Gohan's latent power is finally released to its fullest extent in the Fusion Saga, making him the second strongest Z Fighter in the manga (behind Vegito). He displays exceptional power at a very young age, even surpassing his father Goku by turning into Super Saiyan 2 form and saving the world from the evil Cell at only eleven years old (ten in the manga, though he spent nearly a year inside the Hyperbolic Time Chamber). It was not until he was a young adult that his power was fully awakened and he was able to use it all, at his own will. As he got older, he trained hard and gained access to a large portion of his power, and SSJ Gohan using a Kamehameha against Broly.ĭ, Gohan is known to have within him a seemingly limitless dormant power, which at first only revealed itself when he experienced fierce rage, and when his rage ended, his power would drop dramatically. It is also clearly obvious he greatly enjoys being a hero.
Though he claims he doesn't share the love of fighting Goku has, Gohan does indeed love martial arts and adventure. Krillin also has influence on Gohan, as almost an uncle/nephew relationship, mainly because Krillin is Goku's closest friend. Because of this, Piccolo can be considered as a surrogate father for Gohan. At first, the relationship with Piccolo is a frightening one, but after just one year, Piccolo admits his change because of the friendship he develops with Gohan and even sacrifices himself to save the boy. Piccolo was forced to train Gohan after the death of Goku. Besides concerning himself with his family (and his studies), Gohan has a strong attachment with his mentor: his father's former archenemy named Piccolo. Also like his father, he has the typical Saiyan appetite. Like his father Goku, Gohan has a pure and gentle heart. However, when he is forced to fight, he shows special interest in protecting his family and friends. Gohan is the only Saiyan that does not show the common lust for battle. These unique values and personality separate him from pure Saiyans as powerful as he is, he does not like fighting much.
Gohan, being only a half-Saiyan, is unusual in his values and personality. 24.1 Baby Infected Gohan (Super Saiyan1, 2 & 3).17 Search for the Black Star Dragon Balls.