The finale of *Dragon Ball Daima* features an intense showdown between Gomah and Goku, who unveils a new transformation. Fans eagerly anticipated an explanation for the absence of Super Saiyan 4 in *Dragon Ball Super*, and the finale does address this, albeit indirectly. In episode 19, the Z Fighters revert to their adult forms thanks to Glorio's wish. Vegeta attempts to defeat Gomah but fails, even with his Super Saiyan 3 power. Goku then steps in, utilizing a new form bestowed by Neva, which he dubs "Super Saiyan 4."
With this new form, Goku engages Gomah in a fierce battle, ultimately using his iconic Kamehameha to blast through both his opponent and the Demon Realm. This allows Piccolo to intervene, although it's Majin Kuu who delivers the decisive blows, leading to Gomah's defeat and the liberation of the Demon Realm.
However, *Dragon Ball Daima* does not provide a clear explanation for Super Saiyan 4's absence in *Dragon Ball Super*. Goku casually mentions to Vegeta that he achieved this form through training after defeating Buu, with no mention of any memory erasure. This leaves the series' canonical status 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. If Super Saiyan 4 were truly part of Goku's arsenal, it's puzzling why he didn't use it against Beerus in *Dragon Ball Super*, especially with Earth's fate hanging in the balance. While one could argue Goku might have forgotten the form, Vegeta's reaction to being surpassed again suggests otherwise.
A potential resolution appears in the post-credits scene of the *Dragon Ball Daima* finale, where it's revealed that two more Evil Third Eyes exist in the Demon Realm. If the series continues and these objects fall into nefarious hands, it could pave the way for Super Saiyan 4's reintroduction and subsequent loss by Goku. This is speculative, but without such a development, *Dragon Ball* risks creating a significant plot hole that could fuel endless debates among fans.
Thus, *Dragon Ball Daima*'s finale leaves the question of Super Saiyan 4's absence in *Dragon Ball Super* unanswered, hinting at potential future developments. For more on the series, check out the intro song for *Dragon Ball Daima*.
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