#kaio-ken

[bobauthorman]

"KAIO-KEN!"

"Kaio-what?"

POW!

[sweetescapeartist]

Hello there! Those are good in-depth character and ability examinations and explanations! I'm very happy to get to look into them!

I have a question regarding the Wolf Fang Fist. It's been a while since I've looked back to see it, but you said it functions similarly to the Kaio-ken technique, in that it increases Yamcha's strength, reaction time, and senses. Is there a particular source you're using for reference on this info, or is it an observation you made? I tried looking at the Dragon Ball Wiki, but I can't find anything about that bit of info.

Hey! And thank you!

To answer your question... There is no particular source that states what I claim. The similarity between the Wolf Fang Fist & Kaio-Ken is just an observation I made. However, what's said and shown in the manga is what lead me to the conclusion that the two techniques are similar.

A similar example is Instant Transmission. The Yardrats created the Instant Transmission technique that Goku knows, while the Supreme Kai have a similar teleportation technique that is far more advanced & doesn't rely on pinpointing the energy of someone you know.

Another instance is from the DBS manga continuity where Vegeta learns Forced Spirit Fission which is a technique similar to the Genki Dama/Spirit Bomb. There are other techniques that are similar to each other despite being developed separately & at different times. The Wolf Fang Fist & Kaio-Ken appear to be one of many instances of techniques being similar.

DID VEGETA KNOW THE KIENZAN?

No, Vegeta doesn't know the Kienzan. There are just similar types of techniques. VEGETA HAD AN ATTACK LIKE THE KIENZAN: THE KAMEHAMEHA

Both the Wolf Fang Fist & Kaio-Ken are techniques where the user enhances their battle power and physical abilities without becoming super buff like Roshi's Full Power form or SSJ Grade 3 & losing speed. The Kaio-Ken & Wolf Fang Fist share a similar principle to that, but they are techniques that not only increase strength but also speed.

WOLF FANG FIST:

The Wolf Fang Fist technique is shown in Dragon Ball chapter 8 & 37. The Neo Wolf Fang Fist is in 117. Yamcha channels a wolf spirit and his physical abilities are enhanced. We have never seen him use the technique combined with a ki blast. Yamcha becomes faster and stronger & reacts quicker. But as for how great of an increas this is? That is unknown.

KAI-O-KEN:

Similarly, the Kaio-Ken technique enhances the physical abilities, but also energy attacks. It is performed by controlling the ki in the body for a burst of energy.

The regular Kaio-Ken is like an advanced version of Wolf Fang Fist that can be multiplied. This is why I at times call the Wolf Fang Fist the "mortal Kaio-Ken." Same principles, but the technique King Kai taught is much more advanced.

I think it would've been cool to see Yamcha create a Wolf Fang Fist with multipliers after he trained under King Kai. Less stress on the body than the Kaio-Ken, but still gives an increase in power. But since enemies became so strong, not even techniques like the Kaio-Ken would have been much help for any character. Is it really worth it to damage yourself while fighting an enemy who is far stronger than Super Saiyans? The risk is way higher than the reward.

EXTRA:

Could Yamcha have possibly used a his Wolf Fang Fist technique or a twist on it after the Freeza Saga? Yes. Because most techniques don't have to be said in order to activate them. So, it is possible that Yamcha used an advanced version of the Wolf Fang Fist technique on the Cell Jr. he fought. But the Cell Jrs. can defeat Super Saiyans so... Using it against an opponent that strong doesnt add up to much.

The next time Yamcha used something like the Wolf Fang Fist was in "Yo! Son Goku & His Friends Return!" where a wolf spirit appeared behind him when he used the Spirit Ball technique to save Bulma, Puar, & Oolong. So lukely a mixture of the Wolf Fang Fist & Spirit Ball. Sadly, Yamcha doesn't fight in DBS even though he has regained his fighting spirit was shown in the OVA "Yo! Son Goku & His Friends Return!" & in the Tournament of Power Saga of the DBS anime (which was frustratingly played up for mediocre comedy). But we do get a scene in DBS EP 70 when Yamcha uses the "Wolf Fang Pitch."

I hope we see him use the Wolf Fang Fist again in the main series and that he has advanced it by learning how to multiply it or something.

[dragon-ball-meta]

I know he never got the chance to go to King Kai's planet, but do you think any of Krillin's fights would have gone differently had he learned Kaioken?

I don't think he'd be killing Freeza or anything with it but maybe he wouldn't have been shafted at the ToP.

First and foremost, I don't believe he was "shafted" in the Tournament of Power. Secondly, the Kaioken is a technique that damages the user. While intense training over time can reduce the strain on the user's body, it's still not something that can just be used willy-nilly, or long-term without consequence. Goku learning the Kaioken makes sense; he has a naturally more robust body, being a Saiyan, and even stands to benefit after recovery. Krillin, or any of the other humans? They don't have that benefit. Using it could actually result in permanent damage to their bodies, actually shortening their time as a warrior, barring senzu, healers, or Dragon Ball wishes at their disposal. Krillin and the others would be better served finding other means of gaining a boost in strength.

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Goku vs Vegeta

Kamehameha vs Galick-ho

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[megaartist923]

Went to a friend's and he was going a bit of black and white drawing, so I decided to do one as well. I ended up doing Super Saiyan Blue Kaio-ken Goku from the Dokkan Battle card "Next-Level Strike: Super Saiyan God SS Goku". I'll prolly be doing another drawing or two today, I've got a few requests/promised pics lined up (You guys know who you are :3).

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Another cross-post from Twitter.