In fanfiction, fusion in Steven Universe and Dragon Ball Z can be really interesting. In Dragon Ball Z, fusion is a more physical and power - based process like the Fusion Dance or the Potara Earrings. In Steven Universe, fusion is more about emotional and mental connection. So in fanfiction, authors might combine these ideas. Maybe a character from Steven Universe learns the Dragon Ball Z fusion techniques and uses it in a new way, or vice versa. It could create some really unique and powerful fusions that we haven't seen in either original series.
One popular concept is the fusion of power - based characters. For example, fusing Gohan from Dragon Ball Z with Garnet from Steven Universe. Gohan has his incredible Saiyan strength and potential, while Garnet has the combined power of Ruby and Sapphire. Fans like to imagine how their powers would interact and what kind of new abilities the fusion would have. Another is fusing the main protagonists, like Steven and Goku. It's a classic 'what if' scenario that many fanfiction writers explore.
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.
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.
A Kryptonian in the Dragon Ball Z universe could potentially be a very powerful addition. Their natural abilities like super strength, flight, and heat vision could make them a force to be reckoned with. However, they would also face challenges as the Dragon Ball Z world has its own power scale with ki-based powers. They might have to adapt to the different fighting styles and power sources. Maybe they could learn to use ki in addition to their Kryptonian powers, or they could find a way to combine the two in unique ways.
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.