Panini's Dragon Ball Z Awakening arrived in 2016 as part of the company's effort to revive the Dragon Ball trading card game for Western audiences. The set marked a significant moment for DBZ collecting, bringing fresh artwork and game mechanics to a property that had seen limited English card releases in recent years. Awakening became a touchstone for players and collectors discovering or rediscovering the franchise through the TCG format during the mid-2010s. Trunks, the brilliant swordsman and time-traveling defender of humanity, remains a fan favorite from the Dragon Ball universe. This Starter Deck version captures the character in a memorable moment, appealing to both casual enthusiasts and dedicated collectors. Early DBZ cards from the Panini era hold particular interest as the company's interpretation of the franchise found its own identity separate from earlier English releases.