The Multiverse of Dragon Ball Z: How Many Times Have Goku and Vegeta Died?

Dragon Ball Z is a supercharged series where characters can seemingly die and come back to life at will. But just how many times have the iconic characters Goku and Vegeta died? Let's explore the timeline and the various timelines where they have faced death and near-death experiences.

Dragon Ball Z Timeline

Within the Dragon Ball Z timeline, Goku and Vegeta have faced numerous deaths, each of which has been pivotal to their character development.

Goku's Deaths and Near-Deaths

First Death: Raditz

Goku's first death occurred during the battle against Raditz. (Dragon Ball Z Episode 1)

Second Death: Cell

Goku's second death happened while he was fighting Cell. He used instant transmission to save Earth before the explosion, teleported Cell away, and ultimately sacrificed himself. (Dragon Ball Z Episode 165)

Third Death: Kid Buu

Goku's third death came during the battle against Kid Buu, where he used the Spirit Bomb to defeat the villain. Afterward, he decided to stay in the Other World to train. (Dragon Ball Z Episode 288)

Vegeta's Deaths and Near-Deaths

First Death: Majin Buu

Vegeta's first death occurred during the battle with Majin Buu. He sacrificed himself to destroy the threat. (Dragon Ball Z Episode 271)

Second Death: Goku

Vegeta's second death was during the fight against Goku in the greatest fight of their lives, leading to serious injuries and effectively a death. (Dragon Ball Z Episode 272)

Third Death: Frieza

Vegeta's third death was caused by Frieza, although what occurred was a bit more complex. A mix of Frieza's destruction of Earth and cell detonation nearly ended Vegeta's life. However, Whis reversed time to bring Vegeta back. (Dragon Ball Z Episode 201)

Other Timelines

Dragon Ball Z's multiverse concept suggests that characters can have a significant number of lives. Here are some additional instances from different timelines:

Goku's Third Death in the Main Timeline

According to the main timeline, Goku's third death happened to him during the fight with Zamasu. Zamasu swapped bodies with Goku and killed him in the other body. (Dragon Ball Super Episode 73)

Vegeta's Death in the Main Timeline

Vegeta's death in the main timeline was at the hands of Zamasu, who killed him in the body swap after taking over Goku's body. (Dragon Ball Super Episode 73)

Goku's Death in a Separate Timeline

Goku's death in a separate timeline occurred when Zamasu swapped bodies with him. Goku died in Zamasu's body, but was brought back by the Tournament of Power. (Dragon Ball Super Episode 73)

Vegeta's Death in Another Separate Timeline

Vegeta's death in another timeline was also due to a body swap, this time with Hit. Vegeta took the form of Hit and was killed. (Dragon Ball Super Episode 138)

Golden Frieza and Tournament of Power

It is also worth mentioning that both Goku and Vegeta had near-death experiences in the Tournament of Power, nearly being eliminated by Golden Frieza. Goku and Vegeta's involvement in the game of death shows their resilience and determination in the series.

Conclusion

The multiverse of Dragon Ball Z has allowed Goku and Vegeta to have numerous lives, with each experience shaping their growth and character development. Whether it's sacrificing themselves or facing near-death situations, these events have become integral parts of their stories.