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Episode 140

Goku Gains Speed

January 11, 1989

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Dragon Ball - S1 - E140

As the battle between Tenshinhan and Goku rages, Goku unloads a heavy burden, one that may shift the balance in the extraordinary showdown. All eyes turn to Tenshinhan as an embarrassing moment spurs him to make a dangerous choice.

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Dragon Ball: Season 1 - 64 Episode s

1x90 - The Dodon Wave
December 2, 1987
The third match becomes a showdown between Kuririn and Chiaotzu! Kuririn is bewildered by Chiaotzu’s strange techniques!! Flying freely through the air, Chiaotzu fires a “Dodonpa“, the same technique used by the assassin Tao Pai-pai! It turns out that Tao Pai-pai is actually the Crane Hermit’s younger brother!! After learning that Goku defeated Tao Pai-pai, the Crane Hermit orders Chiaotzu to kill Kuririn! Cornered, Kuririn resolves to using a Kamehameha!!
1x91 - Counting Controversy!!
December 9, 1987
The Kamehameha that Kuririn fired hits Chiaotzu head-on! Angered, Chiaotzu uses his psychic powers to prevent Kuririn from moving, and attacks him! But Kuririn realizes that Chiaotzu releases his psychic powers through his hands, and instantly throws out a math question! He then defeats Chiaotzu as Chiaotzu tries to use his hands to do the calculations!! That night, Goku is attacked by the Crane Hermit! However, Tenshinhan enters and stops him, vowing that he will defeat Goku in their match!!
1x92 - Goku Enters the Ring
December 16, 1987
Goku’s turn has come at last! His opponent is the popular action star, contestant Panputto! But Panputto’s manager is afraid of Goku’s strength, and right before the match he tricks Goku and takes him away! As Goku is on the verge of losing by default, through Lunch’s help he barely manages to make it to the match on time! The match then begins, and Goku wins in the blink of an eye! Goku has already acquired strength above the level of an ordinary human!!
1x93 - Tien Shinhan vs. Jackie Chun
December 23, 1987
The first match of the semi-finals ends up being a matchup of Jackie Chun versus Tenshinhan! Before the match, the two both burn with fierce fighting spirit!! The match then begins! Jackie uses a multi-fold Zanzouken, but Tenshinhan splendidly breaks through it!! Having made light of Jackie, Tenshinhan is overwhelmed by his strength! Meanwhile, seeing that Tenshinhan possess power greater than he imagined, Jackie begins to feel that a new age is coming!!
1x94 - Stepping Down
December 30, 1987
It’s the blazing white-hot match of Jackie versus Tenshinhan! Tenshinhan gets serious, and uses the Taiyou-ken! Flinching at the flash, Jackie is downed by a knee kick! After standing back up, Jackie tries to persuade Tenshinhan to walk on the true path. But Tenshinhan realizes that Jackie is the Turtle Hermit, and fires a Kamehameha of all things! Jackie deflects the Kamehameha, and jumps down from the arena, willingly receiving an out of bounds loss!
1x95 - Goku vs. Krillin
January 6, 1988
Having won through Jackie’s out of bounds loss, Tenshinhan is completely unable to understand what has happened! He then willingly meets with the Turtle Hermit and questions him on his reasons! The Turtle Hermit says that it is because the time has come for him to gradually turn the era over to the young heroes. He then again tries to persuade Tenshinhan to walk on the true path. Tenshinhan’s heart has begun to gradually turn. At the tournament grounds, Goku and Kuririn’s very first fight has begun! The two fight at full force, not holding back!!
1x96 - Tail's Tale
January 13, 1988
A battle where neither side gives an inch unfolds in the semi-finals! Kuririn has grown far more since last time, but Goku has become even stronger than that!! As Kuririn begins to be gradually pushed back, he takes advantage of an opening and grabs Goku’s weakness, his tail! But this doesn’t affect Goku, who during his training strengthened even his tail!! Goku moves at such high speeds that he can’t be seen and attacks Kuririn, knocking him from the arena and winning the match!!
1x97 - Final Match: Goku vs. Tien
January 20, 1988
The morning of the finals at last arrives. There’s a big clamor at the tournament grounds as it overflows with people trying to watch the match! Seeing this, Goku burns with fighting spirit!! Meanwhile, Tenshinhan is moved by the Turtle Hermit’s words, and heads to the arena as if to stop his uncertainty. And then the final round begins at last! Once the match begins, the two immediately launch into a grand, intense battle!! But Tenshinhan has seen through Goku’s fighting style, and attacks as if pressuring Goku for a response. Goku is in a great pinch!!
1x98 - Victory's Edge
January 27, 1988
Tenshinhan uses his secret technique, the Haikyu-ken, to smash Goku into the floor! But Goku gets up easily, and faces Tenshinhan not with the power he uses for matches, but rather the power he uses for battle! Their techniques smash furiously against each other! Goku’s Zanzouken is effective, and Tenshinhan is downed!! Tenshinhan uses his even more secret technique, the Taiyou-Ken, but Goku counters it with sunglasses and instead Tenshinhan is the one to be knocked down! The two continue their super-intense match, but Goku’s condition suddenly becomes strange!!
1x99 - Tien's Insurrection
February 3, 1988
Goku has suddenly become unable to move his body! This is due to Chiaotzu’s psychic powers!! He sealed up Goku’s movement on the Crane Hermit’s orders. But Tenshinhan realizes the Crane Hermit’s trick, and puts a stop to it! The heart of a proper martial artist has sprouted in Tenshinhan!! The Crane Hermit is mad with rage, but he is knocked off into the distance by the Turtle Hermit’s Kamehameha. And then this time for sure, Goku and Tenshinhan’s earnest match begins!!
1x100 - The Spirit Cannon
February 10, 1988
To test Goku’s ability, Tenshinhan uses his still even more secret technique, the Shiyou-ken! Two arms appear from his back, and Tenshinhan attacks with all four arms!! But Goku continues his attack without even flinching! In order to decide the match, Tenshinhan resolves to use his ultimate secret technique, the Kikouhou (Energy Cannon)! It’s a frightful technique that has destructive power many levels greater than the Kamehameha! The arena is then completely blown away by the Kikouhou!!
1x101 - The Fallen
February 17, 1988
The Kikouhou has left both fighters weary and exhausted. With all of their energy gone and the stage destroyed by the Kikouhou, Tenshinhan and Goku plummet towards the Earth, with the first to touch down losing the match! A new Champion is crowned today!
1x102 - Enter King Piccolo
February 24, 1988
Kuririn is dead! As Goku sets out on a quest for revenge, his friends attempt to learn the identity of Kuririn's killer. All clues lead to the Turtle Hermit's past and an evil that could destroy the world!
1x103 - Tambourine Attacks!
March 2, 1988
Piccolo Daimao has begun his sinister plot to restore his power and take over the world. All he needs are the seven Dragon Balls and all of the Tenkaichi Budokai participants - dead.
1x104 - Mark of the Demon
March 9, 1988
The evil Piccolo Daimao has sent his henchman, Tambourine to kill all the warriors that could foil his plan. Goku, in an effort to avenge Kuririn's death, is defeated by Tambourine and left stranded. He runs into a strange mountain man - but is he friend or foe?
1x105 - Here Comes Yajirobe
March 16, 1988
Lost in the wilderness, Goku fights for his honor after a mountain boy accuse him of stealing his fish. Meanwhile, the Turtle Hermit and company desperately search for a means of stopping Piccolo Daimao from obtaining the Dragon Balls and annihilating all martial artists!
1x106 - Terrible Tambourine
March 23, 1988
Tambourine continues his seek-and-slaughter campaign of martial artists as he sets his sight on victim eight: Yamcha! The Turtle Hermit takes Tenshinhan and Chiaotzu on a cross-country race for the Dragon Balls, as they try to stay ahead of the competition, Piccolo Daimao and his dastardly horde. Meanwhile Goku attempts to persuade mountain-boy Yajirobe to hand over his Dragon Ball to help save Kuririn!
1x107 - Tien's Atonement
April 6, 1988
Tambourine closes in on Goku and Yajirobe as the two warriors engage in a cross-country chase - of each other. Meanwhile, to obtain a Dragon Ball Tenshinhan must first atone for the brutality of his past.
1x108 - Goku's Revenge
April 13, 1988
The final showdown between Goku and Tambourine is here! As Goku fights to avenge Kuririn's death, the Turtle Hermit, Tenshinhan, and Chiaotzu continue their race against Piccolo Daimao for the Dragon Balls. However, Piccolo Daimao is out to get those responsible for Cymbal's demise, and the trail leads him to Goku!
1x109 - Goku vs. King Piccolo
April 20, 1988
Son Goku must stand alone as he faces the wrath of Piccolo Daimao. Without aid, and protecting the One-Star Dragon Ball, Goku defends his life as the dastardly alien seeks revenge for the deaths of Cymbal and Tambourine, two of his prized soldiers. The Turtle Hermit finds himself between a rock and a hard place as he quests for the Three-Star ball.
1x110 - Piccolo Closes In
May 4, 1988
Exhausted, bruised, and alone, Goku makes a final stand against the seemingly indestructible Piccolo Daimao. As the Turtle Hermit and others continue their pursuit of the Dragon Balls, it becomes clear that the trail leads to the dark forces of Piccolo Daimao and judgment day for our heroes.
1x111 - Roshi's Gambit
May 11, 1988
Global destruction is one wish away if Piccolo Daimao succeeds in calling fourth the Eternal Dragon. The Turtle Hermit answers the call for a hero by placing himself between the creature and the remaining Dragon Balls. However, in his attempt to save the world, he may pay the ultimate price.
1x112 - King Piccolo's Wish
May 18, 1988
Piccolo Daimao has called forth the Eternal Dragon. The Turtle Hermit is down, Tenshinhan can't get up and Chiaotzu is scared stiff. With no one to oppose him, Piccolo Daimao prepares to make a wish, which if granted, could become the world's greatest nightmare!
1x113 - Siege on Chow Castle
May 25, 1988
The invasion has begun! A youthful Piccolo Daimao sets out to vanquish the world, sector by sector, and he's starting out with the peaceful inhabitants of the King's realm! Meanwhile, Goku hopes to regain his strength by visiting Karin Tower, if he can climb it, exhausted and frail.
1x114 - Conquest and Power
June 1, 1988
Goku's reunion with Karin is filled with hope and disappointment as the hero receives shocking news! Meanwhile Piccolo Daimao attempts to force the King's obedience through a horrific display of brutality towards his kingdom and subjects as Tenshinhan prepares for the long journey to learn the secret of the Mafuba.
1x115 - Awaken Darkness
June 15, 1988
Something stirs in the cold, deep black below. Moans bellow from a hallow cavern beneath the ice. The Dark is alive! And it calls for Goku, as he sets out on a dangerous quest to find the Super Spirit Water. One sip could mean amazing power - or painful death!
1x116 - A Taste of Destiny
June 22, 1988
Goku and Yajirobe seek the Super Spirit Water, a mystical beverage that will grant either great power or death. But surprise follows surprise as Goku finally finds Darkness, the keeper of the Super Spirit Water. After Goku proves himself worthy, Darkness allows him to drink the perilous potion. But will he be empowered or perished?
1x117 - The Ultimate Sacrifice
June 29, 1988
Tenshinhan masters the Mafuba, deciding to use it against the evil Piccolo Daimao. One problem: if used against an opponent the Mafuba will kill its user! Meanwhile Goku and Yajirobe return to Karin Tower where Goku discovers his new powers and is given another Kinto'un. Can Goku reach Piccolo Daimao before Tenshinhan sacrifices himself?
1x118 - Prelude to Vengeance
July 6, 1988
Piccolo Daimao has declared annihilation of the world, one sector at a time. First up, Metro West, home of Bulma's parents. Tenshinhan, having mastered the Mafuba, prepares to fight Piccolo Daimao, but a new menace threatens all. Goku race to offer aid, but will it be too late?
1x119 - Battle Cry
July 20, 1988
There's a new beast in town and his name is Drum. Tenshinhan must go through him before he can fight Piccolo Daimao. The problem is, Drum moves faster than Tenshinhan's eyes - all three of them! Goku is on his way, but will he arrive in time to save the day?
1x120 - Goku Strikes Back
July 27, 1988
Goku is back to face Piccolo Daimao, and not a moment too soon! As Tenshinhan and the rest of the resistance endure their most desperate hour, only Goku stands between Piccolo Daimao and the destruction of Metro West. It's more than just a rematch, it's the battle to save the world!
1x121 - The Biggest Crisis
August 3, 1988
Piccolo Daimao puts all of Metro West on edge when he invades the King's Castle, but Goku is not about to let him take over without a fight. While Tenshinhan watches from the sidelines, the young warrior takes it on the chin and refuses to go down. It's a fierce battle but even Goku has his limits. How much can he take?
1x122 - Final Showdown
August 10, 1988
The fierce battle between Goku and Piccolo Daimao continues, but Piccolo gains the advantage when he breaks Goku down limb by limb. To make matters worse, Tenshinhan is used as a pawn in the battle. Goku is forced to make an awful choice. Will he surrender to Piccolo Daimao and save his friend or choose to fight and risk his own life?
1x123 - Lost and Found
August 17, 1988
With Piccolo Daimao's reign of terror at an end, Goku has time to mend his wounds. As he heals he learns that there may be a way to revive his lost friends - face to face meeting with the creator of the Dragon Balls! The one problem is that the only way to get to the mysterious God is by using his Nyoi-bo, and it has gone missing!
1x124 - Temple Above the Clouds
August 24, 1988
Goku finds his lost Nyoi-bo and uses it to climb to God's temple in the sky. The only problem is that when he arrives he must face off against God's assistant Mr. Popo in a test of strength. Does Goku have what it takes to pass this test and earn a meeting with the mysterious God?
1x125 - Earth's Guardian Emerges
August 31, 1988
The moment has arrived for Goku to come face to face with the amazing God, Guardian of Earth! But even the wise Karin could not prepare Goku for what he will see when the mysterious Guardian emerges!
1x126 - Eternal Dragon Resurrected
September 14, 1988
After Goku mistakes God for the villainous Piccolo Daimao it is time for the young warrior to begin his grueling three year training for the next Tenkaichi Budokai. In exchange for Goku's promise God agrees to revive the Eternal Dragon!
1x127 - Quicker than Lightning
September 21, 1988
Goku's first task under his new teacher is a death-defying mission to the top of Mount Thunder to fetch the legendary Holy Crown. But the mystical artifact has a deadly secret! Goku will have to be quicker than lightning to accomplish this task - alive!
1x128 - Secret of the Woods
September 28, 1988
Continuing his training, Goku follows Mr. Popo's instruction and enters the deep, dark woods. While searching for a worthy sparring partner, Goku stumbles across a surprising discovery hidden deep within the secluded labyrinth - and finds help a most unexpected way!
1x129 - The Time Room
October 12, 1988
Goku journeys through time, where he meets a young Muten Roshi! But Roshi has a problem of his own - his arch rival, Shen! While the two rivals battle for the affections of the same girl, Goku attempts a new power with the help of Mutaito.
1x130 - Goku's Doll
October 19, 1988
"Be careful what you wish for. You just might get it!" Goku learns this lesson the hard way when he asks Mr. Popo for the ultimate sparring partner to aid in his training. What he gets is the battle of his life! Meanwhile, Yamcha and the others continue their long journey to reach Karin Tower, in hopes of receiving training from the wise Master.
1x131 - Walking Their Own Ways
October 26, 1988
Preparing for the Tenkaichi Budokai, Goku gets some important training tips from Mr. Popo. Meanwhile, Tenshinhan, Yamcha, Chiaotzu and Kuririn make their way to Karin Tower for some training of their own. Unfortunately they are sidetracked by a village celebrating a mysterious festival to their mountain spirit. Once the mountain erupts it is up to our heroes to put a lid on the active volcano!
1x132 - Hotter than Lava
November 2, 1988
While Goku continues his training, Tenshinhan, Yamcha, Chiaotzu and Kuririn find themselves in a very hot situation! A remote village is threatened by an erupting volcano and it is up to the good guys to put a lid on it. The time has come to put their new training to the test!
1x133 - Changes
November 9, 1988
Warriors the world over are lining up to compete as the Tenkaichi Budokai prepares to get under way. Unfortunately, all of the Turtle Hermit's pupils are missing, including Goku. With the entry-deadline approaching, the competitive future of our heroes look bleak, as does Muten Roshi's patience.
1x134 - Preliminary Peril
November 16, 1988
The Tenkaichi Budokai gets underway as Goku and the others compete in the exciting preliminary round. But the competition threatens to turn ugly when Goku gets a visit from an old adversary.
1x135 - Battle of the Eight
November 23, 1988
The preliminary round continues as Goku, Yamcha, Kuririn, and Tenshinhan battle one opponent after another in hopes of advancing to the semi-final round. Meanwhile, the Turtle Hermit is confronted by an old rival.
1x136 - Tien Shinhan vs. Mercenary Tao
November 30, 1988
The Budokai gets underway as Tenshinhan battles his former mentor turned cyborg, Tao Pai Pai. Tensions run high as the former assassin attempts to take Tenshinhan down - permanently!
1x137 - Anonymous Proposal
December 7, 1988
Goku takes on his most lovely opponent yet in the second match of the Tenkaichi Budokai. Know only as Anonymous, the beautiful warrior's identity is a mysterious as her fierce anger toward Goku, who must win the match in order to learn her real name.
1x138 - The Mysterious Hero
December 14, 1988
The Budokai continues with a double header! First up, Kuririn battles Ma Junior, Piccolo Daimao's alter ego, and every bit as powerful. Yamcha jumps in the ring next, opposing Shen, whose meek appearance may hide a darker threat.
1x139 - Rematch
December 21, 1988
Yamcha scratches to stay in the ring as Shen reveals his true ability - and identity. Goku and Tenshinhan must fight one another in a friendly rematch to claim the last remaining spot for the semi-finals.
1x140 - Goku Gains Speed
January 11, 1989
As the battle between Tenshinhan and Goku rages, Goku unloads a heavy burden, one that may shift the balance in the extraordinary showdown. All eyes turn to Tenshinhan as an embarrassing moment spurs him to make a dangerous choice.
1x141 - The Four Faces of Tien
January 18, 1989
Goku has always been able to handle himself in the ring, but when his fight with Tenshinhan turns into a war against an army, he finds himself in serious jeopardy. Tenshinhan's new technique may spell the end for our hero!
1x142 - Kami vs. Piccolo
January 25, 1989
Goku is eager to fight Ma Junior, but God fears his inexperience will be his downfall. Shen takes on Ma Junior in the last round of the semi-finals, where his shocking agenda is revealed.
1x143 - Battle for the Future
February 1, 1989
Goku faces the ultimate test as he confronts his greatest nemesis in the final round of the Budokai. This time his fight is for more than the title. The future of the free world is at stake!
1x144 - Super Kamehameha
February 8, 1989
The battle to save the planet continues as Goku tries to take down Ma Junior in the final match of the 23rd Tenkaichi Budokai. Goku has an ultimate weapon: The Ultimate Super Kamehameha Wave. However, if he uses it to destroy Ma Junior, God will be sacrificed, having been trapped inside Ma Junior's stomach.
1x145 - Junior No More
February 15, 1989
Ma Junior reveals a startling secret that shocks the tournament. Goku finds himself facing a huge dilemma, as he fights for the championship becomes the fight for survival!
1x146 - Goku's Trap
February 22, 1989
As the exhausting battle between Goku and Ma Junior continues, Goku avoids disaster by taking the battle within. Ma Junior surprises all when he unveils a new threat!
1x147 - Goku Hangs On
March 1, 1989
The Tenkaichi Budokai begins to fall to piece as Ma Junior unveils a technique that not only threatens to destroy Goku, but his friends as well. Even the mighty God believes that there is no way for Goku to survive in this winner-take-all massacre!
1x148 - The Victor
March 8, 1989
The end of the 23rd Tenkaichi Budokai finds Goku struggling for survival as Ma Junior gets the upper hand, poised to take the Title and his life. God devises a way to rescue the young hero, but his plan calls for the ultimate sacrifice!
1x149 - Dress in Flames
March 15, 1989
Eager to announce their wedding plans, Goku and Chichi return to her father's kingdom. The good news is short-lived when the Gyumao's castle goes up in flames! Goku embarks on a quest to find a sacred tool, which can save the Gyumao and his future with Chichi.
1x150 - The Fire-Eater
March 22, 1989
Goku and Chichi's search for the Basho-sen leads them into the heart of a fiery volcano. Once inside, they must face a mighty creature that consumes flames: the Fire-Eater!
1x151 - Outrageous Octagon
April 5, 1989
Goku's search for the Basho-sen leads him to a treacherous mountain that has a strange curse. Chichi is faced with the biggest mess of her life when she meets a mysterious old woman, while the Gyumao tries to flee the raging fires that threaten to destroy his castle!
1x152 - Mystery of the Dark World
April 12, 1989
After the Basho-sen fails to put out the fire threatening the Gyumao, Goku and Chichi set out to find the Eightfold Furnace, believed to be the last hope for extinguishing the deadly blaze. But before they can complete their quest, Goku must solve the mystery of the next world.
1x153 - The End, the Beginning
April 19, 1989
Goku and Chichi must travel to Mt. Gogyo in a last ditch effort to save her father, the Gyumao, from the deadly magical flames, which threaten to consume his kingdom. Before Goku can complete his quest, he must fan the flames of Fate and hope he does not get burned!

Dragon Ball: All seasons

S0: Specials
2 Episode s
S1: Season 1
153 Episode s

1x90 - The Dodon Wave

1x91 - Counting Controversy!!

1x92 - Goku Enters the Ring

1x93 - Tien Shinhan vs. Jackie Chun

1x94 - Stepping Down

1x95 - Goku vs. Krillin

1x96 - Tail's Tale

1x97 - Final Match: Goku vs. Tien

1x98 - Victory's Edge

1x99 - Tien's Insurrection

1x100 - The Spirit Cannon

1x101 - The Fallen

1x102 - Enter King Piccolo

1x103 - Tambourine Attacks!

1x104 - Mark of the Demon

1x105 - Here Comes Yajirobe

1x106 - Terrible Tambourine

1x107 - Tien's Atonement

1x108 - Goku's Revenge

1x109 - Goku vs. King Piccolo

1x110 - Piccolo Closes In

1x111 - Roshi's Gambit

1x112 - King Piccolo's Wish

1x113 - Siege on Chow Castle

1x114 - Conquest and Power

1x115 - Awaken Darkness

1x116 - A Taste of Destiny

1x117 - The Ultimate Sacrifice

1x118 - Prelude to Vengeance

1x119 - Battle Cry

1x120 - Goku Strikes Back

1x121 - The Biggest Crisis

1x122 - Final Showdown

1x123 - Lost and Found

1x124 - Temple Above the Clouds

1x125 - Earth's Guardian Emerges

1x126 - Eternal Dragon Resurrected

1x127 - Quicker than Lightning

1x128 - Secret of the Woods

1x129 - The Time Room

1x130 - Goku's Doll

1x131 - Walking Their Own Ways

1x132 - Hotter than Lava

1x133 - Changes

1x134 - Preliminary Peril

1x135 - Battle of the Eight

1x136 - Tien Shinhan vs. Mercenary Tao

1x137 - Anonymous Proposal

1x138 - The Mysterious Hero

1x139 - Rematch

1x140 - Goku Gains Speed

1x141 - The Four Faces of Tien

1x142 - Kami vs. Piccolo

1x143 - Battle for the Future

1x144 - Super Kamehameha

1x145 - Junior No More

1x146 - Goku's Trap

1x147 - Goku Hangs On

1x148 - The Victor

1x149 - Dress in Flames

1x150 - The Fire-Eater

1x151 - Outrageous Octagon

1x152 - Mystery of the Dark World

1x153 - The End, the Beginning

S0: Specials

S1: Season 1