Coming off episodes where Gohan and Krillin powered up through the Grand Elder and Vegeta pursued his own agenda with the Dragon Balls, episode 28 introduces the Ginyu Force as the new apex threat, fundamentally reshaping the Namek conflict. This is a critical pivot point roughly a quarter through the series, transitioning from the scramble for Dragon Balls into a gauntlet of elite battles. It directly sets the stage for the intense Ginyu Force confrontations that will push Goku's arrival and eventual transformation into the spotlight.

Runtime23 min

Filler StatusCanon

Plot ImportanceMED

Air DateOct 18, 2009

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