My headcanon version of Vegeta's mother
My headcanon version of Vegeta's mother: Menta (name derived from the Greek word for "mint")—before meeting King Vegeta, she was an icy, emotionless war machine. Later, after she and King Vegeta redeemed each other, she developed a more human-like personality.
She was the strongest general under King Vegeta, with combat prowess rivaling his own. A strategic genius, highly intelligent, she served not only as a general but also as a tactician, even excelling in politics (far surpassing King Vegeta in this regard). Originally destined to live her life as the strongest yet numb soldier, her encounter with King Vegeta—initially just a challenge for stimulation and an attempt to climb the ranks—changed her fate forever.
She was not just King Vegeta’s general but also, in a sense, his chancellor. Granted the privilege to criticize anyone, she most often directed her sharp words at King Vegeta himself and his political opponents. Her political methods were ruthlessly efficient (a remnant of her weaponized past), specializing in open schemes, leveraging forces against each other, and striking precisely at weaknesses. She despised factionalism and unnecessary formalities. What she disliked was not power itself but the hypocrisy, inefficiency, and pointless sacrifices of politics. Her skill came from her ability to see through the essence of human nature and chains of interest (like analyzing a battlefield), using the most efficient (and often most direct) means to achieve her goals (supporting the king’s ideals).
Early Period (Before Meeting King Vegeta):
The coldest and most emotionless warrior, with a sharp, icy demeanor. Vegeta’s initial lack of humanity was inherited from her.
So rational she seemed almost robotic—more like a weapon than a person.
Extremely confident but not arrogant, with an unnervingly steady lack of emotion.
Beneath it all, she harbored a deep sense of boredom, finding nothing meaningful except battle. She even wished for death in combat.
Blindly obeyed orders because she didn’t care as long as she could fight.
Taciturn, clear-thinking, and decisive—but uninterested in anything beyond combat.
Keenly perceptive but indifferent to her surroundings, coming off as dull (though she secretly amused herself with dark humor).
Suppressed all aggression, unleashing it only in battle.
Later (After Meeting and Redeeming Each Other with King Vegeta):
Still sharp and cold at first glance, with a distant, cutting demeanor.
Once close, she shows fierce loyalty and protectiveness toward loved ones.
Criticizes often, but always offers solutions—acts as a voice of reason to prevent ideological stagnation.
Frequently challenges King Vegeta’s decisions to push him to grow, and he allows (even encourages) it. She remains his "political opponent."
Highly skilled in criticism, brutally honest, and surprisingly talkative.
Still logical and decisive but now with more hobbies (though battle remains her favorite).
Emotionally stable but more lively and human—the calmer, steadier half of the couple.
Surprisingly good at soothing others’ emotions.
While adept at political maneuvering, she remains direct and dislikes unnecessary complications.
Has a dry, understated sense of humor (enjoys sarcastic one-liners).
After warming up to someone, shows subtle, quiet warmth—but retains healthy aggression.
Occasionally too harsh with words, regretting it afterward (though her ability to comfort helps smooth things over).
Not a conventionally likable personality, with no interest in pleasing others.
As chancellor, she still acts with political consideration, though she dislikes politics.
Still loves battle the most—sometimes losing herself in the heat of combat. The only other thing that breaks her rationality is harm coming to loved ones.
Surprisingly talkative, even nagging at times.
Actively seeks stimulation (training, research, picking fights via criticism) to avoid slipping back into emptiness.
The only enjoyment she finds in politics is the chance to openly criticize stupidity, corruption, and anything hindering progress.
Right eye blinded (white) + explosion scars on the right side of her face (from taking a fatal blow meant for King Vegeta).
Pure black eyes (no highlights).
Short hair with wide, leaf-like strands.
