Summary
Anger Leads to Power: Dragon Ball characters harness intense rage for epic battles and displays of strength. Emotions Drive Warriors: Moments of rage drive Goku, Gohan, and Vegeta to overcome enemies and protect loved ones. Character Development: From Gohan's latent power to Vegeta's protective rage, Dragon Ball showcases evolving personalities.
Dragon Ball Goku has always been known for his cheerfulness. The goofy and good-natured protagonist, Goku best embodies the spirit of the series through his carefree, laid-back attitude and constant willingness to improve himself. Throughout Dragon Ball's thirty-year journey, other warriors from all walks of life have joined Goku, all drawn to his compassion and kind nature. However, when things get serious, Goku and the rest of the crew can't help but let their anger get the better of them..
In a series like Dragon Ball, moments of rage that overwhelm reason make for some of the most thrilling, intense, and cathartic fight scenes in all of anime.
Whether Earthling or Saiyan, anger can often lead to seemingly impossible displays of power.
10 Gohan lands a powerful blow on Raditz
Dragon Ball Z, Episode #5
Gohan is introduced as a timid, fearful, and weak child early in the Saiyan Saga, a far cry from his father at the same age. However, at a time when power levels matter in Dragon Ball, Raditz often takes notice of a power that is too high for a child trapped in a space capsule to handle. When Goku is in the midst of taking an absolute beating from his evil brother, That power level continued to increase until an enraged Gohan burst out of his shell and charged at Raditz at top speed.
With just a headbutt to the stomach, Gohan was able to deal significant damage to Raditz. This moment is the first in the series to hint at the extreme latent power within the Hybrid Saiyan.and foreshadows a future climactic battle where Gohan's anger will take center stage.
9 Goku kills Tambourine
Dragon Ball, Episode #108
You may be surprised to know that Young Goku is much more ferocious than he is later in Dragon Ball. After discovering that Krillin had been killed by one of the children of the Great Demon King Piccolo, Goku vowed to avenge his friend's death. When Tambourine arrived at the scene where Goku and Yajirobe were waiting, the Saiyan child immediately declared that the fight was his, and wears a serious expression rarely seen in the original Dragon Ball anime.
With just a few punches and kicks, Tambourine was able to run away, but as he tried to escape, Goku vaporizes him with a Kamehameha. From this point on, it seemed that nothing could stop Goku from pursuing every member of the Demon Clan in order to exact his revenge. The final death of Demon King Piccolo was also the last death caused by Goku, until Kid Buu at the end of Dragon Ball Z.
8 Goku avenges his family from another universe
Dragon Ball Super, Episode #61
The first time Goku and Vegeta traveled to the future to fight Goku Black and Zamasu, things didn't go well for them. The second time, despite putting up a much better fight, they still struggled against the evil duo. After landing a heavy blow to Goku's stomach, Goku Black and Zamasu began toying with him, explaining how they took over his body in their timeline.
However, as soon as they revealed Chi Chi and Goten's brutal murders, Goku went berserk.and unleashes a series of fierce attacks that would surprise even the immortal gods. While Goku has some serious moments throughout Dragon Ball Super, This fight shows Saiyan at his most ferocious..
7 Gohan unleashes the Beast
Dragon Ball Super: Super Heroes
By the time the events of Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero take place in the series' overall timeline, Gohan has long been relegated to a supporting role. His hot-tempered nature that defined him throughout the early parts of Dragon Ball Z has all but disappeared by the time he reaches adulthood. But when faced with an old, familiar threat, Gohan's true nature is revealed, and he steps into the spotlight for the first time since the Cell Saga..
When Piccolo seemingly died in battle with Cell Max, a familiar snap occurred within Gohan, and he transformed into a state no other fighter in the series had ever achieved. With just a quick kick and a super powerful special beam cannon, the fearsome Cell Max was defeated.This moment marks Gohan's return and puts him back on track as one of the strongest warriors in Dragon Ball.
6 Broly Becomes Legendary
Dragon Ball Z: Broly – Legendary Super Saiyan
While Dragon Ball Super: Broly's version of the protagonist may be superior in terms of plot, Dragon Ball Z's Broly is rage incarnate. Fueled solely by a raw hatred for Goku, the mere mention of Kakarot's name is enough to send the demonic Saiyan into a rage. His transformation and defeat of the Z-Fighters in his first movie shows exactly what happens when Broly is pushed into the abyss.
As he transforms into the Legendary Super Saiyan, his body begins to crack from the massive amount of energy building up inside him. Different colors emanate from Broly in what appears to be a The most visually impressive transformation in all of Dragon Ball Zbefore he explodes into a massive mass of muscle. In classic DBZ style, the sequence is backed by a song from Pantera, resulting in a very unique, exhilarating sequence.
5 Trunks Transforms from Anger and Despair
Dragon Ball Z: The History of Trunks
Trunks' story can be considered the saddest in the Dragon Ball universe.. In an alternate future where the only survivors of the Android attack are Trunks, Bulma, and Gohan, the world appears to have fallen into a near-apocalyptic state. With no one left to protect the Earth, Gohan becomes its protector while training Trunks to be a warrior. However, one day, when the Androids attacked again, Gohan was killed in battle..
When Trunks discovered his mentor and father lying face down on the ground, he fell to his knees and cried, before letting out a cry of anger and despair, and transforming into a Super Saiyan for the first time.. After unlocking his transformation abilities too late to help Gohan, Trunks decides to go back in time to try and rewrite history. This desperate move would go on to kick off the Android/Cell Saga of Dragon Ball Z.
4 “What did you do to my Bulma?!”
Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods/Dragon Ball Super, Episode #7
There is a case to be made that Vegeta has undergone more character development than anyone else in Dragon Ball. There was a time when the once proud, if not arrogant, Saiyan prince came to Earth with the sole purpose of using the Dragon Balls before destroying the planet. When Beerus the Destroyer visited that Earth, Vegeta was the one who tried his best to protect it.while the rest of the cast had no idea what was going on.
Trying his best to please Beerus, his plan to please the god was foiled when he gave Bulma a divine slap, driving Vegeta insane. His newfound strength and determination allowed the prince to confront Beerus, even landing a few blows to protect his wife. Vegeta's character development shown only makes this scene more awesomein which his anger was greatly enhanced.
3 Goku refuses to let Beerus destroy his world
Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods
Dragon Ball's return to form with Battle of Gods was a triumphant one. The film delivered all the fun and quirky elements one would expect from the series, along with action-packed fight scenes and the debut of the Super Saiyan God. With his new form, Goku was able to keep up with his God of Destruction foe. However, in the middle of their battle, Goku accidentally broke out of his Super Saiyan God form, seemingly ensuring Beerus' victory.
After shouting fiercely: “I will not let you destroy my world!” Goku continues to catch up with Beerus, convincing the God of Destruction to spare the planet.. This sequence of scenes is cathartic, showing the serious side of Goku. He knows that when the lives of his friends and family are at stake, he must act with all his might.
2 Finally Transformed! Goku Becomes Super Saiyan
Dragon Ball Z, Episode #95
From the very beginning of the Namek Saga, the existence of a legendary Super Saiyan was revealed. Frieza feared it, Vegeta desired it, And meanwhile Goku, completely unaware of his people's legend, continued to achieve thatKrillin's death at the hands of Frieza was one of the most brutal acts in Dragon Ball, and in response, Goku let all of his good nature slip away, befitting the monster he was fighting.
Goku's transformation is iconic throughout the anime world and sets the stage for one of the greatest battles in shōnen history. By fully embracing his Saiyan lineage, Goku left behind everything that made him an Earthling to confront the savage aggression and terrifying power of the Saiyans.Just like how he reacted to Krillin's first death in Dragon Ball, nothing can stop Goku from getting revenge.
1 Gohan surpasses Super Saiyan
Dragon Ball Z, Episode #184
Gohan's character arc culminates in one of the most intense, emotional, and powerful scenes in all of Dragon Ball. Always a gentle soul, when pushed, Gohan will quickly lose his cool and his power will skyrocket. These bursts of immeasurable power are always short-lived, and Gohan will quickly return to normal. As the Cell Jrs begin to dismantle the Z-Fighters, it initially seems like another similar explosion is going to happen.
However, thanks to his extensive training with Goku before the Cell Games, as well as encouragement from Android #16, Gohan was able to unleash his latent power in a fully controlled and maintained state. As the first character to surpass Super Saiyan in Dragon Ball, Gohan eventually became a hero in the battle against Cell..
