What episode is "Namek's Defense" in Dragon Ball Z?
"Namek's Defense" is episode 47 of Dragon Ball Z.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readFrieza and his henchmen threaten the Namekian village to obtain the Dragon Balls, prompting interventions by powerful Namekians who rise to defend their home from the escalating danger.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersThe evil Frieza and his henchmen try to persuade the Namekian elder of the village to hand over the Dragon Ball by killing most of the villagers. Gohan, who can't watch the innocent Namekians get murdered anymore, is about to fly in and save them, when three more Namekians appear. These three are strong enough to defeat Frieza's weaker henchmen, so the evil tyrant sends one of his best fighters, Dodoria, after them.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Namek's Defense" canon or filler?
"Namek's Defense" is listed as canon · provisional in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Namek's Defense" part of?
"Namek's Defense" is part of the Namek and Captain Ginyu 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.
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