The Dragon of Namek

After Frieza was defeated, his fleet fled Namek in a panic. The Dragon Balls of Namek had been gathered. Seven orange spheres, each the size of a basketball, lay together and emitted a dazzling light. The Grand Elder chanted the incantation in the Namekian language, and a beam of light shot into the sky, revealing a massive golden dragon. "Summoner, state your wishes. I can grant any wish, but only three." "Three wishes?" Kashu felt a surge of joy. "Shenron, for the first wish: resurrect all Saiyans killed by Frieza, but only those whose souls have not yet been reincarnated." "Your wish has been granted." The dragon's eyes glowed. "Three hundred and twenty people have been resurrected." "Three hundred and twenty," Kashu nodded. "That is enough." "For the second wish: transform New Vegeta City into a perfect city suitable for the survival and development of the Saiyans." "Your wish has been granted," the dragon said. "For the third wish: grant Piccolo the complete memories and heritage of the Namekians." Piccolo was stunned. "What? You are the evil half of the Guardian, yet your essence still holds the kindness of a Namekian." Kashu said, "Granting you the memories of the Namekians will help you better understand your own identity." Piccolo remained silent for a moment, then nodded. The dragon's eyes glowed again. "Your wish has been granted. Farewell." The golden dragon transformed into seven streaks of light and scattered. Piccolo closed his eyes as a vast amount of information flooded his mind—the history, culture, technology, language of Namek, and the method for creating Dragon Balls. When he opened his eyes, they were no longer filled with mere demonic energy and rage, but with profound wisdom and understanding. "Kashu... thank you," Piccolo said. "This is the first time I have truly thanked someone." "Don't mention it. We are partners."

After the Namekian dragon dissipated into seven streaks of light, the seven Dragon Balls turned into ordinary stones and scattered across the planet. The Grand Elder sat on his massive chair, a look of relief appearing on his aged face. "Kashu, you helped save Namek from Frieza's clutches; we have no way to repay you." The Grand Elder's voice was low and slow. "Before you leave, I would like to do one thing for you." Kashu bowed slightly. "Grand Elder, you are too kind. We only did what we had to do." "No," the Grand Elder shook his head. "Namekians never leave a debt unpaid. I will unlock your potential—awakening the dormant power within your bodies." Krillin's eyes lit up. "Unlock potential? Just like in the legends, where you put your hand on someone's head and their combat power just shoots through the roof?" The Grand Elder smiled. "Something like that. Come here, child." Krillin was the first to step forward. The Grand Elder reached out his withered hand and placed it gently on top of Krillin's head. Krillin closed his eyes, feeling a warm energy surge into his body, as if something within him was waking up. "Ah—" Krillin couldn't help but let out a low growl as his ki began to fluctuate violently. His combat power soared from five hundred thousand—six hundred thousand, seven hundred thousand, eight hundred thousand, nine hundred thousand... finally settling at one point two million. "This is your dormant power," the Grand Elder said, withdrawing his hand. "Your potential is far greater than this, but with your current body, this is all that can be unlocked." Krillin opened his eyes, feeling the surging power within him, his eyes reddening. "Thank you, Grand Elder! I... I have never felt this good!" "Next," the Grand Elder said. Tien Shinhan stepped forward. As the Grand Elder placed his hand on his forehead, his third eye opened automatically. Tien felt his Three-Eyed Clan bloodline boiling, an ancient power surging from the depths of his lineage. His combat power skyrocketed from eight hundred thousand to two million, and the abilities of his third eye were significantly enhanced—he could now see the trajectory of ki flow and even predict an opponent's movements a fraction of a second in advance. "A descendant of the Three-Eyed Clan..." The Grand Elder looked at Tien, a flash of surprise in his eyes. "Your ancestors came from a distant galaxy, and their bloodline has awakened well within you. Continue your training; your third eye can develop even more abilities." "Many thanks, Grand Elder," Tien bowed deeply. Son Goku stepped forward. The Grand Elder placed his hand on his head, sensing the ki within him. A look of shock appeared on the Grand Elder's face. This child... there is a special power within him. Not the power of a Saiyan, but... the aura of a god. Kashu felt a stir in his heart. The divine ki within Son Goku had been growing slowly, and now the Grand Elder had sensed it.

"Can you unlock his potential?" Kashu asked. "I can." The Grand Elder closed his eyes, pouring more energy into Son Goku. Son Goku's golden aura erupted automatically, his hair flickering between black and gold. "Ahhh—" Son Goku growled, his ki pouring out like a volcanic eruption. His combat power surged from three million to six million, then ten million, fifteen million, twenty million... finally stopping at twenty-five million. "I can only unlock it to this point," the Grand Elder panted. "His divine ki is not something I can touch; it belongs to a higher realm." Son Goku opened his eyes, feeling his body brimming with power. "Grand Elder, I feel at least five times stronger!" "More than five times," the Grand Elder said. "Your ki is purer than before. Use this power well." Piccolo stepped forward. The Grand Elder looked at him, his eyes filled with affection. "Child, the blood of the Namekians flows through you. You are a branch of my people; though you were blinded by hatred for many years, your essence is kind."

Piccolo did not speak, merely lowering his head. The Grand Elder placed his hand on Piccolo's head. Piccolo felt the demonic power within him and his Namekian bloodline begin to merge, a brand-new strength surging from within. His combat power soared from two million to five million, the power of his Special Beam Cannon increased threefold, and he gained the Namekian ability to regenerate—severed limbs could now regrow instantly. "The demonic energy within you is still heavy, but do not fear it. Demonic energy is also a form of power; the key lies in how you use it," the Grand Elder said. Piccolo looked up, a flash of gratitude in his eyes. "Thank you."

Finally, it was Kashu's turn. "Child, it is your turn." The Grand Elder looked at Kashu. Kashu stepped forward and knelt on one knee, allowing the Grand Elder to reach his head. The moment the Grand Elder's hand touched the top of Kashu's head, his expression changed. He felt a power within Kashu so vast it terrified him—it was not ordinary ki, but a power that transcended the Realm of Gods, carrying the dual attributes of destruction and creation. "This is... the Legendary Super Saiyan Bloodline?" the Grand Elder's voice trembled. "The legendary Super Saiyan God?" "You know of it?" Kashu was somewhat surprised. "It is recorded in the ancient texts of Namek," the Grand Elder said. "The Legendary Super Saiyan Bloodline is the oldest and rarest among the Saiyans. Its possessor can transcend the Realm of Gods, reaching a level beyond the God of Destruction, and even beyond the Angels. But this bloodline is extremely difficult to awaken; it requires the tempering of countless life-and-death battles." The Grand Elder attempted to channel energy into Kashu to unlock his potential. But the moment that energy entered Kashu's body, it was swallowed by the Legendary Super Saiyan Bloodline. "It is no use," the Grand Elder withdrew his hand, panting heavily. "Your potential is too great; my power cannot unlock it. The Legendary Super Saiyan Bloodline rejects external force; it can only be awakened by yourself." "It is fine," Kashu stood up. "I am used to it." The Grand Elder looked at Kashu, his eyes full of admiration. "Child, you are the most unique life form I have ever seen. Not because you are the strongest, but because of your heart. Your power is for protection, not for destruction. This is the true condition for the awakening of the Legendary Super Saiyan Bloodline—a heart that protects." Kashu bowed slightly. "Thank you for your guidance, Grand Elder."