Dragon Ball Z: Broly - The Legendary Super Saiyan

Dragon Ball Z: Broly - The Legendary Super Saiyan

Year: 1993

Runtime: 70 mins

Language: Japanese

Director: Shigeyasu Yamauchi

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As the legend foretold. While the Saiyan Paragus persuades Vegeta to rule a new planet, King Kai alerts Goku of the South Galaxy’s destruction by an unknown Super Saiyan.

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1

King Kai senses the south galaxy's destruction

King Kai senses the destruction of the south galaxy and identifies a powerful Super Saiyan as the culprit. He contacts Goku telepathically, warning that the north galaxy is likely the next target. Goku begins to track the mysterious energy to locate the source of the threat.

Immediately after the south galaxy's destruction Space, South Galaxy
2

Earth picnic interrupted by Paragus' invasion

On Earth, a spaceship interrupts a peaceful picnic and Vegeta confronts the alien invaders. Paragus introduces himself as the mastermind behind a new Saiyan planet and claims Vegeta's throne awaits. He asserts that a Legendary Super Saiyan is rampaging through the galaxy, enticing Vegeta to join his cause.

During picnic interruption Earth
3

Group boards the ship to New Vegeta

Gohan, Future Trunks, Krillin, Master Roshi and Oolong accompany Vegeta aboard the alien ship. The group heads toward Paragus's domain to confront the looming threat. Along the way, they prepare for the unknown dangers of New Vegeta.

En route to New Vegeta Space aboard the ship toward New Vegeta
4

Arrival on New Vegeta and meeting Broly

Upon arrival on New Vegeta, Vegeta meets Paragus's son Broly, who joins him in tracking the mysterious Super Saiyan. Broly's mere presence hints at an unprecedented power. The two begin their pursuit together.

On arrival New Vegeta
5

Exploring New Vegeta and slave revelations

Gohan, Trunks, and Krillin explore New Vegeta and discover it is largely uninhabited except for alien slaves. The slaves reveal that a Legendary Super Saiyan destroyed their civilization and the masters abuse them. Gohan and Krillin defend the slaves from the abuse.

Early after arrival New Vegeta
6

Goku arrives and meets Paragus

Goku arrives and is greeted by Paragus, who recognizes him as Bardock's son. Paragus invites Goku and the others to dinner at the palace. The gathering foreshadows possible alliances while hinting at Paragus's true motives.

Shortly after arrival New Vegeta Palace
7

Broly's agitation and mind-control begins

Broly is agitated merely by Goku's presence. Paragus activates a mind-control device linked to Broly's headband, attempting to pacify him. However, the device only provides a temporary calm as tension continues to simmer.

Night New Vegeta
8

Broly breaks free and becomes Legendary Super Saiyan

Broly breaks free from the mind-control and transforms into the Legendary Super Saiyan. He attacks Goku while Trunks and Gohan defend him, and Vegeta falters, losing the will to fight. Paragus observes with a mixture of relief and fear as Broly's power erupts.

Night New Vegeta
9

Backstory revealed: Broly's power and King Vegeta's past

Paragus taunts Vegeta and reveals Broly's backstory: he was born with a power level of 10,000 and was feared by King Vegeta, who ordered his execution. He also notes Bardock's final stand against Frieza on the day the planet fell. The two escape into space, protected by Broly's strength.

During confrontation New Vegeta / Space
10

Paragus's plan and the comet threat

Paragus explains his plan to use Broly to exact revenge on King Vegeta's bloodline and to conquer Earth, turning it into New Planet Vegeta. He warns that a comet is headed for New Vegeta and will destroy the planet upon impact. The revelation intensifies the urgency of the conflict.

Approaching catastrophe New Vegeta
11

Piccolo arrives and heals the team

Piccolo arrives and heals the wounded with Senzu Beans, reviving Goku, Gohan, and Trunks. The team regroups and continues to press the fight against Broly, though they remain outmatched. Piccolo's intervention restores morale and focus.

During standoff after arrival New Vegeta
12

Vegeta's pride returns and challenges Broly

Vegeta's pride returns and he challenges Broly, briefly matching his power before being incapacitated. The duel exposes the limits of Vegeta's strength against the Legendary Super Saiyan. Goku signals readiness to intervene as the battle escalates.

Climax New Vegeta Battlefield
13

Paragus is killed by Broly

Paragus attempts to escape in a small space pod but is confronted and killed by Broly. His death marks a turning point as the manipulator is removed from the equation. Broly's fury continues to burn unchecked.

Finale Space near New Vegeta
14

Goku draws on allies' ki and defeats Broly

Goku calls for help and receives ki from his allies, albeit reluctantly. He unleashes a piercing blow that destabilizes Broly's enormous power. The Legendary Super Saiyan's aura wavers as his strength finally wanes.

Final clash New Vegeta / Space
15

Comet strikes and New Vegeta is destroyed; escape to Earth

The comet reaches New Vegeta and destroys the planet as Broly's power explodes. Goku, his allies, and the enslaved survivors escape aboard Piccolo's spaceship bound for Earth. They cheer their survival as they depart for home.

Catastrophe moment New Vegeta destruction / Space en route to Earth

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