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PHYSICAL STRENGTH

KI RELEASE

PHYSICAL STRENGTH

In the Dragon Ball manga, Physical Strength (Tairyoku, 体力) represents Vital Energy or Life Force, independently of the life expectancy. It characterizes a consumable energy during combat that can be restored by Senzu Beans as well as healing techniques. Moreover, any notion related to "Strength," whether physical or spiritual, is necessarily included within an energy system like Ki and replaces it depending on the context.

Physical Strength refers to the power derived from the body, which anyone can develop through training. In other words, it indicates an individual's physical condition through their body, without any connection to the mind. This term is often mentioned when a person’s bodily energy impacts their Vitality (Kiryoku, 気力). As such, it naturally integrates into the concept of "Ki" in Dragon Ball but is more closely related to an individual’s condition or health.

Cell

← "It seems your Physical Strength (体力) has decreased significantly [...] Go ahead and eat a Senzu, Son Gokū [...] The fight should be even more spectacular."

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"What's wrong? Is your pride stopping you from eating a Senzu? [...] Right now, my Physical Strength has decreased a lot, and if you're at Full Power (Furu Pawā, フルパワー), your chances of winning will increase, just a little..." →

- Senzu (Majic Bean) -

Injuries, just like Physical Strength (体力), are restored!

"If a single grain of these magic beans is eaten, it instantly restores Vitality (気力), i.e. Physical Strength (体力), and heals all injuries.

Once eaten, the effect is immediate. It is an essential item for Goku, who takes part in many intense battles!"

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Gokū

"Ah! Wait, Gohan! There are still 2 senzu left, take one. You used up quite a bit of your Physical Strength (体力) earlier, didn't you?"

Piccolo

"That one had really lost most of his Physical Strength (体力)... just to check if the artificial humans absorbed energy through their palms [...] If he had fought this No. 20 right then, he would definitely have lost... And yet, he spoke as if he still had something left... After all, Vegeta is a battle genius..."

No. 20 / Dr. Gero

"These are the senzu, which restore Physical Strength (体力) and even heal severe injuries..."

Vegeta

"Despite everything, that damn Kakarotto is using a really strange remedy [...] Not only does it heal all wounds, but it also completely restores Physical Strength (体力)..."

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- Dende -

He can restore Physical Strength (体力) and heal the injuries of others.

"Dende, the prodigious child of the Dragon Clan, has the ability to heal injured individuals who are collapsed. He can not only restore their Physical Strength (体力), but he is also capable of completely healing their injuries. In other words, Dende's ability is to restore the health condition (健康状態) of his allies."

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Power Recovery

"Appearance: Chapter 299 / Category: Ability / Users: Kibito, Dende / Description: It restores power (パワー) by infusing Ki (気) into an injured body whose Battle Power (戦闘力) has been weakened by combat. Dende, having had his Latent Potential unlocked by the Grand Elder, emits Ki in the form of an electric current, concentrating it in his hands from his entire body. Kibito uses the innate ability of the Celestial Realm’s inhabitants, allowing him to restore energy through a Kiai (気合い) transfer."

The total power an individual contains determines their Physical Strength in terms of Ki consumption. Unlike Battle Power (戦闘力), which only reflects the amount of available Ki, Physical Strength also includes the notion of the individual's exhaustion. Thus, any warrior whose Ki reserve has been exhausted will have to recover the equivalent of their Full Power (furu pawā, フルパワー) to fully restore it.

Kibito

"Hm...!? I haven't even reached his full power (Furu Pawā, フルパワー) yet... He has a strength with no limits... Still, for a human to be driven by such immense and pure energy... It's no wonder they covet it..."

In this example, Kibito restores Gohan's full power (including the potential of Super Saiyan 2) while he is still in his normal state.

Vegeta

"In that case, we have no choice but to heal Kakarotto and restore his full power (Furu Pawā, フルパワー) [...] Take him inside the spaceship."

Namekian Ability: Regenaration (再生)

As long as the head remains intact, they can return to normal

"Although it significantly drains Physical Strength (体力), they can regenerate the tissues of their body. According to a theory, as long as the head stays intact, all parts of the body, such as arms and legs, can be regenerated. There are even concrete examples where, in the middle of a fight, some of them deliberately severed their injured arm before regenerating it."

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Freeza

"That one is surprising! He can regenerate? [...] But even if he returns to his initial state, it doesn't change anything. Moreover, he doesn't even seem capable of recovering his Physical Strength (体力), since his Battle Power (戦闘力) has dropped compared to earlier..."

Ability to Regenerate the Body

"Although it significantly drains Physical Strength (体力), any part of the body can be regenerated as long as the head remains intact."

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KI RELEASE

During a fight, the main function of Ki Release (気の解放) in an individual is precisely to trigger the circulation of his latent energy throughout his body, in the desired proportion. In order to understand the activation of internal power in detail, it is useful to examine Vital Energy (Genki) from another perspective and look into one of its synonyms: Seiki (生気).

Example of usage in the manga:

Gokū

"As I thought, this Spopovitch is weird [...] He remains completely indifferent even though he shouldn't be able to take so much damage; and then, I don't sense any trace of Seiki (生気) in him."

The Chinese derivative of Seiki (生気) is called Shēng Qì (生氣). It refers to active energy, the type that circulates within the body in interaction with the environment. Shēng Qì is often associated with the quality of Vital Energy present in places, through the practice of "Feng Shui" (the traditional Chinese art of harmonizing spaces), or even with the aura surrounding an individual in any given location. In other words, it represents an energetic force in motion, necessary to support life and its dynamism. In English, the term is typically translated as "Liveliness," referring to the "vivacity," the characteristic of what is "vivid" or has "intensity" within nature. The application of "Feng Shui" in a home promotes the flow of Shēng Qì to create harmony and a healthy environment (by arranging furniture in each living space). According to this view, Shēng Qì is the positive manifestation of Qì, in contrast to the negative forms of Qì, such as Shā Qì (煞氣). In Japanese, Seiki is therefore the opposite of Sakki (殺気).

More precisely, Seiki is actually a way of referring to Ki in full expansion, which contributes to an individual’s growth of Vital Energy. When perfectly cultivated, it improves health, strengthens vitality, and "animates" the living being in its natural environment. This completely reflects the literal meaning of the term 生気, composed of 生 (life) and 気 (energy).

However, if warriors are able to control their internal energy and adjust its power within their bodies, one question remains: what is the very source of this energy?

In martial arts, the concept of the "Hara" (腹: meaning "abdomen") refers to the center of Vital Energy, located at the navel (its exact position can vary depending on the source). It is considered the vital point where strength and balance are cultivated, a place often described as the refuge of physical power and inner stability. It is from this source that Ki, once released, spreads throughout the body within the meridians.

The "cinnabar field," where energy resides — i.e., the Hara — is essential for transitioning from a "normal state" to a "martial state." Before activating the Hara, the individual is calm, amiable, and in search of peace; but when faced with an opponent, their fighting spirit begins to mobilize the Hara, which generates a physical tension comparable to an energetically charged atmosphere. As the Hara activates, the cinnabar field transforms the individual, shifting them from their usual state to that of a true warrior, like a samurai or martial arts practitioner.

When a fighter is in their "normal state" (Futsū no Jōtai, ふつうの状態 or Tsūjō Jōtai, 通常状態), it doesn't mean that the power they can unleash at their maximum level has disappeared. On the contrary, this power still resides within them, but it is not active. Transformations do not create power from nothing; they instead allow for the awakening and release of a potential that already exists within the individual.

Piccolo

"Remember this well: in battle, we are capable of amplifying what you call energy all at once and making it surge [...] Which means that the energy you stole from me earlier was insignificant..."

Context: No. 20 (Dr. Gero) thought he had recovered the entire power of Piccolo based on the energy he was emitting (his Battle Power) at the moment his power was absorbed. Piccolo then explains that he had actually captured only a tiny fraction of his energy, and that it in no way reflected his true level.

Shin

"So these 3 still have some margin (余裕)... They can unleash (出せる) an enormous power (とてつもないパワー) if needed, as Son Gokū briefly showed..."

KI CONCENTRATION

Usually, the maximum power an individual can achieve always corresponds to their entire internal energy. When a fighter manages to use their Full Power (フルパワー) against their opponent, it means that they are exploiting their full potential, so that their 100% Combat Strength is fueled by their entire Ki reserve. In other words, the body contains the exact proportion of energy that is used in combat, as specified in Chōzenshū No. 4:

Translation:

BATTLE POWER

"Power devoted to combat that is stored in the body. Its value can be measured using a scouter. The higher this value, the stronger the warrior, and it serves as a benchmark when fighting an opponent. Warriors from Earth are able to perceive their opponent's Battle Power without using a scouter, and can also regulate their own Battle Power. A simple Earth farmer has a Battle Power of 5, while Goku's Battle Power as a Super Saiyan exceeds 150 million."

However, there are exceptions, especially when certain characters do not naturally have access to their full potential. In this case, they do not have enough Ki within them to deploy their "Full Power" during combat. This is where the principle of Ki Concentration (気の集中) comes into play, allowing them to artificially increase their bodily power to their limits. On the other hand, those who have already used their Full Power in combat are unable to intensify their Ki beyond what they can release at 100%. Only fighters who still have latent room for improvement can benefit from a temporary power-up, by partially reaching their Full Power. But once this strategy is carried out, their Physical Strength is considerably reduced.

Piccolo VS. Raditz:

Translation:

PICCOLO - 408 units

"Removing his training gear, he confronts the enemy with all his might! His Makankōsappō, launched from his fingertips, is equivalent to a power of 1330."

When Piccolo faces Raditz in direct combat, his Ki is rated at 408, which corresponds to the use of all his internal power displayed under these conditions. However, thanks to the extreme concentration of this Ki in a single technique, he reaches his Full Power, measured at 1330, which is much higher than his original level. His Ki reserve (the gauge of his internal power) has not increased, but by being densified at the expense of its duration of use, the consumption of his energy has accelerated. Piccolo then obtains a power-up allowing him to temporarily access his maximum power.

Freeza VS. Son Gokū:

Freeza's Ki concentration concerns his overall physical state. At 70% of his maximum power, he has his entire internal Ki reserve "as is", that is to say the actual size of energy available within him. When he reaches 100% of his power (the "Full Power"), estimated at 120,000,000, this same reserve is compressed and concentrated, which increases the displayed power without the reserve itself increasing. This also explains why his body swells under the effect of this extreme compression: the consumption of Ki intensifies in his organism, generating both a peak of power, but also enormous fatigue and rapid exhaustion.

Son Gokū VS. Majin Boo (Pure):

When Son Goku transforms into a Super Saiyan 3, he gains access to colossal, yet difficult to control, power. The potential of this form far exceeds what Goku is capable of effectively unleashing in combat. Against Majin Boo (Pure), Son Goku fights without restraint in Super Saiyan 3, but the power he deploys has not yet reached its true maximum. Later, he confides to Vegeta that he must concentrate his Ki for a certain time (≈ 1 minute) to reach his Full Power. In other words, he chooses to gather all the rest of his Physical Strength within himself, in order to increase his overall level and deliver a decisive attack against Boo.

In conclusion, the Ki reserve represents the total internal energy of a warrior. Fighting "at full strength" means wielding the full extent of this reserve, without intensifying its consumption. But for some individuals, there is a higher level where all of their energy is momentarily condensed. This gives them a power boost, the culmination of which determines their "Full Power," the most complete and optimized expression of their Ki. Ki Concentration does not provide additional Ki; it maximizes the power that can be consumed from a given reserve.

POWER OF DESTRUCTION

The Power of Destruction (破壊力) of a combat technique refers to its attack power, determined by the way in which Ki is concentrated. Each technique has its own Power of Destruction, which can vary from one use to another. Thus, an ordinary Kikōha does not always express the full power mobilized by its user during a fight. To better understand its principle, a character's "maximum" Power of Destruction can be understood in two ways:

1 - It can reflect the concrete application of the Battle Power exerted at the moment of the attack, provided that the accumulation of Ki remains consistent with the user's overall level at that moment. This is particularly the case for decisive techniques, whose Power of Destruction generally corresponds to the character's Battle Power, whether they simply maintain a constant Ki or concentrate it to their Full Power (フルパワー).

Example #1: Piccolo's Ultimate Technique against Son Gokū

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Daizenshū-Vol.2

Translation: SUPER DEMONIC BLAST WAVE

"[Appearance] Chapter 190 [Category] Kikō [User] Piccolo [Description] He attacks by expelling a gigantic ki from his entire body. His Power of Destruction (破壊力) is so powerful that it can destroy the entire Tenkaichi Budōkai Arena. This is the technique he used as a last resort to defeat Goku. It is also called "Full Power Shockwave" (Furupawā shōgekiha, フルパワー衝撃波)."

Translation: FULL POWER SHOCKWAVE - Piccolo

"He unleashes all of his body's power in a single blow. It's the demon's (mazoku) most powerful technique, capable of destroying everything in the vicinity."

The definitions of this technique demonstrate that the entirety of the Ki contained within Piccolo's body reflects not only his Full Power, but also the Power of Destruction that his Ki has generated.

Example #2: Goku's Kamehameha against Vegeta in the Saiyans arc

Translation:

"Thanks to Kaiō's training, Goku has increased his Battle Power nearly 20 times. With the Kaiō-ken x4, he has even reached a Battle Power superior to Vegeta's!"

Battle against Vegeta: 8,000
Kaiō-ken x4: 32,000

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Son Goku quadrupled his Battle Power while performing a Kamehameha against Vegeta. He thus obtains a total power of 32,000 units by using the Kaiō-ken x4, from a Ki Reserve of 8,000 units. The Kamehameha's Power of Destruction therefore expresses a Battle Power that does not exceed 32,000 units. This mechanic will be found later in the Namek arc, when Goku launches a Kamehameha with a fixed power of 60,000,000 against Freeza, thanks to the Kaiō-ken x20.

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Translation: KAIŌ-KEN

BATTLE POWER (戦闘力) IS SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASED!!

KIKŌ TECHNIQUE (気功技) / OFFENSIVE SUPPORT TYPE

"A support technique that provides an advantage in combat!! / This is a technique that uses Ki for purposes other than attack energy (攻撃エネルギー). Applied in conjunction with it, it can tip the balance of the battle in one's favor!!"

CHARACTERISTICS OF THIS TYPE:

Results in a "Up" (アップ) in Battle Power, and makes a battle situation advantageous.
Does not possess an Attack Power (攻撃力) of its own.

According to this information, the Kaiō-ken mobilizes the user's Ki to increase their overall level, rather than concentrating it into an attack such as the Kamehameha. This technique therefore prevents further accumulation of power during its effect, as Battle Power is already maximized.

Example #3: One of Freeza's techniques at 50% of his Full Power

Chōzenshū-Vol.4

Translation: EARTH-SLICER

"[Appearance] Chapter 313 [Category] Kikō [User] Freeza [Description] A technique used by Freeza when fighting Goku. He stores ki in his fingers and lashes down like a whip. The projected ki rips through the ground as it spreads. The Power of Destruction (破壊力) of this technique is so powerful that it created a deep fissure that extended far beyond the horizon of Planet Namek. This Power of Destruction represents 50% of his strength."

Example #4: Cell's 1st Kamehameha against Son Gokū

Gokū

"Don't do that!!! Firing a Kamehameha in a state where the power has been increased to this extent..."

Although Cell wanted to deliver a memorable fight by aligning his strength with Goku's Full Power, he nevertheless chose to execute a Kamehameha modeled on this energy level. The Power of Destruction of his attack then perfectly embodied the power he had just manifested in close combat. Later, Son Goku would also resort to the Kamehameha while maintaining the same Battle Power.

Example #5: Gokū's Kamehameha against Cell

Piccolo

“It’s the Kamehameha...!!! [...] Gokū plans to launch a Kamehameha under his Full Power (フルパワー)!?"

Note: It is important to point out that the energy consumed during an attack does not imply that it is equal to the Battle Power displayed by the character. In several cases, Son Goku can execute a Kamehameha by mobilizing all of his internal power, without expending all of his Ki, nor having a reserve greater than his "Full Power."

2 - Conversely, the Power of Destruction can exceed the character's maximum power when he executes an attack at the risk of his life. In this situation, its effect greatly exceeds the user's "Full Power", because it no longer reflects the level of his physical state, but the spontaneous sacrifice of all of his Vital Energy.

Example #1: Tenshinhan’s Kikōhō

Kame Sennin

“It is a technique that contains a phenomenal Power of Destruction (破壊力)… far superior to that of the Kamehameha… But it is so intense that it causes extreme energy consumption in the user, to the point of being able to kill him… And even if he does not die, it clearly reduces his Life Expectancy (寿命)…”

Example #2: Cell's Suicide Technique

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Translation: SELF-DESTRUCTION - Cell

"Driven to his limits, Cell, completely distraught, devised an ultimate technique: to cause Total Destruction (全て破壊), including the planet, in exchange for his own life."

Example #3: Vegeta's Suicide Technique

Chōzenshū-Vol.4

Translation: FINAL ULTIMATE TECHNIQUE

"[Appearance] Chapter 467 [Category] Kikō [User] Vegeta [Description] Vegeta, having become the Prince of Destruction, used this to defeat Majin Boo at the cost of his own life. It is the ultimate self-destruction technique, where all of his body's ki explodes and overwhelms the opponent. Its Power of Destruction (破壊力) was so terrifying that it ripped a crater a kilometer in diameter around the user, even affecting the Earth itself."

These three techniques are formidable because they rely on compressing Ki beyond the body's natural limit, made possible by the Kiai projection method. While an individual's Full Power defines this limit, crossing it means their body can no longer survive or remain functional. The difference between a normal attack and a sacrificial attack thus lies in the existence of a threshold that must not be exceeded during Ki Concentration. Cell's self-destruction technique perfectly illustrates the irreversible compression of all his remaining Ki, causing his body to swell excessively. Artificially exceeding his maximum potential then becomes fatal.

Consequently, Kiai can, in some cases, generate a Power of Destruction far beyond the fighter's actual potential, since it can be released without requiring prior control:

Translation: Secret Technique: THE KIAI TYPE

WHAT ABOUT "KIAI"?

"« Kiai » refers to any technique that allows the release of Ki from the entire body, spreading it without accumulating it in a single point. This is why it can be used even without knowing how to control one's Ki."

THE CHARACTERISTICS OF KIAI:

Instantly diffuses Ki without accumulating it
Dispersed Ki is not visible because it is diffused over a wide area

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TRAINING

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- Kame Sennin (Turtle Hermit) -

He teaches the fundamentals of martial arts and mental preparation!

"He not only developed Gokū’s foundation as a martial artist but also his intellectual skills, Mental Strength (精神力), and, of course, his Physical Strength (体力, i.e., endurance), while teaching him the true meaning of martial arts.

The "Secret of the Turtle Hermit Style" (亀仙流の極意) does not lie in techniques like punches or the Kamehameha, but rather in refining the fundamentals of Physical Strength (体力) and Mental Strength (精神力) through simple yet rigorous training like this!"

A repetitive and constant training to be continuously renewed!

"The foundation of Gokū's training primarily focuses on developing his Physical Strength (体力) by enduring heavy loads. The most important aspect is to be diligent and persistent in this type of training!"

Kame Sennin

"Hey! Even if you're a beginner, what makes you so bold as to act so arrogantly!? If you can't develop your Physical Strength (体力), then how am I supposed to teach you martial arts!!?"

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Gokū's growth

"The white part indicates the value before training, while the black part indicates the value after training!

*These are Gokū's values in his normal state, not as a Super Saiyan.

The growth points of each training program are classified into four categories: "Power (パワー)"; "Speed (スピード)"; "Stamina (スタミナ)"; "Ki (気)". For each program, we have quantified the extent of the results achieved!"

KAIŌ-KEN

The Kaiō-ken (Master Kaiō's technique) is a technique that allows a person to harness the whole power of their body in order to temporarily amplify it. The user can multiply their Battle Power, speed, attack power, and resistance. Since the level of the Kaiō-Ken is determined by the individual's Physical Strength, the accumulated power is limited by the amount of Ki available in their body.

Gokū

“It involves controlling the entire body's Ki and amplifying it instantly [...] If all goes well, Strength (力), Speed (スピード), Destructive Power (破壊力), and Defensive Strength (防御力) will all be multiplied several times over...”

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Kaiō-ken (Gokū)

"By using the Power of Ki (気の力), he increases the Battle Power (戦闘力) and Speed (スピード) of the user, but it places a heavy strain on the body."

He learns the Kaiō-ken and the Genki Dama

Training results: "He increases his base Physical Strength (基礎体力), thus strengthening his body to withstand his ultimate techniques. Moreover, by learning to control his Ki, he is now capable of temporarily intensifying his power (the Kaiō-ken) and gathering a large amount of Ki (the Genki Dama)!"

Vegeta - Normal State: 18 000

Vegeta - Full Power: 24 000

Vegeta - Ōzaru: 180 000

18 000 x10

Kaiō-ken

"By mastering all the Ki in their body, this technique doubles their entire strength (すべての力)! Due to the heavy strain on the body, it is not recommended to use it excessively."

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Chapters 229-240: Son Gokū VS. Vegeta

Son Gokū - Normal State: 8 000

Son Gokū - Kaiō-ken: 16 000

8 000 x2

Son Gokū - Kaiō-ken x3: 24 000

8 000 x3

Son Gokū - Kaiō-ken x4: 32 000

8 000 x4

Son Gokū - Kaiō-ken x5: 40 000

8 000 x5

Through intense training, Gokū is able to develop his Ki reserves to tap into higher levels of the Kaiō-ken. His body can now withstand a higher accumulation of Power than before.

He pushes himself to the brink of death!

"Saiyans significantly increase their strength after narrowly escaping death! Gokū, having instinctively understood this, would push himself to his absolute limits and recover all at once after the effort, further strengthening his Physical Strength (体力) and Vitality (気力)."

He eats a Senzu and immediately recovers!!!

"He eats a Senzu just before death. To use the Senzus effectively, given their limited number, it's crucial for him to determine the "threshold of death."

Gokū

"With this, I'm sure I can withstand a Kaio-ken that's about 10 times stronger!!"

Ginyū

"You're still hiding your true strength (真の力)! You thought I wouldn't notice?! [...] You're probably planning to save your strength for your fight against Freeza, but don't underestimate me!"

Gokū

"Alright. Then I'll show you my true strength (ほんとうの力)..."

He surpasses the Saiyan Limit! Is his power the greatest in the universe!?

Training results: "By overcoming gravity 100 times stronger, he surpasses the Saiyan Limit (サイヤ人の限界) in every point!! To limit energy consumption, he has also perfected his techniques, including one that temporarily amplifies his Battle Power for a short period!!"

Chapters 283-287: Son Gokū VS. Ginyū

Son Gokū - Normal State: 90 000

Son Gokū - Kaiō-ken: 180 000

90 000 x2

Ginyū: 120 000

Gokū

"Try, and you'll understand [...] It's my body, after all... It's impossible for you to use my Ki (気) properly, let alone the Kaiō-ken (界王拳)! [...] If you don't align your body and mind, you'll never be able to unleash (だせねえ) great strength!!"

Note: Gokū's body, taken over by Ginyū, still retained a massive amount of Ki. However, Ginyū was unable to fully harness the power of this new body and only unleashed a tiny fraction of its potential.

Gokū

"Let me make things clear! The strength I can temporarily unleash is still far from being like this."

Freeza - 1st Form: 530 000

Freeza - 2nd Form: 1 200 000

Freeza - 3rd Form: 2 000 000

Chapters 306-329: Son Gokū VS. Freeza

Son Gokū - Normal State: 3 000 000

Son Gokū - Kaiō-ken x10: 30 000 000

3 000 000 x10

Son Gokū - Kaiō-ken x20: 60 000 000

3 000 000 x20

Freeza

"If I unleash (出せば) about 50% of my maximum power, that is, half, I can turn you into cosmic dust."

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"The battle between Gokū and Freeza started with a phase of observation. However, the power gap between them was evident. Gokū used the Kaiō-ken x20 to execute a Kamehameha, but he only managed to inflict slight scratches on Freeza. Due to the backlash from the Kaiō-ken x20, Gokū lost a lot of his Physical Strength (体力). On the other hand, Freeza, angry from being wounded, unleashed his hidden power to attack Gokū. Cornered, Gokū gathered the energy of the universe to launch an explosive Genkidama, but will it be enough!?

The Genkidama he created by gathering the Ki from the surroundings of Namek is much more imposing than the one used during his battle against Vegeta!"

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Freeza - Final Form (50%): 60 000 000

Freeza - Final Form (100%): 120 000 000 (time limited)

"He transforms and adopts his Final Form.
He had dominated Gokū with half of his power. However, after the appearance of the Super Saiyan, he released (解放した) all his strength."

SUPER SAIYAN

The transformation into Super Saiyan, the legendary warrior!!

"On Namek, Gokū awakened to the Super Saiyan form, which not only changed his appearance but also greatly increased his Battle Power (戦闘力)! However, his heart is dominated by anger, causing him to lose rationality."

A Saiyan with a peaceful heart awakens under the influence of intense rage

Son Gokū as a Super Saiyan

His Battle Power is 50 times higher than normal!

"When he becomes a Super Saiyan, his hair stands up and turns golden, and his personality becomes more aggressive."

Finally arrives... the AWAKENING!!!!

"He becomes the Legendary Super Saiyan during the decisive battle against Freeza!! An intense training is the origin of this transformation."

Son Gokū - Super Saiyan: 150 000 000

3 000 000 x50

"He has finally awakened as a legendary warrior, the Super Saiyan. His Battle Power reaches 50 times that of his normal state, even overwhelming Freeza's Full Power (フルパワー)."

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An additional Power-up through meditation

"Surpassing the "Wall" of the Super Saiyan represents an internal battle with oneself! He spends entire days visualizing the image of "Strength" and turning it into reality.

Even though Gokū has overcome many challenges, it's extremely difficult for him to break through this "Wall"...
Transformations that focus solely on power tend to restrict speed. Finding a balance between the two is therefore crucial."

Maintaining the Super Saiyan state

"After experiencing the limits of the transformation on his body, Gokū concludes that the normal Super Saiyan form is the best. He leads a peaceful daily life, subtly adjusting his Ki while in the Super Saiyan state."

/!\ The values indicated below are not official /!\

Chapters 375-420: The Saiyans face Cell

Son Gokū - Super Saiyan - 2nd Grade: 1 000 000 000

Son Gokū - Super Saiyan - Full Power: 3 000 000 000

"Rather than relying on easy transformations, he prioritized adapting to the Super Saiyan state, which allowed him to achieve a significant Power-up (パワーアップ)."

He fulfills his duty by training Gohan like a master

Son Gohan - Super Saiyan: 2 500 000 000

Son Gohan - Super Saiyan 2 - Full Power: 5 000 000 000

Cell - 1st Form: 400 000 000

Cell - 2nd Form: 800 000 000

Cell - Perfect Form: 4 000 000 000 (4 000 kilis)

Training results: "As a master, Gokū brought out Gohan's Latent Potential (潜在能力) to its limits! Gokū himself also experienced a huge Level-up (レベルアップ) by focusing on his Ki, but even so, he couldn't surpass Cell.

Gohan, who triggered his awakening, unleashes the full extent of the super power he shaped alongside Gokū and saves the Earth!!"

Shadow boxing with heavy weights attached

"During his training, he attaches 2-ton weights to his hands and feet while using the flight technique. The body endures a force greater than 100 times the normal gravity, but the effects are tremendous!

He relies on the power of his Ki (気の力) to support the weights in the air."

The new Super Saiyan transformations

"By overcoming this inner 'wall,' the Super Saiyan can transform even further! Goku managed to elevate himself to the 3rd form."

Super Saiyan 2

2 times stronger than Super Saiyan!

"His visual appearance remains similar to the first form, but he is enveloped in a Ki emitting sparks like lightning, and his hair stands up even more sharply."

Chapters 460-517: The Saiyans face Majin Buu

Son Gokū - Super Saiyan: 3 000 000 000 (3 000 kilis)

Son Gokū - Super Saiyan 2 - Full Power: 6 000 000 000

3 000 000 000 x2

He trains relentlessly without worrying about "Time"! The transformation into Super Saiyan 3!!

Training results: "In the Afterlife, where time doesn’t exist, the results of his repeated training have granted him an enormous global Build-up (ビルドアップ) compared to before his death. The increase in his Ki is especially remarkable, and his strength has become the greatest in the universe!!"

He also prevents Majin Buu's return by any means necessary!!

"He fought evenly against Majin Buu, the most feared enemy in history, and admirably protected peace on Earth and in the universe until the very end!!"

Super Saiyan 3

4 times stronger than Super Saiyan 2!

"His hair lengthens and his eyebrows disappear. Although his heart is calmer than in the second form, the Ki consumption is intense, and the transformation time is limited."

Son Gokū - Super Saiyan 3: 24 000 000 000