TransformationFirst seen: Episode 95

Super Saiyan

Super Saiyan (SSJ)

スーパーサイヤ人

Used by Son Goku in Dragon Ball Z

Description

The legendary transformation of the Saiyan warrior race, said to appear only once every thousand years. Goku first transforms during his battle with Frieza when Krillin is killed. Hair turns golden and stands upright, eyes become blue-green, and power multiplies by 50x base power. The screaming intensity of Goku's transformation against Frieza became one of anime's most iconic moments.

Power & Effect

50× base power multiplication; golden hair; heightened speed and strength

Trivia & Notes

  • Goku first transforms when Frieza kills Krillin — rage and grief triggering the transformation
  • The transformation was so unprecedented Frieza's inner circle didn't know what it was
  • Later refined into Super Saiyan 2 (100×), Super Saiyan 3 (400×), and beyond

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