Dragon Ball Daima's Finale: Why Goku Never Used Super Saiyan 4 in Super

In the thrilling finale of *Dragon Ball Daima*, fans were treated to an epic showdown between Gomah and Goku, who unveiled a new transformation. The anticipation was high, especially among those hoping to see the long-awaited explanation for the absence of Super Saiyan 4 in *Dragon Ball Super*. However, the finale took a different route.

What Happens With Super Saiyan 4 in Dragon Ball Daima’s Finale?

Episode 19 of the latest *Dragon Ball* series marks the return of the Z Fighters to their adult forms, thanks to Glorio's wish. Vegeta attempts to defeat Gomah alone but falls short, even in his Super Saiyan 3 form. This paves the way for Goku to step up, harnessing the power bestowed upon him by Neva in the previous episode, which he dubs "Super Saiyan 4."

Goku's battle with Gomah using this new form is intense and well-matched. He unleashes his iconic Kamehameha, blasting a hole through Gomah and the Demon Realm, allowing Picollo to strike at Gomah's vulnerable eye. Although Picollo's hits are not enough, Majin Kuu delivers the final blow, ending Gomah's reign over the Demon Realm.

As the episode nears its end, viewers expect an explanation regarding Super Saiyan 4's exclusivity or connection to the Demon Realm, but *Dragon Ball Daima* takes a surprising turn. Goku simply tells Vegeta that he achieved this new form through training after defeating Buu, with no mention of any mind-wipe or special conditions. This leaves the canon status of *Dragon Ball Daima* ambiguous and fans puzzled.

Is Dragon Ball Daima Canon to Super?

The introduction of Super Saiyan 4 in *Daima* raises significant questions about its place within the *Dragon Ball* canon. If Goku had access to this powerful form, it's hard to believe he wouldn't use it against Beerus at the beginning of *Dragon Ball Super*, especially when the fate of Earth was on the line. Even if Goku somehow forgot about it, Vegeta, always keen to outdo his rival, would surely remember and utilize it.

The finale's post-credits scene offers a glimmer of hope for resolving this plot inconsistency. It hints at the existence of two more Evil Third Eyes in the Demon Realm. If *Dragon Ball Daima* were to return for another season and these objects fell into the wrong hands, it could provide a narrative pathway for Super Saiyan 4 to reappear and then be lost by Goku. This is speculative, but without such a development, *Dragon Ball* risks creating a significant plot hole that could fuel endless debates among fans.

Thus, *Dragon Ball Daima*'s finale leaves the question of Super Saiyan 4's absence in *Dragon Ball Super* unanswered, sparking curiosity and discussion. For those eager for more content, the anime's intro song offers a delightful addition to the series.

*Dragon Ball Daima is streaming now on Crunchyroll.*