The finale of *Dragon Ball Daima* showcases an intense showdown between Gomah and Goku, with the latter unveiling a new transformation. Fans eagerly anticipated this episode to shed light on the absence of Super Saiyan 4 in *Dragon Ball Super*. However, the explanation provided by the series leaves many questions unanswered.
What Happens With Super Saiyan 4 in Dragon Ball Daima's Finale?
In Episode 19 of *Dragon Ball Daima*, the Z Fighters revert to their adult forms thanks to Glorio's wish. Vegeta attempts to defeat Gomah solo but fails, even in his Super Saiyan 3 form. Goku then steps up, utilizing the power bestowed upon him by Neva in the previous episode, which he later identifies as "Super Saiyan 4."
With this new form, Goku engages Gomah in a fierce battle, managing to hold his own. He uses his signature Kamehameha to blast a hole through Gomah and the Demon Realm, allowing Piccolo to follow up and strike at Gomah's eye. Although Piccolo doesn't land all the necessary blows, Majin Kuu finishes the job, leading to Gomah's defeat and the liberation of the Demon Realm.
While fans might expect *Dragon Ball Daima* to clarify why Super Saiyan 4 is not seen in *Dragon Ball Super*, the series takes a different route. Goku casually tells Vegeta that he achieved this form through training after defeating Buu, without any mention of a mind-wipe or similar plot device. This leaves the canonical status of *Dragon Ball Daima* ambiguous.
Is Dragon Ball Daima Canon to Super?
The introduction of Super Saiyan 4 in *Daima* complicates its place within the broader *Dragon Ball* canon. It seems unlikely that Goku would not use such a powerful form against Beerus at the beginning of *Super*, especially with the Earth's fate hanging in the balance. While one might argue Goku forgot about it, Vegeta's reaction to being outdone by Goku again makes this theory less plausible.
The post-credits scene of *Dragon Ball Daima* hints at a potential resolution. It reveals the existence of two more Evil Third Eyes in the Demon Realm. Should the series continue and these objects fall into the wrong hands, there could be an opportunity for Super Saiyan 4 to reappear and subsequently be lost by Goku. However, this remains speculative, and without further explanation, *Dragon Ball* risks creating a significant plot hole that could fuel fan debates for years.
Thus, *Dragon Ball Daima*'s finale provides no clear explanation for Goku's absence of Super Saiyan 4 in *Dragon Ball Super*. For those interested in more about the series, the intro song is worth checking out.
*Dragon Ball Daima is currently streaming on Crunchyroll.*
