Dragon Ball Nu
Volume 3: Chapter 11
Gohan has won the World Martial Arts Tournament and his prize is his tail back, thanks to the wish of Vegeta. Unknown as to why the Z-Fighters have also just come into contact with Dabura the King of the Demon Realm. How will our heroes respond to the threat? What will become of Shenron? Just what plan will the Supreme Kai have in place for Babidi? Find out this time on Dragon Ball Nu.
'My tail is back?! Then the sky darkening WAS Shenron!' Gohan looking around trying to hide his suddenly appearing tail from the view of the audience. The tail wrapping around one of Gohan's legs to blend in. The crowd cheering as the announcer and Hercule present Gohan with the prize for winning the tournament.
"Shenron really was destroyed." Piccolo a mix of emotions. "Whoever Dabura is will pay."
TSK! Shin, Kibito, and Gowasu appearing in front of Vegeta and Piccolo. "Dabura will be a dangerous foe. He is not to be taken lightly."
"And just who the hell are you?! Are you with this Dabura character?" Vegeta charging the Supreme Kai ready for a fight.
"VEGETA STOP!" Piccolo shouting as Vegeta halts mid-charge. "He is the Supreme Kai! He's on our side!" Piccolo recognizing Shin from his visit years ago.
"Piccolo is right Vegeta. I am not your enemy." Shin speaking in a much lighter tone than before. "Where is Gohan? We need him too."
"He is still at the tournament, receiving his prize now."
Shin closing his eyes and sensing all energies around him. "Ah. There is Gohan's power. I can sense he tapped into the power he's had locked inside. That's good we will need the extra power on our side." Now commanding Vegeta and Piccolo. "Grab on you two this will be much quicker." The two obliging. TSK!
"Ladies and gentlemen thank you for coming out! Let's get one more awesome cheer for this year's contestants!" The crowd roaring at the finish of the tournament as Gohan finally makes his way back to the waiting area.
"What is going on?!" Gohan looking around before beginning to move his tail around. "Who would…" Suddenly Gohan was met with Shin, Kibito, Gowasu, Piccolo, and Vegeta. "Supreme Kai?!" Quickly taking a bow.
"Now need for the formalities Gohan. We need to go, now." Shin's tone ringing loud and clear with Gohan.
"HEY GOHAN! CONGRATS!" Videl running towards the young warrior while Goten and Trunks follow not too far behind. "That was incredible Gohan. I would've never guessed you were so strong!"
"Thanks guys!" Realizing Videl is about to find out just how different he is. "I'm really sorry Videl. I need to go early…" Turning to Goten. "Hey, Goten do me a favor. Tell Mom I am fine and Piccolo, Vegeta, and I have some… business at the Lookout."
"No way! Can I come?" A tinkle filling his little brother's eye.
"No Goten. Please you and Trunks need to stay here. You need to let the others know what is going on." Trying to get his brother to agree, but being met with discontent.
"Fine." Goten pouting and walking out. "Why does Gohan always get to have all the fun?" Grumbling as he walks to meet up with the others.
"Sorry Goten."
"Trunks! You go with him too! Tell your mother where we are going." Vegeta barking orders.
"Alright Dad." Trunks looking disappointed as well following behind Goten.
"We need to get going. Time is of the essence."
"We are ready." Gohan turning to Videl. "Sorry, I will catch up with you later." Gohan placing a hand on Shin.
"Oh… okay Go-." TSK! The group vanishing before Videl's eyes. "-han. What in the world?" Looking around the room. "They just disappeared."
The group reappearing at the Lookout where they are met by both Dende and Mr. Popo. "Oh my, Supreme Kai!" Dende bowing to the Kai. "What brings you to back Earth?"
"Hello Dende. I'm afraid Babidi has made his first move, and we need to prepare ourselves. There is no telling what his plans are and with his magic he also is nearly unpredictable." Shin looking concerned to the point of near worry. "We need strong warriors. Dabura alone is a big threat, and there is no telling how many more Babidi has brought under his cause."
"What exactly is his cause? Why is he doing this?" Dende curious.
"It's because you and Pikkon were able to defeat him all those years ago, isn't it?" Gohan recalling the story from his time in Other World. "Pikkon and the Supreme Kai worked together to defeat a creature named Majin Buu and Babidi wants revenge for it."
"That's right. The evil wizard we know today as Babidi had a father who was the original controller of Majin Buu… his name was Bibidi. After we defeated Majin Buu Bibidi was punished for his misdeeds against the universe." Shin shaking his head. "Things are different now. Babidi doesn't have Majin Buu… instead he is working with Dabura. Dabura is the King of the Demon Realm. He and his kind have always wanted revenge on the Kais. We locked them in their own realm and prevent them from coming to the surface world. That is until Babidi's magic became strong enough that he can travel through the barrier blocking off the Demon Realm."
"So what? We have three of the strongest warriors in the galaxy right here on Earth." Vegeta scoffing at the idea.
"Vegeta, Dabura and his demons are unlike any threat that you've known before, and with Babidi's magic they may be even stronger. This threat is not to be taken lightly." Shin clenching his fists.
'Darn it. I know Dad really wanted to stay in Other World all those years ago, but we could really use the extra power and numbers on our side.' Gohan shaking his head. "So what's the plan?"
"Well we need to gather strong fighters to protect the galaxy. With Babidi now making his first move we need to really be prepared."
"Then we need to get Cardoon and bring him along too." Gohan placing his own recommendations for the team. "Ack!" Wincing. "Sorry, I need to take this." Crunch. Gulp! Swallowing a senzu bean to heal the damage done by the poison. A sudden burst of energy erupting. "Ah, much better."
"I believe there are some warriors on New Namek as well who can help in this fight. They will want to help if they know New Namek could really be at risk again." Piccolo knowing Neris, Batu, and Iolin could all help aide in the fight.
"We need to hurry then. Gohan, can you go and get Cardoon?" Shin then turning to Piccolo. "Once we get him we will go to New Namek. I can take us all there."
"Got it." Piccolo glancing at Dende who takes the hint loud and clear. Tsk! Gohan teleports back to retrieve Cardoon from the Earth below.
"Guardian of New Namek, Tzippy. Supreme Kai can you ask him ahead for me? He and I don't always see eye to eye and he may not take what I say very seriously." Dende feeling embarrassed.
"Of course I can, but wouldn't it just be easier to speak to the warriors directly?"
"Oh, right. I didn't think of that." Dende using telepathy to call out. "Neris, Batu, Iolin it's Dende. I am calling out with the Supreme Kai, and we need help. The whole galaxy could be in trouble."
"Supreme Kai?!" Neris looking totally shocked. "I've never heard of such a deity. What is going on?"
"We can explain that later. We need to know if you can help."
The three Namekians nodding in response as Neris gives his answer. "Yes. We can."
"Fantastic." Shin interrupts to the shock of everyone. "We will come by to get you soon. I look forward to meeting you." Thinking to himself. 'If these friends are close to as strong as Gohan, Vegeta, and Piccolo I think we may have a chance.'
"Y-yes Supreme Kai."
Tsk! "Hey guys, did I miss anything?" Gohan still helping a recovering Cardoon. "What did the Namekians say?"
"We are going to get them shortly." Piccolo crossing his arms.
"Wait. Before we leave, Vegeta we need to talk." Everyone freezing. "What were you doing with the Dragon Balls, and why do we have our tails back?" Gohan's tail finally whipping out.
"Grrr. That's not important now!" Snapping.
"It is Vegeta. For all we know Shrenon is what brought Dabura to Earth! We need to know what you are doing." The two locking eyes.
"Hmph! Fine. Your father and I have been talking, and he finally got some sense. He wanted to be brought back from the Other World, but he wanted to make it a surprise. I was told if I collected the Dragon Balls I could make a wish then use the last two to bring back Kakarot and King Kai."
"Dad planned on coming back!?"
"Gohan, Vegeta I'm sorry, but there is no time to dwell on this now we need to go." Shin attempting to bring focus back to everyone. "Come everyone, we need to go to New Namek at once." The two begrudgingly preparing for departure.
'I'm sorry Dad. I wish you were here.' Gohan feeling bitter and utter defeat. TSK!
"I hope they return safely." An empty breeze whisking across the Lookout.
"They will Dende. Don't worry." Mr. Popo trying to comfort his friend. "In the meantime Dende we should focus on trying to rebuild Shenron." Receiving a nod of agreement as the two begin their own work.
"Mr. Popo, I also have an idea. Let's get to work." Leading the way.
Meanwhile… "Babidi, I've destroyed the source of the magic. What is our next move?" Dabura anxious to have his revenge.
"Now we begin our plan." Babidi stepping out onto a cliff face overseeing the mostly barren planet. Thunderous ripples quake through the air. "I believe our army is ready to begin our plan for revenge. HAHAHA! We will destroy the last of the Kais first then WE will be the ones who control the scales of justice."
Babidi has finally made his move and now our heroes are building a force to stop them. Gohan, Vegeta, Piccolo, Cardoon, Neris, Batu, and Iolin. Will our heroes be enough to stop the coming magical force of evil? Just who will come out victorious and what is Dende's secret plan? Find out next time on Dragon Ball Nu!
Author's Note: As Volume 3 comes to a close I would like to thank everyone for all of the support. I hope if you have any comments about the progress of the story leave them for me to read! If you are enjoying the story and want to spread the word I would appreciate it! I am going to be taking another two month break between Volume 3 and 4. Be on the lookout. Also as of now, unless I come up with more ideas, Volume 4 may be the final volume. So extra time may be needed to help me come up with an ending I feel is right for this saga. Thank you all for the continued support, and I will see you next time.