sharp eyes, nose, and a serious mouth
Next, add a center line and an eye line. Then sketch sharp, angled eyebrows for that intense Goku stare.
For the vampire twist, give him a pointed ear. Furthermore, add a small fang peeking from his lip.
Step 3: Build the Upper Body and Spiky Hair
How to sketch Goku upper body and spiky hair with a vest, high collar, and cross earrings
Here, you block in the big shapes. Start with the wild hair spikes, then the shoulders, vest, and arms.
I added a high collar, a zipper vial necklace, and cross earrings. These small details make him feel like a vampire.
If you want to draw Goku easy, think in triangles for the hair and boxes for the shoulders. Therefore, it never feels overwhelming.
Step 4: Clean Up With Lineart
Dragon Ball Z drawing Goku vampire lineart with clean outlines and detailed cross earrings
Now trace over your sketch with confident, smooth lines. In fact, this is the step that makes your goku sketch drawing look professional.
Tip: Use Thicker Lines on the Outside
Thicker outer lines and thinner inner lines add depth.
Step 5: Choose Your Color Palette
How do you draw Goku with color, an eight color palette beside the base colors
Before coloring, pick your colors. I used crimson red, ice blue, soft blue, deep teal, navy, maroon, off white, and warm brown.
I switched my lineart to brown. As a result, the whole piece feels softer and more unified.
Step 6: Add the Flat Base Colors
Draw Goku easy with flat base colors for skin, hair, vest, and red details
Fill each area with one flat color. Use pale blue for the skin, navy for the hair, teal for the vest, and red for the accents.
Red eyes and red buttons tie everything together.
Step 7: Shade and Finish With a Red Background
Goku sketch drawing finished as a vampire with shading, glowing red eyes, and a red gradient background
Finally, add shadows with darker tones and highlights with lighter ones. Then add a red gradient background so he pops off the screen.
That’s it. You now know how to draw Dragon Ball Z Goku with a vampire twist.
Download This Goku and Redraw It
Truly, the best way to learn is to practice. So, I made the lineart available for you.
- Download the lineart below
- Redraw it with your own colors and style
- Post it and tag me on Instagram @kenallouis
- I will shout out my favorites in my stories and may repost them
Download the Vampire Goku Lineart
Free Goku Coloring Page for This Artwork
Not in the mood to draw? No problem. If you love to color, you can download my free Goku coloring page for this artwork.
It is a clean, print ready outline. Whether you want goku coloring sheets, a quick dbz coloring session, or your own dragonball coloring style, it is yours to enjoy.
So, grab your markers, colored pencils, or favorite coloring app. Try my palette, or go with your own colors for coloring Goku.
Download the Free Goku Coloring Page
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Fan Art Disclaimer: This artwork is fan art. Goku and Dragon Ball are the property of their respective owners, including Akira Toriyama, Toei Animation, and Shueisha. This drawing is not for sale, nor is it being sold.