EP 78

The Eternal Dragon Rises

Canon/HIGH

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This episode follows directly from 'Pilaf's Tactics,' where Goku secured the final Dragon Ball, and serves as the emotional climax of a lengthy quest arc that has driven much of the series' middle stretch. At episode 78 of 153, it marks a clear turning point — closing out one major storyline while setting Goku on a path toward self-improvement and new training that will define the next phase of his journey. It's a natural transition point that bridges Dragon Ball's adventure-driven early arcs with the more combat-focused arcs to come.

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EP 78

The Eternal Dragon Rises

Canon/HIGH

OSHIMETER

0 Fans

5star
4star
3star
2star
1star
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack

EPISODE CONTEXT

This episode follows directly from 'Pilaf's Tactics,' where Goku secured the final Dragon Ball, and serves as the emotional climax of a lengthy quest arc that has driven much of the series' middle stretch. At episode 78 of 153, it marks a clear turning point — closing out one major storyline while setting Goku on a path toward self-improvement and new training that will define the next phase of his journey. It's a natural transition point that bridges Dragon Ball's adventure-driven early arcs with the more combat-focused arcs to come.

QUICK TAKES

©バードスタジオ/集英社・フジテレビ・東映アニメーション

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