Dragon Ball: Yo! Son Goku and His Friends Return!!

Dragon Ball: Yo! Son Goku and His Friends Return!!

Year: 2008

Runtime: 35 mins

Language: Japanese

Director: Yoshihiro Ueda

AnimationActionComedyScience FictionAdventure

After Majin Buu’s defeat, Goku and his companions head to Mr. Satan’s newly opened hotel for an all‑you‑can‑eat banquet. Their celebration is interrupted when Vegeta’s younger brother Tarble arrives, warning them that the ruthless twins Abo and Cado have ravaged his world and are now heading for Earth, prompting the heroes to prepare for another battle.

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Timeline & Setting – Dragon Ball: Yo! Son Goku and His Friends Return!! (2008)

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Time period

Two years after Majin Buu's defeat

Set in the post-Majin Buu era on Earth, roughly two years after Buu's defeat. The world enjoys a fragile peace that is punctured by the sudden arrival of a new threat. The events unfold in a present-day Earth setting, during a family reunion that tests the heroes.

Location

Earth, Mr. Satan's hotel

The setting is Earth, centered on Mr. Satan's hotel where a post-defeat banquet unfolds. The hotel serves as a luxurious stage for heroics and reunions among Earth’s fighters and their families. The venue is damaged during the battle with Aka, reflecting the chaos of the clash. After the chaos, the guests return to the remaining portions of the hotel to continue the feast.

🌍 Earth 🏨 Hotel setting 🗺️ Setting

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Main Characters – Dragon Ball: Yo! Son Goku and His Friends Return!! (2008)

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Piccolo (voice)

Piccolo remains calm and strategic during the clash with Aka. He blocks Aka's attack to shield the others and steps in to guide the younger fighters. He embodies a mentor's role, offering tactical advice during the Fusion attempt.

🧠 Strategist 🛡️ Protector 🗡️ Warrior

Tarble (voice)

Tarble travels from a distant planet to Earth, seeking help against Abo and Kado. He explains that their father King Vegeta deemed him weak and exiled him. He introduces his wife Gure, and pleads for aid to protect his world.

🧭 Ally 👽 Alien 🕊️ Family

Goku (voice)

Goku returns to the front lines following Buu's defeat. He uses his combat experience to counter Aka and ultimately defeats Aka with a Kamehameha after a feint trap on Vegeta. He ends the day with lighthearted banter during the banquet.

💪 Hero 🔥 Saiyan

Vegeta (voice)

Vegeta throws down against Abo and Kado, showing his characteristic pride and power. He is drawn into Goku's ruse when Goku tricks him into looking away during the decisive strike. He pushes toward the peak of power, briefly flashing Super Saiyan during the clash.

💪 Rivalry ⚡ Power

Goten (voice)

Goten, encouraged by Gohan, starts the battle by engaging Abo and Kado; his teamwork with Trunks is evident. He and Trunks fuse into Gotenks after a tough training of the Fusion Dance, gaining power and confidence. As Gotenks, they quickly turn the tide against Aka before the fusion is tested by adversity.

🧒 Young 🧠 Quick Learner

Trunks (voice)

Trunks fights alongside Goten, demonstrating courage beyond his years. He and Goten perform the Fusion Dance, resulting in Gotenks, a new combination of their strengths. As Gotenks, he helps deliver the decisive strike that begins to turn the battle in humanity's favor.

🧑 Teen 🧭 Strategist

Gohan (voice)

Gohan guides the younger fighters, offering calm mentorship during the crisis. He helps coordinate their efforts and supports Piccolo's strategic moves. His presence reinforces the balance between power and intellect in defending Earth.

🧠 Scholar 🛡️ Protector

Abo (voice)

Abo is one of Frieza's soldiers who arrives to spread havoc on Earth. He merges with Kado into a larger, more dangerous form, Aka, to counter the heroes. He fights with ferocity but is ultimately overcome by the Earth's defenders.

🗡️ Fighter 👹 Villain

Kado (voice)

Kado, Abo's partner, demonstrates cunning and resilience as he battles the Earth warriors. He fights alongside Abo and participates in the fusion that creates Aka. He ends up on the losing side when the heroes counter the threat.

⚡ Power 🌀 Mischief

Gure (voice)

Gure is Tarble's wife, an alien humanoid who accompanies him to Earth. Her presence highlights the international and interstellar alliance developing around Tarble's plea for help. She partakes in the celebration once the battle ends.

👽 Alien 💫 Supportive

Mr. Satan (voice)

Mr. Satan hosts the banquet at his hotel, eager to celebrate Earth’s perceived victory. His celebrity status and enthusiasm provide a lighthearted counterpoint to the battles. Despite the chaos, the celebration resumes after Aka is defeated, showcasing his influence in public morale.

🎭 Celebrity 📰 Newsworthy

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Major Themes – Dragon Ball: Yo! Son Goku and His Friends Return!! (2008)

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👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Bonds

The story centers on the bonds between Goku, Vegeta, and their families. Tarble's arrival pulls the heroes back to familial duties, reminding them that their strength is linked to those they protect. Goten and Trunks' fusion showcases how teamwork and mentorship carry young fighters toward greater power. The banquet setting underscores the theme of communal support and shared history.

⚡ Power & Rivalry

Facing Abo and Kado hailing from Frieza's remnants, the heroes push their limits. Goten and Trunks fuse into Gotenks, demonstrating growth and teamwork under pressure. Goku and Vegeta escalate into their Super Saiyan forms, encapsulating Saiyan pride and competition. The clash is both a test of power and a display of strategic ingenuity.

🎉 Resilience & Celebration

Apart from the battles, the story is about resilience—rebuilding the hotel and continuing the banquet even after Aka's assault. The heroes adapt to chaos, keeping faith in their friends and the Earth’s safety. The ending shows the fighters returning to the feast, reaffirming a sense of community and celebration despite destruction.

Last Updated: October 04, 2025 at 16:39

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