Episode 27 | Dragon Ball (dub)

: Triggered by the moon, Goku transforms into a Great Ape (Oozaru), breaking free from the attack but losing his senses and rampaging through the tournament building.

: " The Return of Goku "—Goku finally arrives back on Earth to face Nappa and Vegeta. Dragon Ball (Dub) Episode 27

: Critics often cite this episode for its "Chekhov’s Tail" setup—reintroducing Goku's tail earlier so the transformation feels organic—and for providing one of the series' most effective cliffhangers. : Triggered by the moon, Goku transforms into

: The blast appears to vaporize Goku, leaving his friends in despair. However, it is soon revealed that Roshi actually targeted and destroyed the moon itself, forcing Goku to revert to his human form and ending the immediate threat. Thematic Significance : The blast appears to vaporize Goku, leaving

: Jackie Chun uses a dangerous electrical attack called the "Thunder Shock Surprise" (20,000 volts) to immobilize Goku. Goku is on the verge of surrendering when he accidentally looks at the full moon.