Goku's Super Saiyan 4 Absence in 'Super' Explained by Dragon Ball Daima Finale

In the thrilling finale of *Dragon Ball Daima*, fans witnessed an intense showdown between Gomah and Goku, who unveiled a new form. Many anticipated this episode would shed light on the absence of Super Saiyan 4 in *Dragon Ball Super*. Here's how the finale addresses this intriguing question.

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

Episode 19 of *Dragon Ball Daima* sees the Z Fighters return to their adult forms, thanks to Glorio's wish. Vegeta attempts to defeat Gomah solo but falls short, even with his Super Saiyan 3 transformation. The task then falls to Goku, who harnesses the power given to him by Neva in the previous episode, which he dubs "Super Saiyan 4."

In the finale, Goku uses this new form to battle Gomah fiercely, ultimately piercing his opponent and the Demon Realm with his iconic Kamehameha. This allows Piccolo to intervene and dislodge Gomah's eye, though it's Majin Kuu who delivers the final blows, leading to Gomah's defeat and the liberation of the Demon Realm.

While it seems poised to clarify Super Saiyan 4's exclusivity to the Demon Realm or its connection to Neva, the series takes a different route. Goku casually tells Vegeta that he achieved this form through training post-Buu, with no mention of any mind-wipe, leaving *Dragon Ball Daima*'s canonical status ambiguous.

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. Given its absence during Goku's battle with Beerus at the start of *Super*, where the fate of Earth hung in the balance, it's puzzling why Goku wouldn't utilize such a powerful form. While it's possible Goku simply forgot, Vegeta's reaction suggests otherwise, as he's clearly frustrated by Goku's surpassing him yet again.

A potential resolution is hinted at in the post-credits scene of the *Dragon Ball Daima* finale, which reveals the existence of two more Evil Third Eyes in the Demon Realm. Should the series continue and these items fall into the wrong hands, it could provide a pathway for Super Saiyan 4's return and subsequent loss by Goku. This is purely speculative, but without such a plot development, *Dragon Ball* risks introducing a major plot hole that could spark endless debates among fans.

In conclusion, *Dragon Ball Daima*'s finale does not directly explain why Goku never used Super Saiyan 4 in *Dragon Ball Super*, but it leaves room for future exploration that could potentially resolve this narrative inconsistency. If you're eager for more, you can catch *Dragon Ball Daima* streaming now on Crunchyroll.