Akira Toriyama Dragon Ball continues to strengthen Goku and reinforce why he is one of the greatest shonen anime heroes of all time. Goku is infinitely empathetic, incredibly powerful, and someone who truly relishes the opportunity to be challenged to battle and meet his equal. Goku has found tremendous success with deadly energy attacks and intimidating transformations, but it’s important to remember that the Power Pole was one of his most advantageous tools during his career. Dragon Ballcreation.
The Power Pole is a strong, sturdy pole that can extend to impossible lengths. The Power Pole was practically inseparable from Goku in the original. Dragon Ballonly to disappear for decades as the hero’s priorities shifted to other fighting styles. Fortunately, the Power Pole returned to Goku in Dragon Ball DAIMA and he’s just as skilled with it. There are sure to be some big Power Pole battles ahead Dragon Ballthe future of Russia, which also means it’s a great time to reflect on its biggest battles Dragon Ball history.
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10 Goku’s Electric Pole helps him topple the competition against the giant Dr. Wheelo
Dragon Ball Z, Movie 2, “The World’s Strongest”
Goku’s Power Pole is barely in play during Dragon Ball Z. The Saiyan’s superior strength and techniques obviously give him more useful options when it comes to dominating in combat. Dragon Ball Z: World’s Strongestthe second film of the anime, is the last time Goku actively uses the Power Pole in combat. Dr. Wheelo is a brilliant scientist whose body was destroyed, leaving his brain operating from a giant mecha. Dr. Wheelo is eager to find Earth’s strongest fighter so he can steal his body and make it the permanent home of his displaced brain. Goku’s Kaio-Ken attack is clearly visible in The strongest in the world as he faces off against Dr. Wheelo’s resilient bio-warriors. Gohan is actually the one who brings the Power Pole to Dr. Wheelo’s Fortress.
He doesn’t use it himself, but it is returned to Goku just in time so he can use it to even the scales against his giant robot opposition. Goku takes advantage of the durability and extendable nature of the Power Pole to be able to knock Dr. Wheelo’s feet out from under him. This attack isn’t the deciding factor in the battle, but it’s still a clever application of the Power Pole and it’s nice to see the weapon featured here. Oddly enough, Dr. Wheelo is actually the first Dragon Ball character who will ever be killed by Goku’s popular Spirit Bomb attack. It has become a common trend in Dragon Ball Zthe films.
9 Melee combat is not an option against the Magic Carrot Monster
Dragon Ball, Episode 9, “Boss Rabbit’s Magic Touch”
The original Dragon Ball is still very much indebted to the roots of Akira Toriyama’s gag series when introducing the Emperor Pilaf saga. Goku encounters some truly confusing obstacles, some of which feel like they’re not even from the same franchise. Monster Carrot is an overwhelming anomaly in that it is a giant anthropomorphic rabbit that has the power to turn anyone it touches into carrots. This magical ability has isolated Monster Carrot with devoted minions – his Rabbit Mob – who help him throw his weight around and terrorize communities to get what he wants.
Goku watches Monster Carrot turn Bulma into a carrot and knows that any conventional hand-to-hand combat is likely to result in a similar fate. In this scenario, Goku’s Power Pole is the perfect tool, since it allows him to keep his distance from this strange enemy and attack it from afar. Monster Carrot isn’t particularly strong, so this battle doesn’t last very long, but it’s still one of the early highlights of Dragon BallThe first batch of episodes. Additionally, Goku uses the Power Pole’s incredible malleability to block Monster Carrot and his Rabbit Mob on the moon so they can’t cause any more trouble.
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8 Goku’s Electric Pole helps him in a weapons-based battle against Garlic Jr.’s Nicky and Ginger.
Dragon Ball Z, Movie 1, “Dead Zone”
Dead zone East Dragon Ball Zis the first feature film of and it actually takes place shortly before the anime’s inaugural episode. This transition period between Dragon Ball And Dragon Ball Z do Dead zone the perfect opportunity to give the Power Pole a little more love before it’s gradually removed from the franchise’s narrative. Goku and Piccolo do the heavy lifting Dead zone and they face Garlic Jr.’s top demonic lackeys, Sansho, Nicky and Ginger, before facing the full weight of Garlic Jr.’s force.
Piccolo takes care of Sansho, which means Goku can engage in an exciting two-on-one fight against Nicky and Ginger. These demons are strong and scary, but they are also very good with weapons. They attack Goku with intimidating swords, which he is able to confidently counter with his Power Pole. There’s some truly impressive fight choreography here as Goku attacks from the front and behind where he has no margin for error. Nicky and Ginger aren’t necessarily the most memorable Dragon Ball bad guys, but there’s still a lot to enjoy in this close-quarters clash of arms.
Dragon Ball, Episode 36, “Major Metallitron”
Goku’s Power Pole becomes an incredibly reliable tool during his numerous assaults against the Red Ribbon Army’s best soldiers. Goku has already been properly tested against fierce soldiers, assassins, and ninjas, but Major Metallitron is a whole new level of threat that introduces androids into the mix. Major Metallitron stands out because he is the first true villain to take the full brunt of Goku’s power and continue to fight. Goku is surprised when a direct hit from his Kamehameha rips Major Metallitron’s head off, but the intrepid soldier is not slowed down at all. Major Metallitron shows off his robotic infrastructure by launching missiles from his mouth and firing his fists like cannons.
Above all, Major Metallitron threatens Goku as a gigantic adversary. Goku even headbutts Major Metallitron in the chest without making the enemy much more uncomfortable. Goku’s Power Pole doesn’t play a crucial role in this battle, but it is properly implemented when Goku uses it to strike back against one of Major Metallitron’s giant fists. The Power Pole impales Metallitron’s fist and causes it to explode, which at least gives Goku some form of advantage here. In the end, Goku is incredibly lucky that Major Metallitron’s batteries are exhausted and the Terminator-like threat stops.
6 Goku’s Power Pole Becomes a Vital Asset When Demon King Piccolo Injures His Limbs
Dragon Ball, Episode 121, “The Greatest Crisis”
The powerful opponents that Goku does not miss Dragon Ballbut Demon King Piccolo is an important turning point for the franchise that introduces a frightening new status quo. Demon King Piccolo isn’t just a corrupt soldier or deadly martial artist. He is a true monster with powers far beyond anything Goku has ever known. In fact, Goku almost perishes against King Piccolo during their first clash and he would have been hopeless during their rematch without the essential Ultra Divine Water, which helps him unlock his potential. Goku and Tien take on King Piccolo as a team, but the fearsome foe still holds the advantage. King Piccolo increases his size and blasts Goku with his powerful eye lasers. This leaves Goku with a serious knee injury, which limits his movement and makes him an easier target.
Goku uses his Power Pole to overcome this disadvantage so his extension powers can propel him towards King Piccolo’s face, where he can attack with the working leg. It essentially becomes an overpowered crutch. King Piccolo quickly recognizes the value of Goku’s Power Pole and targets the weapon with his energy attacks so that Goku loses this advantage. Goku eventually learns to optimize the parts of his body that work so that he can take down King Piccolo, once and for all, but he would never have this opportunity without the help of his Power Pole.
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5 Goku uses his electric pole to defend against the fierce conditions of Annin and the Eight Divisions Furnace
Dragon Ball, Episode 153, “The End, The Beginning”
The original Dragon Ball actually makes a rather creative decision to conclude with a series of filler episodes that help celebrate Goku and Chi-Chi’s teamwork before the anime moves on to their joyous nuptials. Goku and Chi-Chi head to the Furnace of Eight Divisions, an elusive realm that acts as a gateway to the Otherworld and uses intense flames to ostensibly prevent Demons from moving freely toward Earth. Goku wants to temporarily extinguish these flames so that Ox-King’s Fire Mountain becomes more hospitable and Chi-Chi’s wedding dress does not catch fire. Goku faces opposition from Annin, the immortal guardian of the Furnace of Eight Divisions. Annin attacks Goku with his sword-like headgear and is very skilled with a guandao blade.
Goku’s Power Pole is essential to defend him against Annin’s attacks. Additionally, Annin can increase her size to dramatic proportions and she attempts to crush Goku and end this nuisance. Once again, Goku’s Power Pole proves crucial to his success during his fight, as it allows him to easily navigate through the rugged terrain of the Fire Kingdom and quickly avoid Annin’s attacks. The Bansho Fan is another useful tool during this encounter, but Goku would probably be a burnt ash without his Power Pole.
4 Gomah Police Get a Taste of Goku’s Power Pole Skills
Dragon Ball DAIMA, Episode 4, “Chat”
Dragon Ball DAIMAthe latest installment in the franchise, focused heavily on bringing Goku’s Power Pole out of retirement. The return of the Power Pole is certainly a satisfying burst of nostalgia, but ALWAYS introduces a practical reason to bring back Goku’s iconic weapon. A predatory Dragon Ball wish from Supreme Demon King Gomah transforms Goku – and most Dragon Ballthe heroes – as children. There’s a bit of a learning curve for Goku when it comes to his new body, not to mention how it functions in the Demon Realm. Goku laments the shorter reach of his limbs and considers the Power Pole a satisfactory solution to this new problem.
Goku finally puts this weapon into practice when he courageously opposes the Gendarmerie, the police of Gomah who steal the life energy of innocent demons. The Gendarmerie is made up of generic soldiers and far from the strongest opponents Goku has faced. However, Dragon Ball DAIMAThe stunning visuals and top-notch animation help this Power Pole showcase excel. This fight combines grounded martial arts with well-paced free-for-all combat that gives Goku the opportunity to dominate many enemies at once and in rapid succession over one another. It’s a promising glimpse of what’s to come in Goku’s future. Dragon Ball DAIMA fights.
3 Goku gives his electric pole a proper workout against Ninja Murasaki and his brothers
Dragon Ball Episode 37 and 38, “Ninja Murasaki is Coming!” & “Five Murasakis”
Goku deserves a lot of credit for how he confidently storms Red Ribbon’s Mucle Tower, undeterred by the challenges that await him inside. Ninja Murasaki is supposed to be one of the Red Ribbon Army’s best recruits, but he is reduced to one-note during his battle against Goku. Goku’s Power Pole app exploded during this ninja assault. For one, Goku plants his Power Pole into the ground after Ninja Murasaki performs an aerial attack, causing him to fall on the weapon during his descent and become completely humiliated.
Ninja Murasaki intensifies this attack when he calls upon his four ninja brothers, all of whom specialize in various weapons. Goku’s Power Pole is once again essential here. He uses his reliable weapon to break Ninja Murasaki’s sword and it is also useful against the siblings’ various attacks. Military weapons will never measure up to the seemingly indestructible nature of the Power Pole.
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2 A reinvigorated Goku uses his electric pole to destroy Mercenary Tao’s sword during their rematch
Dragon Ball, Episode 63, “The Return of Goku”
The Red Ribbon Army, in general, is made up of terrifying villains who wield a lot of power. However, Mercenary Tao is an even scarier threat due to his raw strength, powerful energy attacks, and the fact that he has no problem killing anyone who gets in his way. Tao’s Dodon Ray almost kills Goku during their first encounter. Goku returns, stronger than ever thanks to Korin’s training, and he is determined to get his revenge. Tao is shocked to see how much Goku’s strength has increased in such a short time. The two attacks trade evenly as Tao is put more and more on the defensive.
Upa gives Goku his Power Pole, which destroys Tao’s Blade when the two weapons clash. This confuses Tao and makes him even more frantic when it comes to his goal of acquiring Korin’s “sacred water” and becoming stronger. This revenge seemingly leads to Tao’s death – although it is later revealed that his slaughtered body is resurrected in the form of a cyborg – when Goku returns one of Tao’s grenades to him. There’s a lot to process in this fight and it’s a nice encapsulation of Goku’s growing skills as a martial artist and hero.
1 Goku excels in his tambourine fight thanks to the propulsion properties of the electric pole
Dragon Ball, Episode 108, “Goku’s Revenge”
Demon King Piccolo is enough of a threat on his own, but he also gives birth to a handful of dark demonic retainers who act as his personal assassins. Goku helps eliminate all of King Piccolo’s offspring, but he particularly holds a grudge against Tambourine, who is responsible for killing Krillin and destroying his Flying Nimbus. Goku is generally level-headed, even when facing true evil, which makes it all the more intense that he displays such palpable rage during his final fight against Tambourine.
Goku’s power overshadows Tambourine, who attempts to fly away and flee. Goku no longer has his Flying Nimbus to make plane travel easier. However, he turns to his Power Pole to propel him through the air until he is level with the Tambourine, at which point he incinerates him with a Kamehameha. Without the Power Pole, Tambourine could have escaped and formulated a stronger strategy with the help of King Piccolo. It’s a truly inspired use of this weapon that leads to such a cathartic conclusion.
Dragon Ball
Dragon Ball tells the story of a young warrior named Son Goku, a peculiar young boy with a tail who embarks on a quest to become stronger and learns of the Dragon Balls, when once the 7 reunite , grants any wish of choice.
- Created by
- Akira Toriyama
- First film
- Dragon Ball: Curse of the Blood Ruby
- Latest movie
- Dragon Ball Super: Super Heroes
- First TV show
- Dragon Ball
- Latest TV show
- Dragon Ball DAIMA
- First episode broadcast date
- April 26, 1989
- Cast
- Sean Schemmel, Laura Bailey, Brian Drummond, Christopher Sabat, Scott McNeil