Hello this is my first fanfiction, one written from one of the many ideas floating around in my head. I have not read a similar story yet, however as I have not been reading on the site for years and years if another has existed I apologize and it is purely coincidence. I loved writing this and I hope you enjoyed reading it. I am open to all criticism as I am looking to become a better writer. Anyway the main idea behind this story is what would have happened if Goku did not have his tail permanently removed while training with Kami. In my story a saiyan losing its tail is a loss to the body which results in a slight loss in power and potential. "Slight" being a relative term, in actuality it amounts to about 20%. At any given time a saiyan without his tail is always weaker then he would be if he still had possessed one.
23rd World's Martial Arts Tournament
Goku stared confidently at his opponent, a small smirk on his face displaying his excitement. He had spent the last 3 years training under the Earth's Kami after he defeated King Piccolo, he was eager to test his new strength on someone might be able to keep up. The seriousness of the outcome of the battle, the reality that the fate of the Earth and everyone on it depended on him had not yet donned on him.
Across the arena stood his challenger, arms crossed standing tall with a smirk of his own. He was even more eager than Goku to begin their battle. He had after been preparing his whole life for this one fight. He had surpassed his father/original by a significant margin and he was sure this foolish man in front of him would soon fall to his evil power. His eyes were he filled with evil intentions as he dropped his arms and assumed his fighting stance.
Outside of the boundaries of the arena watched Goku's friends, nervously awaiting the start of the match. None were more anxious then Krillen, as he had felt the demons power first hand in his own match, and he feared for the safety of his best friend. Chichi was the most confident, after all her new husband had defeated beat King Piccolo as a boy. She was certain her man would defeat this new threat.
Goku's smirk dropped as he heard the sound of the giant gong signaling the start of the match. He did not drop in his combat stance however. Instead he watched his enemy carefully waiting for him to make the first move.
Piccolo wasted no time. He charged at Goku head on. His speed was so great that nobody in the audience could see his movements. Even great martial arts such as Master Roshi could not see more than a blur when he moved. As he reached his target he aimed a punch directly at Goku's head. Using every ounce of strength and using his momentum to his advantage, he would not be surprised if this one blow killed this fool.
Goku had not moved since Piccolo had started his charge. As Piccolo's fist was inched away from making contact he raised his arm and grabbed his enemy by the wrist. Stopping the powerful attack and shocking all those present at his speed and strength.
NONE more shocked then Piccolo himself. His mouth dropped open momentarily; he quickly recovered his resolve and threw an additional punch with his free hand.
It struck Goku directly in the mouth. Much to his horror however Goku had only moved a few inches and he seemed to simply shrug it off.
"Hey well done Junior". "You ARE much stronger than your father"!
"Shut up fool"! "I don't need praise from simpletons like you"!
Goku smirked. Still holding Piccolo's wrist, he grabbed his arm at the elbow with his free hand and twist turned his body. Flinging Piccolo overhead and into the arena floor with a loud and powerful THUD, shattering the tile floor and leaving Piccolo in a small body sized crater.
There was gasps and silence around the arena.
Goku stood patiently nearby, waiting his for his opponent to recover.
"I've been preparing for your arrival Junior". He said as Piccolo began to emerge. "I am stronger then you are, and I will always stand in your way as long as long as you plan to control the Earth".
"As if any training could prepare you for ME"! Was Piccolo's only response as he prepared to attack again.
This time however Goku did not wait for him to make the first move. Zooming across the arena, he crouched and delivered a devastating blow to the green man's lower gut. This was followed through quickly with powerful kick to chest. Sending Piccolo slamming into the wall of the spectator's area with a loud crash, and technically ending the match.
"Well that's it folks, Goku is the NEW MARTIAL ARTS CHAMPION OF THE WORLD"! Announced the official commenter of the fight.
"SILENCE"! Screamed a now enraged Piccolo. "I'm not here for fun and games"! "I'm here to KILL this naïve fool, and begin my rule of this pitiful little world"!
Re-entering the arena Piccolo growled lowly. He removed his cape and his turban as they did nothing but restrict his movement in a fight, and beating this fool would be far more difficult than he had imagined. He would have to resort to his new technique.
He grunted as he began to glow slightly. Then suddenly he started to grow dramatically!
The audience trembled in fear and began to flee as the green man was soon nearly 100 feet tall.
"HAHA HAHA HAHAHA" laughed the enormous demon as he looked at his tiny nemesis.
The Z-Warriors all gasped in horror. This was an utter nightmare!
Goku however merely took his fighting stance for the first time since the match began. "Good trick, but it won't work on me"!
"HAH, WE"LL SEE ABOUT THAT INSECT"!
Piccolo quickly brought down his massive foot on the area where goku had previously been standing. Smashing through the arena and making the entire area trembled under his massive strength. Goku however had leapt to the side and pushed off the arena towards the demons face.
As he reached eye-level with him he raised both his hands to his own face. "SOLAR FLARE"! He screamed. Blinding light filled the area. Any not wearing glasses was forced to turn away quickly.
Piccolo howled in pain as he took the full force of the light. Covering his face and stomping around widely, causing nearby standing structures to collapse under the massive quakes.
Goku landed back in the arena, determined to end this now before his massive opponent caused any serious damage the nearby city. He cupped his hands together and took one step forward.
"SUPER KAMEHAMEHAAAA"! He yelled at the top of his lungs. A massive beam shot forward toward the gigantic demon. Hitting him dead center and completely overtaking him. Launching him miles out of the arena and over the horizon.
"HUURAAY GOKU DID IT"! "HE'S THE GREATEST"! Yelled his friends in celebration.
Goku smiled and gave a quick thumbs up before flying off in the direction he had fired his beam.
"Where is Goku headed"? Asked Yamcha "He must be going to make sure that blast finished off piccolo" deduced the old turtle hermit. "Good idea! We should all follow him just in case" said an eager Krillen.
Yamcha, Krillen, and Tien all took off to act as backup if needed. None could really sense the demon's life force but they were taking no chances.
Meanwhile Goku stood over Piccolo's motionless body. He had reverted back to his normal size after crashing into the ground, his remains cloths were tattered and burned. Both arms were severely burned as he apparently had tried to shield himself. After a brief moment of examining Piccolo, Goku smiled and reached into his pocket and pulled out a small bag filled with green tiny beans.
Krillen and the others touched down as Goku placed the bean in Piccolo's open mouth. "Thank Kami you got him Goku". "Not that we doubted you or anything"! Said a relieved Krillen. "But we can't afford to take any chances with this one".
Suddenly Piccolo burst out of the dirt and shot into the sky, hovering above. "HE'S ALIVE"! Screamed the humans present in terror.
"You WILL regret this day Goku". "I WILL NOT REST UNTIL YOU LAY DEAD AT MY FEET". Laughing the green skinned demon flew away in as he swore to avenge his own defeat. "Enjoy this small victory will you can"!
"I'll be waiting for you Piccolo, I beat you once and I will do it again". Thought a confident Goku.
Meanwhile far above the Earth watched an old man with the faintest of smirks on his face. His pupil had succeeded in defeating his evil half. He had considered taking matters into his own hands and showing up himself to assist, But knowing the full capabilities of his student he decided to let him fight on his own and become the hero he was destined to become. Satisfied he walked back to his throne. The guilt he had felt for ages for being responsible for unleashing such an evil upon the Earth had finally lifted of his conscience.
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Well that's it for chapter 1 folks! Let me know what you think. Next begins the Saiyan Saga! I chose to begin at the 23rd martial arts tournament because that is where this story splits from the cannon. The Earth's moon was never restored after Master Roshi destroyed it.
Chapter Power Levels.
Goku- 390
Piccolo- 315 (Giant form 340)
