The doors to the Hyperbolic Time Chamber creaked open, bathing the lookout in radiant light as the Z Fighters emerged one by one.
Exhausted…Stronger…Sharpened.
The weight of a full year's training rested on their shoulders, and yet, the world outside had only moved forward by a single day.
Dende and Mr. Popo greeted them warmly. The aura of each warrior was tangible, humming with sheer potential.
Piccolo stood tall, arms crossed, his fusion with Kami now fully synchronized.Vegeta and Nappa exuded fierce energy, pride in their golden forms.Gohan and Raditz, their eyes glinting with newfound purpose, walked just behind them.Tien, Yamcha, Krillin, Chiaotzu, and even Master Roshi, all radiated matured confidence and control.
And then there was Goku, smiling, watching his family and friends take their first real step toward surpassing limits.
The Farewell Before the Grind
As they prepared to part ways, Goku addressed the group one last time, voice firm but warm.
Goku:"We've laid down the foundation. You've all made insane progress this year, but we're not done. The Androids will show up in three years… and we've only used one month."
The group nodded, silent and attentive.
Goku turned to the Saiyans first.
Goku:"Vegeta. Nappa. Raditz. Gohan. From now on, I want you all to stay in Super Saiyan as long as possible."
Vegeta raised a brow. "You expect us to keep burning energy like this?"
Goku (grinning):"That's the trick. Once your bodies get used to it—when the stress of the transformation becomes your normal—you'll have mastery. We won't just be powerful… we'll be balanced."
Raditz folded his arms. "Train the body… to handle the flame."
Gohan nodded, the young warrior already processing it as a puzzle to solve.
To the Kaioken Masters
Then Goku turned to the Earthlings.
Goku:"Kaioken is your ace in the hole. You've all pushed to x15, but that's not your limit. You just haven't built up enough endurance."
Tien:"So… what do we do?"
Goku:"Start living with it. Use Kaioken x2 or x3 in day-to-day activities. Sleep in it. Train in it. Stack it with weight, pressure, focus. Get to the point where x15 is just another base form."
Krillin (sweating):"That's insane."
Yamcha (grinning):"And awesome."
Master Roshi chuckled, setting his sunglasses on straight.
Roshi:"Guess this old man has some burning left in him."
Chiaotzu (smiling softly):"Let's make it our own Super Saiyan."
Chichi and Bulma
Chichi stepped forward, arms crossed and grinning. "Well, now that the training camp is over, how about someone helps me carry the food crates back down?"
Everyone laughed.
Goku nodded to her with pride. "You've been amazing this year, Chi."
Bulma arrived shortly after with a Capsule Plane to help them all descend from the lookout. About a few Months ago inside Goku's personal HBTC, he went out and moved the portal near their home to his room in the lookout. This was requested by Piccolo, since Dende was creating the new set of Dragon Balls. He thought it would be safer if they were just a few doors away in case anything happened. Her power was still minimal compared to the others, but her growth as a fighter—and a pilot—was undeniable.
Bulma (to Yamcha):"If I can fly now, you better stop slacking."
Yamcha (playfully):"Yes, ma'am."
Before splitting up, the team gathered once more as the sun set across the Earth.
Goku (clasping his hands):"Use the next two years wisely. Train how you live. Rest, do not abuse your body more than you have too. Fight or Spar like you're already in battle. The androids won't hold back… and neither should we."
Vegeta scoffed."Don't worry, Kakarot. I'll master this form before you even wake up tomorrow."
Raditz (smirking):"Big words, little prince."
Nappa (gruffly):"This ain't over."
Piccolo (stoic):"I'll surpass you all."
Krillin:"Game on."
And with that, the Z Fighters dispersed—scattering across the Earth and beyond, each bound by the same goal:
To protect their world. To surpass their limits. And to be ready.
The countdown to the androids had begun. With one year in the Hyperbolic Time Chamber behind them, the Earth's defenders split across the globe, committed to pushing past their limits. Training became their new way of life—but even the fiercest warriors needed rest.
Gohan & Goku – Father and Son Bonds
At Mount Paozu, Gohan's training with Goku became a beautiful balance of intensity and heart. They spent mornings sparring in midair with Super Saiyan auras crackling like twin suns. Goku focused on helping Gohan stay transformed longer, allowing his body to adapt. By year's end, Gohan could maintain Super Saiyan indefinitely and was close to unlocking a new level.
Evenings were calmer—Chichi made sure of that. The family dined together, laughed, and even sparred with Chichi from time to time. Gohan juggled academics and martial arts, mastering both with ease.
Vegeta – The Relentless Pursuit
Vegeta trained in Capsule Corp's gravity chamber, now upgraded by Bulma to 700x Earth's gravity. He stayed in Super Saiyan constantly, training, sleeping, and eating in the form. Frustrated but determined, Vegeta pushed himself to extremes, collapsing and reviving through sheer will. His bond with Bulma deepened slowly, and despite his tsundere nature, she noticed how he'd eat every meal she made without complaint.
Nappa often joined, his newfound motivation keeping him neck-and-neck with Vegeta, both Saiyans feeding off each other's pride.
Raditz – The Resilient Brother
Raditz trained in the wastelands, tapping into nature and raw combat instincts. He stayed in Super Saiyan for days, forcing himself to endure the stress of the transformation. Occasionally, he'd visit Goku for sparring matches that shook mountains. His bond with Gohan strengthened, mentoring him like an older brother figure.
Piccolo – Master of Self
Having fused with Kami, Piccolo retreated to the high plateaus, meditating for days while mastering his godlike powers. He trained with weighted robes and created multi clones to fight himself. Every few months, he'd visit the Lookout to train with Gohan or spar with Tien, whom he now respected.
Piccolo never used Kaioken unnecessarily—but his mastery over it reached x20 through calm, focused refinement.
Krillin, Tien, Yamcha, Chiaotzu & Master Roshi – The Earthling Core
The Earthlings gathered every 3 months to train as a team. Their Kaioken usage grew more efficient, each reaching x20 with minimal strain. Krillin led technique drills, Tien focused on endurance, Yamcha adapted street tactics into ki-infused strikes, and Chiaotzu honed psychic attacks to counter android precision.
Roshi, despite his age, kept up. His wisdom gave the group unexpected insights—his use of Kaioken x15 was legendary in bursts. But his most notable achievement was combining and synchronizing Kaioken x15 and Bulk UP. Giving him an edge in power by sacrificing his speed.
They occasionally fought against Goku, who never went beyond base unless pushed. He served as their measuring stick, and slowly, they started tagging him.
Rest and Bonding Periods
The Z Fighters reunited for rest every three months at Kame House or Capsule Corp. They shared meals, stories, and laughed at Yamcha's baseball fame and Roshi's failed attempts at flirting with young Supermodels Bulma hired to troll him.
Vegeta quietly observed these moments, secretly appreciating the camaraderie he never had under Frieza. It was clearly that Vegeta was growing under Bulma and Goku's influence.
Chichi ensured everyone ate well. Gohan often asked Chiaotzu about governing policies. Nappa taught Yamcha how to use a battle axe "just for fun." Krillin and Tien developed a rivalry that pushed them past their former limits.
After 3 years Base Power Level Summary
Goku - ????? (Very Heavily Suppresed)
Vegeta - 270 Million
Transformations (Great Ape x10, Super Saiyan x50, Super Saiyan 2 x100)
Gohan - 260 Million
Transformations (Kaioken x5, Great Ape x10, Super Saiyan x50, Super Saiyan 2 x100)
Raditz - 210 Million
Transformations (Kaioken x5, Great Ape x10, Super Saiyan x50)
Nappa - 200 Million
Transformations (Great Ape x10, Super Saiyan x50)
Piccolo - 780 Million (Fused with Kami)
Transformations (Kaioken x20)
Tien - 115 Million
Transformations (Kaioken x20)
Krillin - 112 Million
Transformations (Kaioken x20)
Yamcha - 90 Million
Transformations (Kaioken x20)
Master Roshi - 80 Million
Transformations (Bulk up x2, Kaioken x15 BulkUP+Kaioken x30)
Chiaotzu - 70 Million (80 Million with Psychic Powers)
Transformations (Kaioken x20)
Bulma - 2000
Chichi - 1 Million
Transformations (Kaioken x2)
When I say x10 or x50 it means power multiplier.