Power and weakness is also a theme. The super - powered characters of Dragon Ball Z contrast with the relatively normal (in terms of physical power) Family Guy characters. Fanfictions often play with how the Family Guy characters deal with the overwhelming power of the Z - fighters, or how the Z - fighters adjust to the lack of power - related threats in Quahog.
Yes, they are. In the novels, there are often more detailed descriptions of the characters' thoughts and feelings. For instance, when Gohan is in a tough battle, we might get a more in - depth look at his fears and determination in the novels compared to the anime.
There are no such inappropriate 'Straight Shota' stories in the official Dragon Ball Z canon. Dragon Ball Z mainly focuses on epic battles, power-ups, and the adventures of Goku and his friends to protect the Earth from various villains.
The main difference is that the abridged fanfiction of Dragon Ball Z is likely to have a different take on the story. So when Akatsuki watches it, they're seeing a more modified version. Dragon Ball Z is the original, while the abridged fanfiction may cut out some parts, add new jokes or even change character personalities a bit.
Dragon Ball Z is both anime and manga. The anime was adapted from the manga and they share the same story and characters, but presented in different mediums.
One love story in Dragon Ball Z could be the relationship between Goku and Chi - Chi. Chi - Chi has loved Goku since they were young. She was determined to marry him and finally did. Their love story is unique as Goku is often more focused on training and fighting to protect the Earth, but Chi - Chi is there to support him in her own way, like taking care of their family and making sure Goku doesn't neglect his family duties completely.
One alternative is to focus on character backstories. You could write about the early days of Piccolo, how he came to be the way he is. Another option is to do crossovers with other non - sexual universes. Maybe a story where the Dragon Ball Z characters meet characters from a magical anime world and they have to work together to solve a problem. Also, you can write about the relationships between the characters in a platonic way, like the deepening of the friendship between Gohan and Krillin.