Super Android Legion

Cell's evolution triggered a chain reaction. Kashu decided to share the base's technology with everyone to forge a true legion of Super Androids. "Not everyone has to become an android," Kashu said at the general meeting, "but everyone can enhance their combat power through technology." He showcased several reinforcement plans:

Plan One: Energy Reactor Implantation. Suitable for ordinary human fighters like Krillin and Yamcha. After implanting a micro-energy reactor, their combat power could rise to the Super Saiyan level while granting them infinite stamina. Plan Two: Genetic Recombination. Suitable for Saiyan warriors like Goku, Vegeta, and Gohan. By adjusting gene expression, they could tap into their latent potential, allowing them to break through to Super Saiyan 3 or even 4 with greater ease. Plan Three: Mechanical Modification. Suitable for those willing to undergo augmentation, such as Tien Shinhan and Chiaotzu. By replacing parts of their bodies with machinery and integrating alien technology, they could gain special abilities. Plan Four: Biological Evolution. Suitable for bio-warriors like Cell, using environmental stimuli to promote cellular evolution and break through 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 as well. "I'm already like this anyway, might as well give it a try." Tien Shinhan and Chiaotzu chose mechanical modification. Tien Shinhan hoped to modify his arms to raise the power of his Tri-Beam to new heights; Chiaotzu hoped to modify his brain to enhance the output of his psychic powers. Goku, Vegeta, and Gohan chose genetic recombination. They wanted to grow stronger through their own power, but they were not opposed to the help of scientific methods. Android 16, 17, and 18 were already Super Androids and did not need additional modification. However, they agreed to serve as instructors to help the others adapt to their new bodies. Cell was in charge of biological evolution research. He wanted to summarize his own evolutionary experience into a systematic method for others to reference. Piccolo chose not to participate in any modifications. He wanted to maintain the purity of his Namekian heritage, but his meditation techniques were adopted by Kashu and became a mandatory course for everyone.

The modification work lasted for a month. Krillin was the first to complete his. A micro-energy reactor, about the size of a marble, was implanted in his chest, yet its energy output was staggering. The reactor was directly connected to his nervous system, allowing him to control energy output just as he would his own limbs. After the modification, Krillin's combat power soared to hundreds of times its original level. For the first time, he transformed into a Super Saiyan state—though it was only the most basic stage, it was already a miracle for a pure Earthling.

"I... I can turn into a Super Saiyan?" Krillin looked at his golden hair in disbelief. "Not a true Super Saiyan," Kashu explained, "it's a form simulated by the energy reactor. But the effect is the same." Krillin tested his strength, shattering a test alloy plate with a single punch. The strength of that alloy plate was enough to withstand the bombardment of a battleship's main cannon. "Too strong..." Krillin muttered to himself. Yamcha also completed his modification. His energy reactor was slightly larger than Krillin's because his body was sturdier. His combat power increase was slightly lower than Krillin's, but he still reached the threshold of a Super Saiyan. The mechanical modifications for Tien Shinhan and Chiaotzu were more complex. Tien Shinhan's arms were replaced with high-strength alloy limbs with energy amplification devices embedded inside. The power of his Tri-Beam increased tenfold and no longer consumed his own Ki.

Chiaotzu's brain modification allowed him to control his psychic powers with greater precision. He could lift objects weighing dozens of tons simultaneously or attack an enemy's nervous system directly with his powers. The genetic recombination for Goku, Vegeta, and Gohan was the most delicate project. Kashu had found an ancient Saiyan gene map in alien ruins and, by comparing it with modern Saiyan genes, identified dozens of suppressed gene fragments. These fragments corresponded to various Saiyan potentials—the stability of Super Saiyan 3, the breakthrough of 4, and the possibilities of 5. "I need three days to activate these genes," Kashu told the three, "there will be some pain during the process because your bodies are rebuilding their cellular structures."

Goku was the first to lie on the operating table. "Let's do it!" Three days later, Goku stepped off the table, a changed man. His body was leaner, his muscle definition more fluid, and his movements lighter. With a casual punch, he tore through the air, creating a small sonic boom. "I can feel it... Super Saiyan 3 is right at my fingertips," Goku said excitedly, "that door used to be closed, but now it's open, and I just need to walk through." The results of Vegeta's modification were equally significant. His Super Saiyan 2 was more stable, and his Ki was more solid. 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 modification was the most successful. His Mystic form evolved directly to a higher level under the stimulation of genetic recombination, his power surging to the level of Super Saiyan 3 without needing to transform at all. "I can control this form now," Gohan said, "no meditation, no need to focus my mind; I can enter the Mystic form at any time." Cell watched everyone, feeling moved. A month ago, they were a scattered mess, beaten to a pulp by Cell alone. Now, they had become a true army. "Kashu," Cell said, "our team needs a name." Kashu thought for a moment. "Earth Guardians." The day after the team was established, Android 16 detected an abnormal energy fluctuation. "The source is in the Northern Galaxy, about three thousand light-years from Earth," 16 reported, "the intensity of the energy fluctuation is high and it is approaching Earth rapidly. At the current speed, it will arrive in about five days." Kashu looked at the energy trajectory on the holographic projection. "This is artificial energy fluctuation. Someone is piloting a spaceship, and at an extremely high speed. Could it be the remnants of the Frieza Force?" Gohan asked. "Frieza is already dead," Vegeta said, "killed by my father's own hands." "Frieza may be dead, but his organization still exists," Piccolo said, "his father, King Cold, is still alive, and he is even stronger than Frieza."

Kashu pondered for a moment. "Regardless of who it is, we must be prepared. This is a true cosmic-level threat, not an internal battle on Earth." For the next five days, everyone prepared for battle in a state of tension. Kashu deployed multi-layered defense systems around the base, from energy shields to spatial traps and automated attack turrets. Android 16 was responsible for monitoring energy fluctuations across Earth to prevent the enemy from launching scattered attacks. Android 17 and 18 patrolled outside Earth's atmosphere as the first line of defense. Their Super Android bodies could survive in space, and their combat power was unaffected by the environment. Cell and Gohan stood by on the ground to handle potential breakthroughs. Goku and Vegeta remained at the base as a final resort. Krillin, Yamcha, Tien Shinhan, and Chiaotzu were responsible for protecting the cities and the residents. Although their combat power was not as high as those on the front lines, they were more than enough to deal with ordinary enemies. On the fifth day, the energy fluctuation reached the edge of the solar system. Android 16 reported: "Target confirmed. A large spaceship, about ten kilometers in total length. There are dozens of small escort ships around the vessel. Based on energy signature analysis, it is the style of the Frieza Force." "As expected, Frieza's remnants," Vegeta sneered, "a bunch of clowns." "Do not underestimate them," Kashu said, "the Frieza Force has been able to run rampant in the universe for so many years; they must have their own capabilities. Everyone, take your battle positions!" The ship entered Earth's atmosphere. The massive hull blotted out the sun, casting West City into shadow. The newly rebuilt city fell into panic again; people fled in all directions, and screams echoed one after another. "Krillin, Yamcha, Tien Shinhan, Chiaotzu!" Kashu ordered over the communication channel, "Protect the civilians! Evacuate them to safe areas!" "Received!" The four acted quickly, using their psychic powers to transfer hundreds of civilians to underground shelters. The ship landed on the outskirts of West City, its massive landing gear crushing dozens of hectares of forest. The ship's hatch opened, and hundreds of soldiers poured out, holding energy weapons and lining up in neat phalanxes. Behind the soldiers walked a tall figure.

He was about three meters tall, with deep red skin, curved horns on his head, and heavy armor. His Ki was powerful and violent, surpassing Frieza's final form. "I am King Cold," he spoke, his voice as deep as thunder, "Frieza's father. I have come to avenge my son." "You Earth bugs killed my son. You must pay the price." He raised his hand, and an energy beam shot from his fingertip, striking a mountain in the distance. The peak was leveled, and the fire of the explosion turned half the sky red. "This is your fate," King Cold said, "total destruction." Kashu flew out from the base and landed in front of King Cold. "King Cold," Kashu said calmly, "your son's death was his own choice. He came to Earth wanting to destroy the life here, so we stopped him. If you make the same choice, the outcome will not be different." King Cold looked down at Kashu, a cruel smile appearing on his lips. "A little bug dares to threaten me? Do you know who I am? I am the Emperor of the Universe! My power is enough to destroy the galaxy!" "Then let me see," Kashu said, "just how strong your power is."

King Cold roared, and blood-red Ki erupted from his entire body. His body began to swell, muscles bulging, and his height grew to five meters. His form changed from something similar to Frieza's second form to his third, his power increasing several times over. "Die!" King Cold punched toward Kashu. Kashu did not dodge, raising his hand to catch the punch.

Fist and palm collided, creating a shockwave that blew all the surrounding soldiers away. A massive crater appeared in the ground, with cracks spreading in all directions. King Cold's pupils contracted sharply. "What?" "Is this your full power?" Kashu asked, a hint of disappointment in his tone, "It's far worse than I imagined." He flipped his wrist, swiping King Cold's fist aside, and then slapped his palm against King Cold's chest. King Cold was struck as if by lightning, flying backward, crashing through several escort ships, and finally embedding himself into the hull of the main ship. "Father!" A voice came from the ship.

A figure flew out from the ship and landed beside King Cold. It was a creature taller than Frieza, with silver-white skin and six horns on its head. His Ki was stronger and more violent than King Cold's. "I am Kurudo," he said, "Frieza's brother. You killed my brother, and now I will make you taste the same pain." Kashu looked at Kurudo, his brow furrowed. "Your Ki... is much stronger than King Cold's. But you were hiding your strength."

Kurudo sneered. "Good observation. But what you don't know is—I have always been looking for strong opponents. My brother Frieza was too weak, and my father is too weak. They only knew how to bully the weak and never pursued greater power. But I am different. I have been traveling the universe, challenging all kinds of strong fighters. My power..."

His Ki suddenly exploded. Blood-red Ki soared into the sky, blowing away all the clouds. The ground began to shake violently, and the buildings in the distant city collapsed under the energy impact. The air became scorching, and breathing became difficult. Kurudo's Ki climbed to a terrifying level in a short time—the level of Super Saiyan 2, or even higher. "This is my true power," Kurudo said, "how about it, Earth bug?" Kashu's expression became serious. "You are indeed stronger than Frieza. But it's not enough." "Not enough?" Kurudo laughed, "Then how about this?" His Ki continued to climb. This time it was not an explosion, but a qualitative change. Kurudo's body began to glow, his silver-white skin becoming translucent, revealing the energy flowing within. His muscles expanded to the limit, his height grew to eight meters, and the horns on his head became more slender. Beyond the third form, approaching the final form—but not the smooth form of Frieza, rather a more primitive, more violent form. Kurudo's Ki reached the level of Super Saiyan 3. Everyone's expression changed. "How is this possible?" Vegeta exclaimed, "How can the Frieza race reach this level?" "Because he is not an ordinary member of the Frieza race," Kashu said, "his genes have mutated. It could be the influence of cosmic rays, or perhaps modifications he performed himself." Kurudo grinned, his hands condensing a massive energy ball. "Taste this! Planet Destroyer Bomb!" The energy ball smashed toward Earth. Kashu used Instant Transmission, appearing in front of the energy ball, his hands pushing against it. The energy ball was dozens of times larger than him, and the energy contained within was enough to blow Earth into fragments. "Go... back!" Kashu exerted force, reflecting the energy ball. The ball flew toward Kurudo, who was startled and hurriedly dodged to the side. The energy ball flew into space and exploded far away from Earth, the light illuminating half the solar system.

"Your strength is not bad," Kurudo looked at Kashu, "but how many can you catch?" He began to fire energy balls continuously, one after another, as dense as raindrops. Kashu moved constantly in the air, slapping the energy balls away with his palms or deflecting them with an energy shield. But there were too many energy balls, and several broke through Kashu's defense, landing on Earth's surface. Explosions occurred in multiple cities simultaneously. Flames soared, thick smoke filled the air, and countless lives vanished in the blasts. Kashu's eyes turned red. Not the red of anger, but the red of sorrow. Tears welled up in his eyes, but they were evaporated by the high heat before they could fall. "Everyone," Kashu's voice sounded over the communication channel, hoarse and firm, "at all costs, stop Kurudo. He cannot be allowed to attack Earth again." Goku, Vegeta, Gohan, and Cell moved simultaneously, attacking Kurudo from different directions. The four of them had all reached the level of Super Saiyan 3, and their combined attack forced Kurudo to stop firing energy balls and switch to close-quarters combat.

"Well done!" Kurudo roared excitedly, taking on four opponents at once and not losing the upper hand. His speed was extremely fast, his power immense, and his defense incredibly strong. His body could take the punches and kicks of Goku and Vegeta head-on, and his tail could block the attacks of Gohan and Cell simultaneously. Although his combat technique was crude, his overwhelming physical attributes completely compensated for the lack of skill. "This guy... is even more troublesome than Cell!" Goku gritted his teeth. "He's not relying on technique, he's relying on instinct," Cell said, "his fighting style is more like a beast, every attack aimed straight for the vitals." Kashu joined the battle from the rear. His speed was faster than the others, his power stronger. He punched Kurudo in the back, and Kurudo groaned, his body leaning forward, nearly falling. "You finally made your move," Kurudo turned to face Kashu, "I've been waiting a long time." "You shouldn't have come to Earth," Kashu said. "But I am already here," Kurudo sneered, "and I will destroy this place." His Ki exploded again, this time reaching a new height. His body began to swell to ten meters, the silver on his skin turned gold, and his eyes turned blood-red. "Super Evolution Form!" Kurudo roared, "This is a realm I spent thirty years to reach!" His Ki was so strong that it made Goku and Vegeta feel suffocated. Cell and Gohan were pushed back dozens of meters by the shockwave.

Kashu remained where he was, unmoved. "Your Super Evolution Form is indeed very strong," Kashu said, "but it has a flaw." "What?" "Instability." Kashu moved. His speed was so fast that Kurudo's eyes couldn't keep up, punching him in the abdomen, then in the chin, and finally kicking him in the chest.

Kurudo's body deformed continuously under the successive attacks, cracks appearing on his golden skin, and blood-red energy leaking from the fissures. "No... impossible!" Kurudo screamed, "My Super Evolution Form is invincible!" "Nothing is invincible," Kashu said, "your body cannot withstand such massive energy. It is like an over-inflated balloon that will explode at any moment." The cracks on Kurudo grew larger, and the energy leakage became more severe. His body began to shrink, from ten meters down to eight, then to five. His Ki dropped from the Super Saiyan 3 level to the second, then to the level of an ordinary Super Saiyan. "No... don't..." Kurudo reached out in despair, wanting to grab onto something. But his body continued to collapse. His skin peeled off in chunks, revealing the muscles beneath; the muscles began to dissolve, revealing the bones; the bones became brittle and turned to dust in the air. A few minutes later, Kurudo had completely vanished. King Cold crawled out from the wreckage of the ship, seeing his son's end, his face turning deathly pale. He wanted to run, but Kashu had already appeared before him. "King Cold," Kashu said, "your son's death was his own choice. Your son was, and your son is." "Now, make your choice. Leave Earth with your army and never return. Or... the same as your son." King Cold looked into Kashu's eyes; those deep purple eyes held no killing intent, only calm. But it was precisely this calm that made King Cold feel fear—it wasn't that the boy had no killing intent, but that his intent had transcended the level of anger and hatred, reaching the height of "judgment." "I... I will go," King Cold said, trembling, "I will take my army and leave, never to set foot on Earth again." "Very well," Kashu said, "remember your promise. If you break it..." He didn't finish, but King Cold already understood his meaning. King Cold took his remaining troops and fled Earth in a sorry state. The battle was over. But the shadow of war had been deeply imprinted in everyone's hearts. Kashu looked at the devastated land, a painful light flashing in his eyes. He had saved this planet once. But he could not guarantee he could save it forever. "We need to become stronger," Kashu said, "much stronger than we are now." Everyone fell silent. They knew this was just the beginning. There were countless beings in the universe stronger than Kurudo. The Frieza race was just a small player; the real threat was yet to come. The Earth Guardians had a long and difficult road ahead. Three things for the new book! Please read, please add to library, please tip!