Dragon Ball

The Flying Fortress — Vanished!

Episode 32 Canon Emperor Pilaf Saga 21 min

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Spoiler-Safe Summary

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Goku and Chi Chi arrive to rescue an ally and continue their pursuit of Emperor Pilaf’s flying fortress, leading to a confrontation involving the Red Ribbon Army that threatens control over the sought dragon balls.

Full Plot Summary

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Goku and Chi Chi arrive at the village in time to rescue the Ox King. After a quick meal, Goku follows the signal on the dragon radar again. Emperor Pilaf's flying fortress shoots down the jets of the Red Ribbon Army and escapes. Both the Red Ribbon Army and Goku follow their signals to a remote point in the middle of the desert. Goku, searching on foot, is suddenly attacked by automatic guns rising from the sand. Colonel Silver notices this and realizes Pilaf is hiding in an underground base. Pilaf, Mai, and Shu all try to escape on the flying fortress. Goku follows them and clings to the wall of the ship. The Red Ribbon Army is waiting for them, and they destroy the fortress. Pilaf, Mai, and Shu parachute down and are forced to hand over the six-star ball.

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What episode is "The Flying Fortress — Vanished!" in Dragon Ball?

"The Flying Fortress — Vanished!" is episode 32 of Dragon Ball.

Is "The Flying Fortress — Vanished!" canon or filler?

"The Flying Fortress — Vanished!" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.

What story arc is "The Flying Fortress — Vanished!" part of?

"The Flying Fortress — Vanished!" is part of the Emperor Pilaf Saga.

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