Dragon Ball Episode 112: King Piccolo's Wish

Canon/HIGH

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One of the most dread-soaked episodes in the original Dragon Ball run. The clock has run out, King Piccolo has all seven Dragon Balls, and the heroes are left scrambling against impossible odds. Tien Shinhan and Chiaotzu throw everything they have into a desperate last-ditch effort, giving this episode a raw, high-stakes energy that separates it from the show's usual adventure tone. The pacing is tight and relentless, with virtually no comedic relief as the weight of the situation bears down on every character involved. Shenron's appearance carries genuine menace here, twisted from a symbol of wonder into a tool of tyranny. This is Dragon Ball at its darkest, delivering a turning point that redefines the power dynamics of the entire series. Expect tension, sacrifice, and consequences that actually stick.

Runtime24 min

Filler StatusCanon

Plot ImportanceHIGH

Air DateMay 18, 1988

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