What episode is "Goku's Arrival" in Dragon Ball Z?
"Goku's Arrival" is episode 28 of Dragon Ball Z.
Piccolo sacrifices himself to protect Gohan from Nappa's attack, marking a turning point where hope seems lost until Goku arrives to turn the tide with newfound determination.
Piccolo makes the ultimate sacrifice, and dives in front of Gohan to block Nappa's attack. As Piccolo dies, he tells Gohan that he is his only friend and how sorry he is about being so hard on him during training. With Piccolo dead, Kami and the Dragon Balls are also gone, meaning that no one can be wished back. When all hope seems lost for Earth, Goku finally arrives. After giving Gohan and Krillin a Senzu bean, Goku learns what happened to his friends. Angered, Goku takes out his frustration on the hulking Nappa.
"Goku's Arrival" is episode 28 of Dragon Ball Z.
"Goku's Arrival" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
"Goku's Arrival" is part of the Saiyan Saga.
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Vegeta main
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