The finale of *Dragon Ball Daima* delivers an exhilarating showdown between Gomah and Goku, who unveils a new transformation. Fans eagerly anticipated this episode to shed light on the absence of Super Saiyan 4 in *Dragon Ball Super*. So, how does the finale of *Dragon Ball Daima* address the missing Super Saiyan 4 in *Super*?
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 falls short, even in his Super Saiyan 3 state. Goku steps up, harnessing the power bestowed by Neva in the previous episode, which he dubs "Super Saiyan 4."
With this new form, Goku engages Gomah in a fierce battle, managing to hold his ground. He unleashes his signature Kamehameha, blasting a hole through Gomah and the Demon Realm, allowing Piccolo to intervene and strike at Gomah's eye. Although Piccolo can't finish the job, Majin Kuu delivers the final blow, ending Gomah's reign over the Demon Realm.
As the episode progresses, fans expect *Dragon Ball Daima* to clarify why Super Saiyan 4 doesn't appear in *Dragon Ball Super*. However, the series takes a different route. Goku casually tells Vegeta that he achieved this form through training post-Buu, with no mention of a memory wipe. 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* raises significant questions about its place within the *Dragon Ball* canon. It's puzzling why Goku wouldn't use such a powerful form against Beerus in *Dragon Ball Super*, especially with Earth's fate hanging in the balance. While it's possible Goku might have forgotten, Vegeta, always competitive, would surely remember.
A glimmer of hope appears in the post-credits scene, where it's revealed that two more Evil Third Eyes exist in the Demon Realm. If *Dragon Ball Daima* returns for another season and these objects fall into the wrong hands, there could be a way for Super Saiyan 4 to re-emerge and for Goku to lose it. This is speculative, but without such a plot development, *Dragon Ball* risks creating a significant plot hole that could fuel endless debates among fans.
Thus, *Dragon Ball Daima*'s finale leaves the question of Super Saiyan 4's absence in *Super* unanswered, setting the stage for potential future explanations. For more on *Dragon Ball Daima*, check out the series' intro song.
*Dragon Ball Daima is currently streaming on Crunchyroll.*
