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{{Infobox Technique
 
{{Infobox Technique
|name=Tri-Beam
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|name= Tri-Beam
|image=Tien Kikoho.jpg
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|image= Tien Kikoho.jpg
|image2=Kikouhou.jpg
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|image2= Kikouhou.jpg
|JapName=気功砲
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|JapName= {{ruby||き}}{{ruby||こう}}{{ruby||ほう}}
|RomName=Kikōhō
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|RomName= Kikōhō
|alias='''Kikoho<br>Chi Kung Blast<br>Energy Work Blast<br>Ki Blast Cannon<br>Tri-Beam Cannon<br>Spirit Cannon<br>Energy Cannon ([[AB Group dub]])<br>Kiku Kanone (German dub)<br>Végső Erő (Hungarian dub)<br>''Geometry''<ref name="XV">''[[Dragon Ball Xenoverse]]'', 2015</ref><ref name="Ghost Nappa">''[[Dragon Ball Xenoverse]]'', [[Future Warrior]]: Male Voice Option 8</ref>'''
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|alias='''Kikoho<br>Chi Kung Blast<br>Energy Work Blast<br>Ki Blast Cannon<br>Tri-Beam Cannon<br>Spirit Cannon<br>Chi Kung Pao<ref>"[[The First Doomed Universe]]" [[Viz Media]] translation</ref><br>Energy Cannon ([[AB Groupe dub]])<br>Kiku Kanone (German dub)<br>Végső Erő (Hungarian dub)<br>''Geometry''<ref name="XV">''[[Dragon Ball Xenoverse]]'', 2015</ref><ref name="Ghost Nappa">''[[Dragon Ball Xenoverse]]'', [[Future Warrior]]: Male Voice Option 8</ref>'''
 
|debut=Manga: "[[Desperation Move]]"<br>Anime: "[[The Spirit Cannon]]"
 
|debut=Manga: "[[Desperation Move]]"<br>Anime: "[[The Spirit Cannon]]"
|inventor= '''[[Master Shen]]'''
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|user= '''Master Shen<br>[[Mutaito Training Academy|Mutaito's disciples]]<ref name="DB102">''[[Dragon Ball (anime)|Dragon Ball]]'', "[[Enter King Piccolo|episode 102]]"</ref><br>[[Tien Shinhan]]<br>[[Krillin]]<ref>''[[Dragon Ball Z: Supersonic Warriors]]'', 2004</ref><br>[[Cell Jr.|Cell Juniors]]<br>[[Tiencha]]<br>[[Super Buu]]<ref>''[[Dragon Ball Z: Budokai 2]]'', 2003</ref><br>General White (2nd Generation)<br>[[Future Warrior]]<ref name="GT Pack 1">''[[Dragon Ball Xenoverse]]'', GT Pack 1 DLC</ref><br>[[Future Warrior (Xenoverse 2)|Future Warrior]]<ref name="XV2">''[[Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2]]'', 2016</ref>'''
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|user= '''Master Shen<br>[[Mutaito Training Academy|Mutaito's disciples]]<ref name="DB102">''[[Dragon Ball (anime)|Dragon Ball]]'', "[[Enter King Piccolo|episode 102]]"</ref><br>[[Tien Shinhan]]<br>[[Krillin]]<ref>''[[Dragon Ball Z: Supersonic Warriors]]'', 2004</ref><br>[[Cell Jr.|Cell Juniors]]<br>[[Tiencha]]<br>[[Super Buu]]<ref>''[[Dragon Ball Z: Budokai 2]]'', 2003</ref><br>General White (2nd Generation)<br>[[Future Warrior]]<ref name="GT Pack 1">''[[Dragon Ball Xenoverse]]'', GT Pack 1 DLC</ref><br>[[Future Warrior (Xenoverse 2)|Future Warrior]]<ref name="XV2">''[[Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2]]'', 2016</ref><br>[[Yamcha]]<ref name="Custom">''[[Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2]]'', 1.09.00 Update DLC</ref><br>[[Cell]]<ref name="Custom"/>'''
|class=[[Energy Wave#Beams|Energy Beam]]
 
 
|color={{color|FFFF00}} & {{color|FFFFFF}} or {{color|2ACDEE}} & {{color|FFFFFF}}
 
|color={{color|FFFF00}} & {{color|FFFFFF}} or {{color|2ACDEE}} & {{color|FFFFFF}}
 
|class=[[Energy Wave#Beams|Energy Beam]]
 
|similar='''[[Burning Attack]]<br>[[Ki Blast Cannon]]<br>[[Kill Driver]]<br>[[Light Grenade]]<br>[[Neo Tri-Beam]]<br>[[Full Charge Burning Attack]]'''
 
|similar='''[[Burning Attack]]<br>[[Ki Blast Cannon]]<br>[[Kill Driver]]<br>[[Light Grenade]]<br>[[Neo Tri-Beam]]<br>[[Full Charge Burning Attack]]'''
 
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{{nihongo|'''Tri-Beam'''|気功砲|''Kikōhō''|lit. "Energy Control Cannon"}} is a life-risking [[attack]] used by [[Tien Shinhan]], taught by [[Master Shen]]. The Tri-Beam is one of the signature attacks of Tien Shinhan.
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{{nihongo|'''Tri-Beam'''|{{ruby|気|き}}{{ruby||こう}}{{ruby||ほう}}|''Kikōhō''|lit. "Spirit Cultivation Gun"}} is a life-risking [[attack]] used by [[Tien Shinhan]], taught by [[Master Shen]]. The Tri-Beam is one of the signature attacks of Tien Shinhan.
   
 
==Name==
 
==Name==
Kikō (気功) is the Japanese translation of ''Qigong'' or ''Chi Kung'', literally meaning "breath work" or "energy work", a traditional set of techniques for controlling breathing or circulating and cultivating chi (''[[ki]]'', energy) within the body, which is tied to a number of Chinese martial arts and medicinal beliefs.
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Kikō (気功) is the Japanese translation of ''Qigong'' or ''Chi Kung'', literally meaning "breath control" or "spirit cultivation", a traditional set of techniques for controlling breathing or circulating and cultivating chi (''[[ki]]'', energy) within the body, which is tied to a number of Chinese martial arts and medicinal beliefs.
   
 
==Overview==
 
==Overview==
 
This technique is performed by gathering [[energy]], forming a vaguely diamond-shaped "tunnel" with the hands by keeping the fingers on each hand together, overlapping the index finger on the one hand with the pinky of the other hand, and overlapping the thumbs. The object being focused on gets zoomed in on and visualized inside that diamond, then the user (namely Tien) shouts "Tri-Beam, ''ha!''" while releasing the large yellow beam from the hands. Tien also has the ability to fire it with one hand as seen when he fires the [[Spirit Tri-Beam]] at Nappa after he loses his arm.
[[File:DisciplesKikoho.png|thumb|left|Mutaito's disciples firing Tri-Beams at the Demon Clan]]
 
This technique is performed by gathering [[energy]], forming a vaguely diamond-shape "window" with the hand by keeping the fingers on each hand together, overlapping the index finger on the one hand with the pinky of the other hand, and overlapping the thumbs. The object being focused on gets zoomed in on and visualized inside that diamond, then the user (namely Tien) shouts "Tri-Beam, ''ha!''" while releasing the large yellow beam from the hands. Tien also has the ability to fire it with one hand as seen when he fires the [[Spirit Tri-Beam]] at Nappa after he loses his arm.
 
   
 
In addition to being able to kill the target, the Tri-Beam can also easily kill the user as it drains their life energy. The attack has a tendency to cast the entire environment around it in a deep orange glow. The attack formation itself places the hands in a seemingly awkward position; and it appears that later in the series, the finger tips are touching, and the thumbs are the only things that overlap. Master Roshi claimed that even if the user survives the use of the Tri-Beam the user's life would be shortened with each use.
[[File:TienKikohou.png|thumb|left|Tien using the Tri-Beam to protect Emperor Chiaotzu in ''Mystical Adventure'']]
 
In addition to being able to kill the target, the Tri-Beam can also easily kill the user as it drains their life energy. The attack has a tendency to cast the entire environment around it in a deep orange glow. The attack formation itself places the hands in a seemingly awkward position; and it appears that later in the series, the finger tips are touching, and the thumbs are the only things that overlap.
 
   
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==Usage and Power==
Prior to the events of ''[[Dragon Ball (anime)|Dragon Ball]]'', during the [[King Piccolo wars]], the [[Mutaito Training Academy|disciples]] of [[Master Mutaito]] use Tri-Beams against [[King Piccolo]]'s [[Mutated Namek|Demon Clan]]. This is in vain, as they are all killed except for [[Master Shen]] and [[Master Roshi]].<ref name="DB102"/>
 
 
[[File:DisciplesKikoho.png|thumb|left|Mutaito's disciples firing Tri-Beams at the Demon Clan]]
 
Prior to the events of ''[[Dragon Ball (anime)|Dragon Ball]]'', during the [[King Piccolo wars]], the [[Mutaito Training Academy|disciples]] of [[Master Mutaito]] use Tri-Beams against [[King Piccolo]]'s [[Namekian (Demon Clan)|Demon Clan]]. This is in vain, as they are all killed except for [[Master Shen]] and [[Master Roshi]].<ref name="DB102"/>
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Tien uses the attack during the [[World Martial Arts Tournament#22nd|22nd World Martial Arts Tournament]] against [[Goku]]. He later uses it against [[Yamcha]] at [[The Lookout]], against the [[illusion Saiyan]]s in the [[Pendulum Room]].
   
After training with [[Korin]], [[Kami]], and later [[King Kai]], Tien perfects the attack as the "[[Neo Tri-Beam]]," which is essentially an "upgraded" form of the attack that allows him to control and enhance how much energy he puts behind it, inflicting even greater damage. This upgraded attack is powerful enough to hold even [[Cell#Semi-Perfect Cell (Second Form)|Semi-Perfect Cell]] at bay. The attack is extremely powerful, and despite the massive gap between Cell and Tien's powers, Cell was unable to break through the repeated blasts, though they did not inflict any real damage to him. Tien eventually collapsed from using the technique too much, but was saved from Cell by Goku.
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After training with [[Korin]], [[Kami]], and later [[King Kai]], Tien perfects the attack as the "[[Neo Tri-Beam]]," which is essentially an "upgraded" form of the attack that allows him to control and enhance how much energy he puts behind it, inflicting even greater damage. This upgraded attack is powerful enough to hold even [[Cell|Semi-Perfect Cell]] at bay. The attack is extremely powerful, and despite the massive gap between Cell and Tien's powers, Cell was unable to break through the repeated blasts, though they did not inflict any real damage to him. Tien eventually collapsed from using the technique too much, but was saved from Cell by Goku.
   
[[File:CellJrKikouhou.png|thumb|A Cell Jr. using the Tri-Beam]]
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[[File:Cell Jr Tri-Beam.png|thumb|A Cell Jr. using the Tri-Beam]]
 
During the [[Cell Games Saga]], the [[Cell Jr.|Cell Juniors]] attack [[Super Saiyan 2]] Gohan with it (while Cell himself has not been seen using it although he possesses data about Tien's techniques), but to no avail.
 
During the [[Cell Games Saga]], the [[Cell Jr.|Cell Juniors]] attack [[Super Saiyan 2]] Gohan with it (while Cell himself has not been seen using it although he possesses data about Tien's techniques), but to no avail.
   
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Tien also uses his Tri-Beam to destroy [[Super Buu]]'s [[Finger Beam]], thus protecting [[Mr. Satan]] and [[Dende]] when the [[Majin]] attacked them.<ref>''[[Dragon Ball Z]]'' episode 267, "[[Ready to Fuse?]]"</ref>
[[File:Tien Shinhan.jpg|thumb|left|Tien charging the Tri-Beam against Future Trunks in ''Bojack Unbound'']]
 
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Tien uses the attack during the [[World Martial Arts Tournament#22nd|22nd World Martial Arts Tournament]] against [[Goku]]. Tien also uses the Tri-Beam in the movie ''[[Dragon Ball: Mystical Adventure]]'', to protect [[Chiaotzu|Emperor Chiaotzu]] from Master Shen. He later uses it against [[Yamcha]] at [[Kami's Lookout]], against the [[illusion Saiyan]]s in the [[Pendulum Room]], and against [[Future Trunks]] during [[X.S. Cash]]'s [[Intergalactic World Tournament]] in ''[[Dragon Ball Z: Bojack Unbound]]''. He also uses his Tri-Beam to destroy [[Super Buu]]'s [[Finger Beam]], thus protecting [[Mr. Satan]] and [[Dende]] when the [[Majin]] attacked them.<ref>''[[Dragon Ball Z]]'' episode 267, "[[Ready to Fuse?]]"</ref>
 
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During his battle against Frieza's army in ''[[Dragon Ball Super]]'', Tien uses his Tri-Beam to finish his confrontation with the [[New Frieza Army]] [[Combatants]].
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==Film Appearances==
 
[[File:TienKikohou.png|thumb|left|Tien using the Tri-Beam to protect Emperor Chiaotzu in ''Mystical Adventure'']]
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Tien uses the Tri-Beam in ''[[Dragon Ball: Mystical Adventure]]'', to protect [[Chiaotzu|Emperor Chiaotzu]] from Master Shen.
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Tien uses the Tri-Beam against [[Future Trunks]] during [[X.S. Cash]]'s [[Intergalactic World Tournament]] in ''[[Dragon Ball Z: Bojack Unbound]]''.
   
 
[[File:ATDiTcM.png|thumb|Tien prepares a Tri-Beam in Resurrection ‘F’]]
 
[[File:ATDiTcM.png|thumb|Tien prepares a Tri-Beam in Resurrection ‘F’]]
During his battle against Frieza's army in ''[[Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection ‘F’|Resurrection ‘F’]]'' and ''[[Dragon Ball Super]]'', Tien uses his Tri-Beam.
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During his battle against Frieza's army in ''[[Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection ‘F’|Resurrection ‘F’]]'', Tien uses his Tri-Beam to destroy a part of a cave.
 
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==Variations==
 
==Variations==
*'''[[Spirit Tri-Beam]]''' – A one handed version of the Tri-Beam which uses Tien's life force as a source of power. Used as a final resort against [[Nappa]].
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*'''[[Spirit Tri-Beam]]''' – A one-handed version of the Tri-Beam which uses Tien's life force as a source of power. Used as a final resort against [[Nappa]]. In the ''Xenoverse'' series, the Tri-Beam Super Skill takes the form of the Spirit Tri-Beam when the technique is performed on the ground.
 
*'''[[Neo Tri-Beam]]''' – A stronger version of the Tri-Beam, which can be used consecutively. Used against Cell so [[Android 18]] could escape.
 
*'''[[Neo Tri-Beam]]''' – A stronger version of the Tri-Beam, which can be used consecutively. Used against Cell so [[Android 18]] could escape.
 
**'''[[Neo Tri-Beam|Z-Assist Neo Tri-Beam]]''' - A variation of the Neo Tri-Beam used by the [[Future Warrior]] in ''[[Dragon Ball Xenoverse]]'' when performing the technique while Tien Shinhan is their current Master. The Z-Assist causes Tien's soul (which appears as an astral projection of Tien performing the technique) to go into the Future Warrior's body while they're performing it, increasing the power of the Warrior's Neo Tri-Beam.<ref name="GT Pack 1"/>
 
**'''[[Neo Tri-Beam|Z-Assist Neo Tri-Beam]]''' - A variation of the Neo Tri-Beam used by the [[Future Warrior]] in ''[[Dragon Ball Xenoverse]]'' when performing the technique while Tien Shinhan is their current Master. The Z-Assist causes Tien's soul (which appears as an astral projection of Tien performing the technique) to go into the Future Warrior's body while they're performing it, increasing the power of the Warrior's Neo Tri-Beam.<ref name="GT Pack 1"/>
**'''[[Ultra Tri-Beam]]''' - An even stronger version of Neo Tri-Beam that appears as one [[Tiencha]]'s special move in ''[[Dragon Ball Fusions]]''.
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**'''[[Neo Tri-Beam|DUAL Neo Tri-Beam]]''' - A two-person [[Combined Energy Wave]] version of the Neo Tri-Beam used by Tien and the [[Future Warrior (Xenoverse 2)|Future Warrior]] as their DUAL Ultimate Attack in ''[[Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2]]''.
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**'''[[Ultra Tri-Beam]]''' - An even stronger version of Neo Tri-Beam that appears as [[Tiencha]]'s special move in ''[[Dragon Ball Fusions]]''.
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***'''[[Kamehame Tri-Beam]]''' - A combination of the [[Full Power Kamehameha]] and Ultra Tri-Beam that appears as a special move in ''[[Dragon Ball Fusions]]''.
 
*'''[[Multi-Form Attack]]''' – Tien uses the [[Multi-Form]] to split himself into four identical copies and then, at the same time, each copy fires a Tri-Beam. Used in the ''Gokuden'' RPG series and ''Dragon Ball Z: Attack of the Saiyans''.
 
*'''[[Multi-Form Attack]]''' – Tien uses the [[Multi-Form]] to split himself into four identical copies and then, at the same time, each copy fires a Tri-Beam. Used in the ''Gokuden'' RPG series and ''Dragon Ball Z: Attack of the Saiyans''.
 
*'''[[Crane Wolf Strike]]''' - A [[team attack]] used by Tien and [[Yamcha]] in ''Attack of the Saiyans''. It starts with Yamcha's [[Wolf Fang Fist]] and ends with a powerful Tri-Beam from Tien.
 
*'''[[Crane Wolf Strike]]''' - A [[team attack]] used by Tien and [[Yamcha]] in ''Attack of the Saiyans''. It starts with Yamcha's [[Wolf Fang Fist]] and ends with a powerful Tri-Beam from Tien.
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==Character meaning==
 
==Character meaning==
 
*気 (''Ki/Qi/Chi'') = Spirit / soul / aura / air / spirit energy / spirit force.
 
*気 (''Ki/Qi/Chi'') = Spirit / soul / aura / air / spirit energy / spirit force.
*功 (''Kõ/Gong/Kung'') = Work / control / art / craft / ability / technique / power.
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*功 (''Kõ/Gong/Kung'') = Cultivation / control / art / craft / ability / technique / power.
*砲 (''Hõ/Pào/Dàpào'') = Cannon / gun / launcher / blaster / buster.
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*砲 (''Hõ/Pào'') = Gun
   
 
==Video Game Appearances==
 
==Video Game Appearances==
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[[Super Buu]] can use the Tri-Beam in ''[[Dragon Ball Z: Budokai 2]]'', but only after absorbing Tien and [[Yamcha]].
 
[[Super Buu]] can use the Tri-Beam in ''[[Dragon Ball Z: Budokai 2]]'', but only after absorbing Tien and [[Yamcha]].
   
The Tri-Beam Cannon is a spiritual attack of the [[New Crane School|Crane Hermit skill tree]] in the computer game ''[[Dragon Ball Online]]''; rather than [[EP]], this skill requires the player to sacrifice their health instead.
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The Tri-Beam Cannon is a spiritual attack of the [[New Crane School|Crane Hermit skill tree]] in the computer game ''[[Dragon Ball Online]]''; rather than Ki, this skill requires the player to sacrifice their health instead.
   
 
In ''Dragon Ball Xenoverse'', the Tri-Beam appears as one of Tien's Super Skills and is chargeable though care must be taken, as overcharging it will stun the user. When preformed on the ground it is [[Spirit Tri-Beam|performed one-handed]]. It is also one of [[Cell Jr.]]'s Super Skills in its 3rd skill set. This skill and its variation the [[Neo Tri-Beam]] can be obtained by the [[Future Warrior]] through Tien's Training by taking him on as the Warrior's Master, which is available in the GT Pack 1 DLC.<ref name="GT Pack 1"/>
 
In ''Dragon Ball Xenoverse'', the Tri-Beam appears as one of Tien's Super Skills and is chargeable though care must be taken, as overcharging it will stun the user. When preformed on the ground it is [[Spirit Tri-Beam|performed one-handed]]. It is also one of [[Cell Jr.]]'s Super Skills in its 3rd skill set. This skill and its variation the [[Neo Tri-Beam]] can be obtained by the [[Future Warrior]] through Tien's Training by taking him on as the Warrior's Master, which is available in the GT Pack 1 DLC.<ref name="GT Pack 1"/>
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{{Quote2|Fires a Ki Blast that can be followed up with additional Ki Blasts that consume Stamina by pressing the button again. Firing too many blasts will leave you tired and vulnerable.|''[[Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2]]'' Neo Tri-Beam Tutorial description}}
 
{{Quote2|Fires a Ki Blast that can be followed up with additional Ki Blasts that consume Stamina by pressing the button again. Firing too many blasts will leave you tired and vulnerable.|''[[Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2]]'' Neo Tri-Beam Tutorial description}}
The Neo Tri-Beam appears as one of Tien's Ultimate Skills in all his Skillsets. The Future Warrior can learn this Ultimate Skill by completing ''School Quest'': "''Lesson 3''" of Tien's training. Due to the absence of the Z-Assist mechnic in ''Xenoverse 2'', the Future Warrior is unable to use the Z-Assist Neo Tri-Beam.
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The Neo Tri-Beam appears as one of Tien's Ultimate Skills in all his Skillsets. The Future Warrior can learn this Ultimate Skill by completing ''School Quest'': "''Lesson 3''" of Tien's training. Due to the absence of the Z-Assist mechnic in ''Xenoverse 2'', the Future Warrior is unable to use the Z-Assist Neo Tri-Beam.<ref name="XV2"/> After the 1.09.00 Update, Tri-Beam can be added to Perfect Cell's custom skillset after purchasing it for 5 TP Medals. Additionally it can also be added to Yamcha's custom skillset though it must be purchased as well from Partner Customization for 5 TP. It is automatically available for Tien's custom skillset.<ref name="Custom"/>
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In ''[[Dragon Ball FighterZ]]'', The Tri-Beam is used as Tien's Super Attack. Tien teleports a few feet above the opponent before launching the attack from above. Compared to a majority of other super attacks, both versions of this move possess one of the highest minimum damage values in the game, which allow them to act as solid combo finishers during long combos that have been heavily affected by large amounts of damage proration.
   
 
==Gallery==
 
==Gallery==
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Tri-Beam 1.JPG|Tien prepares a Tri-Beam against Shorty and Scarface
 
Tri-Beam 1.JPG|Tien prepares a Tri-Beam against Shorty and Scarface
 
Dbzm3-45.jpg|Tien fires the Tri-Beam in ''The Tree of Might''
 
Dbzm3-45.jpg|Tien fires the Tri-Beam in ''The Tree of Might''
Tribeam.jpg|Tien uses the Tri-Beam against Super Perfect Cell
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Tien Tri-Beam Counterattack.png|Tien uses the Tri-Beam against Super Perfect Cell
Tien.jpg|Tien preparing to use the Tri-Beam
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Tien Shinhan.jpg|Tien charging the Tri-Beam against Future Trunks in ''Bojack Unbound''
 
Tien vs trunks1.jpg|Tien targeting his Tri-Beam at Future Trunks
 
Tien vs trunks1.jpg|Tien targeting his Tri-Beam at Future Trunks
 
Future Trunks Vs. Tien.JPG|Tien fires the Tri-Beam at Future Trunks
 
Future Trunks Vs. Tien.JPG|Tien fires the Tri-Beam at Future Trunks
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*In ''[[Dragon Ball Xenoverse]]'', when used by a Future Warrior with '''Male Voice Option 8''' (which is actually the voice of [[Curtis Arnott]]/Takahata101, voice of TeamFourStar's Nappa from the ''Dragon Ball Z: Abridged'' online parody series) he will shout '''Geometry''' which is a reference to the two different geometric shapes that are part of the technique, as it is fired from the hands making a triangle and diamond/square ki blast produced by the technique. He also refers to the [[Neo Tri-Beam]] with the name '''Advanced Geometry''' referencing the fact it is an advanced version of the Tri-Beam.<ref name="XV"/><ref name="Ghost Nappa"/>
 
*In ''[[Dragon Ball Xenoverse]]'', when used by a Future Warrior with '''Male Voice Option 8''' (which is actually the voice of [[Curtis Arnott]]/Takahata101, voice of TeamFourStar's Nappa from the ''Dragon Ball Z: Abridged'' online parody series) he will shout '''Geometry''' which is a reference to the two different geometric shapes that are part of the technique, as it is fired from the hands making a triangle and diamond/square ki blast produced by the technique. He also refers to the [[Neo Tri-Beam]] with the name '''Advanced Geometry''' referencing the fact it is an advanced version of the Tri-Beam.<ref name="XV"/><ref name="Ghost Nappa"/>
 
**In ''[[Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2]]'', it is also referred to as Geometry by the [[Future Warrior (Xenoverse 2)|Future Warrior]] if '''Male Voice Option 8''' (again voiced by Curtis Arnott) is selected.
 
**In ''[[Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2]]'', it is also referred to as Geometry by the [[Future Warrior (Xenoverse 2)|Future Warrior]] if '''Male Voice Option 8''' (again voiced by Curtis Arnott) is selected.
*When performed on the ground in ''[[Dragon Ball Xenoverse]]'' or ''[[Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2]]'' it becomes the [[Spirit Tri-Beam]], making it one of the few skills that change depending whether they are performed in the air or on the ground.
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*When performed on the ground in ''[[Dragon Ball Xenoverse]]'' or ''[[Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2]]'', it becomes the [[Spirit Tri-Beam]], making it one of the few skills that change depending whether they are performed in the air or on the ground.
   
 
==References==
 
==References==

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Tri-Beam (こうほう Kikōhō, lit. "Spirit Cultivation Gun") is a life-risking attack used by Tien Shinhan, taught by Master Shen. The Tri-Beam is one of the signature attacks of Tien Shinhan.

Name

Kikō (気功) is the Japanese translation of Qigong or Chi Kung, literally meaning "breath control" or "spirit cultivation", a traditional set of techniques for controlling breathing or circulating and cultivating chi (ki, energy) within the body, which is tied to a number of Chinese martial arts and medicinal beliefs.

Overview

This technique is performed by gathering energy, forming a vaguely diamond-shaped "tunnel" with the hands by keeping the fingers on each hand together, overlapping the index finger on the one hand with the pinky of the other hand, and overlapping the thumbs. The object being focused on gets zoomed in on and visualized inside that diamond, then the user (namely Tien) shouts "Tri-Beam, ha!" while releasing the large yellow beam from the hands. Tien also has the ability to fire it with one hand as seen when he fires the Spirit Tri-Beam at Nappa after he loses his arm.

In addition to being able to kill the target, the Tri-Beam can also easily kill the user as it drains their life energy. The attack has a tendency to cast the entire environment around it in a deep orange glow. The attack formation itself places the hands in a seemingly awkward position; and it appears that later in the series, the finger tips are touching, and the thumbs are the only things that overlap. Master Roshi claimed that even if the user survives the use of the Tri-Beam the user's life would be shortened with each use.

Usage and Power

DisciplesKikoho

Mutaito's disciples firing Tri-Beams at the Demon Clan

Prior to the events of Dragon Ball, during the King Piccolo wars, the disciples of Master Mutaito use Tri-Beams against King Piccolo's Demon Clan. This is in vain, as they are all killed except for Master Shen and Master Roshi.[4]

Tien uses the attack during the 22nd World Martial Arts Tournament against Goku. He later uses it against Yamcha at The Lookout, against the illusion Saiyans in the Pendulum Room.

After training with Korin, Kami, and later King Kai, Tien perfects the attack as the "Neo Tri-Beam," which is essentially an "upgraded" form of the attack that allows him to control and enhance how much energy he puts behind it, inflicting even greater damage. This upgraded attack is powerful enough to hold even Semi-Perfect Cell at bay. The attack is extremely powerful, and despite the massive gap between Cell and Tien's powers, Cell was unable to break through the repeated blasts, though they did not inflict any real damage to him. Tien eventually collapsed from using the technique too much, but was saved from Cell by Goku.

Cell Jr Tri-Beam

A Cell Jr. using the Tri-Beam

During the Cell Games Saga, the Cell Juniors attack Super Saiyan 2 Gohan with it (while Cell himself has not been seen using it although he possesses data about Tien's techniques), but to no avail.

Tien also uses his Tri-Beam to destroy Super Buu's Finger Beam, thus protecting Mr. Satan and Dende when the Majin attacked them.[10]

During his battle against Frieza's army in Dragon Ball Super, Tien uses his Tri-Beam to finish his confrontation with the New Frieza Army Combatants.

Film Appearances

TienKikohou

Tien using the Tri-Beam to protect Emperor Chiaotzu in Mystical Adventure

Tien uses the Tri-Beam in Dragon Ball: Mystical Adventure, to protect Emperor Chiaotzu from Master Shen.

Tien uses the Tri-Beam against Future Trunks during X.S. Cash's Intergalactic World Tournament in Dragon Ball Z: Bojack Unbound.

ATDiTcM

Tien prepares a Tri-Beam in Resurrection ‘F’

During his battle against Frieza's army in Resurrection ‘F’, Tien uses his Tri-Beam to destroy a part of a cave.

Variations

Character meaning

  • 気 (Ki/Qi/Chi) = Spirit / soul / aura / air / spirit energy / spirit force.
  • 功 (Kõ/Gong/Kung) = Cultivation / control / art / craft / ability / technique / power.
  • 砲 (Hõ/Pào) = Gun

Video Game Appearances

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Tien using the Tri-Beam in Advanced Adventure

Tien Shinhan can use this technique in Dragon Ball: Advanced Adventure, Butōden series, Budokai series, Budokai Tenkaichi series, Raging Blast series, Dragon Ball Heroes, and Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Z. He can use a variation called Multi-Form Attack in the Gokuden series and Dragon Ball Z: Attack of the Saiyans.

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Tri-Beam Cannon in Dragon Ball Online

Super Buu can use the Tri-Beam in Dragon Ball Z: Budokai 2, but only after absorbing Tien and Yamcha.

The Tri-Beam Cannon is a spiritual attack of the Crane Hermit skill tree in the computer game Dragon Ball Online; rather than Ki, this skill requires the player to sacrifice their health instead.

In Dragon Ball Xenoverse, the Tri-Beam appears as one of Tien's Super Skills and is chargeable though care must be taken, as overcharging it will stun the user. When preformed on the ground it is performed one-handed. It is also one of Cell Jr.'s Super Skills in its 3rd skill set. This skill and its variation the Neo Tri-Beam can be obtained by the Future Warrior through Tien's Training by taking him on as the Warrior's Master, which is available in the GT Pack 1 DLC.[7]

"Builds up Ki when activated, and fires a Tri-Beam when the button is pressed again. The longer you hold it, the more Ki will be built up, and the stronger the Tri-Beam will be. However, if too much Ki is used, you will be left tired and vulnerable after firing."
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 Tri-Beam Tutorial description

In Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2, the Tri-Beam returns as one of Tien's Super Skills in all his skillsets and can be used by Cell Junior in its Cell Jr. 3 skillset. The Future Warrior (Xenoverse 2) can learn it by completing School Quest: "Lesson 2" of Tien's training. Like in Xenoverse, the Tri-Beam will tire out the user if overcharged and the user will fire it one-handed if performed on the ground.

"Fires a Ki Blast that can be followed up with additional Ki Blasts that consume Stamina by pressing the button again. Firing too many blasts will leave you tired and vulnerable."
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 Neo Tri-Beam Tutorial description

The Neo Tri-Beam appears as one of Tien's Ultimate Skills in all his Skillsets. The Future Warrior can learn this Ultimate Skill by completing School Quest: "Lesson 3" of Tien's training. Due to the absence of the Z-Assist mechnic in Xenoverse 2, the Future Warrior is unable to use the Z-Assist Neo Tri-Beam.[8] After the 1.09.00 Update, Tri-Beam can be added to Perfect Cell's custom skillset after purchasing it for 5 TP Medals. Additionally it can also be added to Yamcha's custom skillset though it must be purchased as well from Partner Customization for 5 TP. It is automatically available for Tien's custom skillset.[9]

In Dragon Ball FighterZ, The Tri-Beam is used as Tien's Super Attack. Tien teleports a few feet above the opponent before launching the attack from above. Compared to a majority of other super attacks, both versions of this move possess one of the highest minimum damage values in the game, which allow them to act as solid combo finishers during long combos that have been heavily affected by large amounts of damage proration.

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Trivia

  • In Dragon Ball Xenoverse, when used by a Future Warrior with Male Voice Option 8 (which is actually the voice of Curtis Arnott/Takahata101, voice of TeamFourStar's Nappa from the Dragon Ball Z: Abridged online parody series) he will shout Geometry which is a reference to the two different geometric shapes that are part of the technique, as it is fired from the hands making a triangle and diamond/square ki blast produced by the technique. He also refers to the Neo Tri-Beam with the name Advanced Geometry referencing the fact it is an advanced version of the Tri-Beam.[2][3]
  • When performed on the ground in Dragon Ball Xenoverse or Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2, it becomes the Spirit Tri-Beam, making it one of the few skills that change depending whether they are performed in the air or on the ground.

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