Loud cheers broke out from the huge martial arts field as audiences from all major galaxies cheered for the final battle. They gradually eliminated boundaries and cheered together for the upcoming unparalleled battle.
Everyone had supporters screaming and shouting, and the fiery venue was boiling.
"Raditz, I love your long hair! Wooo!!!"
"Come on, Pikkon!"
"Green warrior, I have the same skin as you—you must win!"
"Goku, I'm rooting for you! Hahahaha, come on!"
The sound was noisy and chaotic, like rolling waves, one after another. The Grand Kai temporarily interrupted their voices, ordered staff to reshape the stage, repaired the arena in the shortest possible time, and announced the match list.
"In the first match, Raditz from the North Galaxy will face Pikkon from the West Galaxy!"
"In the second match, Goku from the North Galaxy will face Piccolo from the North Galaxy!"
"The winners of the two matches will enter the next round of finals to determine the final champion. Ahem, of course, I will also promise the winner one condition as a reward. All outstanding martial artists, good luck."
After the Grand Kai finished speaking, he waved his hands in greeting, causing everyone in the venue to shout together, pushing the atmosphere to its peak.
As a possible winner, King Kai put his hands on his hips and laughed triumphantly. "Three of the four are from our galaxy, so we're sure to win. And Pikkon is dealing with the most powerful Raditz on our side. Hehehe."
"Hmph, just dream." The West Kai put his hands behind his back with a look of disdain. "Don't be too happy—you haven't seen our Pikkon's full power yet. Smelly old man!"
"What did you say?!"
King Kai was a head taller than the West Kai and much bulkier. He yelled down at the other condescendingly, his two antennae swaying wildly in anger.
"I said you won't win at all!"
"Raditz's strength is far beyond your imagination, and Pikkon is no match for him! I know it best!"
"Bullshit!"
"The winner will definitely be Raditz!"
"Pikkon!"
"Raditz, Piccolo, Goku!"
"Pi... Pikkon!" The West Kai was weakened by the series of three names but still fought back loudly.
The two Kais went back and forth, saying names like machine guns. In the end, they were panting and sweating profusely, even more tired than the people they were cheering for.
The Grand Kai laughed out loud.
At this moment, the announcer wiped sweat from his head and let out a long breath. "Thank you for waiting, everyone! Now, the final competition is about to begin! I invite contestants Raditz and Pikkon to the stage!"
It was finally ready—it had been a long time coming! The cheering groups' spirits revived, and their energy exploded instantly. They not only beat drums and shouted but also waved colorful ribbons to cheer for the fighters.
Raditz, who'd been meditating, suddenly opened his eyes, and a burst of energy exploded around him.
"It's finally my turn." Raditz walked onto the stage casually, his tail lowered from his waist, his whole being in a state of apparent defenselessness.
On the other side, Pikkon also slowly entered the stage, a smile on his thick lips.
Neither showed a trace of hostility or fighting intent—they were terrifyingly calm. But it was this calmness that seemed to hide thousands of beasts, making people tremble in the silence.
"CLANG!" At the moment of confrontation, the Grand Kai rang the gong, and the announcer shouted "Begin!"
Both remained motionless.
Raditz smiled faintly. "Why? Aren't you taking off the weighted gear? I'm going all out from the beginning. If you hold back, you might regret it."
"You're right. When fighting you, I have to be careful from the start." Pikkon said calmly, first untying his sash, then removing his robe and turban.
Everyone was puzzled, but Vegeta, Goku, and others on the sidelines already understood.
Pikkon also trained with weighted clothing!
The crumpled clothes looked about the size of a basketball but weighed several tons. Pikkon without the weighted gear looked somewhat like a Yardrat and somewhat like Piccolo, causing Pepara and others to discuss for a while.
"Alright, come on."
"Then I can't be rude!" Raditz clenched his fists at his waist, his eyes wide open, and his body suddenly tensed!
To deal with Pikkon without weighted gear, he had to use full strength! Raditz seriously gathered energy to transform, and earth-shattering power burst out. His long flowing hair flew upward like a hedgehog with spikes all over. Accompanied by glittering golden light, the surrounding airflow surged, huge pressure rose from the ground, and the planet roared again!
It wasn't over yet—there was a stronger state than Super Saiyan! Raditz roared, his aura getting stronger and stronger, his muscles filling with fuller strength in the golden light! His tail slapped the ground, stirring up gravel, and his aura slowly caused the air to "buzz" and vibrate.
"HAAA!"
Finally, a loud shout detonated the venue. A ring-shaped crater of scorched earth exploded inside the protective barrier, and the arena repaired by the Grand Kai was instantly destroyed.
In the billowing smoke and dust, Raditz floated in the air, having already accessed power beyond Super Saiyan!
"Is this your strength? Powerful." A drop of sweat dripped from Pikkon's forehead, and he finally moved.
"Here I come!"
Raditz didn't waste words and launched an attack directly.
His figure disappeared into the air with a whoosh, simultaneously gathering two energy waves in his hands and firing them at Pikkon. With meteor-like trails, the two energy waves circled and approached Pikkon.
The crisscrossing and swirling waves formed an X pattern, rushing from left and right with Pikkon sandwiched between them.
"Hah!" Pikkon didn't dodge or evade. He opened his hands and used his slender arms to counter Raditz's ki blasts, explosive power gushing from his palms.
BOOM! BOOM—
The long explosions kicked up massive amounts of dust, the ground shook, and radiated waves spread outward. At the same time, Raditz broke into the smoke and launched a fierce attack!
When his first punch came out, Raditz was suddenly shocked, his face changing drastically. Pikkon was gone!
When he'd just entered the smoke screen, he hadn't noticed any figure flying out of it—meaning Pikkon had disappeared in front of him instantly! He knew Pikkon was fast, but hadn't expected him to be this fast!
Raditz suddenly felt a chill run up his spine, and his heart beat violently. He sensed a powerful presence appearing behind him, and strong wind struck.
Though his consciousness was fast, his body was a step slower. At the same moment he sensed Pikkon, his opponent's attack had already come. Steel-like legs struck Raditz's waist horizontally, and the tremendous force caused him to fall forward as if his waist had been broken.
He stumbled out of the smoke screen, but Pikkon was already waiting in front of him. Phantom-like fists rained down on him, bombarding him endlessly.
In moments, Raditz's clothes were torn and his body covered with wounds.
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