What episode is "Tambourine Attacks!" in Dragon Ball?
"Tambourine Attacks!" is episode 103 of Dragon Ball.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readGoku, weakened and hungry, battles Tambourine but is overpowered, leading to significant loss. Tambourine delivers vital information to King Piccolo, who initiates a plan to eliminate key fighters, setting a dark tone for upcoming confrontations.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersGoku engages Tambourine in combat, but Goku is weak from hunger, so Tambourine overpowers him and destroys the Flying Nimbus, leaving Goku for dead. Roshi and the others head to the Kame house. After Tambourine hands King Piccolo the dragon ball and list of fighters, he is sent to kill all the fighters, starting with King Chappa.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Tambourine Attacks!" canon or filler?
"Tambourine Attacks!" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Tambourine Attacks!" part of?
"Tambourine Attacks!" is part of the General Blue Saga.
Can I read this without spoilers?
Yes. Start with the spoiler-safe summary, then reveal the full plot only when you want the complete episode breakdown.
Series Cast
16Browse the main cast connected to this episode guide.
Krillin main 
Piccolo main 
Son Gohan main 
Son Goku main 
Vegeta main 
Bulma supporting 
Chi-Chi supporting 
Chiaotzu supporting 
Emperor Pilaf supporting 
Mai supporting 
Master Roshi supporting 
Puar supporting 
Yamcha supporting 
King Piccolo antagonist Related Movies
6Franchise movie releases are kept separate from the TV episode spine.
Dragon Ball Z: Bardock – The Father of Goku 1990 
Dragon Ball Z: The Tree of Might 1990 
Dragon Ball Z: The World's Strongest 1990 
Dragon Ball Z: The History of Trunks 1991 
Dragon Ball Z: Super Android 13! 1992 
Dragon Ball Z: Bojack Unbound 1993