"Hey, you guys wouldn't happen to have more of that water, would you?"

Yajirobe only manages to get out a "huh?" before another shock wave envelops them.

Mr. Satan turns to Piccolo with a terrified face "Kid, if you've got any more tricks, now's the time to use them!"

"Me? You taught me everything I know!" Piccolo returns with his own face of horror.

Gohan stands in self-admiration for his new power. He practices making a fist and punching the air. "Yes, this energy is more than sufficient. No foe in the universe can call themself my rival now."

Gohan looks up to the sky; eyes closed. He bathes in the sun passionately as the power stimulates his body in a way he has never felt before. Opening his eyes, he plunges his hand to the heavens and releases an energy beam of a magnitude never before seen. Its diameter stretches nearly half a mile wide. Piccolo and the others look on in horrific awe at the gargantuan blast as it penetrates the sky and disappears into space.

Piccolo clenches his fist and tenses up "I can't just stand here! I've got to defeat him somehow!"

"Don't try it, kid! That monster's way too strong now!" Mr. Satan attempts to keep his pupil from entering the fray again, but Piccolo is too determined. After a lengthy sprint Piccolo finally makes it to Gohan; who stands atop the rubble like a divine being.

"In the name of Satan, I'm taking you down!" Piccolo charges in for an attack. Gohan continues to stand as if to not even acknowledge Piccolo's presence. "Satan Backhand!" Piccolo strikes his opponent with a clean and precise blow.

Gohan continues to look toward the sky with an extremely smug expression. Piccolo stands solid as a rock as he processes what has happened. He didn't even see the kid move, and yet blood drips from his shoulder where his arm was once attached. Still falling to the ground several meters away is his arm. Piccolo cries out in pain and clutches the gaping hole in his shoulder.

"What-What just happened! That's impossible! There's no way!"

Gohan finally turns to Piccolo as if only just noticing him "Oh hello brother. Come to bow before my godly glory?"

"Huh, no!" Piccolo responds with a shaky voice; unable to hide his agony. "I've come to knock some sense into you!" Piccolo attempts to display some bravado despite losing an arm. "I only need one arm to do this one!" Piccolo raises his remaining hand to the level of his face with two fingers extended and pointing upward. Energy begins to charge.

"Go ahead. Give me your best shot." Gohan adds some amusement to his smug expression. "There's nothing you or anyone in the universe can do to touch me." Gohan moves into a divine pose as he waits for the hero's secret technique to fire.

Mr. Satan looks on from a distance. "What's he doing? I didn't teach him that one, did I? I'm going to need to review those tapes when we get back."

"If we get back" Yajirobe responds matter-of-factly.

Piccolo continues to swell energy into his fingertips. The wind increases and creates an atmosphere of tension. A minute goes by. Then another.

"Look, how long is this going to take? I'm beginning to get bored, and you don't want to see what happens when I get bored." Gohan begins to grow impatient as Piccolo charges his completely impractical technique.

"Just give it a minute." Sweat rolls down Piccolo's face as he groans and moans. Occasional sparks emit from his hand.

Gohan goes on "It's no surprise you haven't thought to use this until now, it's completely useless in a real fight."

Another minute passes and Gohan's frustration grows. "I'm serious brother, If this is some kind of joke I'll give you a fate far worse than the release of death!"

"I said give it a minute!"

"You said that a minute ago!"

"I know, it's just… Look it takes a long time to charge this but it's going to be really cool when it's done, trust me!"

Gohan lets out an irritated groan. "This is idiotic! Cool or not no technique should make its target endure such a torturous wait! You saw that cool energy blast I made a moment ago right? How long do you think it took me to charge that? Hardly a second, that's how long! And that's not just because of how awesome I am! It's just a matter of respect!"

"I'm done."

Gohan continues to rant, not hearing the words of his half brother.

Piccolo lets out a quick laugh before continuing. "Believe it or not I came up with this one on my own. Satan Beam Cannon!"

Gohan only gets half a "huh?" out before his eyes meet Piccolo's attack, which has already reached the point right between his eyes. The world seems to pause for a second as the spiraling death ray emitted from Piccolo's fingers meets its target. There was no time for Gohan to react. In the next moment, a blinding light accompanied by a deafening rumble encased the battlefield.

Within the burst, in what seems like slow motion, Gohan's head swings back with his eyes rolling upward into his head. The conclusion is not yet clear, but Piccolo's attack had landed his mark. Gohan's body twisted mid-air along with the spiral of the beam. Piccolo bellows a muffled roar. The battle seems over. It appears that Gohan has under-estimated the abilities of his foe.

That is until the world pauses a second time. A chill runs down Piccolo's spine as Gohan freezes in the air. The beam no longer controls the torsion of his little body. It now bursts in a spray as Gohan moves forward in defiance. A menacing smile stretches across his face as his eyes return to meet Piccolo. Time resumes its normal speed with a brilliant burst. Piccolo, not Gohan, is sent shredding across the earth.

"My, that was more magnificent than I had anticipated. However, I hope you now grasp the difference in our power." Gohan instantly positions himself hovering above Piccolo. He lets out a powerful energy blast that sends Piccolo many meters down into the stone and soil.

Meanwhile, Mr. Satan watches from the sidelines with his jaw dropped. Behind him, Yajirobe has already tipped the hovercar back upright and starts the engine.

"Huh, what are you doing!?" Mr. Satan protests Yajirobe's actions.

"Dude, get in. We're getting the hell out of here."

"Oh right, good thinking." Mr. Satan prepares to enter until guilt enters his mind. "Wait! We can't just leave him! He's my greatest pupil!"

"You'll find another one. Or not. Who cares. I'm leaving, with or without you."

Mr. Satan Groans and looks back to the sight of a massacre. Gohan continues to toy with Piccolo, who is barely retaining his consciousness. "Oh man. This is a tough call. Yajirobe, just wait a second. I got a plan." Mr. Satan hesitates for a moment before shaking it off and charging in. "Don't you worry champ! Satans going to save your soul!"

Mr. Satan transitions from a run to flight as he bursts toward Gohan and Piccolo. Gohan pauses in amusement. He dangles a nearly motionless Piccolo by the shirt. "So the guardian appears. I was beginning to think you'd run away like a coward."

"Huh! As if! The only one who should be running is you! It seems you don't know my name, well I'm going to need to fix that. See around these parts they call me Mr. Satan. And that boy you've got your grubby little hands on is my property."

"Satan, huh? So you're responsible for instilling those ridiculous maneuvers into my brother."

"That's right! He's a through and through Satan worshiper, and you've been messing him up! See I don't like it when people mess with my boys, makes me mad. So now the devil's going to collect his dues! Get ready for an early grave half-pint!" Mr. Satan stares down Gohan with a menacing glare. Heavy sweat begins to pour down his face, dulling the illusion of confidence he attempts to portray.

"Those are some very tough words. I'd ask if you had the strength to back them up, but everyone knows the devil can't touch a god."

Mr. Satan jerks back in hesitation. "Heh, You already know I'm also the guardian of this world. You might be surprised what kind of secret techniques I have in store."

"I find it very doubtful that anything you can do could surprise me."

"Oh, believe it! See Piccolo there is only my pupil. I've got a move so deadly and awesome that it was too dangerous to even teach him, or else the whole planet might have exploded! Hehe!"

Gohan pauses briefly with intrigue and considers humoring the man. "Very well, I'll give you one chance. Oh, and for your own sake it better not take five minutes to charge!"

"First, Piccolo."

"What about him?"

"Hand him over, I'll show you this move, but not with him around. I don't want any collateral."

Gohan responds with an irritated look. He looks at the unconscious Piccolo briefly before tossing him over. "Very well. I can finish disposing of him any time I want."

Mr. Satan turns and looks for Yajirobe. It takes him a moment of scanning before he sees the spec of the hovercar and the trail of dust behind it as it zooms away. "Damnit, Yajirobe!" Mr. Satan lets out a grumble and props Piccolo on his shoulder. "You did good kid, now it's Satan's turn to save the day. Hercule Power Throw!" Mr. Satan launches Piccolo at a piercing speed, shooting him through the air until he collides with the vehicle driven by Yajirobe.

Yajirobe reacts with a gasp as Piccolo lands in the back seat. Upon seeing Piccolo he calms back down. "Oh, sweet, you made it. Here, senzu bean, bro. He pops the bean into Piccolo's mouth.

Mr. Satan watches as the hovercar disappears from view. He turns back to Gohan. "Follow me."

The two warriors glide to a clearing. Mr. Satan takes his signature stance. Gohan stands across from him with impatience. A moment passes and Mr. Satan yet to launch an attack.

"What's the holdup? Oh, don't tell me, you don't have anything do you."

"No, that's not it!" He takes a big gulp before proceeding. He takes some steps toward Gohan until the two of them stand squared up. "I'm about to show you the meaning of pain little man!"

"I'm waiting, old man."

Mr. Satan raises his palm to prepare for a strike. He begins to gather energy in his arm. He lets out a mighty roar before stopping. He jumps back startled, much to Gohan's confusion. He points behind the saiyan and shouts. "L-Look over there! What on earth is that!" A puzzled Gohan turns to see the source of Satan's outburst. "Haha! Gotcha, you dirtbag! Satan Trick Shot!" Mr. Satan plunges his powered elbow into Gohan's neck. The strike emits a mighty burst of light and power. "Ha, serves you right! You little gremlin!" but as the light fades the truth dawns on him.

"Did the idea actually just cross your neanderthal brain that a stunt like that would actually work?"

Mr. Satan is taken aback. His last hope for victory has evaporated. "Huh? Honestly. No. Not really."

"So, not only have you managed to waste my time, but you were well aware of your incompetence. You've done it. You've made me furious. Forget any hopes you may have had for mercy. When I'm done with you there won't be anything left to send to the next life!"

Mr. Satan trembles. He has no desire to die in a place like this. He darts his eyes around to search for a means of escape. Gohan takes a step forward, which draws Mr. Satan's focus back to him. He realizes the only choice he has is to fight for as long as he can.

He retakes his fighting stance. Knowing he only has moments to live, he leaps forward with a spin kick "Hercule power kick!" Gohan doesn't even flinch as he bounces off of the boy. Mr. Satan doesn't give up. He resumes his attack the moment he hits the ground. "Satan double chop!" He lands both palms on Gohan's shoulders from behind. He screams a battle cry as he leads right into a kick.

This time, Gohan responds by vanishing, then reappearing with Mr. Satan's leg in hand. With an effortless twist, he tears it right off from the knee down. He follows with a light energy blast that sends Satan flying across the landscape with a bloody trail. Mr. Satan struggles to get up. Thoughts race through his head as he coughs blood.

"I'm sorry Piccolo, you were like the son I never had." He manages to get to his knees. "Videl, You were also kinda like the son I never had." He uses his energy to levitate the rest of his body. "And Miguel, Please don't be serious about the divorce. Not that it matters anymore." He prepares his body for one final attack. "Okay, runt. This is it! I'm ready for you!" The hero dashes forward with all his speed. He puts his hand into a fist and with a mighty wind-up, he lashes at the boy. "Hercule ultimate punch!"

The punch never has a chance to land. Mr. Satan is fully enveloped in a wave of light that vaporizes him instantly.

Gohan powers down from his Super Saiyan state. He walks over to a pile of rubble with a stern face. "Get out, uncle, I can smell your cowardice from here!"

The stones shift as Raditz pops out shaken. He goes to his knees while quivering "Mercy, Nephew! You wouldn't kill your own uncle, now would you!?"

"Quit your pathetic sniffling, I have no need to erase you now. Unlike those other two fools, you were at least intelligent enough to not betray me. Pray you maintain that basic level of mental cognition. If you can manage that then there is a place for you under my feet."

"Yes, your greatness! anything you say!" Raditz gets up, careful to keep his distance from Gohan.

"we're going now. It's time I unveil myself to these wretched people as their new king, nay, their new god!"

The pair of evil saiyans zip away toward Central City to make a horrific announcement. With its guardian now dead, the fate of Earth now hangs by a thread. Can anyone stop these evildoers? Or will the world forever be doomed under the reign of the tyrannical super saiyan!