Dragon Ball

Preliminary Peril

Episode 85 Canon Red Ribbon Army Saga 21 min

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Spoiler-Safe Summary

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During the martial arts tournament, Goku, Krillin, Yamcha, and others face skilled opponents, including rivals from Master Shen's school, sparking tension and competition as they advance through the Forest of Death stage.

Full Plot Summary

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Goku, Krillin, Yamcha and Jackie Chun all get drawn into separate eighths of the bracket, so they won't meet each other until the finals. Yamcha easily defeats his first opponent. Krillin pretends to struggle with his opponent, but is easily victorious. Master Shen's two students, Tien Shinhan, who has three eyes, and Chiaotzu, approach Yamcha, Krillin and Goku to tell them how weak they are. Chiaotzu also calls Krillin a "midget". With tensions running high, Yamcha and Tien square off to fight, but Jackie Chun steps in and reminds them that fighting now would disqualify them. Later, Tien quickly wins his first match. The time has come for Goku's match, but unfortunately he is up against King Choppa. The last time King Choppa entered the tournament, he won without even getting hit.

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What episode is "Preliminary Peril" in Dragon Ball?

"Preliminary Peril" is episode 85 of Dragon Ball.

Is "Preliminary Peril" canon or filler?

"Preliminary Peril" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.

What story arc is "Preliminary Peril" part of?

"Preliminary Peril" is part of the Red Ribbon Army Saga.

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Yes. Start with the spoiler-safe summary, then reveal the full plot only when you want the complete episode breakdown.

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