Dragon Ball Takes a Shot at Goku as Vegeta Lays Out His Biggest Flaw In a Single Sentence

Week after week, Dragon Ball Daima continues to retcon some of the franchise's most significant lore. However, the brilliance of the latest installment lies in how it integrates new elements without undermining the solid foundation laid by Akira Toriyama. Instead of destroying the original narrative, it enhances it, as seen with the revelation that Majin Buu's true creator, was a concept introduced by Toriyama himself. While these retcons propel the series forward, Daima also pays homage to some of the best and quirkiest aspects of the original story.

Episode #10 of Dragon Ball Daima features Goku and Vegeta's reunion in the Demon Realm's second world. While fans anticipated a more joyful and unique encounter, their trademark bickering resumes, with Vegeta highlighting Goku's biggest flaws in just four words. Though it might seem like a joke, Vegeta's remark carries deeper significance, emphasizing Goku's selfish tendencies.

Vegeta Highlights Goku's Selfish Trait Without Fail

Goku Has Always Been Selfish, and Vegeta Is Eager to Point It Out

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Episode #10 of Dragon Ball Daima, titled "Ocean," follows Goku as he reunites with Vegeta and the others in the Second World of Daima after his plane is attacked and destroyed by a Kraken, a sea monster native to the region. Catching up to their plane, Goku warns them about the creature, advising them to fly higher to avoid its grasp. When Piccolo thanks Goku and asks if he came all this way just to warn them, Goku casually reveals that he actually needed a lift since his own ship had just been destroyed.

In response to Goku’s selfish comment, Vegeta scoffs and remarks, “So it’s about you,” highlighting Goku’s selfish tendencies. While Daima continues to explore the Saiyans’ quirky bond, defined by constant bickering, Vegeta’s observation holds weight. Goku has repeatedly demonstrated his self-centered nature, as seen in recent episodes. After learning that Vegeta’s group had arrived in the Demon Realm, Goku dismissed the suggestion to wait for them, insisting they would catch up. Instead, he proposed fighting Tamagami for a Dragon Ball, exemplifying his tendency to prioritize battles above all else.

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While Goku’s charm has won the hearts of countless fans, making him instantly likable, his selfish desires reveal that no one is without flaws. Despite his outwardly heroic nature, there has always been a hidden side to him. Daima embraces Goku’s selfishness when it comes to fighting, but previous installments have also showcased numerous instances where his self-centeredness in battle takes precedence.

Goku Has Always Been Selfish

Many Moments From Previous Installment Underscore His Selfish Trait

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For a character like Goku, who has been an iconic hero to fans worldwide for decades, it’s difficult to imagine him possessing a selfish trait. However, Akira Toriyama has consistently woven this aspect into Dragon Ball’s protagonist. One of the most notable examples of Goku’s selfishness is his role as a parent. Throughout the series, Goku frequently neglected his children in favor of pursuing battles. Even his interactions with them often revolve around fighting and training them to become warriors.

After the events of the Cell Saga, Goku chooses to remain in the afterlife, despite knowing he could be revived using the Dragon Balls from Namek. Instead, it’s implied that he spends his time training and participating in world tournaments. When it is revealed that Fortuneteller Baba can bring Goku back to Earth for 24 hours, he decides to use this opportunity to fight Vegeta in the Earth’s tournament rather than dedicating the remaining time to his family.

While Goku’s neglect of his children in favor of fighting highlights his selfish nature, his most selfish act may be forcing his son, Gohan, to face Cell. Fans have debated for decades whether Goku could have defeated Cell himself had he gone all out. If true, Goku’s decision to push Gohan into the fight suggests he was selfishly motivated, wanting to witness his son grow stronger and surpass him. While Goku’s judgment was ultimately correct, showcasing his battlefield genius, he was also nearly proven wrong, highlighting his single-mindedness.

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Despite all of Goku’s admirable qualities, it’s refreshing to see that the iconic hero also possesses an imperfect trait. His simple-minded, fight-focused nature has played a key role in making him the best fighter and the ultimate Z Warrior, showcasing how immense passion and a focused goal can lead to remarkable results. With Vegeta summarizing Goku’s biggest flaw in four words in the latest installment, it’s clear that Dragon Ball Daima is embracing Goku’s imperfections rather than portraying him as a flawless hero.