Ep. 123: Goku retrieves the power pole while Piccolo Junior hatches from King Piccolo's egg.
Aired on August 17, 1988
Tien returns Goku's power pole as Bulma, Yamcha, and Launch search the area. Yajirobe escorts Goku to Korin's tower. Reports of King Piccolo's defeat spark widespread celebration, though Bulma already collected all the dragon stones despite the eternal dragon's death. An elderly couple discovers King Piccolo's egg and takes it home, unaware that Piccolo Junior is about to hatch. Korin learns of the dragon's demise and reveals the existence of Kami, the creator of the dragon balls. To reach Kami, Goku seeks the power pole, encountering King Furry along the way. Fortuneteller Baba directs him to Master Roshi's residence. Goku retrieves the pole and returns to the tower. Meanwhile, Piccolo Junior destroys the couple's home and vows revenge.
Episodes
- Ep. 119 · Tien battles Drum while Goku aids the Ox King and Chi Chi from King Piccolo's soldiers.
- Ep. 120 · Goku retaliates against King Piccolo by launching him through Chow Castle during their intense battle.
- Ep. 121 · Goku battles King Piccolo, who wounds him and destroys the kingdom while Tien intervenes.
- Ep. 122 · Goku defeats King Piccolo with a final punch, leading to the creation of his successor.
- Ep. 123 · Goku retrieves the power pole while Piccolo Junior hatches from King Piccolo's egg.
- Ep. 124 · Goku battles Mr. Popo at the temple above Korin's Tower
- Ep. 125 · Kami reveals himself to Goku after Mr. Popo agrees to train him.
- Ep. 126 · Kami brings the Eternal Dragon Shenron back to life.
- Ep. 127 · Goku seeks speed beyond lightning to retrieve a crown for Kami