Dragon Ball

10 Best Episodes of Dragon Ball - Season 4

Long ago in the mountains, a fighting master known as Gohan discovered a strange boy whom he named Goku. Gohan raised him and trained Goku in martial arts until he died. The young and very strong boy was on his own, but easily managed. Then one day, Goku met a teenage girl named Bulma, whose search for the mystical Dragon Balls brought her to Goku's home. Together, they set off to find all seven and to grant her wish.

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Dragon Ball - S4E10

#15 - The Eternal Dragon Rises (Season 4 - Episode 10)

Goku flies back to Baba's place and takes Upa with all the dragonballs to the Land of Korin. Yamcha wants to train with Roshi who doesn't feel up to it but Bulma changes his mind. Goku and Upa have fun on their journey. Goku summons the eternal dragon and with a pluck of his courage, Upa wishes his father be resurrected. The dragon grants the wish and Bora rises from his grave. Upa delightfully embraces his father and the dragon vanishes into the seven balls. Before they can scatter Goku grabs the four star ball already turning to stone. Goku bids Bora and Upa farewell and heads back to Baba's place. Roshi says that he has nothing more to teach Goku. Goku walks without any use of the Nimbus cloud ready for training and adventure.

The episode was rated 7.96 from 124 votes.

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#14 - Victory's Edge (Season 4 - Episode 30)

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Battered, bruised, and on the brink of destruction, Goku finds himself at the mercy of Tien Shinhan, as the final match in the World Martial Arts Tournament continues. No one has witnessed combat like this! Who will win the ultimate battle? Watch and find out!

The episode was rated 7.98 from 105 votes.

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#13 - Goku vs. Krillin (Season 4 - Episode 27)

goku fights Krillin.

The episode was rated 8.01 from 102 votes.

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#12 - Tail's Tale (Season 4 - Episode 28)

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The fight between Goku and Krillin heats up as the World Martial Arts Tournament continues. What began as friendly combat turns to all-out war after Krillin pulls a sneaky stunt behind Goku's back. Tempers flare, the battle turns fierce, and a once strong friendship all but disappears. Be prepared! The outcome of this match will knock you off your feet!

The episode was rated 8.01 from 101 votes.

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#11 - Goku Enters The Ring (Season 4 - Episode 24)

Goku finally gets to step into the ring and begin his match, where he finds a world-renowned fighter and action star waiting for him. This star has come to the tournament to claim the only title he's never won, Master of Martial Arts, making this determined fight to the end.

The episode was rated 8.03 from 111 votes.

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#10 - Final Match: Goku vs. Tien Shinhan (Season 4 - Episode 29)

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The final match in the 22nd World Martial Arts Tournament is about to begin! Goku faces Tien Shinhan in a climactic battle to see who will become the next Master of Martial Arts! However, if Tien has his way, this will be Goku's final match, period!

The episode was rated 8.05 from 103 votes.

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#9 - Rivals and Arrivals (Season 4 - Episode 16)

As Master Roshi and the rest of the gang head for the World Martial Arts Tournament, one member is noticeably absent: Goku! After three years of training, his mysterious disappearance is baffling, but if he doesn't reach the sign-in booth on time, he won't get to compete!

The episode was rated 8.06 from 107 votes.

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#8 - Stepping Down (Season 4 - Episode 26)

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The match between Jackie Chun and Tien heats up as both fighters pull out every trick they know. But what will happen when even the audience gets caught in the middle of this?

The episode was rated 8.06 from 104 votes.

Dragon Ball - S4E1

#7 - Who is Fortuneteller Baba? (Season 4 - Episode 1)

Bulma finds there is nothing wrong with the dragon radar and thinks something organic must have swallowed the ball that puts the ball off detection. Roshi suggests Goku visits Fortuneteller Baba to find the last dragonball with her clairvoyance. Goku takes off with Yamcha, Puar and Krillin. They stop at a town and Goku needs to get a new suit of clothes. While a new martial suit is being made, Goku flies take Upa on the adventure with him. After changing into his new clothes, Goku and his friends head off to Fortuneteller Baba's palace passing desert tornados and storms. Goku is greeted by Ghost at the palace. A group of mean-looking visitors enter the palace and leave in a devastated state. Goku and the others enter and meet Fortuneteller Baba who isn't what they expected. Baba is asking a huge price for a single fortune and Goku's only alternative is to battle five warriors of Baba's.

The episode was rated 8.06 from 116 votes.

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#6 - Terror and Plague (Season 4 - Episode 11)

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Goku is travelling when he sees a girl about to be eaten by a tiger-monster.He saves her and she asks him to help her village which is being terrorized by 2 people called Terror and Plague. When they reach the village they see that there is a call going on in which when a person's name is called, and he doesn't reply 'here' he'll be sent inside the gourd(a thing Terror and Plague use to trap people).Goku shows up and challenges them and beats them but they use the gourd and trap him.Goku escapes the gourd with his power pole and takes the gourd, trapping Terror and Plague.They feel sorry and Goku releases them and they now work for the villagers.Goku then travels on towards the wilderness.

The episode was rated 8.11 from 110 votes.

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#5 - Counting Controversy! (Season 4 - Episode 23)

The match continues, in which Chiaotzu launches something even worse than the Dodon Wave against Krillin. Krillin's only chance to catch Chiaotzu off guard is the most unexpected technique in martial arts: math. But long after the match is over, Goku and Krillin learn there is more at stake than the championship as Master Shen wants revenge for Goku defeating Tao.

The episode was rated 8.16 from 108 votes.

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#4 - Tien's Insurrection (Season 4 - Episode 31)

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Goku and Tien's power and technique seem to be amazingly equal, but a dramatic turn of events enrages Tien to a new level of focus and determination. Only one outcome will satisfy the proud Tien as he unveils a sinister new attack! How can Goku survive against this monstrous new Tien?

The episode was rated 8.21 from 100 votes.

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#3 - The Spirit Cannon (Season 4 - Episode 32)

With his surprising multi-armed technique, Tien launches a furious assault on Goku. He seems to have the advantage, but Goku's tail proves to be more trouble than expected and Goku breaks free. As the fight ensues, Tien grows desperate enough to unleash the Tri-Beam Cannon, a powerful attack that could destroy them both!

The episode was rated 8.22 from 111 votes.

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#2 - The Fallen (Season 4 - Episode 33)

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Having barely escaped the devastating tri-beam attack, Goku and Tien are now high above the stadium. Goku's surprise use of the Kamehameha Wave leaves both fighters helplessly falling and, with the ring destroyed, the first one to hit the ground loses. Due to a collision with a truck, Goku hits the ground first and Tien is declared the winner. As former rivals become friends and celebrate a well fought tournament, a mysterious enemy's attack steals a friend's life.

The episode was rated 8.24 from 102 votes.

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#1 - Goku vs. Sky Dragon (Season 4 - Episode 12)

Goku makes an enduring journey to challenge Master Chin. Chin is busy fending off Rising Dragon and his two men. Before Rising Dragon can begin a fight, his brother Sky Dragon stops him. Chin's agrees to workout with Goku, his son Shoken getting worried. Goku finds Chin has been in weak health lately and learns from him about the King's Tournament. Goku manages to get medicine for Chin, managing to avoid conflict with the Dragon brothers. Sky Dragon spends his time terrifying his students. Goku volunteers to take Chin's place in the King's Tournament. Jealous Shoken spikes Goku's breakfast. At the tournament Goku battles Sky Dragon as the laxative kicks in Goku, but he resists the effect and beats Sky Dragon. The Dragon brothers and students join Chin's teachings and Goku resumes his journey.

The episode was rated 8.25 from 121 votes.

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