Here are a list of
the attacks used in DBZ. Some have Japanese names either due to an English
one not being created yet, or because there is more than one attack
with the same English name. There are other moves. These are just the
main ones.
Split Form
This is a technique used by Tien where he splits himself into four different
entities. Each Tien entity created can fight and be attacked. The only
problem with this move is that each of the four entities of Tien only
has a quarter of the power and the speed than if there was only the
one original Tien. Later in the series Piccolo and Cell learn how to
use this move also.
Big Bang Attack
A huge bolt of incredible destructive power, used only by Vegeta. In
fact it was one of the first attacks Vegeta developed as a Super Saiyan.
He holds one palm flat, directs it out towards his enemy and then launches
the devastating blast. It is the way that he finishes many opponents
off.
Body Change
The leader of the Ginyu Force, Captain Ginyu, uses this attack. He spreads
his limbs out, and then shouts "Change Now!" shooting out
a bolt of energy, and when contact is made with his target, he changes
bodies with that person. After that he gains the strength and speed
of his target, but not his own special techniques. After changing bodies,
Ginyu can still do yet another Body Change if he should choose to. It
is first introduced to DBZ in the fight between Captain Ginyu and Goku.
Burning Attack
This is Future Trunks' trademark attack. After coming back from the
future, during the battle with Frieza, he first introduces this awesome
maneuver. He holds out both hands forward, index fingers and thumbs
touching, and then unleashes a powerful energy blast. This is the attack
that finally killed off Frieza for good.
Chou Kamehameha
This is almost an exact replica of the Kamehameha, but with a couple
of differences. It is far more powerful, and is capable of causing more
extreme amounts of damage. The downside is that it takes far longer
to charge up, and can in fact take a toll on your body. It also uses
a lot more energy, meaning you can't maintain it for as long as a regular
Kamehameha. This is outdated as the series goes on though, with bigger
and better attacks such as the Genki Dama (Spirit Bomb) being learnt.
Crusher Ball
An attack performed by Jeice, a member of the elite fighting squad known
as the Ginyu Force, the crusher ball contains an awful lot of power.
It is a large ball, about the size of a basketball, which is bright
in tone, and orange in color. Jeice balances this on one hand, then
throws it at his opponent. This is his special attack, and we see him
use it against Goku, narrowly missing, but causing enough distraction
for Ginyu to gain the upper hand.
Death Ball
This is a small ball of energy that Frieza can create from either the
tip of his finger or with both hands. While small, it is very powerful,
and can even destroy planets. In fact he used this attack to destroy
both Planet Namek and Planet Vegeta (Gokus home planet). He also
attempts to destroy Planet Earth with this monstrous technique, but
is soon to be prevented by Future Trunks.
Destructo Disk
This in my own personal opinion, is one of the most effective attacks
in the whole DBZ series. It is a flat, disc-shaped energy blast, which
can be used to slice through its target with deadly accuracy. Krillin
was the first person to have ever possessed this incredible technique,
and has the skill to control the destination of the attack as well.
He would have killed the almighty Nappa, during the battle with the
Saiyans on Earth, if it werent for Vegeta warning Nappa at the
last moment not to touch it. Krillin also uses this attack to slice
off Friezas tail during the battle on Namek. Many other DBZ characters
like Vegeta, Frieza, Cell and Android 18 have their own variations of
the Destructo Disk.
Eye Laser
This is an attack which can prove very useful to the user. The attacker
concentrates his or her energy, then lets loose with two compact beams,
one from each eye. The strength of the beams is dependant on that of
the user, but it tends to be powerful enough to finish off opponents
of approximately the same strength. The first time we see anyone using
this is when Piccolo does it whilst training Gohan. It doesn't cause
any damage to him, but that's because Piccolo purposely made it weak.
Frieza can also use this technique.
Gallic Gun
The Gallic Gun is basically Vegeta's answer to the Kamehameha. He powers
up the blast exactly like the Kamehameha, but when he releases the blast,
his hands are both palm-forward. It truly looks quite awesome, but not
quite enough to beat Gokus Kamehameha in the Saiyan Saga.
Genki
Dama
One of Goku's most powerful techniques, which he learned from King Kai
while training in the Next Dimension. The Genki Dama (Or
Goku's Spirit Bomb in English) is a large ball of energy gathered from
every living life source in the local surroundings, which lend him their
energy. However, the main weakness that this attack possesses is that
it takes a lot of time to gather the energy for a Genki Dama. Whilst
he sticks his arms up in the air, preparing to receive all of this energy,
Goku is defenseless and open to attack.
Instantaneous Movement
This is one of Goku's most popular techniques, one that essentially
allows him to teleport to any place where he can sense Ki. He learnt
this whilst on Yardrat, after Namek had exploded. He uses this a lot
in the series, and in films too, as it proves a useful ally to him.
Kaioken
Taught to him by King Kai whilst training in the Next Dimension,
this is primarily a power-up move. When Goku uses this technique, he
flares up and gains a large boost to his speed and power. Goku can also
use this as multiplied power to his Kaioken. At first, he shouldn't
have been able to go past 2 x Kaioken without seriously endangering
himself, as warned by King Kai, but eventually can increase the power
of the Kaioken to around a 20 x Kaioken.
Kakusandan
Krillin used This technique during the fight with the Saibamen. He shoots
a blast from each hand, controlling the blasts so that they merge and
then directs it above the heads of his enemies. Thereupon he splits
the blast again into many smaller ki bolts that rain down upon his enemies.
A very effective technique which wiped out virtually all of the Saibamen.
Kamehameha
The Kamehameha is a technique created by Master Roshi. It is a huge
blast, which is charged up, and held behind the firer in cupped hands,
then brought forward to release a large blast of energy. Goku later
develops the ability to control the direction of the blast, shoot one
from his feet, or with a single hand. He almost defeated Vegeta with
this awesome attack, with the help of a little Kaioken. His son Gohan
also learns to use this powerful move, as does Yamcha, Krillin, Tien,
Goten, Cell, Cell Junior and Majin-Buu.
Tri-Beam
The user places his hands to form a triangular shape, and then concentrates
enough energy to power it up. He/She then rains down on the opponent
with blasts of incredible power. It is used by Tien, and is his more
powerful attack. The major downside to it though, is that because of
its sheer strength, it drains the life force of the user, with the possibility
of killing him/her. As long as the user stays alive though, they can
fire as many Tri-Beam's as they wish.
Masenko
This is Gohan's trademark energy blast, and is fairly powerful. Gohan
powers up a blast over his head with both his hands, one palm behind
the other, then brings his hands down in front of him to fire the blast.
He uses this move fairly often in Dragon Ball Z.
One-Finger Beam
A fast, sharp cutting beam shop out of one finger, used by Frieza. This
beam contains amazing power for its demeaning size, and can slice through
almost anything. Cell also uses this attack, due to knowing all Frieza's
techniques, and kills Trunks with it. Frieza managed to kill Vegeta
and Trunks with his attack, although it wasn't strong enough to so much
as hurt SSJ Goku.
Recoome Kaboom
Essentially a mouth beam, this attack is performed by the showoff member
of the Ginyu Force - Recoome. He opens his mouth wide, and emits a blast
of incredible power, capable of destroying much of the landscape. It
is his most powerful attack, and almost kills Vegeta upon him using
it. If he would have got a hit, it would have certainly finished the
Saiyan off.
Renzoku Energy Dan
A machine gun Ki attack, used by pretty much anyone who knows how to
form balls or beams of energy. It is fairly powerful, especially if
the defender is caught off guard, as many beams can be fired home, and
the ones that hit have more power than the last. It is good as a distraction
tactic too, firing a few of them before charging up a really big attack
to finish it off. The disadvantage is that this attack can take its
toll on the attacker, due to the large energy drain.
Solar Flare
This technique is originally Tiens. The user puts his hands in
front of his face, says "Solar Flare," and lights up very
bright, so much that he blinds his opponent. This technique was used
a lot throughout Dragon Ball Z. Tien taught this move to both Goku and
Krillin, which comes in handy during the fight with the Saiyans.
Special
Beam Cannon
This is certainly Piccolos most powerful move in the whole series.
A pair of penetrating blasts from two fingers, one going straight into
contact, whilst the other coils around the first for drilling power.
This thunderous attack can go through anything it hits, and eventually
blows up when it hits something big enough. Cell and Cell Junior also
learn how to use this devastating technique.
Spirit Bomb
An attack used by Yamcha, which isn't even close to having the power
that Goku's possesses. It is far quicker to charge up though, and doesn't
feed off the energy of the planet. We first see this used when Yamcha
was in the room of Spirit and Time, fighting against some Saiyans. He
gathered the energy in one hand, held onto his wrist with the other,
and let rip with the beam, which didn't cause too much damage.
Time Freeze
One of the best attacks ever used in DBZ, Time Freeze completely stops
time for as long as the caster can hold their breath. This is usually
about half a minute. Whilst this attack is up, the user may use any
energy attacks that he/she wants to, and annihilate their opponent.
Guldo is the only one whom we see use this, and he does it very effectively,
using it to get himself out of trouble. It is one of his special moves.
Zanzoken
This is a technique used by all of the powerful warriors. They move
so fast that they leave an after image behind, making it look like they
are somewhere else. The most famous use of this is probably when Goku
did it to avoid Frieza's cutting disc attack. It allows the user to
attack from another point, catching the enemy unawares.
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