Ep. 136: Tien Shinhan defeats Mercenary Tao in a decisive and emotional victory.
Aired on November 30, 1988
Tien Shinhan demonstrates superior strength against Mercenary Tao, offering his former master a chance to surrender. When Tao attempts to kill him instead, Tien loses all respect and defeats him effortlessly. The confrontation resolves as an emotional triumph rather than a display of raw power. Simultaneously, Goku encounters an angry woman from his past, setting the stage for his next challenge. The narrative highlights the shift in dynamics between former student and assassin, emphasizing the personal stakes involved in the outcome.
Episodes
- Ep. 132 · Goku struggles with ki control while four warriors unite to halt a renewed volcanic eruption threatening a village.
- Ep. 133 · Warriors reunite after three years for the 23rd Martial Arts Tournament
- Ep. 134 · Goku and Tien conceal Piccolo's offspring while Tao returns as a cyborg seeking vengeance
- Ep. 135 · Eight fighters advance to the final rounds of the brutal 23rd Martial Arts Tournament.
- Ep. 136 · Tien Shinhan defeats Mercenary Tao in a decisive and emotional victory.
- Ep. 137 · Goku defeats a female fighter who reveals herself as Chi-Chi, fulfilling his marriage promise.
- Ep. 138 · Krillin's Final Kamehameha and Hero's Unexpected Power Against Yamcha
- Ep. 139 · Hero defeats Yamcha and Goku gains advantage over Tien
- Ep. 140 · Goku removes 100 kg of gear to match Tien's speed increase