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 Picollo to strike a critical blow. Although Picollo can't finish the job, Majin Kuu delivers the final hits, vanquishing Gomah and liberating 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 mind-wipe or any other explanation that would reconcile the form's absence in *Super*. 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 hard to believe that Goku wouldn't use such a powerful form against Beerus in *Super*, especially with Earth's fate on the line. While it's possible Goku might have forgotten about it, Vegeta, always competitive, would surely remember and use it if he could.
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 purely speculative, but without such a development, *Dragon Ball* risks creating a significant plot hole that could fuel endless debates among fans.
In summary, *Dragon Ball Daima*'s finale does not provide a clear explanation for why Goku never uses Super Saiyan 4 in *Dragon Ball Super*. Instead, it leaves fans with more questions than answers, setting the stage for potential future developments. For more on *Dragon Ball Daima*, check out the series' intro song.
*Dragon Ball Daima is currently streaming on Crunchyroll.*
