Zarbon

Biodata

Background / History

Zarbon served Frieza as one of his trusted subordinates. When Frieza adopted Prince Leige, he assigned Zarbon to lead Leige to his quarters and oversee the young Saiyan’s training. Zarbon sparred with Leige and recognized his unusually rapid growth, though Leige concealed the far greater strength he possessed. 4

A year later, Frieza dispatched Zarbon and Leige to suppress the rebellion on Planet Hel. Zarbon joined Leige in massacring the Heliorians, personally killing several soldiers and expressing disappointment when Leige killed King Helda before he could fight him. At Leige’s request, Zarbon destroyed Planet Hel with a massive energy blast after the mission. 5 6

Frieza later ordered Zarbon to accompany Leige during his leave on Planet Vegeta. Zarbon’s presence allowed Frieza to keep watch on Leige, who deliberately concealed his actual power while visiting King Vegeta. 6 7

While returning to Frieza Planet No. 2, Zarbon and Leige were attacked by a fleet hired by Hersi, Helda’s younger brother. Their ship was forced down on Ice Flame Planet, where the space pirate Savik pursued them. Zarbon and Leige split up to escape; Zarbon was cornered by Savik and transformed in a failed attempt to survive. Savik killed him with a ki blade. 10 11

Personality

Zarbon is loyal and obedient toward Frieza, carrying out orders without protest and reporting Leige’s conduct after their missions. 6

He also enjoys violence. During the Hel campaign, he readily began slaughtering civilians and soldiers, wanted the opportunity to “play” with Helda, and admired the destruction of Planet Hel as a “firework.” 5 6

When faced with Savik’s superior strength, Zarbon prioritized survival, invoking Frieza’s authority and attempting to negotiate before resorting to transformation. 11

Abilities & Skills

Ki Manipulation

Zarbon is a capable Frieza Force combatant who uses energy attacks in close combat and at planetary scale.

• Eliminated Heliorian soldiers with punches, kicks, and energy blasts. 5 6
• Used a large energy blast to destroy Planet Hel. 6
• Can fly at high speed and fight in aerial combat. 5 10 11

Transformation

Zarbon can transform into a stronger form when cornered.

• His scouter-recorded combat power was 23,000 before transforming. 11
• Transformation raised his combat power to 32,000. 11
• Zarbon considered the form ugly, using it only because he had no alternative. 11
• Even transformed, he was outmatched by Savik’s 50,000 combat power and was killed. 10 11

Training and Escort Duties

Frieza entrusted Zarbon with training and accompanying Prince Leige.

• Supervised Leige’s training after Frieza adopted him. 4
• Sparred with Leige and acknowledged his potential. 4
• Accompanied Leige on missions to Planet Hel and Planet Vegeta. 5 6

Relationships

• Frieza — Superior and king; Zarbon follows his commands, reports Leige’s conduct, and receives assignments directly from him. 4 6
• Leige — Trainee, escort, and mission partner. Zarbon trained him, fought beside him on Planet Hel, and accompanied him to Planet Vegeta. 4 5 6
• Savik — Killer. Savik pursued Zarbon on Ice Flame Planet and cut him in half with a ki blade after overpowering his transformed state. 11
• Hersi — Enemy who hired space pirates, including Savik, to avenge Helda and kill Zarbon and Leige. 10
• King Vegeta — Leige’s father; Zarbon attended King Vegeta’s banquet during the visit to Planet Vegeta. 8

Story Role / Major Arcs

• Frieza’s adoption of Leige — Becomes Leige’s assigned trainer after Frieza takes the Saiyan prince as his foster son. 4
• Planet Hel rebellion — Assists Leige in exterminating the Heliorians and destroys Planet Hel. 5 6
• Return to Planet Vegeta — Escorts Leige during his Frieza-authorized leave, serving as Frieza’s watchful presence. 6 7
• Ice Flame Planet pursuit — Is separated from Leige while fleeing Savik’s group, transforms to fight Savik, and dies. 10 11