Follow TV Tropes

Following

History Heartwarming / Dragonball

Go To

OR

Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None

Added DiffLines:

* Goku wishing his friends well as he leaves to the afterlife, followed by everyone reminiscing on his importance. Scenes of Goku's adventures throughout the series are interspersed with their dialogue.
-->'''Krillin''': You know, even though he was saying good-bye, it didn't make me too sad because he was so cheery about it.
-->'''Yamcha''': Yeah, well Goku's been that way ever since he was little. It's like nothing ever got to him. He's always had that goofy smile on his face. Guess that's just... him.
-->'''Krillin''' (''chuckles'')
-->'''Tien''': Yeah, you're right. And with each new adventure, we're always left behind.
-->'''Piccolo''': Hmph. Goku has, and always will, be Goku. He gave me a Senzu Bean when I was trying to kill him. Even with a villain like me, he always assumed the best. Nothing can take that from him.
-->'''Gohan''': Dad, I know what I'll remember about you. I remember when we were up against Frieza, and knew we couldn't win. How you just walked right up to him. And whenever things seem tough for me, I think of you walking forward like that, and it makes me strong. You've given us so much for us, dad. Thank you, for it all.
* Krillin doing his damnedest to come up with a wish that will help out Android 18, eventually settling for the removal of the bomb from her chest. The dedication stuns everyone. 18, while defensive, thanks Krillin for his act, setting the standard for their eventual relationship.
* Trunks saying goodbye to everyone before returning to his timeline. This includes Bulma [[SoProudOfYou expressing pride in what he's become]] and wishing him safety, and Trunks sharing a silent salute with Vegeta, the latter having finally accepted him as a son.
** Goku and Gohan get another moment during this scene, with the former's spirit showing up to pat his son on the shoulder. Gohan, stunned, turns around, looks to the sky, and smiles at Goku's beaming face.
--->'''Gohan''': Father.
--->'''Goku''': (''quietly'') Gohan.
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None

Added DiffLines:

* Just the fact that, for the first time since ''DBZ'' started, all of the main characters got the chance to live in peace with one another for a solid 10 years after Buu was defeated. Until this point, [[TimeSkip previous time jumps]] were spent with Piccolo still roaming around as a villain (like in the interim between ''DragonBall'' and ''Z''), the Z Fighters training to fight an upcoming threat (like the 3 years they spent training for the Androids), or everyone being forced to move on from Goku's death (the 7 years after Cell was defeated). Here, everyone is together, successful, and happy.
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None


* As Super Saiyan Goku pushes the Spirit Bomb towards Kid Buu, it shows everyone cheering Goku on; Dende and the Kais on planet Namek, Goku's friends and family on Kami's Lookout... and in Other World, King Kai, nodding happily and saying "[[SoProudOfYou I taught him that technique]]!", and King Yemma holding up the large TV he's watching the fight on and going "attaboy!". Even the villains in Hell are watching, and Babidi is ''rejoicing'' (since Buu turned on him and killed him). It all culminates in Dende, Vegeta, Gohan, Piccolo [[SayMyName calling out Goku's name]], before they (along with Goten, Trunks, Old Kai, and Kibito Kai) emphatically shout "DO IT!" as Goku releases the bomb.

to:

* As Super Saiyan Goku pushes the Spirit Bomb towards Kid Buu, it shows everyone cheering Goku on; Dende and the Kais on planet Namek, Goku's friends and family on Kami's Lookout... and in Other World, King Kai, nodding happily and saying "[[SoProudOfYou I taught him that technique]]!", and King Yemma holding up the large TV he's watching the fight on and going "attaboy!". Even the villains in Hell are watching, and Babidi is ''rejoicing'' (since Buu turned on him and killed him). It all culminates in Dende, Vegeta, Gohan, and Piccolo [[SayMyName calling out Goku's name]], before they (along with Goten, Trunks, Old Kai, and Kibito Kai) emphatically shout "DO IT!" as Goku releases the bomb.

Added: 470

Changed: 244

Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None


* The battle with Kid Buu seems almost like it was structured just to finally get Vegeta and Goku to become friends (or at least reduce the animosity down to a friendly rivalry). This first comes into play when they start swapping out fights with Buu. When each sees the other struggling, they step in to let the other recuperate. In Vegeta's case, this was particularly meaningful, since he was still technically dead, and to die again would erase him from existence.



* As Super Saiyan Goku pushes the Spirit Bomb towards Kid Buu, it shows everyone cheering Goku on; Dende and the Kais on planet Namek, Goku's friends and family on Kami's Lookout... and in Other World, King Kai, nodding happily and saying "[[SoProudOfYou I taught him that technique]]!", and King Yemma holding up the large TV he's watching the fight on and going "attaboy!". Even the villains in Hell are watching, and Babidi is ''rejoicing'' (since Buu turned on him and killed him).

to:

* As Super Saiyan Goku pushes the Spirit Bomb towards Kid Buu, it shows everyone cheering Goku on; Dende and the Kais on planet Namek, Goku's friends and family on Kami's Lookout... and in Other World, King Kai, nodding happily and saying "[[SoProudOfYou I taught him that technique]]!", and King Yemma holding up the large TV he's watching the fight on and going "attaboy!". Even the villains in Hell are watching, and Babidi is ''rejoicing'' (since Buu turned on him and killed him). It all culminates in Dende, Vegeta, Gohan, Piccolo [[SayMyName calling out Goku's name]], before they (along with Goten, Trunks, Old Kai, and Kibito Kai) emphatically shout "DO IT!" as Goku releases the bomb.



* After Goku, Vegeta, Hercule, Majin Buu, and Dende return to Earth following Kid Buu's defeat, we are treated to a touching reunion with all the Z-Fighters, especially with Goku who has been dead for seven years and had given what he believed was his final goodbye just the day before. Chi-Chi crying onto Goku's chest after he tells everyone that he is not dead anymore and that he can go home with his family should leave anyone with a warm feeling in their chest.

to:

* After Goku, Vegeta, Hercule, Majin Buu, and Dende return to Earth following Kid Buu's defeat, we are treated to a touching reunion with all the Z-Fighters, especially with Goku who has been dead for seven years and had given what he believed was his final goodbye just the day before. Chi-Chi crying onto Goku's chest after he tells everyone that he is not dead anymore and that he can go home with his family should leave anyone with a warm feeling in their chest. It even left Android 18 smiling.
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None


* While also a tearjerker, after Goku witnesses Vegeta's transformation into ape form, he quickly deduces that "he" was the monster who killed his grandfather. After his realization he promises to himself that if he dies the first thing he'll do is apologize to Gohan Sr. when he gets to Otherworld.

to:

* While also a tearjerker, after Goku witnesses Vegeta's transformation into ape form, he quickly deduces that "he" he was the monster who killed his grandfather. After his realization he promises to himself that if he dies the first thing he'll do is apologize to Gohan Sr. when he gets to Otherworld.
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None


* It's far from a warm and fuzzy moment, but when Raditz was telling Goku about his origins and just scary everyone with his mere presence, Gohan kept struggling against Bulma until he broke free and ran to hug his dad's leg. There's just something touching about a boy running to his daddy for protection.

to:

* It's far from a warm and fuzzy moment, but when Raditz was telling Goku about his origins and just scary scaring everyone with his mere presence, Gohan kept struggling against Bulma until he broke free and ran to hug his dad's leg. There's just something touching about a boy running to his daddy for protection.
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None

Added DiffLines:

* As weird as it is to think of this early in the run, Vegeta and Goku have some in the final portion of the Freiza Saga. Aside from Goku helping out Vegeta with the Senzu bean, there is of course [[DeathInTheLimelight Vegeta's vulnerable, teary-eyed confessions about his past to Goku as he's dying]]. This is followed by his request that Goku finally let go of his honor in order to beat Frieza and avenge the Saiyans, and Goku [[DueToTheDead proceeds to bury his old foe]] out of respect. When Vegeta is [[DeathIsCheap brought back to life]] by the Earth's Dragon Balls, he's uncharacteristically delighted to see that his rival has achieved the Super Saiyan form. Goku, meanwhile, welcomes Vegeta back to the world of the living and comments that [[GallowsHumor he's glad they didn't bury Vegeta too deep in the ground]].

Added: 481

Changed: 10

Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None


* From the bonus chapter of JacoTheGalacticPatrolman called ''Dragon Ball Minus''. Whether you take it as canon or not compared to the Bardock Special, it is heartwarming seeing Goku's parents going out of their way to save him when they suspected that Frieza was up to something when he recalled all the Saiyans back to their planet. It gives a new light on Goku's arrival on Earth since he wasn't there to destroy it, like everyone told him, but to shelter him from Frieza. It worked, because Frieza didn't know Goku existed until he was right in his face.

to:

* From the bonus chapter of JacoTheGalacticPatrolman ''Manga/JacoTheGalacticPatrolman'' called ''Dragon Ball Minus''. Whether you take it as canon or not compared to the Bardock Special, it is heartwarming seeing Goku's parents going out of their way to save him when they suspected that Frieza was up to something when he recalled all the Saiyans back to their planet. It gives a new light on Goku's arrival on Earth since he wasn't there to destroy it, like everyone told him, but to shelter him from Frieza. It worked, because Frieza didn't know Goku existed until he was right in his face.


Added DiffLines:

* After Goku defeats Piccolo Jr., Kami laments that he has not accomplished anything significant during his reign as Guardian of the Earth and he had to rely on mortals to save the day. Master Roshi points out that had Kami never created the Dragon Balls, Bulma would have never gone on a journey and met Goku, met Yamcha, Roshi, etc. If it wasn't for Kami, none of them would have met and become the heroes they are today. Touched, Kami tells Goku that Roshi is a wise man indeed.
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None

Added DiffLines:

** The original version just have Goku states that he thought "bride" was something you could eat. "But a promise is a promise, so let's marry."
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None

Added DiffLines:

*** Heck, Bardock and Gine in general. [[WordOfGod Word of Toriyama-sensei]] is that they were an extreme rarity among their Saiyans because they actually loved each other and in general acted the way a normal married couple would, rather than simply reproducing for the sake of convenience as most other Saiyans did.

Added: 302

Changed: 4

Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None


* In Dragon Ball GT: a flashback to a family & friends day out on the beach, before Goku went off to train Uub. Goku, the guy who's always leaving his family behind to fight or train or both, said something that made me almost tear up.

to:

* In Dragon Ball GT: a flashback to a family & and friends day out on the beach, before Goku went off to train Uub. Goku, the guy who's always leaving his family behind to fight or train or both, said something that made me almost tear up.


Added DiffLines:

* Whether or not you like them or, even consider their existence canon. Watching Goku Jr. and Vegeta Jr. is surprisingly adorable. The pair are polite to one another during their match (even if Vegeta Jr. used a little TrashTalk early on), and seemed to genuinely enjoy themselves during the fight.
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None

Added DiffLines:

* Gohan asking Piccolo to make him a battle outfit modeled off of Piccolo's. The latter is momentarily surprised by this, but then immediately complies, a warm smile on his face.
-->'''Gohan''': You ''were'' my first teacher, after all.
-->'''Piccolo''': Yeah, kid. It'll make you look really sharp.
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None

Added DiffLines:

*** During that scene, the first one to point out he became that strong thanks to his friends is actually Beerus himself, averting EvilCannotComprehendGood. Doubly heartwarming when you consider the only person Beerus seems to hang out with frequently is Whis, meaning he must legitimately consider him a friend despite how much they argue.

Added: 845

Changed: 1

Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None


***There was also Goku admitting that he hated how he became a Super Saiyan God since he couldn't reach it with his own power, but he swallowed his pride to not only fight Beerus, but to protect his friends.



**** He's sort of a deconstruction of Goku, both of them being rather lazy outside of the prospect of fighting things, obsessed with food, kind and respectful but with no sense of being rude, outright terrifying to enemies when angry and generally the most dangerous things in the universe. Only difference is is that Beerus had nobody giving him a moral compass.

to:

**** He's sort of a deconstruction of Goku, both of them being rather lazy outside of the prospect of fighting things, obsessed with food, kind and respectful but with no sense of being rude, outright terrifying to enemies when angry and generally the most dangerous things in the universe. Only difference is is that Beerus had nobody giving him a moral compass. compass.
**In the uncut version of the movie, we have an extended scene with Old Kai and the Supreme Kai. Supreme Kai is musing about how Goku can make friends with anyone, including the God of Destruction himself. Old Kai then says that it wasn't just Goku alone, but their entire group. He goes on to say that it was probably the entire planet itself since Goku was supposed to be a vicious warrior and Vegeta was a murderous space pirate who were both turned to good people. It gives new highlight that the despite humans being physically weak, the [[HumanityIsInfectious human heart]] itself can turn even the most vicious being into a friend.

Added: 1218

Changed: 1

Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None


*It's far from a warm and fuzzy moment, but when Raditz was telling Goku about his origins and just scary everyone with his mere presence, Gohan kept struggling against Bulma until he broke free and ran to hug his dad's leg. There's just something touching about a boy running to his daddy for protection.



A more subtle one is Gohan's rock-steady, not-taking-no-for-an-answer insistence on climbing aboard a centuries-old spaceshuttle and traveling to an alien planet so that he could be the one to personally wish Piccolo back to life. Consider that, prior to this point, Gohan was a sweet, shy crybaby who rarely raised his voice. He's five, by the way!

to:

A *A more subtle one is Gohan's rock-steady, not-taking-no-for-an-answer insistence on climbing aboard a centuries-old spaceshuttle and traveling to an alien planet so that he could be the one to personally wish Piccolo back to life. Consider that, prior to this point, Gohan was a sweet, shy crybaby who rarely raised his voice. He's five, by the way!


Added DiffLines:

*Almost all of the scenes with Chi-Chi taking care of Goku when he was sick. By the way she acted in the Saiyan and Frieza Sages it is easy to believe that Chi-Chi doesn't really care for Goku and more-or-less tolerate him for Gohan's sake. Then, you have these series of scenes with Chi-Chi besides herself with worry for her husband and is begging him to get well in tears. It was at this moment that you realized that despite how harsh Chi-Chi is to Goku, she dearly loves him.
**These same scene also applies to Yamcha. Seeing him helping Chi-Chi take care of Goku is just so touching. Even if he can't help with the androids, he can at least keep one of his oldest and dearest friends comfortable at the time he needs it the most.


Added DiffLines:

**Before then, Chi-Chi jumping out the second story window to greet Goku who is finally out of bed. Goku embrace her and throws her into the air, even if it was a little too high.
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None

Added DiffLines:

**** He's sort of a deconstruction of Goku, both of them being rather lazy outside of the prospect of fighting things, obsessed with food, kind and respectful but with no sense of being rude, outright terrifying to enemies when angry and generally the most dangerous things in the universe. Only difference is is that Beerus had nobody giving him a moral compass.
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None

Added DiffLines:

** The most heartwarming part is when Gohan departs to train with Kibito. Videl tries to go along, but while Gohan wants her there, she realizes her relative inexperience at flying along is holding him back. When she goes to leave, she tells Gohan to stay safe not just for the rest of the world, but specifically ''for her''.
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None

Added DiffLines:

* During Gohan's final struggle against Cell, the entire conversation that he has with his father has heart-warming written all over it but what sticks out the most to me is this exchange (in English)
-->'''Gohan:''' I haven't changed...not at all..
-->'''Goku:''' Would you '''STOP''' attacking yourself! I don't know where you got it in your head that there's something wrong with you, 'cause there's not!
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None

Added DiffLines:

* In ''Bojack Unbound'' when Gohan is failing against Bojack (literally being crushed to death) his DEAD father opts to break the rules of the afterlife, instant transmit onto the battlefield and force Bojack to release his son with a strong punch to the face. In both English and Japanese, this is preceded by a cry of "My son needs my help!" in English and a "I can't take it anymore!" in Japanese. In both versions, Goku catches his falling son and gives him a much needed pep talk (though much more severe in Japanese). Never mind the fact that him interfering at ALL is a major no-no because he's dead. Goku doesn't care.

Added: 800

Changed: 14

Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None


* While also a tearjerker, after Goku witnesses Vegeta's transformation into ape form, he quickly deduces that "he" was the monster who killed his grandfather. After his realization he promises to himself that if he dies the first thing he'll do is apologize to Gohan Sr. when he gets to Otherworld.



* As Goku's about to throw the Spirit Bomb and kill Buu, he warns Vegeta to get out of the way. Unfortunately, Vegeta's too weak from having to distract Buu to move. Despite everyone (even confused villain's), and Vegeta pressuring him, Goku can't bring himself to sacrifice Vegeta.



* Mr. Satan tries to get Fat Buu to wake up after Kid Buu spits him out and says that Fat Buu is his only friend, which is kind of depressing. Luckily by the end of DBZ, Goku has genuinely befriended him and he has Buu as a permanent roommate.

to:

* Mr. Satan Hercule tries to get Fat Buu to wake up after Kid Buu spits him out and says that Fat Buu is his only friend, which is kind of depressing. Luckily by the end of DBZ, Goku has genuinely befriended him and he has Buu as a permanent roommate.


Added DiffLines:

** From Vegeta's point, he tries to kill good Buu, but only in order to protect everyone. When Hercule throws himself between Vegeta and Buu, despite his threats and big talk, Vegeta can't bring himself to hurt Hercule.
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None

Added DiffLines:

[[foldercontrol]]
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None


* In the final episode of the Cell Saga, appropriately named "Free the Future", we see Trunk with all the power he had gained from the past not only take out the androids who murdered his friend and mentor, Gohan, but also Cell before he could steal his time machine and repeat the terror from the current timeline. Although it is a bittersweet ending since all the Z-Fighters are dead and there are no Dragon Balls to reverse the decades long damage the androids cause, it still gives a feeling of closure knowing that all the brave warriors had finally been avenged, especially Gohan who placed the hope of the world onto Trunks before he died. Trunks said it best just before he killed Cell, "The nightmare finally ends!".

to:

* In the final episode of the Cell Saga, appropriately named "Free the Future", we see Trunk with all the power he had gained from the past not only take out the androids who murdered his friend and mentor, Gohan, but also Cell before he could steal his time machine and repeat the terror from the current timeline. Although it is a bittersweet ending since all the Z-Fighters are dead and there are no Dragon Balls (on earth anyway) to reverse the decades long damage the androids cause, it still gives a feeling of closure knowing that all the brave warriors had finally been avenged, especially Gohan who placed the hope of the world onto Trunks before he died. Trunks said it best just before he killed Cell, "The nightmare finally ends!".
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None

Added DiffLines:

* Piccolo saves Gohan in almost every DBZ movie until the Buu Saga. While it might have gotten formulaic, it was still heartwarming to see.

Added: 227

Changed: 1

Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None


* Android 16's interaction with Dr. Briefs's cat, Tama.

to:

* Android 16's interaction with Dr. Briefs's cat, Tama. Tama.
** The warmth he shows towards all life really. Even the other 2 Androids, 18 and 17. Before he fights Cell, 18 is confused about what he's doing and he tells her he enjoyed the time they spent together and thinks they're cool.
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None

Added DiffLines:

** And later when he returns to Earth, Gohan asks Kibito to change his garb to resemble Goku's as a way to honor his father as the greatest warrior who ever lived.
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None


--->'''Piccolo''': (''after hearing Goku's reasoning for letting Gohan face Cell alone'') Enough of this game, Goku! Your wrong about your son. Gohan may have that power, but it doesn't matter! [[FridgeLogic He doesn't thirst for blood and mayhem! He isn't a fighter like you]]!

to:

--->'''Piccolo''': (''after hearing Goku's reasoning for letting Gohan face Cell alone'') Enough of this game, Goku! Your You're wrong about your son. Gohan may have that power, but it doesn't matter! [[FridgeLogic He doesn't thirst for blood and mayhem! He isn't a fighter like you]]!
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None

Added DiffLines:

* Goku's absolute faith in Gohan's ability to beat Cell is certainly this.
** On the opposite end of the spectrum, Piccolo's absolute refusal to stand by as Gohan gets pummeled early in the fight is another moment. In particular, he gives Goku a very severe WhatTheHellHero speech for risking his son's life on a gamble.
--->'''Piccolo''': (''after hearing Goku's reasoning for letting Gohan face Cell alone'') Enough of this game, Goku! Your wrong about your son. Gohan may have that power, but it doesn't matter! [[FridgeLogic He doesn't thirst for blood and mayhem! He isn't a fighter like you]]!
--->'''Goku''': (''[[OhCrap gasps]], [[KubrickStare looks down]] [[MyGodWhatHaveIDone in shock]]'')
--->'''Piccolo''': Do you want to know what he's thinking? He's not thinking about strength OR competition! He's wondering why his father is standing there, letting him die! And so your son may be the most powerful person in the world, but he's also a scared eleven-year-old boy! [[PapaWolf I'd rather DIE than wait]].
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None


* As Super Saiyan Goku pushes the Spirit Bomb towards Kid Buu, it shows everyone cheering Goku on; Dende and the Kais on planet Namek, Goku's friends and family on Kami's Lookout... and in Other World, King Kai, nodding happily and saying "[[SoProudOfYou I taught him that technique]]!", and King Yemma holding up the large TV he's watching the fight on and going "attaboy!". Even the villains in Hell are watching, and ''Babidi'' is rejoicing (since Buu turned on him and killed him).

to:

* As Super Saiyan Goku pushes the Spirit Bomb towards Kid Buu, it shows everyone cheering Goku on; Dende and the Kais on planet Namek, Goku's friends and family on Kami's Lookout... and in Other World, King Kai, nodding happily and saying "[[SoProudOfYou I taught him that technique]]!", and King Yemma holding up the large TV he's watching the fight on and going "attaboy!". Even the villains in Hell are watching, and ''Babidi'' Babidi is rejoicing ''rejoicing'' (since Buu turned on him and killed him).
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None

Top