What episode is "Prelude to Vengeance" in Dragon Ball?
"Prelude to Vengeance" is episode 118 of Dragon Ball.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readKing Piccolo targets a region for destruction, causing panic and evacuation efforts. Meanwhile, defenders prepare for battle against new threats as powerful warriors emerge, setting up a high-stakes confrontation.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersKing Piccolo keeps the world at suspense as he chooses a target sector to annihilate. King Piccolo chooses to destroy Sector 28, which is none other than Bulma's homeland. The entire city tries to evacuate in a frenzy, including Bulma's parents. A team of convicts storms the Kame House, but Yamcha and Launch beat them. Tien arrives at Chow Castle just as King Piccolo is about to depart. Before Tien can start his plan, King Piccolo creates a new warrior called Drum.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Prelude to Vengeance" canon or filler?
"Prelude to Vengeance" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Prelude to Vengeance" part of?
"Prelude to Vengeance" is part of the Commander Red 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