Panini's Dragon Ball Z: Awakening marked an ambitious entry into the DBZ trading card market in 2016, arriving during a period of renewed collector interest in the franchise. The Starter Deck Chrome subset represented the accessible entry point for players and newcomers, featuring chromed parallels that distinguished them from standard releases. These early Panini offerings helped establish the modern DBZ card hobby before the property shifted hands. Cell stands as one of the Awakening set's primary antagonists and a cornerstone villain of the Dragon Ball Z saga. This starter deck version captures the character in his iconic form, making it a natural target for players building Cell-focused collections or saga-themed decks. Collectors value starter deck cards for their accessibility and the foundational role they play in set completion.