Goku's Unleashed Might: Mastering the Art of Supremacy in Dragon Ball Super

Highlights

Although Goku did not invent the Kamehameha wave, it has become closely associated with him in the Dragon Ball series. This signature move gains additional power as Goku's forms become more formidable.

The Destructo Disk, created by Krillin, is known as one of the most perilous maneuvers in the series. This attack has been demonstrated by both Goku and Vegeta, highlighting its effectiveness and might.

Goku's Instant Kamehameha is a formidable technique that blends his expertise in martial arts with his instantaneous transmission skill. With the ability to obliterate whole planets, it has been employed tactically against adversaries such as Perfect Cell.

Goku, the protagonist of the Dragon Ball series since its first manga chapter in 1984, is widely recognized as one of the most iconic anime characters of all time. Throughout the years, Goku has exhibited a variety of moves and techniques, ranging from deadly attacks capable of obliterating entire planets to lightning-fast abilities that enable him to traverse vast distances in an instant. Astonishingly, Goku has mastered all of these techniques, despite his inherently kind and benevolent nature.

While Goku possesses a vast array of attacks and techniques at his disposal, there are a few that stand out due to their sheer destructive power. These attacks have been a staple of Goku's repertoire for many years, and it is somewhat surprising to witness someone as compassionate as Goku wield such devastating abilities. Nonetheless, in situations where his goodwill is disregarded and confronted by irredeemable villains, Goku can rely on these immensely potent attacks to eradicate evil entirely. Now, let's delve into an exploration of the various moves that Goku has employed throughout the series.

Kamehameha

The Kamehameha wave, widely recognized as the most popular attack in anime, is often mistakenly believed to be Goku's original creation. In reality, this powerful attack was first developed by the legendary Martial Artist, Master Roshi. However, over time, it has become closely associated with Goku, especially since its introduction in Dragon Ball Z. As the series progressed, Goku further refined and adapted the Kamehameha wave to his various forms, significantly amplifying its destructive force.

The Kamehameha wave manifests as a vivid blue Ki blast, which requires a brief period of charging within the user's palms before being unleashed. When released, it transforms into a wide beam of blue energy, possessing impressive range and devastating potential. Remarkably, this technique continues to grow in strength as Goku harnesses it in his more formidable transformations, proving highly effective in his numerous battles. Notably, Goku has employed the Kamehameha against formidable opponents such as Frieza, Buu, Zamasu, and Hit, utilizing it in nearly every confrontation he has faced. However, its most iconic usage occurred during the Saiyan Saga when Goku's Kamehameha collided with Vegeta's Galick Gun, resulting in the salvation of Earth from imminent destruction.

Destructo Disk

The Destructo Disk, originally invented by Krillin, is a highly dangerous move that has been introduced in the series. It forms a chainsaw-like disk out of Ki, allowing the user to throw a blast that can cut through almost anything and be controlled while in flight. This attack, known for its usefulness and strength, has been utilized by both Goku and Vegeta throughout the years, showcasing its effectiveness.

During the Buu Saga, Goku first used this attack after returning to Earth to save it from the powerful Majin Buu, who had absorbed Piccolo and Gotenks. A similar move, called Death Saucer in the Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi games, was used by Frieza in the Namek Saga. Goku later employed this attack again in the Tournament of Power arc, making a fresh attempt to eliminate Jiren from the tournament.

Instant Kamehameha

Goku, a skilled martial artist and tactical genius, seamlessly incorporated Master Roshi's Kamehameha technique into his own move set. Charging up a highly destructive Kamehameha wave, Goku demonstrated his mastery by using his instant transmission ability to position himself right next to his opponent before unleashing the attack. In a battle against Perfect Cell, Goku unleashed this technique while in his Super Saiyan form, amplifying its power and obliterating Cell's upper body. Although Cell's regenerative abilities allowed him to regenerate his lost body part, this attack remains a crucial and formidable tool in Goku's arsenal.

Dragon Fist

Goku's Dragon Fist is an incredibly powerful and unique attack that he used exclusively in the Dragon Ball Z movies and Dragon Ball GT. Instead of being a part of the official storyline, it remains a distinct technique. By gathering all of his energy into one fist, Goku charges at his opponent, inflicting a massive blow that creates a dragon-like entity. This dragon engulfs the opponent, ultimately annihilating them by blasting a hole through their chest.

During the 13th movie of Dragon Ball Z, Goku unleashes the Dragon Fist while in his Super Saiyan 3 form. The Z-Fighters confront Hirudegarn, an enormous and destructive enemy who has ravaged entire planets. Surprisingly, Goku swiftly defeats him with this attack, despite Hirudegarn's imposing size. In Dragon Ball GT, Goku utilizes the Dragon Fist twice as a Super Saiyan 4. He deploys it against both Eis Shenron and Omega Shenron. Although the core mechanics of the move remain the same, the dragon itself now appears red instead of gold. Additionally, the Super Saiyan 4 transformation enhances the attack's power.

Spirit Bomb

Goku's Spirit Bomb is an incredibly powerful attack in the series, even though it has only been successful 1 out of 4 times it has been used. To execute the attack, Goku gathers an immense amount of Ki by raising both of his hands towards the sky. Similar to many of Goku's other techniques, this attack was originally developed by King Kai but perfected by Goku. Unlike his other moves, the Spirit Bomb requires energy from other living beings, allowing it to increase in size.

The Spirit Bomb made its first appearance against Vegeta, although it was much smaller in size at that time. While it dealt a significant amount of damage to Vegeta, it wasn't enough to defeat him permanently. The attack faced a similar fate when used against Frieza. However, when utilized against Kid Buu, the Spirit Bomb was enormously powerful and completely obliterated him, showcasing its true strength when employed correctly. On the other hand, Jiren easily deflected the Spirit Bomb back at Goku. Despite its low success rate, the Spirit Bomb remains a tremendously powerful move solely intended for the most formidable adversaries.

Supreme Kamehameha

While never officially named in the series, fans affectionately refer to this attack as the 'Supreme Kamehameha', cherishing it as the series' most impressive moment. During his intense battle with Kefla in the Tournament of Power, Goku utilized his Ultra Instinct Omen form to evade all of her attacks. With exceptional agility, he effortlessly leaped over her formidable Ki blast and unleashed a charged-up Kamehameha towards her. This extraordinary technique amplifies the strength of the traditional Kamehameha attack by leveraging the power of the Ultra Instinct form. Furthermore, due to the form's unmatched defensive capabilities, capable of evading every assault, this iteration of the Kamehameha stands as the most formidable attack witnessed thus far in the entire series.

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