Dragon Ball: How Gohan Unlocked The Ultimate Form, Explained

Summary

Gohan’s Ultimate Form is attained through a special ritual with the help of Kais, unlocking immense power.
Gohan first unlocked the Ultimate Form during the Majin Buu Saga in Dragon Ball Z to surpass Goku.
Gohan has used the Ultimate Form in Dragon Ball Super to turn the tide in battle against various foes.

After the Android Saga in Dragon Ball Z, it was widely expected that Gohan would take over the franchise and outshine his father, Goku. However, the intention of creator Akira Toriyama was to gradually make Gohan the main character of Dragon Ball, but this plan ultimately didn’t come to fruition as Goku ended up being the one in the limelight instead, due to a change of heart by Toriyama.

After making a choice, Gohan shifted dramatically in both his personal and professional life, assuming the Great Saiyaman persona and maintaining his school attendance. This is where it becomes evident that his power level has stopped progressing, not only remaining static but also failing to advance since his battle against Perfect Cell. This realization eventually sets him on a journey towards finding a new transformation — Ultimate Gohan.

What Is Gohan’s Ultimate Form?

A Transformation Granted by the Elders

Gohan’s Ultimate Form is achieved through a unique ritual supported by the Kais, combining traditional Saiyan power-ups with an additional factor – mental readiness called kiai. This new element allows him to access this advanced form. In doing so, he emits electric ripples and immense pressure that even Goku finds surprising.

Wow, astonishing! Despite his newfound strength surpassing anything he had as a Super Saiyan, he seems completely unchanged in appearance.

In this form, Gohan doesn’t undergo a significant transformation in appearance initially, but on closer inspection, there’s a change: one of his bangs now falls over his forehead instead of staying upright. Additionally, Gohan seems more self-assured, as he stands taller and his gaze carries the determination of a highly spirited warrior.

When Does Gohan Unlock Ultimate Form?

In the Majin Buu Saga of Dragon Ball Z, Gohan initially activated his Extreme Transformation, which he had gained access to in order to face their strongest adversary then. With assistance from Elder Kai and other Kais, Gohan managed to unveil this extreme form. This transformation is so potent that it requires a ritual where the Elder Kai dances for approximately five hours, followed by 20 more hours of deep meditation.

Due to Gohan’s hidden power as a Hybrid Saiyan, the ritual proceeded faster, making it easier for him to undergo the transformation. Although Gohan usually resisted battles, he was forced into them due to his immense strength. However, his Ultimate Form was extraordinary and marked his most powerful transformation at that point in time.

In the Dragon Ball Z anime, it’s stated that Gohan’s Ultimate Form matches the strength of the Super Saiyan 3 form. This means Gohan reached a power level comparable to his father. During this transformation, he was able to fight Majin Buu and even gain the upper hand. However, his overconfidence led him to make a fatal mistake in their battle. Consequently, Majin Buu absorbed Gohan, significantly increasing its own power.

Other Appearances of Gohan’s Ultimate Form

When Has Gohan Used The Powerful Transformation?

In Dragon Ball Z, Gohan initially unveiled his ultimate transformation, but this wasn’t a one-time occurrence in combat. Often, Gohan has resorted to his Ultimate Form when the main characters were struggling in battle and needed an edge. Not only is Gohan’s Ultimate Form aesthetically impressive, it provides a prime opportunity for the heroes to shift the momentum of the fight against their adversaries.

Considering canon stories only, Gohan has used the Ultimate Form in the following events:

In Dragon Ball Super, taking on the God of Destruction, Beerus, in a losing effort.
In Dragon Ball Super, sparring with Piccolo before the Tournament of Power, re-gaining his fighting power and prowess.
In Dragon Ball Super, sparring with Goku before the Tournament of Power, to test his limits against a much-powerful opponent.
In Dragon Ball Super, during the Tournament of Power, defeating Obni.
In Dragon Ball Super, during the Tournament of Power, sparring with Golden Frieza to trick Frost.
In Dragon Ball Super, during the Tournament of Power, taking on Saonel and Pilina alongside Piccolo.
In Dragon Ball Super, during the Tournament of Power, taking on Universe 3’s Koiceareta and Agnilasa after they fused.
In Dragon Ball Super, during the Tournament of Power, going head-to-head with Top and Dyspo.
In Dragon Ball Super manga, Gohan remains in Ultimate Form during the entirety of the Tournament of Power.
In Dragon Ball Super manga, Gohan uses the Ultimate Form to take on Moro’s henchmen, becoming the third-strongest fighter on Earth, behind Goku and Vegeta.

Can Someone Else Achieve Ultimate Form?

Currently, only Gohan has executed the rite of the Kais and attained the Ultimate Form. However, when it comes to combat power, both Goku’s Ultra Instinct and Vegeta’s Ultra Ego surpass his in this aspect. As for the latest developments in “Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero”, it appears that Gohan’s Ultimate Form is no longer his peak transformation; instead, the Beast Form he demonstrated during his fight against Cell Max seems to be a higher level of power.

2025-03-09 03:45