Ch. 261Final Chapter
Summary: Final Chapter (Dragon Ball Fanfiction)
Author's Notes (Prefacing Chapter)
- Author defensively addresses fan complaints: Gogeta was weak because Goku (early SS2) and Vegeta (full-power SS1) fused — perfectly logical.
- Clarifies Gotenks went SS1 first, eventually breaking through to SS3 after training in the original canon. Harsh language used ("fly up to heaven").
Key Plot Points
- Gohan asks Shenron to restore Eliza's destroyed home planet, but Shenron reveals the planet was destroyed long ago and all its souls have already reincarnated — restoration is impossible.
- With his remaining wish, Gohan requests the coordinates of Broly, a Saiyan he seems to know about.
- Shenron grants the wish and departs; Gohan intercepts the fleeing Four-Star Dragon Ball and returns it to Goku.
- Gohan abruptly announces he's leaving Earth for another planet and teleports away with Eliza aboard his spaceship before anyone can question him.
- Nappa returns from his long training, now a Super Saiyan, bearing numerous scars from brutal battles.
- Nappa recounts hearing the name "Broly" in his youth, noting Broly was exiled to a remote, barren planet and — critically — that the transport order was signed by King Vegeta.
- Gohan explains to Eliza that Broly is exceptionally powerful — capable of "easily slaughtering" current Cell — and reveals (flippantly) a dream about Broly defeating him. (Canonical backstory alluded to: Broly is a mutant born with a power level of 10,000, making him a terrifying prodigy.)
Character Developments
- Son Gohan: Now in a leadership/decision-making role, taking initiative and leaving Earth to confront a greater threat. His insecurity and drive for power are revealed — he feels pressured by Broly's monstrous talent.
- Nappa: A significant upgrade from earlier appearances — a scarred, battle-hardened Super Saiyan returning as a legitimate warrior.
- Vegeta: Shown confused and unsettled; his father's hidden role in Broly's exile suggests a buried family secret he's now desperate to uncover.
- Eliza: Experiences the crushing closure of knowing her people and planet are unrecoverable; joins Gohan out of circumstance.
- Goku: His usual obliviousness continues; he's left fearing Chi-Chi's wrath over Gohan's sudden departure.
Significant Themes
- Letting go of the past: Eliza's world cannot be restored — the dead have moved on, and so must she.
- Sins of the father: King Vegeta's mysterious decision to exile Broly hints at fear or a dark secret passed down.
- The unending pursuit of strength: Gohan deliberately seeks Broly despite knowing his power, positioning himself on the threshold of another war.
- Untapped threats beyond Earth: The galaxy holds dangers far greater than Cell.
Character Interactions
- Shenron & Gohan/Eliza: Shenron is almost bureaucratic and dismissive; yet another wish fails to bring a happy ending.
- Goku & Vegeta: A rare moment of mutual ignorance; Vegeta grows more frustrated as "Broly" triggers a half-memory.
- Vegeta & Nappa: Their reunion reflects their changed dynamic — Vegeta seeks information; Nappa returns as a near-equal.
- Goku & Gohan: Barely any exchange; Gohan tosses the heirloom dragon ball back and leaves without explanation, underscoring his independence.
- Gohan & Eliza: Casual, slightly teasing dynamic; Gohan's "dream" excuse is met with obvious disbelief.