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EP 276Goku and Vegeta Escape Super Buu's Body as He Transforms
Aug 23, 1995Goku rescues Vegeta from absorption and continues battling Super Buu’s thought form while losing energy. Vegeta destroys the pod containing fat Majin Buu, causing Super Buu to destabilize. Realizing they must flee, Goku and Vegeta retrieve the pods holding Gohan, Goten, Piccolo, and Trunks. They navigate through Buu’s internal tunnels, exiting via a steam hole in his skin. Upon emerging, all six regain their normal size. As Goku and Vegeta set the pods down, they watch Super Buu undergo a transformation, first becoming a hulking figure before shrinking into a childlike version of himself.
EP 277Supreme Kai reveals the history of the five Supreme Kais and the true nature of Kid Buu.
Sep 6, 1995Supreme Kai explains to Old Kai that he was once one of five Supreme Kais, with four ruling over universe quadrants and one leader. He identifies the current childlike Kid Buu as the original, most powerful Majin Buu. The Supreme North and West Kai died fighting him, while the Supreme South Kai was absorbed, transforming Buu into a hulking form that later absorbed the leader, Dai Kaio, resulting in the fat Buu. This absorption weakened Kid Buu. On Earth, Kid Buu throws an energy ball to destroy the planet. Goku and Vegeta deflect it, but Kid Buu retaliates with a ball ten times more powerful. Unable to stop it, Goku and Vegeta teleport Dende, Hercule, and Bee away. Supreme Kai then transports everyone to the world of the Kais just before Earth is destroyed.
EP 278Buu reforms after Earth's destruction and hunts Goku and Vegeta across the galaxy.
Sep 13, 1995After surviving an explosion that destroyed the Earth, Buu reassembles himself and begins a destructive rampage throughout the galaxy. He travels from planet to planet searching for Goku and Vegeta, annihilating each world when they are not found. Upon arriving at the Grand Kai's planet, he toys with the inhabitants before preparing to destroy their home with an energy ball. Supreme Kai offers Goku and Vegeta fusion earrings, but both characters decline the offer. Instead, they increase their power levels to signal their location to Buu. Satisfied with this development, Buu abandons his plan to destroy the Grand Kai's planet and teleports directly to the world of the Kais.
EP 279Supreme Kai and companions observe as Goku battles Buu on a distant planet.
Sep 20, 1995The Supreme Kai, Dende, and Old Kai relocate to a remote planet with a viewing crystal ball to avoid interfering with Goku and Vegeta, inadvertently leaving Hercule and Bee behind. Goku and Vegeta use rock, paper, scissors to determine the first fighter, with Goku winning the match. He transforms into Super Saiyan 2 and attacks Buu, destroying him temporarily, but the enemy reforms. Buu launches a massive energy sphere that Goku deflects, only for Buu to redirect it back into the planet. The resulting impact causes powerful shock waves that severely distort the planetary surface. In response to the escalating threat, Goku decides to power up to Super Saiyan 3.
EP 280Vegeta acknowledges Goku's superior strength after witnessing his resilience against Buu.
Oct 18, 1995Goku and Buu exchange heavy blows, with Buu reforming after a massive Kamehameha. Exhausted, Goku collapses until Vegeta intervenes but fails to defeat Buu. Just as Buu prepares to strike Vegeta, Goku pushes him aside and powers up to Super Saiyan 3 to resume the battle. During the fight, Vegeta reflects on their past encounters and finally admits that Goku is stronger than him.
EP 281Goku's Exhaustion Leaves Vegeta to Face Buu Alone in a Desperate Stand
Nov 1, 1995Goku fights Buu but finds his attacks ineffective due to exhaustion. He offers Vegeta a turn, but Vegeta refuses, citing Buu's overwhelming power. Goku reveals he intentionally prolonged the battle to let Vegeta fight, leaving him drained. Vegeta is horrified by this realization. Goku asks for one uninterrupted minute to power up, warning that Vegeta will cease to exist if he dies while Goku is already dead. Vegeta reluctantly agrees, knowing survival is unlikely. He engages Buu, enduring severe beatings and rising repeatedly despite the pain. Buu eventually wraps his arm around Vegeta's neck to choke him. Goku fails to generate the necessary power within the allotted time, leaving the situation dire.
EP 282Hercule taunts Kid Buu, causing the emergence of Fat Buu from within.
Nov 8, 1995As Kid Buu prepares to strike Vegeta, Hercule intervenes with taunts, redirecting the attack toward himself. Believing the situation is a dream, Hercule attempts to fight but proves ineffective. Before Kid Buu can destroy him, the villain clutches his head in agony, wrestling with his internal psyche. He subsequently expels the dormant Fat Buu, who remains physically separate yet internally present. Witnessing this, an enraged Hercule attacks Kid Buu again, only to be saved by a blast from Fat Buu. Meanwhile, Goku struggles to gather sufficient energy, eventually collapsing in his normal form as his power depletes.
EP 283Vegeta devises a plan to summon Porunga and restore Earth after Fat Buu is defeated.
Nov 15, 1995Kid Buu overpowers Fat Buu while Hercule’s assistance proves futile. Vegeta formulates a strategy, instructing Dende to travel to New Namek with the Supreme Kai and Old Kai to collect the Dragon Balls. Upon summoning Porunga, Vegeta requests two specific wishes: to restore the Earth to its original condition and to resurrect everyone who died since the morning of the World Martial Arts Tournament, excluding those with evil intent. These wishes are granted, resulting in the revival of the planet and all non-evil deceased individuals, including Vegeta himself, who returns to life to demonstrate his change in nature. He then prepares to use the Spirit Bomb to defeat Buu.
EP 284Earth's inhabitants revive as Goku prepares the Spirit Bomb while Vegeta attempts to rally their energy.
Nov 22, 1995The inhabitants of Earth, including the Z Fighters, are resurrected. Goku positions himself to generate the Spirit Bomb, while King Kai assists Vegeta in addressing the global population. Vegeta explains the situation and requests that everyone raise their hands to contribute energy against Buu. However, only Goku and Vegeta’s immediate family and friends respond to the call; the rest of the population refuses to trust the mysterious voice from the sky. Despite Vegeta’s persistent pleas, the majority remain uncooperative. Meanwhile, Fat Buu engages Kid Buu in combat to buy time, though he is struggling in the fight. Consequently, Goku has not yet collected sufficient energy to defeat Buu, leaving the heroes in a precarious position.
EP 285Vegeta fights Kid Buu while Hercule rallies Earth's energy for the Spirit Bomb
Nov 29, 1995Vegeta attempts to persuade Earth's inhabitants to help, but his pleas are ignored. With Fat Buu depleted, Vegeta confronts Kid Buu and suffers a severe defeat. Goku then asks the population to raise their arms, but only a few comply. Piccolo, Gohan, Goten, and Trunks disperse to encourage others, yet most remain indifferent. Hercule finally addresses the crowd, and upon hearing the World Champion's voice, everyone raises their arms to contribute energy. This collective effort allows Goku to complete the Spirit Bomb.
EP 286Goku Launches Spirit Bomb While Vegeta Secures Third Wish for Power Restoration
Dec 13, 1995Goku prepares to throw the Spirit Bomb, but Vegeta blocks the path. Fat Buu restrains Kid Buu, allowing Hercule to rescue Vegeta. Kid Buu kicks Fat Buu away, and Goku launches the attack, but Kid Buu pushes it back with superior strength. Goku exhausts his remaining energy trying to force it forward. Vegeta recalls a remaining wish with Porunga and orders Dende to restore Goku’s power to its normal level. The wish succeeds, and Goku transforms into a Super Saiyan, easily reversing the Spirit Bomb’s direction. He silently hopes Buu becomes a better person and fights him again someday. The attack strikes with full force, permanently destroying the evil Majin Buu after billions of years of destruction, finally bringing him to justice.
EP 287Supreme Kai returns with Dende and Old Kai as Vegeta heals Fat Buu for society's sake.
Dec 20, 1995The Supreme Kai, Dende, and Old Kai return to the Kais' planet. Dende performs final healing on Vegeta and Goku. Hercule discovers the unconscious Fat Buu and requests healing to prevent death. Vegeta opposes this, citing the danger of Majin Buu survival, but Goku supports Hercule by noting Fat Buu saved Vegeta before the Spirit Bomb. Vegeta concedes, and Fat Buu is healed. The group returns to Dende's Lookout to reunite with loved ones. Goku informs his family that Old Kai gave him his life, allowing him to remain on Earth permanently, prompting an emotional reunion with Chi-Chi. Six months later, the remaining wish to Shenron erases all memories of Majin Buu from Earth's population, enabling Buu to integrate into society and restoring normalcy.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many episodes does Dragon Ball Z have?
- Dragon Ball Z has 291 episodes.
- When did Dragon Ball Z come out?
- Dragon Ball Z came out in 1989.
- Which studio made Dragon Ball Z?
- Dragon Ball Z was produced by Toei Animation.
- Who directed Dragon Ball Z?
- Dragon Ball Z was directed by Shigeyasu Yamauchi.
- Is Dragon Ball Z finished?
- Current status of Dragon Ball Z: Finished.