Super Android Army

Cell's evolution had triggered a chain reaction. Kashu decided to share the base's technology with everyone and build a true Super Android army. "Not everyone has to become an Android," Kashu said at the meeting, "but everyone can use technology to improve their combat power." He presented several enhancement plans:

Plan One: Energy Reactor Implant. Suitable for ordinary human fighters like Krillin and Yamcha. After receiving a miniature energy reactor, their combat power could reach Super Saiyan levels, and they would have unlimited stamina. Plan Two: Genetic Recombination. Suitable for Saiyan fighters like Goku, Vegeta, and Gohan. By adjusting gene expression and unlocking their hidden potential, they could break through to Super Saiyan 3 or even 4 more easily. Plan Three: Mechanical Modification. Suitable for those willing to undergo alterations, like Tien Shinhan and Chiaotzu. Replacing parts of their bodies with machinery and integrating alien technology would grant them special abilities. Plan Four: Biological Evolution. Suitable for biological fighters like Cell. Environmental stimuli would promote cellular evolution and help them break through their limits. Krillin was the first to sign up. "I want the energy reactor! I don't want to hold everyone back anymore!" Yamcha hesitated for a moment before signing up too. "I'm already like this, so I might as well give it a try." Tien Shinhan and Chiaotzu chose mechanical modification. Tien Shinhan wanted his arms upgraded so the Tri-Beam could reach new heights of power; Chiaotzu wanted his brain modified to increase the output of his psychic abilities. Goku, Vegeta, and Gohan chose genetic recombination. They wanted to grow stronger through their own power, but they were open to help from science, too. Androids 16, 17, and 18 were already Super Androids, so they didn't need further modifications. However, they agreed to serve as instructors and help the others adjust to their new bodies. Cell took charge of biological evolution research. He wanted to turn his experience with evolution into a systematic method that others could learn from. Piccolo chose not to undergo any modifications. He wanted to preserve the purity of his Namekian heritage, but Kashu adopted his meditation techniques as mandatory training for everyone.

The modifications took a month. Krillin was the first to finish. A miniature energy reactor had been implanted in his chest, about the size of a marble, but its output was astonishing. The reactor was directly connected to his nervous system, allowing him to control its energy output as easily as moving his hands and feet. Krillin's combat power soared to hundreds of times its previous level. For the first time, he transformed into a Super Saiyan—albeit only the most basic form. For a pure Earthling, it was already a miracle.

"I... I can turn into a Super Saiyan?" Krillin stared at his golden hair in disbelief. "It's not a real Super Saiyan form," Kashu explained. "It's a form simulated by the energy reactor. But the effect is the same." Krillin tested his strength and punched through a test plate made of alloy. It was strong enough to withstand a battleship's main guns. "This is incredible..." Krillin murmured. Yamcha finished his modifications too. His energy reactor was a little larger than Krillin's because he was more physically robust. His combat power increased by slightly less than Krillin's, but he still reached the threshold of a Super Saiyan. Tien Shinhan and Chiaotzu's mechanical modifications were more complex. Tien Shinhan's arms had been replaced with high-strength alloy limbs, with energy amplifiers embedded inside. The power of his Tri-Beam had increased tenfold, and it no longer consumed his own ki.

The modifications to Chiaotzu's brain let him control his psychic abilities with greater precision. He could lift objects weighing dozens of tons at once or directly attack an enemy's nervous system with his powers. The genetic recombination for Goku, Vegeta, and Gohan was the most delicate operation. Kashu had found an ancient Saiyan genetic blueprint in an alien ruin. By comparing it with the genes of modern Saiyans, he had discovered dozens of suppressed gene fragments. These fragments corresponded to various Saiyan potentials: the stability of Super Saiyan 3, the breakthrough to Super Saiyan 4, and the possibility of Super Saiyan 5. "I need three days to activate these genes," Kashu told them. "It'll hurt a little. Your bodies will be rebuilding their cellular structures."

Goku was the first to lie down on the operating table. "Let's do it!" Three days later, Goku stepped off the table, transformed. His body was leaner, his muscles more streamlined, and his movements lighter. He casually threw a punch, and the air split with a small sonic boom. "I can feel it... Super Saiyan 3 is right at my fingertips," Goku said excitedly. "Before, that door was closed. Now it's open. I just have to walk through it." Vegeta's results were just as striking. His Super Saiyan Second Grade form was more stable, and his ki denser. He tried Super Saiyan 3; although he still couldn't maintain it for long, it no longer caused irreversible damage to his body. Gohan's modifications were the most successful. Stimulated by the genetic recombination, his Mystic Form evolved directly to a higher level. His power surged to Super Saiyan 3 levels, and he didn't even need to transform. "I can control this form now," Gohan said. "I don't need to meditate or concentrate. I can enter my Mystic Form whenever I want." Cell looked at everyone, moved. A little over a month ago, they had been scattered and helpless, utterly defeated by Cell alone. Now they had become a true army. "Kashu," Cell said, "our team needs a name." Kashu thought for a moment. "The Earth Guardians."

The day after the team was formed, Android 16 detected an unusual energy fluctuation. "It's coming from the North Galaxy, about three thousand light-years from Earth," Android 16 reported. "The energy is powerful, and it's approaching Earth rapidly. At its current speed, it will arrive in about five days." Kashu looked at the energy trajectory on the holographic projection. "This is an artificial energy signature. Someone's piloting a spaceship, and it's moving extremely fast. Could it be remnants of Frieza's forces?" Gohan asked. "Frieza is dead," Vegeta said. "My father killed him with his own hands." "Frieza may be dead, but his organization is still around," Piccolo said. "His father, King Cold, is still alive, and he's even stronger than Frieza."

Kashu fell silent for a moment. "Whoever it is, we have to prepare. This is a genuine threat from outer space, not a battle within Earth's borders." Over the next five days, everyone prepared for battle. Kashu set up multiple layers of defenses around the base, from energy shields and spatial traps to automated gun turrets. Android 16 monitored energy fluctuations around the world to prevent the enemy from launching attacks in different locations. Androids 17 and 18 patrolled beyond Earth's atmosphere, serving as the first line of defense. Their Super Android bodies could survive in space, and their combat power wasn't affected by the environment. Cell and Gohan stood by on Earth's surface, ready to respond to any breach. Goku and Vegeta waited at the base as a last resort. Krillin, Yamcha, Tien Shinhan, and Chiaotzu were tasked with protecting the cities and their residents. Their combat power wasn't on par with the front-line fighters, but it was more than enough to handle ordinary enemies. On the fifth day, the energy fluctuation reached the edge of the solar system. Android 16 reported, "Target confirmed. One large spaceship, approximately ten kilometers long, accompanied by dozens of small escort ships. Based on the energy signature, it appears to be Frieza Force." "So it really is Frieza's remnants," Vegeta sneered. "A bunch of clowns." "Don't underestimate them," Kashu said. "The Frieza Force has ruled the universe for many years. They must have something going for them. Everyone, take your battle positions!"

The spaceship entered Earth's atmosphere. Its enormous hull blotted out the sky, casting West City into shadow. The city, only recently rebuilt, descended into panic once more. People fled in every direction, their screams rising all around them. "Krillin, Yamcha, Tien Shinhan, Chiaotzu!" Kashu ordered over the comms. "Protect the civilians! Evacuate them to a safe area!" "Understood!" The four sprang into action, using their powers to move hundreds of civilians to underground shelters. The spaceship landed outside West City, its massive landing gear crushing dozens of hectares of forest. Its hatches opened, and hundreds of soldiers streamed out, carrying energy weapons and lining up in neat ranks. A towering figure emerged from behind them.

He stood about three meters tall, with dark red skin, curved horns, and heavy armor. His ki was powerful and violent, surpassing Frieza's final form. "I am King Cold," he announced, his voice rumbling like thunder. "Frieza's father. I've come to avenge my son." "You Earthlings killed my son. You will pay for it." He raised a hand, and a beam shot from his fingertip, striking a distant mountain. The blast sheared off its peak, and the explosion lit half the sky. "This is your fate," King Cold said. "Total annihilation." Kashu flew out from the base and landed in front of King Cold. "King Cold," he said calmly, "your son chose his own fate. He came to Earth intending to destroy all life here, so we stopped him. If you make the same choice, the outcome will be no different." King Cold looked down at Kashu, a cruel smile curling his lips. "A little bug dares threaten me? Do you know who I am? I'm the emperor of the universe! I have enough power to destroy a galaxy!" "Then show me," Kashu said, "how strong you really are."

King Cold roared, and blood-red ki erupted around him. His body began to swell, his muscles bulging as he grew to five meters tall. His form changed from one resembling Frieza's Second Form into a Third Form, and his power multiplied several times over. "Die!" King Cold bellowed, punching at Kashu. Kashu didn't dodge. He raised a hand and caught the blow.

Fist met palm, unleashing a shock wave that sent every nearby soldier flying. A huge crater appeared in the ground, cracks spreading in every direction. King Cold's pupils contracted. "What?" "Is that all you've got?" Kashu asked, a trace of disappointment in his voice. "You're far weaker than I expected." He twisted his wrist, deflected King Cold's fist, then struck him in the chest with his palm. King Cold was hit like a bolt of lightning. He flew backward, crashed through several escort ships, and finally sank into the hull of the main ship. "Father!" a voice called from inside the ship.

A figure flew out of the spaceship and landed beside King Cold. It was a creature larger than Frieza, with silver-white skin and six horns. His ki was stronger and more violent than King Cold's. "I am Kurudo," he said. "Frieza's older brother. You killed my younger brother. Now I'll make you suffer the same pain." Kashu eyed Kurudo, frowning slightly. "Your ki... It's much stronger than King Cold's. But you've been hiding your true strength."

Kurudo sneered. "Good observation. But what you don't know is that I've always been searching for powerful opponents. My younger brother Frieza was too weak, and so was my father. They only knew how to bully the weak; they never sought greater power. But I'm different. I've traveled the universe, challenging strong fighters everywhere. My power..."

His ki suddenly erupted. Blood-red energy blazed into the sky, dispersing every cloud overhead. The ground began to shake violently, and buildings in the distant city crumbled under the force. The air turned scorching hot, making it hard to breathe. Kurudo's ki surged to a terrifying level in a short time—Super Saiyan Second Grade, or even higher. "This is my true power," Kurudo said. "What do you think, Earthling bug?" Kashu's expression turned serious. "You're definitely stronger than Frieza. But it's still not enough." "Not enough?" Kurudo laughed. "Then how about this?" His ki continued to rise. This time, it wasn't just an outburst; it was a transformation. Kurudo's body began to glow. His silver-white skin turned translucent, revealing the energy flowing beneath it. His muscles swelled to their limit, he grew to eight meters tall, and the horns on his head became longer. He had surpassed his Third Form and approached his Final Form—but unlike Frieza's smooth, sleek shape, this was something more primal and ferocious. Kurudo's ki reached Super Saiyan 3 levels. Everyone's expression changed. "How is this possible?" Vegeta exclaimed. "How can someone from the Frieza Clan reach this level?" "Because he isn't an ordinary member of the Frieza Clan," Kashu said. "His genes have mutated. Maybe he was affected by cosmic radiation, or maybe he modified himself." Kurudo grinned, forming a giant energy ball between his hands. "Try this! Planet Destroyer Bomb!" The energy ball hurtled toward Earth. Kashu used Instant Transmission, appearing in front of it and bracing it with both hands. The ball was dozens of times larger than he was, and it contained enough energy to blow Earth to pieces. "Go... back!" Kashu strained and sent the energy ball flying back. Kurudo was startled and hurriedly dodged to the side. The energy ball flew into space and exploded far from Earth, its light illuminating half the solar system.

"You're pretty strong," Kurudo said, watching Kashu. "But how many times can you catch one?" He began firing energy balls one after another, a dense barrage. Kashu moved through the air, slapping the energy balls away or deflecting them with energy shields. But there were too many. Several broke through Kashu's defenses and struck the surface of Earth. Explosions erupted in multiple cities at once. Flames soared, smoke billowed, and countless lives vanished in the blasts. Kashu's eyes reddened. Not with anger, but with grief. Tears welled up, but before they could fall, the heat evaporated them. "Everyone," Kashu said over the comms, his voice hoarse but firm, "stop Kurudo at any cost. We can't let him attack Earth again." Goku, Vegeta, Gohan, and Cell attacked Kurudo from different directions at once. All four had reached Super Saiyan 3 levels of strength. Their combined assault forced Kurudo to stop firing energy balls and switch to close combat.

"Now we're talking!" Kurudo roared excitedly. He fought all four at once without falling behind. His speed was tremendous, his strength immense, his defenses nearly impenetrable. He took Goku and Vegeta's punches and kicks head-on, while his tail blocked attacks from Gohan and Cell at the same time. His fighting technique was crude, but his overwhelming physical abilities more than made up for it. "This guy... is even harder to deal with than Cell!" Goku gritted out. "He doesn't rely on technique. He fights on instinct," Cell said. "He fights more like a beast, and every attack goes straight for a vital point." Kashu joined the battle from behind. He was faster and stronger than the others. He punched Kurudo in the back. Kurudo grunted and pitched forward, nearly falling. "So you've finally joined in," Kurudo said, turning to face Kashu. "I've been waiting a long time." "You shouldn't have come to Earth," Kashu said. "But I'm here now," Kurudo sneered, "and I'm going to destroy this place." His ki erupted again, this time reaching a new level. His body swelled to ten meters. The silver of his skin turned gold, and his eyes turned blood-red. "Super-Evolved Form!" Kurudo roared. "It took me thirty years to reach this state!" His ki was so powerful that even Goku and Vegeta struggled to breathe. Cell and Gohan were pushed back dozens of meters by the wave of energy.

Kashu remained where he was, unmoved. "Your Super-Evolved Form is powerful," he said, "but it has a flaw." "What?" "It's unstable." Kashu moved. He was so fast that Kurudo's eyes couldn't follow him. One punch struck Kurudo in the stomach, another hit his chin, and then a kick slammed into his chest.

Kurudo's body warped under the consecutive blows. Cracks appeared in his golden skin, and blood-red energy leaked from them. "N-no... Impossible!" Kurudo cried. "My Super-Evolved Form is invincible!" "Nothing is invincible," Kashu said. "Your body can't withstand that much energy. It's like an overinflated balloon, ready to burst." Kurudo's cracks widened, and more and more energy poured out. His body began to shrink, from ten meters to eight, then to five. His ki fell from Super Saiyan 3 levels to Super Saiyan Second Grade, then down to ordinary Super Saiyan levels. "No... Don't..." Kurudo reached out desperately, trying to grasp at something. But his body continued to collapse. His skin fell away in chunks, revealing the muscles beneath. The muscles dissolved, exposing his bones. The bones grew brittle and crumbled to dust in the air. A few minutes later, Kurudo had vanished completely. King Cold crawled out from the wreckage of the spaceship. When he saw what had happened to his son, his face turned ashen. He tried to escape, but Kashu was already standing in front of him. "King Cold," Kashu said, "your son chose his own fate. Your son did, and so did you." "Now choose. Take your army and leave Earth. Never return. Or... end up like your son." King Cold met Kashu's gaze. There was no killing intent in those deep purple eyes, only calm. But that calm was what terrified King Cold. The boy before him wasn't without murderous intent; he had simply risen above anger and hatred, to the level of judgment. "I... I'll go," King Cold said, trembling. "I'll take my army and leave. I'll never set foot on Earth again." "Good," Kashu said. "Remember your promise. If you break it..." He left the threat unfinished, but King Cold understood. King Cold fled Earth with the remnants of his army. The battle was over, but the shadow of war had already been seared into everyone's hearts. Kashu looked at the devastated landscape, pain flashing in his eyes. He had saved the planet once, but he couldn't promise he would always be able to save it. "We need to become stronger," Kashu said, "much stronger than we are now." Everyone fell silent. They knew this was only the beginning. There were countless beings in the universe stronger than Kurudo. The Frieza Clan was only a minor player; the real threats were still to come. The Earth Guardians had a long road ahead. New book—three things! Please read, bookmark, and tip!