Alright, Saiyan warriors and anime aficionados, buckle up! Super Saiyan 4 is officially CANON, thanks to Dragon Ball DAIMA, and it’s unleashed a whole new level of primal power and fascinating lore into the franchise!
Quick Info Card: Dragon Ball DAIMA
| Japanese Title (Romaji) | Studio | Streaming Platform | Release Window |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doragon Bōru Daima | Toei Animation | Hulu, Netflix | 2024 – 2025 |
Visual Vibes: A Return to Agile Combat
Dragon Ball DAIMA brings a vibrant, dynamic art style that brilliantly captures the essence of early Dragon Ball‘s playful agility mixed with the raw power of Z. The de-aged forms of our beloved characters add a fresh, almost “chibi-but-deadly” feel to the combat. Expect slick, high-energy sequences and visually distinct character designs that make every Kamehameha and punch feel impactful, all while retaining that classic Akira Toriyama charm.
Mini Goku Unleashes the Primal Beast: SSJ4 Goes Canon
Forget what you knew from GT — Dragon Ball DAIMA has rewritten the origin story for Super Saiyan 4’s canon debut! Initially, fans might think Mini Goku powered up to SSJ4 through sheer training, but Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot makes it clear: it took Neva’s magical intervention. During the climactic showdown with Giant Gomah, Mini Goku was struggling even in Super Saiyan 3. It was Neva who unlocked his latent power, triggering his tail regrowth and his first transformation into the crimson-furred Super Saiyan 4. While ridiculously strong, his pint-sized body couldn’t quite contain his full potential against the colossal foe.
Adult Goku’s SSJ4 Power: Unstoppable, Yet Undefeated?
Once Goku regained his adult body in Dragon Ball DAIMA, his Super Saiyan 4 form became an absolute powerhouse. He shredded Giant Gomah, demonstrating the ferocity of a Great Ape and nearly securing victory. His Transcendent Power Kamehameha was so potent it literally pierced Gomah’s chest and shook the foundations of the Demon Realm itself! However, Gomah’s Tertian Oculus made him virtually invincible. Despite being technically stronger, SSJ4 Adult Goku couldn’t land the killing blow on an immortal enemy, setting the stage for Majin Kuu to deliver the true finishing move.
Vegeta’s Unprecedented Boost: Catching Up With Zero Training (GT)
In Dragon Ball GT, Vegeta spent a significant chunk of time trailing Goku’s power. Yet, in the desperate Shadow Dragons Saga, the Prince of all Saiyans put his pride aside. With Bulma’s Blutz Wave Generator, he bypassed the traditional training, forcibly triggering the Super Saiyan 4 transformation after enduring the Golden Great Ape phase. What’s truly mind-blowing is how quickly he caught up. Vegeta went from being outmatched by Super 17 to achieving Super Saiyan 4 power levels identical to Goku’s during the final battle with Omega Shenron, marking one of the most insane power boosts in the entire franchise since Goku’s Namek Zenkai!
GT’s Super Saiyan 4 Goku: The Unmatched Monster
Dragon Ball GT‘s Super Saiyan 4 Goku was a force of nature, arguably even more overpowered than his DAIMA counterpart. Upon achieving the form, he utterly dominated Super Baby Vegeta 2. In fact, SSJ4 Goku was so potent in GT that the series had to actively sideline him from delivering the final blow to major villains like Super 17 and Omega Shenron, often forcing him out of the form to create dramatic tension. While he wiped out several Shadow Dragons, Dragon Ball Heroes often depicts Full Power Super Saiyan 4 as being on par with Dragon Ball Super‘s Super Saiyan God and Super Saiyan Blue forms, proving its monstrous capabilities even if it can’t quite touch Ultra Instinct or Ultra Ego.
SSJ4 Gogeta: The Pinnacle of Primal Power (and Prankster Shenanigans)
The ultimate display of Super Saiyan 4’s might in Dragon Ball GT came with the Fusion Dance. When Goku and Vegeta combined their SSJ4 forms, they unleashed Super Saiyan 4 Gogeta – undeniably the strongest character in GT and a contender for one of the most overpowered fighters in Dragon Ball history. Gogeta absolutely toyed with Omega Shenron, effortlessly dodging attacks and putting him through the wringer. His only flaw? A penchant for showing off! Gogeta’s playful antics and wasted time meant he defused before delivering the killing blow, proving that while he had the power to end Omega Shenron instantly, his personality got in the way.
Why We’re Hyped: The Primal Future of Saiyan Power!
The community is buzzing! With Super Saiyan 4 now officially canon thanks to Dragon Ball DAIMA, it opens up a universe of possibilities. This isn’t just a nostalgic nod; it’s a reintroduction of the raw, primal Saiyan strength that fans have loved for decades. Even if DAIMA‘s SSJ4 isn’t quite on the God-tier level, seeing Goku embrace his Great Ape roots and command such immense power again is thrilling. The potential for future crossovers, or perhaps even an integration into Dragon Ball Super‘s timeline with the rumored Dragon Ball Super: Beerus anime, has us all on the edge of our seats, eager to see how this iconic, furry transformation will evolve next!
