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SUMMARY - 1ST PART
THE KI
THE KI
In Japanese culture, Ki (気 - lit. "energy; breath; spirit") lies at the heart of many traditional beliefs and represents the spiritual energy that connects all living beings to nature; Ki is a fundamental principle that inhabits the ecosystems of the universe in the form of an energy flow. It also constitutes the "inner movement" of the human body and determines its physical abilities. The teaching of martial arts reveals an individual's true strength through the mastery of Ki; this discipline thus improves the vital condition of human beings and provides each of them with a serene mind.
KI ACCORDING TO AKIRA TORIYAMA :
Chōzenshū-Vol.4, p.49
Translation: "Ki - The overall power possessed by each individual, such as Battle Power (戦闘力), Life Force (生命力), etc. Primarily used to indicate Battle Power, it can be said that the stronger a person is, the higher their Ki becomes. Boosted Ki emanates from the body like an aura. Although invisible to the naked eye, experienced warriors can sense it."
Kulilin
「気を開放しろ!!!!!」
Translation: « Release your Ki (気) !!!!! »
Battle Power (Sentōryoku - 戦闘力 / Other name: "Power Level") is the perceptible emanation of a human Ki's Power. Its measurement determines the intensity of an effort in relation to the energy expended.
Vital Energy (Genki – 元気 / 'health'), also known as Life Force (Seimeiryoku - 生命力), corresponds to the fundamental energy residing within all existing forms of life. It encompasses both the concepts of Physical Strength (体力) and Mental Strength (精神力), allowing humans to unleash Battle Power. In other words, Vital Energy is the essential part of Ki responsible for the longevity of natural systems in the universe (humans, animals, plants, planets, stars, etc.). Genki is, without a doubt, the most important aspect of Ki, as it encompasses all the Power an individual possesses, as well as their Will. These two elements complement each other, and it would be inconceivable to reduce Genki to a mere source of motivation without considering the intrinsic strength of the person, incarned body and soul in each of his actions. Its mention in the manga is sometimes expressed by the term 'Seiki' (生気) to describe the energy that comes from living organisms.
After defeating Piccolo, Gokū gives him a Senzu so that he can recover and return to full strength:
Son Gokū
「食え 元気になるぞ」
Translation:
"Eat this [...] You'll recover your Vital Energy (元気)."
It is important to note that the energy called "Genki" (元気) is equivalent to "Yuán Qì" (元氣) in Chinese, which refers to the source of all other forms of Qì (氣) within the body. While Qì (or Ki) is a general term for "Vital Energy," Yuán Qì specifically represents the true form of Qì in Tai Chi Chuan, serving as the foundation for sustaining life and health. Its depletion leads to a decline in vitality (in a real-world context).
Akira Toriyama
「闘いにおいてもっとも重要なのは、気の大きさとそのコントロールです。『気』というものにはもちろん、元気や勇気、正気といった精神力も含まれています。肉体的な強さにはどう鍛えても限界があり、それを超えるには『気』しかないのです。気を強『気』しかないのです。気を強力にすることによって悟空は宇宙最強の戦士に近づけたのだと思います。」
Translation: "In a battle, the most important thing is the size of the Ki (気) and its mastery. What is called 'Ki' also includes, of course, concepts derived from Mental Strength (Seishin-ryoku - 精神力), such as Health (Genki, 元気), Courage (Yūki, 勇気), and Sobriety (Shōki, 正気). No matter how much one trains Physical Strength, there is a limit to it, and only 'Ki' allows one to surpass that limit. By making his Ki more powerful, I believe Gokū was able to get closer to being the strongest warrior in the universe."
Super Exciting Guide - Story Volume, p.192
Note: The existence of various types of Ki does not mean that all Ki contains different proportions of energy. The Japanese are accustomed to describing Ki with various adjectives, but its multiple characteristics do not change its main role.
エナジー
気のこと。人の持つ総合的なパワー、エネルギー。界王神が気のことをこう表現した。詳しくは「気」の項 (P49)を参照。
Translation:
Energy
"About Ki (気). It is the energy (エネルギー) and overall power (総合的なパワー) that every individual possesses. Kaiōshin describes the concept of Ki (気のこと) in this way. For more details, see the 'Ki' section (p49)."
Chōzenshū-Vol.4
TOTAL RELEASE OF KI:
A tiny fraction of humans possess a Latent Potential (Senzai Nōryoku - 潜在能力) that lies dormant within them. When a warrior awakens the hidden strength within, their power (Pawā - パワー / 'Power') increases dramatically.
Chōzenshū-Vol.4
Translation: Revealing the Latent Potential (潜在能力)
"Appearance: Chapter 265 / Category: Special (特殊) / Characters: Grand Elder, Old Kaiōshin / Description: A technique that brings out the Latent Potential that every individual possesses. In the case of the Grand Elder, it acts as a trigger to awaken this potential, but if there is no dormant power within the person, no change will occur. On the other hand, this technique can simply be used by extending the hand. In the case of the Old Kaiōshin, he is able to bring out people's power beyond their Latent Potential, but the execution requires a specific dance and takes more than 20 hours."
STAMINA
STAMINA
In humans, Physical Strength (Tairyoku - 体力 / translated as 'endurance'), or more simply Stamina (Sutamina – スタミナ), represents the reserve of Vital Energy that allows one to resist fatigue during physical exertion.
PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT:
In Akira Toriyama's work, when martial artists unleash their Ki or transform, they shift from a "normal state" to a "martial state" by mobilizing the Vital Energy within them. Once this energy — the Ki — is deployed, it flows throughout their bodies and emits a perceptible aura. The inactive power they hold is thus released and ready for use. The individuals can then adjust their Battle Power as needed, increasing it by accumulating their Ki (up to their limits) to perform combat techniques. However, this effort requires them to sacrifice part of their stamina. Learn more
Raditz
「こいつ･･･!! 戦闘力を一点に集中させてたかめる ことができるのか･･･!!!」
Translation: "That one...!! He is capable of concentrating his Battle Power (戦闘力) in one point to amplify it...!!!"
The more enduring a fighter is, the greater their power can grow in amplitude. Through intense training, they develop their Vital Energy and become more robust than before. Some individuals have the ability to increase their power level through transformations that enhance their physical abilities. However, they do not always fully control the state they achieve under these conditions and see their endurance significantly decrease.
Example: Kaiō-ken x20 (20倍の界王拳)
Son Gokū
「 ほんとにパワーがずいぶんなくなっちまった･･･ やっぱしばい に･･･ 20倍の界王拳は･･･ ムリがあった･･･」
Translation:
"I've really lost a lot of power... As expected, the Kaiō-ken x20 was unreasonable..."
Another example: Super Saiyan 3rd grade (超サイヤ人第3段階)
/!\ Not to be confused with Super Saiyan 3 /!\
- SUPÂ SAIYAJIN DAI 3 DANKAI - (Super Saiyan 3rd grade): [characters] Goku, Trunks. [description] Muscle development reaches its peak with grade 3, thus ensuring the fighter phenomenal strength. However, this state results in a considerable loss of speed in movements. In addition, the energy consumed to maintain this state is too great (Daizenshū-Vol.7-French Version, p.135).
Note : This transformation transfers Ki into the Super Saiyan's body to allow the muscles to develop through nerve compression.
Dragon Ball - Super Exciting Guide : Story Volume
Translation:
Learning to control one's Ki
Ultimate techniques become more powerful as the volume of Ki (気の量) used increases. Through training that simulates real combat, the goal is to develop the total reserve of Ki (気の総量) while skillfully managing the constant fluctuations of Ki."
Son Gokū - Super Saiyan Full Power
A perfectly mastered physical state implies a good understanding of one's power. When an individual releases too much Ki all at once, it leads to a significant drop in Vital Energy and disrupts the balance of their bodily activity. As a result, they lose endurance, and sometimes speed, due to the effort required for each of their movements to maintain their usual pace. However, by managing the energy expenditure the body needs, they can freely adjust the power of their transformations instead of constantly deploying them at their maximum.
The term 'Furu Pawā' (フルパワー / 'Full Power') refers to the final evolution of a physical state at 100% of its capabilities. For example, the true potential of the Super Saiyan requires excellent mental control to eliminate the negative effects of the form (emotional and physical tension; limited stamina). By learning to conserve their Vital Energy at rest, the Super Saiyan can remain transformed without tiring. When releasing the maximum amount of Ki, they tap into all their resources at 'full power.'
Sometimes, an individual's full power is not naturally accessible to them. For example, Freeza was unable to control the maximum potential of his final form:
Son Gokū
「なぜいまになってフルパワーを･･･? わかっているぞ全力を使うとおまえの体そのものが耐えられないからだ」
Translation:
"Why unleash your full power (Furu Pawā, フルパワー) only now...? I understand. If you use all your strength, your own body won't be able to handle it."
Freeza needed time to concentrate all of his Ki and reach 100% of his power. But in return, this physical state caused his Vital Energy to drop at an astonishing rate.
KI ATTACKS:
Aura projection techniques are Ki Waves (Kikōha - 気功波, lit. 'Ki manipulation wave'). Their power thus relies on the user's stamina.
Chōzenshū-Vol.4
Translation: Kikōha (Energy wave, energy ball)
"Appearance: Chapter 176 / Category: Ki Manipulation / Characters: Vegeta, Trunks, Piccolo, Krilin, Androids No. 17 and No. 18, Raditz, Ginyū, Freeza, Cell, Majin Buu (Pure) and others / Description: This is a technique that involves materializing internal energy outside the body and projecting it. Many fighters appearing in Dragon Ball use this technique, including Gokū. The name varies depending on the character. In the story, it is mainly called 'energy wave' or 'energy ball,' but it is the same technique. Additionally, the size and power vary depending on the volume of Ki used. Regarding its form, it is known that there are 2 types: Light Beam type (光線), like the Kamehameha, and Light Sphere type (光球), like the Genkidama."
気功技
Mind Power Attack
人間の体内に秘められた神秘のエネルギー。体内エネルギーから変換された物質エネルギ一を活用し、強力な必殺技が生み出された。
Translation: Ki Manipulation Techniques
"Mind Power Attack – This is a mysterious energy hidden within the human body. Powerful ultimate techniques are created by using manifest energy (物質エネルギー) converted from the body's internal energy (体内エネルギー)."
Daizenshū-Vol.4
Translation: Basic Type (基本型)
The power of Ki (気のパワー) is amplified at the hands!!
"The principle is to gather all the Ki of the body, from head to feet, to increase the power of the technique. It is necessary for the user to be an expert in Ki control.
The maximum (最大) is reached at the hands!!
→ It is important to possess a large amount of Ki, but it is also necessary to master the technique to manipulate Ki at will.
The flow of Ki throughout the body."
Super Exciting Guide - Character Volume
Chōzenshū-Vol.4
Translation: Kamehameha
"Appearance: Chapter 14 / Category: Ki Manipulation / Characters: Kame Sennin, Son Gokū, Son Gohan, Yamcha, Jackie Chun, Kulilin, Son Gohan (grandfather), Tenshinhan, Cell, Majin Buu (Good - Evil - Pure) and others / Description: A Ki technique developed by Kame Sennin. It is a technique that concentrates Ki into a single point before releasing it. The power varies depending on the Ki strength (気の強さ) of the user, and with sufficient mastery, it becomes possible to control this power. Gokū quickly learned this technique, perhaps thanks to his training with his grandfather Son Gohan or his Saiyan traits. Similarly, Tenshinhan easily imitated it. This shows that once you know how to control your Ki, it is possible to use the Kamehameha."
There are individual techniques that require most of the fighter's Vital Energy to be released all at once. During a battle, their use can, in certain situations, reverse the balance of power:
Final Flash (最後閃光) - Basic technique / Appearance => Vegeta vs. Cell (perfect form); p.140, Vol.26-DB Perfect Edition
Chōzenshū-Vol.4
Translation: Final Flash
"Appearance: Chapter 384 / Category: Ki Manipulation / Character: Vegeta / Description: This is Vegeta's ultimate Super Saiyan technique. He gathers the Ki (気) from his entire body into his two hands before releasing it onto his opponent. While gathering his Ki, electrical discharges form in his palms, the surrounding atmosphere warps, and everything is drawn towards him. This technique consumes an enormous amount of energy (エネルギー) and can only be used when he surpasses the limits of the Super Saiyan. It is so powerful that it could easily destroy the Earth, but Vegeta can reduce its range by focusing on the target. It is with this technique that he destroyed the right side of Cell's chest."
Shin Kikōhō (新気功砲) - Kiai-based technique / Appearance => Tenshinhan vs. Cell (2nd form); p.207, Vol.25-DB Perfect Edition
Chōzenshū-Vol.4
Translation: Kikōhō
"Appearance: Chapter 133 / Category: Ki Manipulation / Character: Tenshinhan / Description: The ultimate technique of the Crane School. It involves concentrating all the Kiai (気合い) in one point and then releasing it in a single burst. The major difference from techniques like the Kikōha, such as the Kamehameha, is that its trajectory is invisible. Its destructive power is so immense that it annihilates the Tenkaichi Budōkai ring in an instant. It perfectly reflects the Crane School's intent: to kill mercilessly. This technique consumes a large amount of Ki from within the body (体内の気), and can only be used for a single, decisive blow."
Note : The Kiai is a form of Ki specifically focused and ready to be unleashed in a single burst.
Daizenshū-Vol.2
気功砲 - 天津飯
全身の生命エネルギーの全てを一気に放出する必殺奥義。
Translation: Kikōhō (気功砲) - Tenshinhan
"A special technique that releases all the Vital Energy (生命エネルギー) of the entire body in a single burst."
Makankōsappō (魔貫光殺砲) - Concentration Technique / Appearance => Piccolo vs. Raditz; p.105, Vol.14-DB Perfect Edition
Note : Piccolo's Battle Power increased from 408 to 1330 units while preparing the Makankōsappō. His Ki first flows through his entire body before concentrating at the tips of his fingers. This process takes significant time and can only be completed twice.
Super Exciting Guide - Character Volume
Translation:
"Ordinary people are unaware of how they use their Ki. Warriors, on the other hand, fully harness the power of Ki and showcase it through techniques!!
Different Ways to Use Ki
Receiving from Someone => Accumulation Type: Genkidama
Converting into Propulsive Force => Movement Type: Bukū-jutsu (Flight)
Converting into Attack Force => Basic Type: Kamehameha
The 'technique' is complete when its use is perfectly mastered!!"
THE CAPTURE OF ENERGIES
THE CAPTURE OF ENERGIES
Ki extraction abilities are techniques or artificial mechanisms that draw Vital Energy from biological beings to generate power at a single point.
ABSORPTION:
The absorption technique (吸収) collects the Vital Energy of an individual to increase the user's Ki.
- KYÛSHÛ - (absorption) : [Origin] Ability. [Characters] Cell, Buu. [Special Features] An ability that allows its wielder to assimilate anything they desire and incorporate it into their own strength. The first to use this power is Cell, during his initial stage of mutation. He drains all the inhabitants of Ginger Town of their Vital Energy to increase his power [...] Buu's assimilation, however, is entirely different from Cell's. While Cell only benefits from the strength of those he absorbs, Buu, on the other hand, also gains all the powers possessed by the absorbed individual (Daizenshū-Vol.7-French Version, p.125).
THE ENERGY ABSORBER:
The assimilable energy system (enerugī kyūshūshiki, エネルギー吸収式) is a feeding method that activates a category of artificial humans equipped with an absorption mechanism.
- ENERUGÎ KYÛSHÛ - (energy absorber) : [Origin] Ability. [Characters] C-19, C-20. [Special Features] Thanks to an absorbing mechanism located in the palms of their hands, these cyborgs can drain the Vital Energy of their opponents to fuel their own system. Energy-based attacks are also absorbed (Daizenshū-Vol.7-French Version, p.118).
GENKIDAMA:
The Genkidama (元気玉 - means "Energy Vital Sphere") - accumulation technique - is considered a Ki attack [can be sensed]. Its user gathers all the Vital Energies contained within a planet (or the surrounding celestial bodies) and draws destructive power from it.
Super Exciting Guide - Character Volume
Translation: Genkidama
"The greatest technique of Gokū taught by Kaiō!! / He gathers the surrounding Ki, concentrates it into a sphere in the sky, and then launches it to capture the evil Ki (悪の気)! Due to its immense power, capable of destroying a planet, it requires excellent Ki control (気のコントロール).
Ki Manipulation Technique (気功技) / Accumulation Type
It gathers the Ki of all living beings (あらゆる生物の気)!! / A powerful large-scale offensive technique that collects Ki from all kinds of beings (あらゆる存在から気), such as humans, animals, plants, etc...
Characteristics of this type:
The power increases depending on the amount of Ki collected
The weakness is that it is vulnerable before being launched."
Master Kaiō
「 とんでもないパワーを もつ元気玉じゃ･･･ ヘタをすれば 守るべき じぶんの星ですら 破壊してしまいかねん･･･」
Translation:
"The Genkidama has a huge power (パワー)... If you're careless, you could even destroy the planet you're supposed to protect..."
Daizenshū-Vol.4
Translation:
ACCUMULATION TYPE: "Ki manipulation technique (Kikō, 気功) that involves borrowing the power of Ki (気の力) from all surrounding bodies to create a sphere of light. The Genkidama, which Gokū mastered through training with Master Kaiō, belongs to this category of techniques."
GENKIDAMA (Gokū)
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Translation:
"A technique that gathers and projects the Ki (気) of all living beings in the surroundings. It is the original creation of Master Kaiō."
In the year 762, in order to defeat Vegeta, who was threatening to exterminate the Earthlings, Son Gokū entrusted the Genki Dama to Kulilin and asked him to use it in his place:
Master Kaiō
「元気玉は目でみてあてるのではない」「 悪の気を感じとって放つのだ!」
Translation:
"About the Genki Dama, don't aim with your eyes. You must sense his Evil Ki (悪の気) in order to launch it!"
Kulilin
「感じろ･･･!!! ヤツの悪の気を感じるんだ･･･!!!!」
Translation:
"Feel it...!!! Feel this guy's Evil Ki (悪の気)...!!!!"
Here is some information provided by Son Gokū:
Son Gokū
「元気玉･･･ 地球じゅうからすこしずつあつめた気だ･･･」
Translation: "The Genkidama... It is the Ki (気) gathered little by little from the entire Earth..."
Son Gokū
「はねかえせ悟飯つ!!!! そいつは味方だっ!!!! 悪の気がない者ならはねかえせるはずだっ!!!!」
Translation: "Push it back, Gohan!!!! It's your ally!!!! If you don't have any Evil Ki (悪の気), you should be able to push it back!!!!"
On Planet Namek, Gokū hopes to defeat Freeza by using the Genkidama once again:
Son Gokū
「気を集めるのに時間がかかっちまうのがこいつの大弱点だ」
Translation:
"The big weakness of this technique is that it takes a lot of time to gather the necessary Ki (気)."
Kulilin
「この星だけじゃあんなにでかい元気玉はできないはずだ･･･ 悟空のやつそこらじゅうの星の気まで集めてんだ」
Translation:
"It is impossible for this planet to generate such a huge Genkidama... Gokū even collected the Ki (気) from nearby planets..."
Kulilin
「もっと気を集めてでかくしねえとフリーザはたおせない･･･」
Translation: "If we don't gather more Ki (気) and it doesn't become huge, we won't be able to defeat Freeza..."
Dragon Ball FOREVER
ピッコロ達が気を引いている間に全宇宙の気を集める!
Translation:
"While Piccolo and the others distract him, the Ki of the entire universe (全宇宙の気) is gathered!"
It is then clear that the enemy's power serves as a reference, allowing Son Gokū to determine the amount of Ki required to finalize the Genkidama.
SUPER GENKIDAMA :
The Super Genkidama (超元気玉) takes shape through the strength and will of the Earthlings and the afterlife. This giant genkidama contains a large portion of their individual Vital Energy.
Chōzenshū-Vol.4, p.149
Translation: GENKIDAMA - DERIVED TECHNIQUE : SUPER GENKIDAMA
"Appearance: Chapter 514 / Category: Ki Manipulation (氣功) / Character: Son Gokū / Description: In order to defeat Majin Buu (Pure), all the Earthlings were called upon to give as much Ki (気) as possible to create the Genkidama. It also includes the wishes of the people, granting it immense Destructive Power (破壊力). Majin Buu was obliterated by the Super Genkidama. Gokū could sense who each collected Vital Energy (元気) belonged to, thanks to the aura of their Ki (気)."
Dragon Ball Z - FACT FILE N°49
Translation:
Functioning of the Genkidama and the savior of Earth.
"The Genkidama, along with the Kamehameha, is one of the most well-known techniques in the DBZ series. It is a powerful technique that involves gathering and releasing the Vital Energy from plants, trees, humans, animals, objects, and the atmosphere. To participate in the creation of the Genkidama, one simply needs to open their Heart (心) to Gokū's call and raise their hands high in the sky, and that will be enough. While the hands are raised, the Vital Energy is absorbed and accumulated into the Genkidama. However, for ordinary humans who are not well-trained, even raising their hands for a brief moment can lead to a significant loss of Physical Strength (体力), which is why most people were reluctant to cooperate when Gokū asked for their help. Without the assistance of Satan, whose fame on Earth is immense, it would have been impossible to create such a gigantic Genkidama."
Akira Toriyama :
「「元気」というコトバはよく知られているが、病気がひとつでもあったら元気ではないのか?と聞かれると、答えに困ってしまう。体は健康でも元気がない人もいるし、病気をしていても元気いっぱいな人もいる。それに、同じくらいパワーを持っている人でも、例えばピッコロ大魔王に襲われたとき、グッとガマンして立ち向かえる人もいれば、ぶるぶると逃げ出してしまう人もいる。そう考えると、いろんな「気」が、闘いにおいてとても重要だということが解るかもしれない。太極拳に代表されるような中国拳法の世界では、気の鍛錬とコントロールをとても重視しているぞ。」
「『DB』の中で魔導師バビディが「気」の量を測ったり吸引してしまうメカを発明していたけれど、現在の科学では、「気」の量を測ったり、どこかに貯めておいたりすることはできない。しかし、誰かに励まされると「元気や勇気がもらえる」ことがある。目には見えないがそこにあるものが「気」なのだ。」
Translation:
"The term 'Genki (元気)' is well known, but when you're asked, 'Aren't you feeling well? (Genkide wa nai no ka?)', even if you have just one illness (Byōki, 病気), the answer isn't obvious. There are people who are healthy but lack a lot of Genki, and others who are sick but full of Genki. Moreover, even when people have the same level of power, for example when they are attacked by Demon King Piccolo, some can bravely face him while others tremble in fear and flee. Reflecting on this, we can understand that different varieties of 'Ki' are crucial in combat. In the world of Chinese martial arts, represented by Tai Chi Chuan, the training and control of 'Ki' are highly valued.
In the story of Dragon Ball, the wizard Babidi invented a machine capable of measuring and absorbing 'Ki', but with current science, it is impossible to measure the amount of 'Ki' or store it somewhere. However, sometimes we feel encouraged by someone and 'receive Genki or Yūki (courage)'. 'Ki' is something invisible but real."
Super Exciting Guide - Story Volume, p.192
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「正義」の人なら 誰でも使える!
元気玉を作れるのは悟空のみだが、悪の気を持たない者なら誰で も扱えるのも元気玉の利点だ。 逆 に超サイヤ人状態だと悟空にも悪 の気が少し混ざるため、元気玉を 作ることは不可能となってしまう。
Translation:
ANYONE WHO IS FOR 'JUSTICE' CAN USE IT!
"Although Gokū can form a Genkidama, its advantage lies in the fact that it can be used by anyone who does not possess evil Ki (悪の気). However, if Gokū is in his Super Saiyan state, he also possesses some evil Ki, which makes it impossible to create the Genkidama."
Dragon Ball - Super Exciting Guide : Character Volume
技のヒミツ : 集積型
心が善ならば味方に! 悪ならば敵となる!!
悪い心を持たない悟空だから、 多くの存在から気をわけてもら える。放たれた元気玉もやはり、悪意のない者の味方となるのだ。
Translation:
SECRET TECHNIQUE : ACCUMULATION TYPE
"If the heart is good, it becomes an ally! If it is bad, it becomes an enemy!
Since Gokū does not have an Evil Heart (悪い心), he can gather the Ki (気) of many beings. Even the Genkidama he releases becomes an ally for those who have no malice (悪意)."
悟飯にとっては味方
悪の気がない者は、飛 んで来た元気玉を,はね 返すことができるのだ!!
Translation:
"AN ALLY FOR GOHAN: Those who have no evil Ki (Aku no Ki, 悪の気) can send back the incoming Genkidama!!"
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ベジータに とっては敵
悪の気を持つ者は元気玉から、極大のダメージを受ける。
Translation:
"AN ENEMY FOR VEGETA: Those who have evil Ki (Aku no Ki, 悪の気) will suffer heavy damage from the Genkidama."
THE “EVIL GENKIDAMA”:
Chōzenshū-Vol.4
Translation: REVENGE DEATH BALL
"Category: Ki Manipulation (気功) / Character: Baby Vegeta / Description: Appears in DBGT. A technique that could be described as an evil 'Genkidama' (悪の「元気玉»), which gathers and unleashes the energy of those who have been parasitized and brainwashed. This mass of evil Ki (邪悪な気) contains the resentment of the Tsufuls who were exterminated by the Saiyans."
GOOD AND EVIL
GOOD AND EVIL
In Akira Toriyama's universe, Ki corresponds to "positive" or "negative" energy depending on the character of humans.
THE FIRST NAMEK ON HEARTH:
God (Kami-sama)
A being who watched over the Earth.
"History: He was born as a Namekian from the Dragon Clan. His true name is unknown. Around Age 250, he fled the planet Namek and sought refuge on Earth due to cataclysms. After undergoing rigorous training as a martial artist, he became the pupil of the ancient God. By eliminating his Evil Side (悪の部分), he was able to attain the title of God of Earth. Since then, he watched over Earth as a God, but after merging with Piccolo in Age 767, he abandoned his role. Appearance: Chapter 164 / Description: Before Dende became God, he was the one in charge of Earth and the creator of the Dragon Balls on Earth. With a Kind Heart (温厚な心), he contributed to the training of Gokū and his friends, then introduced them to Enma in the Afterlife, making him a God to whom they owe much. Though he was a Namekian who came to Earth long ago, he had forgotten his own origins. Piccolo Daimaō is the manifestation of his Evil Heart (悪の心), which he had expelled during his training before becoming God. If Piccolo were to disappear, he would die as well, which is why he allowed this evil presence (悪の存在) to act as it pleased."
Chōzenshū-Vol.4
Piccolo Daimaō (ピッコロ大魔王, lit. "Great Demon King Piccolo") is the evil twin of Kami-sama and belongs to a race of demons known as the 'Mazoku' (魔族 – transl. "demon clan"). His existence is the result of the negative influence the Earthlings had on him (p.52, Vol.17-DB Perfect Edition). In the Namekian language, "Piccolo" means "another world," granting him the title of "Great Demon King from another world."
Piccolo (Daimaô)
The embodiment of evil who plotted to conquer the world.
"History: He was sealed away for the first time by Mutaito, but later returned to life. After regaining his youth through a wish granted by the Dragon Balls, he set his plan for world domination into motion. Eventually, he was killed by Gokū, but just before dying, he left an egg in which he had implanted all his memories. / Appearance: Chapter 135 /
Description: This character is the manifestation of the Evil Heart (悪の心) that was expelled by the God of Earth. He can give birth to Mazoku (魔族) in the form of eggs."
Note: The symbol '魔' ('Ma', meaning 'demon') is the kanji on Piccolo Daimaō's robe, while the symbol '神' ('Kami' or 'Shin', meaning 'God') is on Kami-sama's robe.
Chōzenshū-Vol.4
Chōzenshū-Vol.4
Translation: Mazoku
"Piccolo Daimaō's faction.
Piccolo Daimaō, born from the separation of the Evil Part (悪の部分) held by God, described himself as a 'Mazoku' and laid Mazoku eggs to expand his influence."
THE AFTERLIFE:
The Afterlife, also referred to as the Celestial Realm, serves as the domain of both the dead and the gods [...] It is divided into three distinct areas: the dwelling place of the gods and the Kaiō Realm, which houses Paradise; the Enma Realm, or purgatory, where the spirits of the deceased are judged; and Hell, where wicked spirits are sent.
- TENGOKU - (heaven) [Location] Afterlife. [Special Features] A world where benevolent spirits reside. [Event] Goku trains in Paradise in preparation for the 25th World Martial Arts Tournament. (Daizenshū-Vol.7-French Version, p.214).
- JIGOKU - (Hell) : [Location] Afterlife. [Special Features] The place where Akkuman originates. It is also where malevolent spirits go. Hell is located beneath the Afterlife. (Daizenshū-Vol.7-French Version, p.213).
INFO:
According to the 12th Dragon Ball Z movie, Fusion Reborn, the Afterlife has a 'Spirit Laundering Machine' (スピリッツ ロンダリング装置) designed to purify Souls of their Evil Hearts (悪い心). This process is exclusively reserved for Souls that have been judged to go to Hell. An employee of the Afterlife explains this as follows:
「地獄行きの皆さんには悪い心を クリーニングしてもらいます鬼。あちらのスピリッツ ロンダリング装置に入ってください !」
Translation: "For those of you going to Hell, we will cleanse your Evil Hearts (悪い心). Please step into the Spirit Laundering Machine over there!"
AKKUMAN'S POWER:
Akkuman (アックマン) is a name composed of the Japanese terms 'Akuma' (悪魔, literally 'Devil') and 'Man' (マン, derived from English, meaning 'man'), resulting in the title 'DevilMan'.
Chōzenshū-Vol.4
Translation: Akkuman
"Warrior of Fortuneteller Baba / Appearance: Chapter 103 / Description: He is the second strongest fighter of Baba the Fortuneteller, after Son Gohan (Grandfather). He is a true devil born in Hell and has a sister named Mājon. / Technique: In addition to the Akumaito Beam, he can also summon a trident through materialization magic. / Fight: Against Gokū and his innocence, he suffers a defeat, as the Akumaito Beam proves ineffective against him [...]"
Chōzenshū-Vol.4
Translation: Akumaito Beam
Note: The name is a play on words: Aku-ma アクマ and ma-ito マイト (literally "Devil" - "Dynamite").
« Appearance: Chapter 104 / Category : Special (特殊) / Character: Akkuman / Description: A beam of light that causes the Evil Heart (悪の心) within a person to swell, leading to the complete explosion of the opponent. The user places the tips of their fingers on their temples to concentrate their Ki, then directs their fingers toward the opponent while executing a swirling beam of light. The person who receives this technique is enveloped in an ominous light before exploding. However, this attack has no effect on those who do not possess an Evil Heart (悪の心). This is Akkuman's secret technique, which he used to counter Gokū's strength during the battle in the special ring of the Devil's Cesspool, located at Fortuneteller Baba's palace.
Daizenshū-Vol.2
アクマイト光線 - アックマン
悪の心を膨らませて、爆発させてしまう、悪魔らしい恐るべき怪光線だ。
Translation: Akumaito Beam - Akkuman
"A strange beam of light, both demonic and terrifying, that causes the Evil Hearts (悪の心) to swell until they explode."
BABIDI'S POWER :
Babidi is a Madōshi (魔導師 - 'demonic wizard') who has the ability to enslave vicious individuals by exploiting their Evil Heart (邪悪な心). His dark magic also allows him to awaken the Latent Potential (潜在能力) of corrupted humans, pushing them beyond their physical limits:
Chōzenshū-Vol.4
Translation: Babidi
« Madōshi / Appearance: Chapter 456 / Description: He is the son of the Madōshi Bibidi. Like his father, he is an evil Madōshi who plans to resurrect Majin Buu, created by Bibidi, and conquer the universe, including the entire world. Additionally, through his magic, which skillfully manipulates Evil Hearts (邪悪な心), he has subjected many demons and powerful warriors from all corners of the universe to his authority, imposing his will as he pleases. / Skills: Although he has no physical strength, he can use a spell called "Pappalapa" to teleport through space, and his magic allows him to manipulate Evil Hearts (邪悪な心) and exploit their weaknesses [...] »
Shin
「･･･ただ魔導師は スポポビッチや ヤムーのように人間の邪悪な心に つけこんで あやつることが できるのです･･･」
Translation:
“…The Madōshis can exploit the Evil Heart (Jaakuna kokoro, 邪悪な心) of humans, such as Spopovitch and Yamū, to manipulate them…”
Dragon Ball Z Fact File N°38
バビディ
宇宙の支配を企む邪悪な魔導師。科学とは異なる、不思議な「魔法の技」を使うことができる。最も得意とするのが、邪心を持つ者の額にMの文字を刻印し、自在に操ること。さらに居場所を瞬時に変える、遠くの者を殺す技などを持つが、自己回復の技は持たない。
Translation: BABIDI
"He is an evil Madōshi who schemes to dominate the universe. He can use strange 'magic tricks' different from conventional methods. His main ability is to mark the foreheads of those who are malicious (邪心) with an 'M,' thereby controlling them at will. Additionally, he possesses techniques for instant movement and killing people from a distance, but he does not have a regeneration technique."
Daizenshū-Vol.4, p.062
バビディ => 父から受け継いだ 魔術で悪行を尽くす
悪の心を増幅して洗脳、自分 の部下にしてしまうことを最も 得意とする。ダーブラ、スポポ ビッチ、ヤムー、プイプイなど が洗脳された者達で、心に小さ 悪を持っていたベジータでさえ洗脳してしまった。洗脳された者は悪の力によって限界以上の力を手に入れ、超人的な力を発揮する。
Translation:
BABIDI => He commits misdeeds using the magic he inherited from his father
"He excels in brainwashing and amplifying Evil Hearts (悪の心), making his subordinates his most loyal allies. Dabura, Spopovitch, Yamū, Pui Pui, and others underwent brainwashing, and even Vegeta, who had a bit of vice in his heart, was also brainwashed. They gain power beyond their limits, thanks to their Evil Force (悪の力), and exhibit superhuman strength."
Dragon Ball - Super Exciting Guide : Character Volume
バビディ
魔人ブウを生み出した邪悪な魔導士ビビディの子。邪心を持つ者の額にMのマークを浮かびあがらせ、心を操ることができる。 復活したブウに殺害される。
Translation: BABIDI - "He is the son of Bibidi, the evil Madōshi who created Majin Buu. He is capable of marking the "M" symbol on the foreheads of malicious individuals (邪心) and controlling their minds. He is eventually killed by Buu after his resurrection."
Translation: Manipulation Spell
« Appearance: Chapter 456 / Category: Magic / Character: Babidi / Description: He exploits the weaknesses of ill-intentioned people to penetrate their hearts and turn them into his subordinates, while unleashing their Hidden Power (秘めた力) beyond their limits. Those who fall victim to his magic will have an "M" shaped mark etched on their foreheads, indicating they have become Babidi's subordinates, such as Dabura and Yakon. Vegeta, who boarded Babidi's spaceship with the Kaioshin to prevent the resurrection of Majin Buu, deliberately allows himself to be struck by this spell in order to gain a Power-Up (パワーアップ) and face Gokū.
Chōzenshū-Vol.4
Akira Toriyama : "Bobidi searches out people with evil hearts through his magical power, then uses summoning magic to call them forth. What’s more, he controls their hearts to turn them into loyal underlings."
https://www.kanzenshuu.com/translations/db-full-color-majin-buu-arc-05/
Evil Ki (Aku no Ki, 悪の気 or Jaakuna Ki - 邪悪な気 / lit. "malice; ill will; harmful gas; vengeful spirit; specter") refers to an incorporeal energy that haunts malevolent spirits.
During the 25th Tenkaichi Budōkai (天下一武道会, lit. "World Martial Arts Championship"), Son Gokū notices that Spopovitch emits no corporeal energy while fighting Videl. "It seems like his strength far exceeds his own abilities," he says (p.66 and 74, Vol.30-DB Perfect Edition). When Spopovitch's spirit is under Babidi's control, his body becomes capable of handling much more power than in his normal state.
ヤムー
魔導師バビディのがで邪悪なパワーを引き出され、手下になっていた。スポポビッチと同じく、邪悪な力でパワーアップした肉体を持つ。
Translation: Yamū
"Servant of Babidi / Appearance: Chapter 438 / Description: He became a servant after his Evil Power (Jaakuna Pawā, 邪悪なパワー) was unleashed under the influence of the Madōshi Babidi’s power. Like Spopovitch, he possesses a body that received a Power-Up (パワーアップ) thanks to his Evil Force (邪悪な力)."
Chōzenshū-Vol.4
スポポビッチ
バビディの手下 / 特 : 魔導師バビディの力で邪悪なパワーを引き出され、手下になっていた男。
Translation: Spopovitch
"Servant of Babidi / Appearance: Chapter 438 / Description: A man whose Evil Power (Jaakuna Pawā, 邪悪なパワー) was unleashed by the magic of the Madōshi Babidi, making him his subordinate."
To resurrect Majin Buu, Babidi needs to collect a massive amount of "pure and positive" energy (Zen no enerugī, 善のエネルギー) using the energy collector (Enerugī Kyūinki, エネルギー吸引機). This device is entrusted to the demonic wizard's subordinates. Its unit of measurement, the Kili (Kiri, キリ), takes into account both the Battle Power and the Vital Energy of a fighter.
Babidi's spaceship also allows him to absorb the positive energies of non-demonic warriors suffering physical damage within its confines. These energies are then transferred into Majin Buu's cocoon (封印の玉 - sealing sphere).
Dabura
「･･･やつらの中の1匹につとても強い邪心をものもった者がいたのです･･･ あれほどの 邪心があれば じゅうぶんこちら側に 引き込めますぞ･･･」
Translation:
"...There was 1 among them who had a deeply pronounced Evil Heart (邪心)... With such an Evil Heart, we can completely turn him to our side..."
Shin
「悪い心をバビディによう利用されようとしているのです!!! 無心になりなさい!!! なにも考えては いけませんっ!!」
Translation:
"Babidi is trying to exploit your Evil Heart (悪い心)!!! Empty your mind (無心)!!! Don’t think of anything!!"
In the realm of Japanese martial arts and meditation, the term Mushin (無心) describes a mental state devoid of thoughts and attachments, where the mind remains calm and undistracted. It embodies a state of full presence and complete mental clarity.
ベジータ
バビディに「どうしても空と闘い勝利した い」という内なる邪心を見抜かれ、洗脳された姿。額には「M」の文字が浮かぶ。悪の力により、秘めているパワーの限界を超えて引き出されているものの、王子としてのプライドで心までは自由にさせず、意思を保ち続けた。
Translation: VEGETA
"His inner desire to 'fight and defeat Gokū at all costs' was noticed by Babidi, who then subjected him to brainwashing. The 'M' symbol appeared on his forehead. Although this Evil Force (悪の力) allowed him to surpass his hidden Power Limit (パワーの限界), he retained his will due to his pride as a prince, preventing his mind from being fully controlled."
Dragon Ball Z Fact File N°39
Daizenshū-Vol.4, p.062
バビディに悪の心を発見され、増幅されるベジータ。 苦痛を伴うが力は増大。
Translation:
"Babidi detected Vegeta's Evil Heart (悪の心) and amplified it. The increase in his strength (力) is accompanied by pain."
Note: Vegeta's energy will not be able to fuel Majin Buu's Ki once it becomes evil.
INFO:
Dragon Ball Z Fact File N°39
Translation: WHAT IS THE DEMON REALM, DABURA'S LAND OF ORIGIN?
"The warrior Dabura, who acts alongside Babidi, is the King of the 'Demon and Darkness Realm (暗黒魔界).' Previously, Garlic Jr. and his companions, who attacked the Earth's Guardian, were called the Mazoku and were treated as a separate race in DRAGON BALL. The Mazoku are not classified as a race like the 'Saiyans.' Instead, they represent a state where the evil hidden within the heart is amplified to its extreme. Thus, when the Mazoku approached Earth, many people were transformed into demons, but they later returned to being normal humans. In contrast, the Demon and Darkness Realm exists in a world separate from that of humans. Incidentally, Akkuman, who appears as the fourth warrior of Fortuneteller Baba, also originates from the Demon Realm (魔界). He possesses a special technique called the 'Akumaito Beam,' which causes the Evil Heart (悪の心) of his opponent to swell."
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