Overview
- Non-canon transformations in Dragon Ball showcase fascinating and powerful forms.
- Super Saiyan Blue Gogeta triumphs over the legendary Broly.
- Goku overcomes Cumber’s Evil Saiyan transformation with Ultra Instinct.
Dragon Ball has captivated audiences globally, emerging as a cornerstone of the shonen genre. The enduring legacy of the late Akira Toriyama is celebrated by fans whose childhoods were enriched by Goku’s incredible feats, always rising to meet formidable foes with unparalleled strength.
In addition to the plethora of canon sagas, there exists an intriguing array of non-canon narratives that introduce a variety of unique transformations, each showcasing astounding power and creativity.
Please note that this discussion will exclude fan-created transformations.
8 Pseudo Super Saiyan
Goku Unleashes an Imperfect Super Saiyan Transformation Against Lord Slug
- Debut: Dragon Ball Z: Lord Slug
Set at an unconventional point in the Dragon Ball timeline, Dragon Ball Z: Lord Slug finds the Z Warriors inexplicably on Earth rather than Namek when the titular Namekian arrives with hostile intentions. After restoring his youth with the Dragon Balls, Lord Slug becomes a formidable adversary for Goku.
Driven by rage over Slug’s cruel threats to Earth, Goku taps into a temporary Pseudo Super Saiyan transformation, delivering an unforgettable thrashing to the overconfident Namekian before reverting to his standard form.
7 Cooler’s Fourth Transformation
Frieza’s Brother Unveils an Unprecedented Transformation
- Debut: Dragon Ball Z: Cooler’s Revenge
Following Goku’s victory over Frieza, Cooler, the tyrant’s brother, seeks vengeance against the Saiyan who humiliated his family. What ensues is a particularly lopsided battle, especially as Cooler showcases a transformation distinct from anything Frieza had ever displayed.
Despite this formidable power, Cooler ultimately falls to Super Saiyan Goku, who channels his wrath and energy to obliterate him, banishing the defeated villain into the sun.
6 Super Android 13
An Experimental Android Absorbs Parts from Its Brethren for Greater Power
- Debut: Dragon Ball Z: Super Android 13!
As unknown Androids threaten Earth, the Z Warriors confront them in a desolate area. While Androids 14 and 15 prove to be manageable opponents, Super Android 13 poses a significant challenge. Upon absorbing components of his fallen comrades, he transforms into an even more terrifying foe.
Only when Goku harnesses the power of a Spirit Bomb in his Super Saiyan form does he find the strength to deliver a devastating blow that causes Super Android 13 to implode.
5 Legendary Super Saiyan (Non-Canon Variant)
Broly’s Unmatched Power in His Initial Film Appearance
- Debut: Dragon Ball Z: Broly – The Legendary Super Saiyan
Initially portrayed without much depth, Broly emerges as a overwhelmingly powerful character known as the Legendary Super Saiyan. Although his motivations appeared humorous, they certainly did not detract from his fearsome abilities.
In a disappointing twist, this mightiest of foes is ultimately subdued after Goku gathers the collective energy of those fighting against him and delivers a single punch. Thankfully, the later canon version of Broly received more compelling writing and was eventually bested by Super Saiyan Blue Gogeta instead.
4 Super Janemba
The Ultimate Manifestation of Evil Grows Stronger
- Debut: Dragon Ball Z: Fusion Reborn
Fusion Reborn introduces Janemba, a character that initially appears as a childish kaiju. However, his transformation into Super Janemba reveals a malicious entity capable of defeating both Goku and Vegeta effortlessly.
It is only through their fusion that Goku and Vegeta can finally overpower Janemba, reinstating balance within the afterlife.
3 Golden Cooler
Cooler Returns with a New Transformation in Super Dragon Ball Heroes
- Debut: Goku Goes Berserk! The Evil Saiyan’s Rampage! (Episode 2 of Super Dragon Ball Heroes)
While many view Super Dragon Ball Heroes as a promotional tool for a popular arcade game in Japan, it still manages to captivate as a series. The revival of Cooler, who showcases a new golden transformation in the second episode, is a testament to this engagement.
Seeing Cooler in his golden form alongside his brother lends a stunning visual component to this non-canonical narrative.
2 Evil Saiyan
Cumber Reveals a Fearsome New Form
- Debut: Goku Goes Berserk! The Evil Saiyan’s Rampage! (Episode 2 of Super Dragon Ball Heroes)
Super Dragon Ball Heroes introduces Cumber, a formidable new antagonist whose Evil Saiyan transformation signifies his capability for immense power. This villain, with his striking red aura, delivers devastating blows to the Z Warriors.
Ultimately, it is Goku’s mastery of Ultra Instinct that allows him to conquer this once-unstoppable threat.
1 Super Saiyan Rose Full Power
The Crimson-Masked Saiyan Unveils Full Capability of Super Saiyan Rose
- Debut: Final Battle in the Pseudo Universe! Clash of Blue and Crimson (Episode 38 of Super Dragon Ball Heroes)
The character known as Crimson serves as a powerful reincarnation of Goku Black. His transformations, particularly Super Saiyan Rose Full Power, exhibit a visually striking design, including a returning tail and hair reminiscent of Super Saiyan 3.
This impressive form raises speculation among fans about its potential entrance into the canon of future Dragon Ball narratives.
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