What episode is "Our Hero Awakes" in Dragon Ball Z?
"Our Hero Awakes" is episode 146 of Dragon Ball Z.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readZoro defends the group from Hawkins’ pursuit, leading them to a teahouse in Okobore Town where they find support for Tama. Meanwhile, various characters navigate alliances and confrontations as tensions rise in Wano.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersAs Krillin heads back to Master Roshi's, he crosses Cell's path and barely escapes his wrath as Piccolo and Tien arrive at the scene. Meanwhile, Trunks finds his father to train with him in order to surpass a Super Saiyan. As hope seems lost, a glimmer still remains: Goku has made a recovery and plans to get stronger, but how?
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Our Hero Awakes" canon or filler?
"Our Hero Awakes" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Our Hero Awakes" part of?
"Our Hero Awakes" is part of the Imperfect Cell and Perfect Cell Sagas.
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
18Browse the main cast connected to this episode guide.
Krillin main 
Piccolo main 
Son Gohan main 
Son Goku main 
Vegeta main 
Android 17 supporting 
Android 18 supporting 
Bardock supporting 
Bulma supporting 
Chiaotzu supporting Master Roshi supporting Pan supporting 
Son Goten supporting Tien Shinhan supporting 
Trunks supporting 
Yamcha supporting Babidi antagonist Burter 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