Trunks

Biodata

Feature	Information
Name	Trunks
Original Name	特兰克斯
Species/Race	Saiyan
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Earth’s defenders; ally of Chen Hao
Status	Alive
First Appearance	Chapter 3

Background / History

Trunks is a time traveler from the future and Vegeta’s son. During Cell’s attempt to absorb Android 18, he recognizes the danger immediately and argues with Vegeta, who deliberately allows Cell’s evolution in pursuit of a stronger opponent. Vegeta dismisses his warning and threatens to stop him from intervening. 4

After Chen Hao saves Android 18 and overwhelms Cell, Trunks introduces himself to Chen Hao as a future time traveler. He is startled that Chen Hao already knows his identity and becomes concerned that Cell may eventually achieve his Perfect Form. 8

When Cell attacks the injured Vegeta with his draining tail, Trunks transforms into a Super Saiyan and attacks in an attempt to save his father. Cell easily defeats him, then absorbs Vegeta’s energy. 11 12

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Super Saiyan	11	Transforms in rage after Cell begins draining Vegeta’s energy, immediately attacking to protect his father. 11

Personality

Trunks is protective of Vegeta despite his father’s harsh treatment. He repeatedly tries to prevent Vegeta from making reckless decisions and rushes to his aid after Chen Hao injures him. 4 10

Vegeta’s absorption leaves him devastated and furious. He initially attempts to pursue Cell recklessly, asks Chen Hao to train him for revenge, and swears to avenge his father. 13 14 After Piccolo’s counsel, he regains enough composure to consider their next steps rather than surrendering to grief. 16

He treats Chen Hao with consistent respect and gratitude, acting as a mediator during Chen Hao’s conflicts with Vegeta and later affirming their alliance. 10 28

Abilities & Skills

Super Saiyan Transformation

Trunks can transform into a Super Saiyan, gaining a golden aura and increased combat power. 11

• Activated while trying to rescue Vegeta from Cell’s energy-draining tail. 11
• His Super Saiyan attack is blocked effortlessly by Cell after Cell has begun absorbing Vegeta. 12
• He cannot follow the movements of Goku and Cell during their high-speed battle. 22

Flight and Ki Use

Trunks can fly and fight using ki.

• Attempts to chase Cell after Vegeta’s absorption, but Krillin restrains him. 13
• Travels with Piccolo and the others during the conflict with Perfect Cell. 30 32

Swordsmanship

Trunks carries a sword at his waist and is seen gripping its hilt during moments of danger. 8 15 27

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Sword — carried at his waist and repeatedly kept ready during combat situations. 8 15
• Cloak — worn during his introduction to Chen Hao. 8

Relationships

• Vegeta — father. Trunks is deeply concerned for him, tries to prevent his reckless choices, and vows revenge after Cell absorbs him. 4 11 14
• Chen Hao — powerful ally whom Trunks addresses respectfully. He seeks Chen Hao’s help against Cell and later thanks him for his intervention. 8 13 28
• Piccolo — adviser and ally. Piccolo helps Trunks regain composure after Vegeta’s death and encourages him to think clearly. 16
• Krillin — ally who restrains Trunks from pursuing Cell in a rage. 13
• Android 18 — initially one of the people Trunks seeks to protect from Cell; later an ally within Chen Hao’s group. 4 13
• Cell — enemy responsible for defeating Trunks and absorbing Vegeta’s power. 12

Story Role / Major Arcs

Cell’s Pursuit of Android 18

Trunks recognizes that Cell must not absorb Android 18 and unsuccessfully tries to persuade Vegeta to intervene. 4 He witnesses Chen Hao’s arrival, Cell’s retreat, and Chen Hao’s overwhelming superiority over Vegeta. 6 9 10

Vegeta’s Absorption

When Cell attacks Vegeta, Trunks transforms into a Super Saiyan to protect him. He is defeated and left injured, then watches Cell absorb Vegeta. 11 12 Grief-stricken, he nearly pursues Cell alone before being stopped by Krillin and Chen Hao. 13

Alliance Against Perfect Cell

Trunks remains with Piccolo and the others while Cell returns stronger. He observes Goku’s battle with Cell and realizes that he cannot track their speed. 22 He later witnesses Chen Hao suppress Cell without transforming and expresses gratitude after Cell retreats. 27 28

After Cell’s Defeat

After Chen Hao destroys Perfect Cell, Trunks is assigned to take the injured Android 17 to Kami’s Lookout. 32 He later promises to settle a one-billion-Zeni debt with Chen Hao and personally delivers twenty billion yen in West City, where he also proposes a possible business partnership with Capsule Corporation. 38 39

Trivia

• Trunks is identified by Chen Hao as Future Trunks before he explains his own identity. 8
• He is unable to understand Chen Hao’s origins, noting that Chen Hao’s Saiyan bloodline feels familiar despite being unknown to both Trunks and Vegeta. 15
• He wears a dark blue business suit when delivering Chen Hao’s payment in West City. 39