Dragon Ball Z

Gohan Goes Bananas!

Episode 8 Canon Saiyan Saga 23 min

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Spoiler-Safe Summary

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Krillin receives urgent news calling him and his friends to special training, while Gohan’s intense training leads to unexpected developments that surprise everyone.

Full Plot Summary

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As Krillin and the others try to find the Dragon Balls after Bulma adjusts the eyepiece for their use, Chi-Chi arrives with her father Ox-King to search for Goku and Gohan, and Master Roshi is forced to tell Chi-Chi the truth himself about Raditz's attack, Goku's sacrifice and Gohan's taken by Piccolo, upon which she faints. Yajirobe appears with a task for Krillin: he must bring Yamcha, Tien, and Chiaotzu to Korin Tower in preparation for the Saiyans' arrival. Before he leaves he also tells them that Baba is coming to tell them that Goku wishes to be brought back just before the Saiyans' arrival. That night, back at the wilderness, Gohan sees the full moon for the first time and goes through the same transformation as his father once did, becoming a giant ape-like creature, known as a Great Ape. Gohan then proceeds to destroy the surrounding area, unable to control his new monstrous form and power. Piccolo, who had been watching Gohan, destroys the moon to stop the rampaging Great Ape Gohan. Gohan reverts to his normal, naked form, and with no moon, the chance of the incoming Saiyans to transform is gone. Just to be safe, Piccolo pulls Gohan's tail off before giving him new clothes with Piccolo's own symbol on it and a sword. Finally, Piccolo again leaves Gohan by himself.

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What episode is "Gohan Goes Bananas!" in Dragon Ball Z?

"Gohan Goes Bananas!" is episode 8 of Dragon Ball Z.

Is "Gohan Goes Bananas!" canon or filler?

"Gohan Goes Bananas!" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.

What story arc is "Gohan Goes Bananas!" part of?

"Gohan Goes Bananas!" is part of the Saiyan Saga.

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