Warning: The following contains spoilers for Dragon Ball DAIMA Episode 10, titled “Ocean”, currently streaming on Crunchyroll.
Episode Highlights
- Majin Kuu’s attempt to defeat Tamagami Number One falls short, resulting in disappointment for Dr. Arinsu and a desperate plea for redemption from Kuu.
- The heroes of Earth face multiple challenges, including an attack from a kraken and interference from thieves, ultimately reuniting on the ancestral Namekian planet.
- The lore of the Demon Realm is explored, revealing the escape of Glinds to the outer universe and introducing Neva, who secretly observes the heroes.
Dragon Ball DAIMA, now at its critical halfway mark, accelerates the narrative as it delves deeper into the series’ overarching mythology. In Episode 10, Dr. Arinsu evaluates her latest creation, Majin Kuu, against the formidable Tamagami Number One. Meanwhile, conflicts involving Gomah’s Gendarmerie continue to create obstacles for Goku and his companions as they make their way through the Second Demon World, unearthing intriguing lore about their universe’s beginnings. Despite the excitement of Tamagami’s reappearance, a looming darkness threatens to overshadow the storyline’s progression.
Tests for Majin Kuu and Revelations of Demon Realm History
Episode 10 launches with Majin Kuu quickly engaging Tamagami Number One in combat. Dr. Arinsu watches with keen interest, noting that Kuu manages to deliver some powerful blows. However, the narrative quickly shifts to Goku and his team, who have just accessed the Warp-sama, marking their entry into the Second Demon World. The episode expertly weaves together the two storylines—Kuu’s battle and Goku’s impending reunion with Vegeta and the team—frequently switching between them for maximum impact. A particularly humorous moment occurs when Hybis humorously proposes Bulma as a potential girlfriend, amusingly upsetting Vegeta and providing comedic relief amidst the action.
As the scene shifts back to Goku, he and his group face fierce opposition from the Gendarmerie. A dramatic showdown ensues, with Goku effortlessly dismantling their aircraft. However, mismanagement leaves Glorio operating at a dangerously low altitude, leading to a surprise attack from a kraken. This scene heightens the tension, though the heroes narrowly escape, thanks to Panzy’s courageous sacrifice to preserve the Three-Star Dragon Ball. Their damage-depleted ship forces them to seek refuge on the original Namekian planet, where they regroup and renew their journey.
Upon arrival, the long-separated groups finally converge. Glorio’s prior need to navigate a small craft kept them apart since the series started. This is their first true reunion since entering the Demon Realm, and Piccolo reflects on the nostalgia of being on a planet that has storied connections to his lineage.
Meanwhile, in the throes of battle, Majin Kuu comes to an unfortunate realization about his capabilities against Tamagami Number One. Exhausted and outmatched, Kuu concedes defeat and retreats. Dr. Arinsu’s discontent grows as they head back, prompting Kuu to voice his value, humorously claiming his singing talents could be beneficial for shopping trips.
On the original Namekian planet, Nahare, also known as Supreme Kai, shares critical insights about the history of the Glinds and their exodus from the Demon Realm. He recounts tales of a benevolent Supreme Demon King who aimed to broaden their universe, commissioning Super Majin Rymus to develop new dimensions. Following an unfortunate turn of events under Abura’s reign, many Glinds sought refuge in the outer universe, with Nahare subsequently becoming Supreme Kai.
In a thrilling conclusion to Episode 10, viewers witness a shocking twist as Neva, an ancient Namekian allied with Gomah, is revealed to have secretly observed the heroes. The episode closes with a tantalizing preview, hinting at Vegeta’s impending face-off with Tamagami Number Two, while Dr. Arinsu’s insidious schemes continue to unfold as Dragon Ball DAIMA strides toward its next exciting chapter.
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