In the gripping finale of *Dragon Ball Daima*, fans were treated to an intense showdown between Gomah and Goku, who unveiled a new transformation. Many viewers anticipated that this episode would shed light on the absence of Super Saiyan 4 in *Dragon Ball Super*. However, the finale took a different approach in explaining this intriguing plot point.
What Happens With Super Saiyan 4 in Dragon Ball Daima’s Finale?
Episode 19 of *Dragon Ball Daima* marks the Z Fighters' return to their adult forms, thanks to Glorio's wish to aid his allies. As the battle unfolds, Vegeta attempts to confront Gomah solo but fails, even with his Super Saiyan 3 transformation. The responsibility then falls on Goku, who harnesses the power bestowed by Neva from the previous episode, which he dubs "Super Saiyan 4."
With this formidable form, Goku engages Gomah in the finale and proves his mettle. Utilizing his signature Kamehameha, Goku pierces a hole through Gomah and the Demon Realm, setting the stage for Picollo to strike at Gomah's eye. Although Picollo can't deliver all the necessary blows, Majin Kuu steps in to finish the job, ultimately vanquishing Gomah and liberating the Demon Realm.
At this juncture, fans might expect *Dragon Ball Daima* to clarify that Super Saiyan 4 is exclusive to the Demon Realm or perhaps only accessible through Neva's influence. Surprisingly, the series takes a different route. Goku casually tells Vegeta that he achieved this new form through rigorous training post-Buu saga. There's no mention of a mind-wipe or any explanation that ties *Dragon Ball Daima* firmly into the established canon of *Dragon Ball Super*.
Is Dragon Ball Daima Canon to Super?
The introduction of Super Saiyan 4 in *Dragon Ball Daima* sparks significant questions about its place within the *Dragon Ball* universe. Given its power, it seems implausible that Goku would neglect to use it during his confrontation with Beerus in *Dragon Ball Super*, especially with the planet's fate hanging in the balance. Even if Goku somehow forgot this form, Vegeta, always competitive and eager to surpass his rival, would likely remember it.
A potential resolution emerges in the post-credits scene of the *Dragon Ball Daima* finale, where it's revealed that two more Evil Third Eyes exist within the Demon Realm. Should the series continue and these artifacts fall into nefarious hands, there's a possibility for Super Saiyan 4 to reappear and then be lost by Goku. This is purely speculative, but without such a development, *Dragon Ball* risks introducing a significant plot hole that could fuel debates among fans for years to come.
Thus, *Dragon Ball Daima*'s finale opts not to provide a definitive explanation for Super Saiyan 4's absence in *Dragon Ball Super*, leaving fans to ponder the series' canon status and the future of this powerful transformation. For those interested in more *Dragon Ball* content, the series' intro song is also worth a listen.
*Dragon Ball Daima is currently streaming on Crunchyroll.*
