#bardine

Goku & Raditz are both mama’s boys.

Goku and Bardock have a relationship kind of like Hank and Bobby Hill: Bardock might not understand him (“That boy ain’t right”) but that’s his boy god dang it.

Bardock & Gine are embarrassingly lovey-dovey to the point of still acting like a hormonal teenage couple even when their boys are grown.

They would love Chichi.

When Goku is little, he mispronounces Raditz' name. Variations include "Radish", "Rabbits", and "Rabbish"

Bardock is strict as a dad but softens up as a grandpa.

Gine is one of the least violent Saiyans…unless Bardock or the boys are threatened, then she goes full Mama Bear.

And she’s a lot more dangerous with knives and cooking utensils. Ask her family.

Yes, Bardock is a whipped hubby. His wife is precious to the point it’s annoying and he’d rather lose a limb than have her angry or sad because of him.

When Gine’s busy or out, Bardock takes the boys with him to work. It’s hard for his team to take him seriously when he has a fluffy toddler wrestling with his tail and a baby version of him drooling on top his head.

Bardock is like one of those old fashioned immigrant fathers. He doesn’t care what planet he’s on, he’s a Saiyan and this is a Saiyan household.

Gine is super affectionate with her boys. Even when they're twice her size and strong enough to throw her into the sun, they are still her babies and she will glomp them and smother them with hugs and kisses.

Goku is one of those people who prefers their nickname and only their family calls them by their government name.

Goku's guy friends are instantly attracted to Gine but become super uncomfortable when they realize she's their friend's mom.

Raditz is the asshole older brother who constantly bullies his little brother by giving him noogies, wedgies, loogies, Wet Willies, as well as telling everyone he wet the bed until he was nine and once tried to launch him into space as a baby.

Goku thinks his dad is the coolest in the galaxy. His friends end up agreeing with him.

This was based on a sticker concept for the Bardock x Gine zine I was apart of a few years ago.

DBZ OC Headshot: Brinja

Lately I wasn't in the greatest of moods, I decided to finish a sketch of Brinja I made a while ago, hopefully to give me motivation again...

So, Brinja! She's meant to be Bardock and Gine's daughter, after Goku/Kakarot and Turles, in AUs where Gine lives and Planet Vegeta isn't blown up, or it is and the couple managed to avoid death. I was more than flattered when Gurgelz asked me if he could give his OC, Chardive, the same eye shape of Brinja! Chardive is meant to be Bardock's mother in his verses. I loved her and her husband, Bardock Sr, so much I decided to make them Bardock and Tales' parents in my verses too. 😁

Brinja is also meant to be Gine's first child with Bardock in @anasartdump's verses, where Bardock gets with Gine after Hanasia passes away or they're in a throuple relationship because the idiot is unable to choose lol. I hope I didn't make it too confusing...

"Brinja" is a wordplay from "berinjela", the Portuguese word for "eggplant".

Dragon Ball franchise, Bardock and Gine © Akira Toriyama.

a/n: this was a request sent to me!! and i just absolutely ADORED it so i dropped everything i was doing to make itt!! This may be my last fic for a while though, as school has started again.. BUT PLS KEEP REQUESTING!! I'll do em eventually!!

Summary: Years ago, two completely different Saiyans meet, and as if by fate, fall for each other. Gine falls first, but Bardock falls even harder.

WARNINGS: Slight angst, yearning men make me CRAZY, basically romeo and juliet but with bardock and gine, romance, title from mcr because i can and i will

WORD COUNT: 1,100

A long time ago, when Gine was just a young child, she had met this young boy in her training class. His name was Bardock, and she was absolutely drawn in by him. Gine was taught from a young age, to marry a wealthy and strong Saiyan man. The moment their eyes met, she was astounded. He was already so strong, especially for such a young Saiyan. When she told her mother about him, her mother froze up and her gaze hardened.

''You will NOT be friends with that boy.'' She said firmly, almost a stern yell. Gine frowned, almost whining to her mother.

''But Mama…why? I really want to be friends with him!''

Her father approached, even angrier than her mother. ''His family is a disgrace to the Saiyan name. He is the only strong one in his family, if you have children with him, they'll be weak little creatures. I forbid you from even speaking to him, do you hear? I swear to Kami, if you ever do, there'll be consequences.''

She was left fearful, so she kept her distance. Despite wanting to talk to him, she stood away from him, trying to keep her eyes off of him as they trained. It was a struggle, but she soon got over it. The pain fizzling out.

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Bardock was left stunned. This girl..she must have been around his age. She was pretty - well, as pretty as a 9 year old girl could be in his young eyes. His mother and father were sceptical, she was too skinny. She looked like she'd crumble with one hit. His family wanted him to be with a strong, brawny woman.

So the moment he approached them about her, they were firm in their decision. His mother looked down at him, speaking in that firm, stern tone.

''She is an awful influence on you. She disgusts us, you will NEVER be with her, understand?''

Bardock was disheartened, almost downtrodden. He wanted to at least be friends with her! But of course, that wasn't allowed. He gave up, ignoring her during their classes together, he didn't want to even look at her, in fear that he'd fall too hard for her.

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When they had both reached adulthood, they were completely different. Bardock was rough, almost evil, ravaging every planet he had went to, there was always a little blood on him no matter what he had done. He was the typical Saiyan male. Strong, tough, and a little wicked.

But Gine? She was the other side of the spectrum. She was gentle and merciful. When she had gone to another planet to take things, she would take what she needed, and then sit with the animals on that planet before going home. She was dainty and tender. Unlike most Saiyans. Her family shunned her for this -- they wanted a strong daughter, not this soft mush of a daughter that Gine was.

So, whenever Bardock and Gine were put into a mission together, it didn't go that well. Bardock was pillaging the city, ransacking every home he went into. But Gine stayed behind, taking food politely from the locals in the small village. She helped some of the younger children in the homes relax, and picked up things for them.

When she returned to the ship, Bardock was already there, staring at her incredulously. ''What was that all about?'' He enquired snarkily, eyes rolling over her delicate form. ''You didn't do much. You took food, not valuable things. Why?''

Gine looked into his eyes, trying to assess him. ''Well-..um, I don't really do pillaging like you do. I think treating everybody nicely is the best way to earn things.'' She remarked, seeing his tough façade cracking. She felt strange. Her stomach kept flipping as she looked at him. He was handsome. Rugged, but handsome. The scar on his right cheek made him look even more tough and hot.

She felt herself falling, and falling HARD.

Bardock examined her, and the soft aura about her. She was what he was looking for - someone to let go around. To shove off this personality he was forcing. He knew at that moment, he would be with her. He loved her softness, the merciful and forgiving tendencies she had. She was gorgeous, not only physically.

Bardock stammered over his words, struggling to form a coherent thought. ''Uh..uh well, I-..erm, let's just go back to Planet Vegeta. This place is..too..awkward.''

Gine giggled, amused by his nervousness and the deep blush on his face. ''Alright, let's go, big boy.'' She added with a laugh. Noticing that his blush got even deeper at the nickname. ''I can grab you a drink while we're there.''

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The moment Bardock stepped into her home, his heart began to race. The place was unlike many other homes on Planet Vegeta. Hers was warm, comfortable and inviting. He didn't know about any rules she had, so he follows his own. He leaves his boots and his bag at the door, and sits down on one of her chairs.

''Um..nice place, Gine.'' He comments, gazing around the dimly lit room. His thoughts were interrupted by Gine approaching, handing him a large pint glass, filled with beer. Their hands gently brush as she hands him the drink. And like a shock of electricity, their gazes lock. There was this semblance of love, somewhat.

''Thank you..'' She smiles, pink dusting her cheeks slightly as she tries to hide her face. Stepping away to sit beside him and finish off her own drink. ''You can stay the night, if you want to.'' She suddenly adds, her voice inviting. ''I could sleep on the couch, and you can take the bed.''

Bardock looked at her as if she'd just said the stupidest thing in the universe. ''No, Gine, you take the bed. I'll sleep on the couch.'' His voice unyielding. ''ᵒʳ ᵐᵃʸᵇᵉ ʷᵉ ᶜᵃⁿ ˢʰᵃʳᵉ ᵃ ᵇᵉᵈ…'' He adds in a quiet whisper, hoping she didn't hear that.

Gine paused, she definitely heard that. ''Uh- Bardock, sure, I guess…'' She blushed and hid her face again, bashfully. She leans into him, resting her head on his shoulder.

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Years later, they were married. It was kind of a struggle, reigning Bardock in all the time, but she managed. He was tough and strong outside, but with her, he was gentle and loving. He was whipped for her, and it was obvious. In multiple ways. (which, Bardock does NOT like to mention.)