The finale of *Dragon Ball Daima* showcases an intense showdown between Goku and Gomah, with Goku unveiling a new transformation. Fans were eagerly anticipating an explanation regarding the absence of Super Saiyan 4 in *Dragon Ball Super*. However, *Dragon Ball Daima*'s finale does not provide a clear answer to this question, leaving many fans puzzled.
What Happens With Super Saiyan 4 in Dragon Ball Daima's Finale?
In Episode 19 of *Dragon Ball Daima*, the Z Fighters revert to their adult forms thanks to Glorio's wish. Vegeta attempts to defeat Gomah alone but fails, even in his Super Saiyan 3 form. It's then up to Goku, who uses a new power bestowed by Neva, which he later calls "Super Saiyan 4." With this form, Goku manages to hold his own against Gomah, ultimately using his Kamehameha to blast a hole through his adversary and the Demon Realm. This allows Picollo to strike at Gomah, and with Majin Kuu's assistance, they defeat him, liberating the Demon Realm.
Fans expected *Dragon Ball Daima* to clarify Super Saiyan 4's exclusivity to the Demon Realm or its unique unlock mechanism by Neva, but the series does not go down this path. Instead, Goku casually mentions to Vegeta that he achieved this form through training post-Buu, with no mention of a mind-wipe or any other explanation that would reconcile it with *Dragon Ball Super*. This leaves the canonical status of *Dragon Ball Daima* 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. If Super Saiyan 4 were part of Goku's arsenal, it's hard to believe he wouldn't have used it against Beerus in *Dragon Ball Super*, especially with Earth's fate on the line. The lack of any explanation for its absence in *Super* creates a potential plot hole.
A post-credits scene in the *Dragon Ball Daima* finale hints at a possible future plotline involving two more Evil Third Eyes in the Demon Realm. If *Daima* continues and these objects fall into the wrong hands, it could provide a narrative path for Super Saiyan 4's return and subsequent loss by Goku. However, without such a development, the series risks leaving a significant inconsistency that could fuel debates among fans for years to come.
In summary, *Dragon Ball Daima*'s finale does not directly address why Goku never uses Super Saiyan 4 in *Dragon Ball Super*, leaving the issue unresolved and sparking further discussion among the *Dragon Ball* community. For more on *Dragon Ball Daima*, you can catch it streaming on Crunchyroll.
