100x Super Kaio-ken

"Arghhhhh!"

This direct hit was enough to make even Kakarot let out a series of agonizing screams, his cries echoing incessantly.

It was clear he had been severely wounded by Gohan's Kamehameha!

One could only see Kakarot's energy erupting violently; battered by the energy blast, he gritted his teeth, his voice beginning to change as he roared.

"Arghhhhh, yaaaaaah!"

Thump! Boom!

His entire body shuddered, and in that instant, under the pressure of Gohan's Kamehameha, Kakarot completed his transformation into Super Saiyan 3.

At this point, he no longer intended to hide his true capabilities.

Rumble!

A massive column of water erupted from the surface of the sea, shooting high into the sky, centered entirely around Goku Black as it dispersed.

Kakarot, who had been screaming in pain, suddenly stabilized.

The moment he achieved the Super Saiyan 3 state, his ki was instantly replenished.

The energy within his body neutralized Gohan's Ultimate Perfect Kamehameha, causing Gohan to look on with slight surprise.

"Oh, the energy of Super Saiyan 3 has neutralized my Perfect Kamehameha. As expected of Kakarot."

"If he weren't a spirit right now and could maintain the Super Saiyan 3 state indefinitely, no one would be able to defeat him!"

Even Majin Buu would likely be no match for this.

Kakarot, transformed into Super Saiyan 3, had the strength to go toe-to-toe with Majin Buu!

Add the Kaio-ken to the mix, and defeating Majin Buu wouldn't be impossible!

However, he could not unleash both Super Saiyan 3 and the Kaio-ken right now because of the halo above his head.

Every bit of energy he released shortened the time he could remain in the mortal realm.

The Super Saiyan 3 transformation was a last resort; his golden hair lengthened, and Goku Black, now in his Super Saiyan 3 state, was wreathed in terrifying sparks of lightning.

He curled his lip into a cold sneer as he looked at Gohan, saying indifferently, "Gohan, I truly acknowledge you. Your strength has surprised me."

"If I hadn't transformed into Super Saiyan 3, that last attack would have cost me my life. You are truly my son!"

Gohan also began to laugh, saying calmly, "Father, this has nothing to do with being your son. It is only because of me that I am able to surpass you."

"There is no other reason!"

Indeed, if it were the original Gohan, how could he possibly compare to Kakarot? He couldn't even compare to Kakarot in his Super Saiyan 1 state.

Let alone forcing Kakarot into Super Saiyan 3!

Kakarot smiled again, and in the next second, he raised one hand, beginning to gather energy for a Kamehameha.

Gohan frowned, sensing that things were not that simple, and while he focused his attention to guard, he clearly felt Kakarot's ki shift the moment he completed the Kamehameha.

"Instant Transmission, Kamehameha?"

Swish!

"Argh, ha!"

Kakarot, having used Instant Transmission, appeared directly behind him. At such close range, there was no way to dodge the Kamehameha.

He could only raise his hands and take the blast head-on.

Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh!

On the sea, massive waves churned. Although Gohan had blocked the Kamehameha with his raised hands, he was forced backward by the sheer power of the blast.

He skidded across the surface of the sea for a long distance before finally coming to a stop.

Watching all this, Son Goku curled his lip into a smile.

Satisfied with the energy of his attack, he now understood Gohan's limits.

"Gohan, it seems you still cannot reach the level of Super Saiyan 3. What a pity."

"If you could defeat me, then that Majin Buu would be no match for you!"

Gohan raised his head, looking at Kakarot's confidence, and sneered.

"Father, you are being far too confident. This has only just begun."

He surged his ki, causing it to rise once more, which made Son Goku frown slightly; he hadn't expected Gohan to be so resilient.

The two faced each other, and in the next second, they both began to charge a Kamehameha almost simultaneously.

The two energy waves collided, creating a massive trench in the sea!

Boom! Boom! Boom!

The immense energies clashed against one another; this time, it was a pure contest of energy, and Gohan had no strength left to pursue Kakarot.

Right now, his Energy Cannon could still hold out for three minutes!

Even in Super Saiyan 3!

He had no problem holding his ground for three minutes, and three minutes was all he needed.

"Arghhh!"

Gohan gritted his teeth, pushing his ki to the absolute limit. Kakarot frowned, his face darkening as he stopped holding back.

"20x Kaio-ken!"

"Gohan, I never expected you to force me to use the Kaio-ken. You really are incredible!"

Kakarot was genuinely impressed. As the Kaio-ken flared to life, his energy surged to an incomparable level, his overwhelming Kamehameha surging forward.

As it inched closer to Gohan, Gohan felt the opponent's energy swell and sneered.

He gritted his teeth and shouted.

"Don't forget, I can use the Kaio-ken too! 5x Kaio-ken!"

BOOM!

The Kamehameha faltered for a moment, but 5x Kaio-ken still wasn't enough to offset the opponent's ki.

Son Goku's Kamehameha continued to press forward, and Son Goku shook his head.

"It's a pity, Gohan. At most, your 5x Kaio-ken can't compare to my 20x Kaio-ken!"

Gohan kept sneering. A minute had already passed, and hearing a voice in his ear, he laughed with delight.

"That remains to be seen. You think I can't surpass you? I'll surpass you right now!"

"Kaio-ken 20% completion, 20x Kaio-ken!"

Thump! Thump!

Gohan activated his 20x Kaio-ken, choosing to clash beams with Son Goku.

The boost from the Kaio-ken skyrocketed.

Dueling with a master like Son Goku was the perfect way to train his own abilities.

Having reached 20% of the Kaio-ken, he activated the 20x multiplier, barely managing to hold off Son Goku's Kamehameha.

Son Goku was slightly shocked, forced to admit that in this instant, he had gained a newfound respect for Gohan's strength.

He laughed heartily: "Gohan, as expected of you. With 20x Kaio-ken, you can hold out for another minute."

Being able to hold out for another minute made Gohan laugh as well.

"That's right, that's two minutes now. Give me one more minute, and I'll be able to win."

Hearing Gohan's words, Son Goku's expression changed. He suddenly realized something, his face shifting drastically. He gritted his teeth, clearly becoming agitated.

He was still being controlled by Babidi, and he didn't want to give up just like that.

"Arghhh, damn it! Gohan, you're stronger than I thought. It's a pity, I'm not satisfied, I'm not satisfied!"

"I only have a few minutes. In Super Saiyan 3, my energy consumption is too high. After a few minutes, I have to go back to Hell. I'm so frustrated!"

He was truly frustrated; he wasn't satisfied with not having decided the outcome with Gohan.

In this instant, he increased his energy, intending to unleash every bit of power he had.

"I don't want to disappear like this! Gohan, you've surpassed Vegeta, it makes me so excited, I'm so thrilled!"

"In Hell, I'll never find another master like you. I want to return to Earth so badly, I want to defeat you! My son, I must win against you!"

BOOM! BOOM!

His energy suddenly surged. Kakarot was betting everything on this final Kamehameha.

Gohan gritted his teeth, not daring to let go with his hands. He pushed his Kaio-ken to the maximum, constantly attempting to break through its limits.

He could feel his muscles stinging all over!

This feeling was great; it meant he was transcending his limits!

"Kaio-ken 30%, 30x Kaio-ken!"

"Kaio-ken 40%, 40x Kaio-ken!"

"Kaio-ken 50%, 50x Kaio-ken, ARGHHH!"

Thump! Thump!

Reaching 50x Kaio-ken shocked Kakarot in the distance. He stared in disbelief at the red aura suddenly surging around Gohan.

It pierced the sky, and in that instant, his Kamehameha was pushed back.

He never expected that he would lose this beam struggle.

How was it possible? Was he going to lose to Gohan? Was his Super Saiyan 3 energy not as strong as Gohan's?

"Kaio-ken 80%, 80x Kaio-ken!"

"Kaio-ken 100%, Perfect Kaio-ken, 100-fold Super Kaio-ken!"

BOOM!

Gohan, flickering with red light, resembled a luminous body, the crimson energy suffusing the very sky.

The 100-fold Kaio-ken completely transcended all limits!

It allowed him to shove Kakarot's Kamehameha right back at him. Kakarot's face was etched with disbelief as he watched the Kamehameha surge back toward him.

In that instant, his expression shifted through a myriad of emotions: a touch of regret, a hint of unwillingness.

And, above all, a measure of joy for the increase in Gohan's strength!

"Gohan, you're too amazing, you really are too amazing! 100-fold Kaio-ken, hahaha, your strength makes me so excited."

"It's a pity, truly a pity, that my energy is completely exhausted. If you ever come to Hell, I must have a proper fight with you!"

Watching Son Goku's figure vanish, Gohan felt a sense of exhaustion wash over him; he had sent Kakarot back to Hell.

After all, the duration the opponent could maintain his energy was far too short!

It was impossible for Son Goku to win while only in a spiritual state!

If the opponent were truly resurrected, the outcome would be far from certain; the 100-fold Kaio-ken was, indeed, too damaging to the body.

He could feel the twitching of muscles all over his frame.

This sensation was far from pleasant.

He reached into his pocket, pulled out a Senzu Bean, and without a second thought, tossed it into his mouth.

He crunched it down and swallowed it whole!

A surge of heat immediately rushed from his stomach throughout his entire body, alleviating the pain caused by the 100-fold Kaio-ken.

With one Senzu Bean in his belly, his ki recovered instantly, bringing him back to full health and peak condition!

He felt his own power, filled with an indescribable excitement.

Because, just a moment ago, he had improved once more; his combat power had been reinforced during the heat of battle.

Most importantly, he had grasped the Super Saiyan 3 form.

"Transformation comprehended: Super Saiyan 3!"

Super Saiyan 3 progress: 1%!

It seemed that during the fight just now, he had fully comprehended Super Saiyan 3; in a way, Kakarot had given him a helping hand.