Chapter 40: Destruction and Fear

Kairos and King-Kai materialized on the planet, their sudden appearance a testament to their mastery of the mystic arts. Kairos's curiosity got the better of him, and he inquired about the strange absence of Goku's energy signature on Earth.

King-Kai's expression turned solemn, and he began to recount a tale of devastation. A powerful alien had invaded Earth, and Goku, along with other brave warriors, had fought valiantly to defeat the menace. However, the alien had warned of two even more powerful entities that would soon follow.

Goku, determined to prepare, had sought King-Kai's guidance and trained rigorously for a year. When the predicted aliens arrived, Goku and his allies fought with every ounce of strength they possessed. Though victorious, the battle came at a great cost: many warriors, including Junior Piccolo, had fallen.

Now, Goku, accompanied by Krillin, Bulma, and Son Gohan, had journeyed to Namek in search of the Dragon Balls. Their quest was to revive the fallen warriors, restoring balance to the universe. King-Kai's words hung in the air, a reminder of the sacrifices made and the challenges yet to come.

Kairos's mind raced as he processed the information. The events unfolded similarly to the original plot, but a crucial detail caught his attention - the timeline. Raditz's invasion, originally set for 761, had occurred three years earlier, in 758.

Intrigued by this anomaly, Kairos decided to visit Earth, seeking out Celeste, Julia, and Mia. He hoped to find them safe and sound, despite the altered circumstances. As he arrived on the planet, Kairos sensed a mix of familiarity and uncertainty. The Butterfly Effect of Raditz's early arrival had created a ripple, altering the course of events.

As Kairos sought out his friends on Earth, Goku's instincts drove him toward Namek with a sense of urgency, as if he foresaw an impending calamity. Meanwhile, on Namek, Frieza's soldiers wreaked havoc, slaughtering Namekians and plundering their Dragon Balls.

Gohan and Krillin's attempt to rescue a Namekian named Dende barely succeeded, as they narrowly escaped the clutches of Dodoria, Frieza's henchman. Shaken but determined, Gohan and Dende sought the wisdom of the Grand Elder, hoping to find a way to stop Frieza's brutality and protect the Dragon Balls.

The Grand Elder's eyes, filled with ancient knowledge, gazed upon Gohan and Dende. "The darkness gathers, young ones," he said, his voice trembling. "Frieza's power grows by the minute. We must act swiftly to prevent catastrophe."

Krillin's search for the last Namekian village led him to a powerful ki signature, which he followed to find a Frieza soldier. With swift efficiency, Krillin eliminated the threat.

Meanwhile, Vegeta's rampage against Frieza's forces continued, his wrath unleashing devastation upon the enemy.

Gohan and Dende's urgent quest to reach the Grand Elder was disrupted by Dodoria's detection. Gohan, determined to protect their mission, charged towards Dodoria with incredible speed. However, just as he was about to engage, a mysterious Namekian named Nail appeared, instantly killing Dodoria.

With Dodoria defeated, Gohan, Dende, and Nail reached the Grand Elder. The wise leader, sensing Gohan's pure soul and vast potential, decided to unlock the young warrior's hidden abilities.

As the Grand Elder began the ancient ritual, a surge of energy enveloped Gohan. His ki began to stir, responding to the unlocking of his true potential. The fate of Namek, and perhaps the universe, hung in the balance, as Gohan's power began to awaken.

Frieza, growing impatient with Dodoria's failure, summoned the elite Ginyu Squad to Namek.

Meanwhile, Gohan's newfound strength left him astonished. Eager to share the experience, he sought out Krillin, hoping to unlock his friend's potential as well. After a three-hour journey, Gohan found Krillin, who was shocked by the young warrior's immense qi.

As Gohan recounted his adventure to Krillin and Bulma, a sudden surge of energy shook the air. A powerful qi signature emerged from a nearby Namekian village, captivating the attention of Gohan, Krillin, and Vegeta.

Vegeta, intrigued by the qi, flew towards its source. Gohan, feeling an overwhelming urge to protect the Namekians, followed suit, despite Krillin's attempts to stop him. "I'm strong enough to save them now," Gohan confidently declared, before racing towards the village.

Krillin's concerned about Gohan followed behind him as Gohan vanished into the distance, ready to face whatever danger lay ahead. The fate of the Namekians and the universe hung in the balance, as Gohan's determination and newfound power propelled him forward.

Gohan and Krillin arrived at the village, only to find Frieza's commander, Zarbon, waiting for them. Vegeta's arrival added to the tense atmosphere, but his composure was shattered upon seeing Zarbon, who surpassed him in power.

Gohan, undaunted, launched a fierce attack on Zarbon, striking his arm and showcasing his remarkable strength. Vegeta, his pride wounded by Gohan's prowess, joined the fray, and together they pressured Zarbon.

Krillin's sudden attack caught Zarbon off guard, dealing significant damage. Enraged, Zarbon unleashed a devastating qi bomb, severely injuring Krillin and Gohan. Believing he had emerged victorious, Zarbon turned to leave.

However, Gohan, his body battered and bleeding, mustered his remaining energy and unleashed a colossal qi blast, catching Zarbon off guard. The unexpected counterattack proved fatal, and Zarbon met his demise.

As the dust settled, Gohan still stood tall,

with his arm bleeding , one eye, forehead bleeding his determination and power proving instrumental in defeating the formidable Zarbon. Vegeta with head ,arms, legs bleeding with his half opened eyes narrowed, his pride still wounded, but a hint of respect for Gohan's abilities began to form. Whereas Krillin with most severe injuries on his last breath , looked on, awed by Gohan's incredible strength.

Gohan rushed to Krillin's side, only to find him on the brink of death. Despite his efforts, Krillin passed away, leaving Gohan devastated. Overcome with grief, Gohan lost consciousness.

The next day, Bulma brought Gohan and Vegeta to the Grand Elder, where Dende healed their wounds. Upon waking, Gohan and Nail planned to steal the Dragon Ball from Frieza, but Vegeta opposed the idea, citing Frieza's overwhelming power.

Undeterred, Gohan and Nail proceeded with their plan. Nail attacked Frieza's ship, drawing him out, and the two engaged in a fierce battle. Though Nail was severely injured, he distracted Frieza long enough for Gohan to steal the Dragon Ball.

Meanwhile, Vegeta hid in fear, intimidated by the immense power released by Nail and Frieza. Frieza, enraged by the theft, unleashed a powerful Qi bomb, destroying a vast area of Namek.

As the Dragon Ball was summoned, Dende reminded Gohan that only one person could be revived with a wish. Vegeta advocated for a wish to make him unbeatable, but Dende left the decision to Gohan. After some contemplation, Gohan agreed to grant Vegeta's wish, but the Holy Dragon refused, disappointing Vegeta.

Just then, Piccolo contacted Gohan from King-Kai's planet, suggesting that reviving him would allow them to revive everyone. Frieza, still enraged, released a devastating Qi bomb, destroying a significant portion of Namek.

Outside Namek in space--

A spaceship is nearing Planet Namek , in that spaceship Goku training ,sensed a very powerful Qi , his eyes narrowed and he speed up his spaceship . Soon his spaceship landed on Namek then he saw the devasting scene of the planet .

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Combat Power

Gohan (initial) -10,000

Gohan(unlocking potential) - 17,000

Gohan(healed) - 51,000

Krillin - 13,000

Dodoria- 22,000

Zarbon- 23,000

Vegeta- 19,000

Vegeta (healed) - 57,000

Nailu- 42,000