Dragon Ball Z

The Prince Fights Back

Episode 49 Canon Namek and Captain Ginyu Sagas 23 min

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Spoiler-Safe Summary

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Amidst a daring escape, Krillin, Gohan, and Dende flee from Dodoria, who underestimates Vegeta's newfound strength. A revelation about Planet Vegeta's destruction shocks Vegeta, intensifying his resolve in a decisive clash with the formidable Dodoria.

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By using Tien's Solar Flare technique, Krillin, Gohan, and the Namekian boy, Dende, are able to escape from Dodoria. As the pink alien tries to get back to Frieza, Vegeta shows up, ready to settle the score between him and Dodoria. Dodoria is taken by surprise by Vegeta's new strength, and the Saiyan Prince easily overpowers him. Pleading for his life, Dodoria barters information for his freedom. He tells Vegeta that it was actually Frieza, not an asteroid, that destroyed Planet Vegeta. Although taken aback at this new revelation, he kills Dodoria anyway.

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What episode is "The Prince Fights Back" in Dragon Ball Z?

"The Prince Fights Back" is episode 49 of Dragon Ball Z.

Is "The Prince Fights Back" canon or filler?

"The Prince Fights Back" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.

What story arc is "The Prince Fights Back" part of?

"The Prince Fights Back" is part of the Namek and Captain Ginyu Sagas.

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