Son Goku
Dragon Ball: Beyond the LegendContents
Contents
Biodata
| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Son Goku (孙悟空) |
| Alias(es) | Kakarot 13 |
| Gender | Male |
| Affiliation | Guardian of the Dragon Ball World; member of Lin Feng's group 24 33 |
| Occupation/Role | Martial artist and protector of the Dragon Ball World and the universe 25 46 |
| Status | Active 50 |
| First Appearance | Chapter 13: “Cooperation and Challenges” 13 |
Power Progression
| Stage / Realm / Level | Chapter | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Ongoing combat refinement | 14 | Repeated battles alongside Vegeta are stated to push him beyond his limits as he trains to protect his family, friends, and world. 14 |
| Dragon Ball-empowered surge | 34 | Lin Feng uses the Dragon Balls to temporarily increase the group's strength; Goku and Vegeta answer with a major burst of combat power that repels the attacking evil force. 34 |
| Strongest technique unleashed | 39 | Goku releases a sudden surge of energy and uses his strongest technique to defeat the evil entity's minions, becoming the battle's turning point. 39 |
| Barrier-breaking growth | 40 | During preparations for the ultimate challenge, Goku and Vegeta break through their own barriers through combat training and increase their power. 40 |
| Hidden power enhancement | 43 | After overcoming trials and activating a hidden power source, Goku and his allies return to the battlefield with enhanced strength and defeat the dark forces' leader. 43 |
Personality
Goku is fearless, straightforward, and intensely motivated by combat. Powerful opponents excite him rather than intimidate him, and he repeatedly treats new threats as opportunities to test and surpass himself. 15 18 26
His enthusiasm for battle is balanced by a firm protective instinct. He refuses to retreat when the Dragon Ball World, his allies, or the universe are endangered, even when he knows an enemy is stronger than him. 24 33 43 47
Although he and Vegeta compete constantly, Goku can set rivalry aside immediately when cooperation is needed. His optimism and fighting spirit often strengthen the resolve of the wider team. 13 15 19
Abilities & Skills
Martial Arts and Direct Combat
Goku is the group's foremost frontline fighter, relying on swift, powerful strikes and sustained pressure against monsters, dark entities, and hostile organizations. 13 19 22
- Defeated multiple monsters after joining Lin Feng's group. 13
- Fights alongside Vegeta against threats that overwhelm either fighter alone. 16 19 32
- Uses full-power strikes and his strongest attacks against major enemies. 19 20 38
- Can be repelled by opponents whose power greatly exceeds his own. 15 32 33 36 38
Energy Attacks
Goku can erupt with a powerful aura and release forceful energy-based attacks in combat. 13 20 46
- His aura and attacks incapacitate several warriors of the mysterious organization. 20
- Combines his power with Vegeta's to crack a planetary shield. 29
- Joins Vegeta, Lin Feng, and Xiao Ming in a combined attack that destroys the Carlos galaxy's mind-distorting energy core. 46
Limit-Breaking Training
Goku trains relentlessly, especially through sparring with Vegeta, to identify weaknesses and raise his combat power. 27 28 40
- His desire for stronger battles drives his continued training. 18 26 29
- Breaks through personal barriers during preparation for the ultimate challenge. 40
- Continues intensive training even during periods of peace. 44 49
Equipment
- Power Pole — Goku carries and swings it in battle against the monster horde and the Dark King. 13 16
Relationships
- Lin Feng — Teammate and fellow guardian. Goku first joins Lin Feng's group during the battle against the monster horde; Lin Feng regards fighting beside “Senior Son Goku” as an honor. 13
- Vegeta — Rival and frequent combat partner. Vegeta calls him “Kakarot,” but they repeatedly fight side by side to distract, restrain, and defeat enemies. 13 16 38
- Xiao Ming — Ally within the guardian group. Xiao Ming supports Goku's frontline fighting with magic while Goku protects openings for the team's plans. 16 19 46
Story Role / Major Arcs
Treasure Investigation and the Dark King
Goku descends into Lin Feng, Xiao Ming, and Vegeta's battle with a monster horde, wielding the Power Pole and helping defeat the creatures. He then accompanies the group through the treasure investigation, breaks a magical barrier's weak point with one punch, and battles the island guardian. 13 14
When the Dark King emerges, Goku insists on fighting despite being knocked down by the enemy's dark energy. He and Vegeta keep the Dark King occupied so Lin Feng can use a sealing technique; after the first seal fails, the group ultimately defeats the Dark King through coordinated attacks. 15 16 17
Guardian of the Dragon Ball World
Following the Great Catastrophe, Goku joins the effort to establish and lead a Guardians Organization devoted to protecting the world. He continues searching for threats, battling hostile factions, and training with Vegeta. 24 25 27
He helps safeguard the Dragon Balls against creatures and figures seeking their power. During the balancing ritual, a Dragon Ball wish temporarily empowers the group, enabling Goku and Vegeta to repel an overwhelming evil force. 32 34
Cosmic Defender
As threats extend beyond the Dragon Ball World, Goku travels with the group across the universe. He helps defeat evil forces on a dark planet, break through a shield around a mysterious planet, and confront enemies threatening the wider cosmos. 28 29 45
Goku and Vegeta serve as the principal distraction force in several decisive operations, allowing Lin Feng and Xiao Ming to destroy an enemy's energy source, sever its connection to the world, or disable its defenses. 33 38 46 47
By the later chapters, Goku remains committed to ongoing training and exploration, helping seal a black hole alongside Vegeta and continuing the mission of protecting universal peace. 49 50
Notable Quotes
“Haha, this Dark King looks pretty tough! But I won't be afraid of him. Once we find a way, I'm going to have a real fight with him.”
“No matter how strong the enemy is, I, Son Goku, will not be afraid.”
“I don't care about all that. As long as there are bad guys, I'll beat them to a pulp.”