Dragon Ball Z

A Hero's Farewell

Episode 188 Canon Cell Games Saga 23 min

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Spoiler-Safe Summary

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Following a fierce battle, Gohan's new strength causes tension, while Cell makes desperate moves that lead to heroic sacrifice by an ally, dramatically altering the course of the conflict and leaving lasting impacts on those involved.

Full Plot Summary

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With Android 18 no longer a part of Cell, he regresses to his second imperfect form and finds himself absolutely no match for Gohan. Goku pleads with Gohan to end the battle immediately, but Gohan's new found arrogance causes him to simply toy with Cell. In desperation, Cell decides to blow himself up along with the planet, but Goku makes the ultimate sacrifice. He transports Cell to King Kai's planet, and they are destroyed in the blast. Goku has managed to save the Earth from certain doom...at the cost of his own life. As the Z Fighters are mourning the loss of their friend, and Gohan angered that his arrogance caused him to lose his father, Cell suddenly reappears and easily kills Trunks with a single blast.

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What episode is "A Hero's Farewell" in Dragon Ball Z?

"A Hero's Farewell" is episode 188 of Dragon Ball Z.

Is "A Hero's Farewell" canon or filler?

"A Hero's Farewell" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.

What story arc is "A Hero's Farewell" part of?

"A Hero's Farewell" is part of the Cell Games 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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