Universe Survival Saga

Universe Survival Saga
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The Universe Survival Saga is the fifth major Dragon Ball Super saga. The Tournament of Power planned by Zen-Oh begins, with multiple universes partaking—with each universe having a team of 10 fighters who battle alongside each other. The arc will feature continuous debuts of elites from each universe. However, this also proves to be the beginning of universal destruction. If a team were to lose, then the universe they come from will be destroyed immediately.

Plot

The two Zen-Oh are playing a planet-destroying game at Zen-Oh's Palace, and they exclaim they are at exactly 101 wins and 101 losses, and that they should do something else.

Goku is selling his freshly-cropped vegetables to a trader, who exclaims that they are very popular. Goku is excited about earning money, so Chi-Chi will stop nagging him about working and he can focus on training. While driving away in a Capsule Corporation truck, Goku stumbles upon a person who's truck is stuck in the road. Goku pulls it out for him, but feels a Gun pointed on his back; he was tricked by a band of robbers. They order Goku to give them his truck, but when Goku refuses, they shoot at him, but Goku maneuvers behind them; they were shooting at Goku's Afterimage. Goku knocks one of the robbers out with a kick, and after catching the other two robbers' bullets, knocks them out. One of the robbers fire his last bullet at Goku, which scratches his arm, he then retaliates by flicking the robber from the left, sending him flying into a rock, knocking him out as well. Goku laughs and says he's getting rusty, since the same thing happened to Krillin not long ago.

Goku calls Krillin and asks him to train, but Krillin is busy fighting robbers himself. Goku then decides to call Whis for some training, and Whis agrees for a present. Goku decides to give them bean daifuku, as they already ate regular daifuku, and tells Whis to meet him at Bulma's place in an hour. Goku rushes home and puts on his Dogi, and Goten asks if he's going to go training and wants to go, but Chi-Chi forbids it. She tells Goten to train his head, not his body, as they are no more villains around so he has no reason to fight. While Chi-Chi is rambling on about studying, Goku and Goten sneak off. Goku and Goten pick up some bean daifuku for Whis, and then head to Capsule Corp, where they meet Bulma. Bulma tells them she got a call from Chi-Chi, who told her to not let Goten leave with Goku. Bulma reveals her large belly, and Goku says she must be eating too much, but Bulma reminds him that she's pregnant.

Goten congratulates Trunks on his new sibling, and asks which he would prefer between a brother and sister since Bulma wants to keep it a surprise. Trunks exclaims that either would be fine. Goku decides to give his bean daifuku to Bulma, but Goten reminds him that it's for Whis and his training. Trunks wants Goten to train with him instead, as he can't go far due to to the baby, and he is bored of fighting Pilaf and Shu. Goten agrees and the two spar. Goku finds Vegeta, and asks him to go training with him, but Vegeta declines because Bulma is giving birth soon. Goku points out he was dead when Goten was born so he didn't have a choice concerning being there. Whis arrives, and prepares to take the two Saiyans to Beerus' planet, but Vegeta says he can't go because of his child, and Whis excitedly asks if Vegeta is giving birth. Vegeta says that Bulma is, and he should be there for her. Whis and Goku then head off, and they meet Beerus at his planet. They eat the bean daifuku, and Goku and Whis start training.

Whis fires a Ki Blast at Goku, who becomes a Super Saiyan and deflects it. Beerus points out that Goku is rusty, and Goku hasn't fought anyone strong in a while, then asks about Zen-Oh's Universal Martial Arts Tournament. Beerus tells him to forget about that idea and not get too involved with Zen-Oh, and Whis agrees, saying they don't know what could happen. Goku reveals the button Zen-Oh gave him as two sides: one button makes Zen-Oh come to him and the other makes him go to Zen-Oh. Beerus puts his hand in front of Goku's face (like his Destruction attack) and says that he may have been too lenient, and Goku's naive nature would get them in trouble. Goku throws the button in the air to make Beerus look, but Goku faked it and pressed the button, teleporting him to Zen-Oh's palace.

Goku is greeted by the Grand Priest, who takes him to see Zen-Oh. Goku asks Zen-Oh about the tournament, and Zen-Oh says he forgot. Future Zen-Oh asks what a tournament is, and Zen-Oh, having witnessed the Universe 6 vs. 7 Tournament, says it's really fun, and they both want to see it. Grand Priest says once they figure out the tournament details, he will contact the Supreme Kais of each universe. Goku agrees and heads back, only immediately pushed by Beerus for ignoring his warnings. Goku asks Whis to take him to the Sacred World of the Kais, and the three head there and meet Supreme Kai, Kibito, and Elder Kai, who ask them if there's another crisis going on. Grand Priest soon appears and announces the details for the tournament: on a specified date and time, 10 warriors from each universe will fight in the Tournament of Power.

The Grand Priest has arrived to the Sacred World of the Kais in Universe 7, in order to relay the details of the Tournament of Power to Goku, Beerus, Whis, Supreme Kai, Kibito, and Elder Kai. After stating when the tournament will take place, Grand Priest announces the tournament will be held in the World of Void, a world with no time or space, so that all fighters can use the full extent of their powers freely. Grand Priest also announces that he has collected the Super Dragon Balls for the tournament, and that Champa has offered him the 3 that he already had. Beerus curses Champa under his breath for secretly collecting them again. Supreme Kai asks what the victorious universe will win, and the Grand Priest answers that they will win nothing. Grand Priest also announces an ultimatum for all participants, though he regrets announcing it so soon, he feels like he should announce it as Goku is Zen-Oh's friend: Zen-Oh will instantly destroy any universe defeated in the tournament.

The Universe 7 group proceed to panic upon hearing this. Grand Priest also announces a personal request to Goku from Zen-Oh: as Future Zen-Oh does not know what a tournament is, there will be an exhibition match called the Zen Exhibition Match, where 3 fighters from Universe 7 will fight against 3 fighters from Universe 9, and the two Zen-Oh will be personally watching. Grand Priest tells Goku to find 2 more fighters to team up with in the next hour, and to head to Zen-Oh's Palace before leaving. Beerus is incredibly angry at Goku, asking him just what he has done to every universe. Supreme Kai comments that should Universe 7 lose and be destroyed, he will be too ashamed to face all living beings. Goku offers to personally ask Zen-Oh to not destroy any universes, but Whis advises against him doing this, saying that should Zen-Oh or Grand Priest get annoyed at Goku's pestering, he would be destroyed on the spot. Beerus says Goku will take responsibility as this is his doing, and Goku says that he just needs to win. Elder Kai reminds him to find 2 partners for the Omni-Present Match, and 9 more partners for the tournament. Beerus yells at Goku to take responsibility and go find 2 more people to fight with him.

Goku goes to Earth and asks Vegeta to fight, but Vegeta reiterates that he's not going anywhere due to Bulma giving birth soon. Goten and Trunks are sparring in the same area, and Goten says hi to his father but gets sucker-punched from behind by Trunks. Vegeta suggests that Goku should go ask his son. Goku says he doesn't know what they're up against, and doesn't feel like Goten or Trunks are good enough, but Goku remembers his other son and thanks Vegeta. Goku meets Gohan at his house and tells him about the tournament. Gohan is hesitant, but Goku says he'll regain his fighting sense in no time, reminding Gohan about his great power deep inside of him. Gohan is still hesitant, but Goku tells him about the extreme stipulation about the losing universes being destroyed, also telling Gohan to keep it a secret to himself, and Gohan is surprised to hear this. Gohan asks Goku how he could create such a thing, saying that if people learn about this, the world and the entire universe will panic. Gohan and Goku agree to keep this a secret from everyone else. Videl asks them why they are whispering, and Goku says he asked Gohan to participate in a tournament with him but he just won't say yes. Videl suggests that Gohan helps his father. Pan appears, flying into her mother's arms, happy. Gohan, watching, says he'll fight with Goku, saying there's something he doesn't want to lose. Mr. Satan appears with Buu and Bee, and Mr. Satan greets Goku. Goku quickly flies past him and goes to Buu, also asking him to fight.

Goku takes Gohan (now wearing his father's Dogi again like in the Fusion Saga), and Buu (with Mr. Satan) back to the Sacred World of the Kais, and Beerus half-heartedly asks Goku if they are his partners. Gohan nervously says hello to Beerus. Beerus asks why Mr. Satan is with them, and Mr. Satan says that Buu will only answer to him. Beerus secretly asks Goku if they know about the stipulation, and Goku says he only told Gohan and they agreed to keep it a secret to avoid panic; Beerus says this is a good idea. Supreme Kai takes the entire group and teleports them to Zen-Oh's Palace. Beerus tells the group to avoid saying or doing anything careless if they want to live, and Mr. Satan nervously complies. While they walk to the main altar, the group meets the Universe 9 group: the Supreme Kai Rou, the God of Destruction Sidra, his angel, and the 3 fighters representing them: the Trio of Dangers: Bergamo, Basil and Lavenda.

The Grand Priest gathers both groups and transports them to the World of Void, where he has prepared a World Martial Arts Tournament-style ring with spectator seats. The Grand Priest then calls for every god in the multiverse to appear, and every single God of Destruction, Angel, and Supreme Kai from each universe all gather to spectate the match. Goku yells at Champa to say hello, but Grand Priest tells Goku to be silent. Grand Priest explains the Future Zen-Oh's request to watch a tournament match as he has never seen one before, and he and Zen-Oh appear to spectate. Goku flies up to them and greets them (Champa is flustered at Goku calling them "Zen-chan"). Beerus immediately grabs Goku and throws him back to the stands, apologizing to Zen-Oh. The other Gods speak to themselves on how vulgar and impudent Universe 7 is acting. Grand Priest, overhearing them, announces that the Tournament of Power was Goku's idea (Zen-Oh's initially, but he forgot about it until Goku reminded him). Goku thanks Zen-Oh for letting them fight first, and Zen-Oh excitedly tells Goku to give them a good fight, and Goku agrees.

Grand Priest explains the rules for the fights: there will be one-on-one matches in order, there is no time limit, and the winner will be chosen if his opponent surrenders or is unable to continue fighting. Rou greedily asks Grand Priest if there are any prizes, and Grand Priest says the purpose of this match is solely to provide anticipation for the tournament, and to show Future Zen-Oh what a tournament is. Sidra nervously asks if they will be destroyed on the spot if Zen-Oh considers the fighters to be boring, and Grand Priest says that it is a possibility, as all is as Zen-Oh wills it. Grand Priest calls for the two beginning fighters to go to the stage, and Basil goes, and Bergamo tells him to enjoy toying with them. Just like they decided, Goku says the first fighter will be Buu, but the group notice that Buu fell asleep during all of the talking. Beerus quickly orders Mr. Satan to do his job, and Mr. Satan wakes Buu with a chocolate bar, promising more if he goes to play with Basil. Buu agrees and heads to the ring. With both fighters present, Grand Priest announces the match to begin.

Basil quickly goes on the offensive and kicks Buu around, showing that his fighting style revolves around using his legs in a kickboxing-like method. The two Zen-Oh are impressed with Basil's speed. As Buu lays on the ground motionless, Basil comments about what a real buffoon he is, and Supreme Kai and Beerus are worried as Rou smirks. Lying on the ground, Buu grins.

Basil quickly gains the upper hand and beats down Buu, who is not taking the fight seriously and thinks of it as a game. Goku goads Basil into showing his full power to get Buu's attention, which leads to Basil using his ultimate attack. As the Supreme Kai of Universe 9 claims victory, Buu emerges with a hole in his stomach, but he is otherwise unmoved. Basil and the Supreme Kai of Universe 9 are shocked to see this. Mr. Satan is injured during the attack. He tells Buu to beat Basil before falling unconscious. This enrages Buu to the point where he effortlessly beats Basil and knocks him out of the ring. However, since neither Zen-Oh is satisfied with the fight, Basil is allowed to get back into the ring. The Supreme Kai from Universe 9 gives Basil a drug that makes him far more powerful. Although Beerus demands that Basil is disqualified for obvious cheating, Zen-Oh is entertained by this and allows the fight to continue. The Grand Priest announces that the rules will be improvised as tournament goes along. Basil overpowers Buu and seemingly beats him, which causes the Supreme Kai to prematurely gloat about the superiority of Universe 9. However, Buu emerges unscathed and launches a full power attack at Basil. This knocks him out and clinches Universe 7 the victory. As the Universe 9 team laments Basil's loss, Lavenda says that if he had been allowed to kill his opponent then he would have won. Gohan volunteers to fight next against Lavenda, who is allowed to kill to hiss heart's content.

The next match of the Zen Exhibition Match is Gohan of Universe 7 against Lavenda of Universe 9. Gohan remarks that he hasn't participated in a tournament in a long time, and he should take things slowly to regain his fighting sense. While Lavenda silently chuckles to himself, Gohan says he must see how Lavenda fights with his eyes since his ki cannot be sensed. Goku tells Gohan to not wait and see Lavenda's actions, but to start the fight without holding anything back because Gohan is strong. Gohan agrees and thanks him, and the two fighters walk towards each other. Grand Priest calls for the match to commence.

Immediately, Gohan attacks and he and Lavenda exchange a number of blows. When Gohan throws a punch, Lavenda dodges it and wraps himself around Gohan's arm. Lavenda then sprays a mist of poison gas in Gohan's face, blinding him. Lavenda then sprays the same gas on his fists and uses them to attack Gohan, further immobilizing him. Whis exclaims that Lavenda is using a very powerful poison. While Lavenda is overwhelming Gohan, Rou proudly exclaims that this is what Lavenda of the Trio De Dangers is capable of. Mr. Satan yells out that this is cheating, and Goku reminds him that in this tournament anything goes. Despite Rou's boasting, Shin pulls out a bag of Senzu Beans, saying that if Universe 9 healed their fighter mid-battle, they can, too. However, Gohan tells him that he doesn't need a Senzu Bean, not wanting anyone to interfere in this battle, wanting to use only his power. Goku agrees with him, saying that against an opponent whom Gohan cannot see or sense, this is the perfect training for him to regain his fighting sense.

Ignoring Lavenda's boasting, Gohan quietly concentrates to hear and feel Lavenda's movements. When Lavenda tries to attack from behind, Gohan blocks his attack the instant he feels Lavenda's leg connecting on his head. The two Zen-Oh are impressed and gleefully watch. Exclaiming it was a fluke, Lavenda tries attacking again, but Gohan blocks every single hit and counterattacks. Bergamo points out to a surprised Rou that since Gohan lost his sense of vision, he is heightening his other four senses, also commenting that Gohan is a worthy opponent. After more trial-and-error, Lavenda flies into the air, and Gohan remarks he can no longer hear his footsteps. Lavenda then fires Ki Blasts at Gohan, and he has trouble defending himself. Goku exclaims that this could be bad for Gohan, but is confident that his son will be able to overcome things the harder they get. When Lavenda prepares to finish Gohan off, Gohan says he hasn't had a chance to unleash his power, transforming into a Super Saiyan.

The two Zen-Oh are amazed that Gohan is shining and gold, and Grand Priest informs them that he is a Super Saiyan. Toppo realizes that Universe 7 has fighters that can willfully alter their power level. Lavenda exclaims that despite Gohan's power increase, he should still be helpless in sensing Lavenda's attacks, and Gohan tells him to give it a shot. Lavenda does so, and Gohan manages to deflect his ki blast. Gohan deflects more ki blasts, and flies straight towards Lavenda and relentlessly assaults him. Lavenda asks if Gohan can see him, and Gohan says that his ki detects where he is. Whis and Shin praise Gohan for wisely using his Super Saiyan powers like an active radar, but Whis exclaims that this could be a double-edged sword. When Gohan tries to finish off Lavenda, he collapses and powers down to base. Whis and Beerus comment that due to becoming a Super Saiyan, the poison spreading in Gohan's body is accelerating. Lavenda takes this opportunity to assault a helpless Gohan and spraying even more poison on him. Despite his disadvantage, Gohan becomes a Super Saiyan again and the two fight a heated battle, also entering a beam struggle with Lavenda's ki blast and Gohan's Kamehameha. However, Gohan is overwhelmed due to gradually getting weaker from the poison, which has begun spreading throughout his entire body. Lavenda sprays more poison, and Gohan flies straight through it, attacking Lavenda and grabbing him with a Full-Nelson. Exclaiming it doesn't matter if he's blind if they're that close, Gohan slams himself and Lavenda to the ring below, causing an explosion.

When Lavenda is knocked out, Gohan momentarily stands up to say he has won, and falls down himself. Grand Priest exclaims the match is a tie due to both fighters being unable to continue. Goku feeds his son a Senzu Bean, proud of his performance and that it got him excited, but Gohan still says he's too weak. Grand Priest announces to all of the spectators his rankings of the universes, giving Universe 7 an average of 3.18, which is second from the bottom. Whis asks which universe ranked below them, and it turned out to be Universe 9 with an average of 1.86. Grand Priest reveals the stipulation of the losing universes to be destroyed to the public, and Champa is afraid of this news. While each universe discuss this, Shin asks Grand Priest if every universe that enters will be destroyed if they lose. Grand Priest informs him that Universes 1 & 12, along with 5 & 8, are exempt from entering as their average is over 7. Whis simplifies his words, explaining that every other universe would be erased because they're low developed, but will be spared if they win in the Tournament of Power. Mr. Satan faints when he realizes their fate if they lose in the tournament.

Beerus blames Shin's passive nature for allowing mortals to develop themselves, and Shin blames Beerus for being asleep most of the time. Elder Kai asks what will happen to the gods, and Grand Priest answers that they will also be erased with their universe, except for the angels. Whis and Vados seem to be aware of this, and Beerus and Champa are flustered that they will still live. Preparing to announce the third match, Grand Priest repairs the ring. The final fight between Goku and Bergamo is about to begin.

Characters

Universe 1 Iwen Universe 1 Angel Universe 1 Supreme Kai

Universe 2 Helles Universe 2 Angel Universe 2 Supreme Kai

Universe 3 Mosco Universe 3 Angel Universe 3 Supreme Kai

Universe 4 Quitela Universe 4 Angel Universe 4 Supreme Kai

Universe 5 Arak Universe 5 Angel Universe 5 Supreme Kai

Universe 6 Champa Vados Universe 6 Supreme Kai Cabba Frost Hit Auta Magetta Botamo

Universe 7 Beerus Whis Shin Goku Vegeta Gohan Majin Buu Piccolo Android 18 Android 17 Tien Shinhan Krillin Master Roshi

Trunks Goten Bulma Chi-Chi Videl Pan Mr. Satan Chiaotzu Emperor Pilaf Shu Mai Old Kai Kibito Turtle Marron Bee

Universe 8 Liquir Universe 8 Angel Universe 8 Supreme Kai

Universe 9 Sidra Universe 9 Angel Rou Bergamo Lavender Basil

Universe 10 Rumoosh Universe 10 Angel Gowasu

Universe 11 Vermoud Universe 11 Angel Kai Toppo Beerus' race member Alien member

Universe 12 Gene Universe 12 Angel Universe 12 Supreme Kai

Other

• Zen-Oh
• Future Zen-Oh
• Grand Priest
• Zen-Oh's attendants
• Future Zen-Oh's attendants
• Unnamed female fighter (Tournament of Power)
• Good Buu-like Female Fighter

Battles Featured

• Goku vs. Burglars
• Goku (Base/Super Saiyan) vs. Whis
• Goten vs. Trunks
• Majin Buu vs. Basil (Base/Drug-induced power up)
• Gohan (Base/Super Saiyan) vs. Lavender
• Goku (Base/Super Saiyan) vs. Bergamo

Episode List

Episode #	Title
77	"Let's Do It, Zen-Oh! The Universe's Greatest Martial Arts Tournament!!"
78	"The Gods of Every Universe in Shock?! Losers Erased in the Tournament of Power"
79	"Universe 9’s Basil the Kicker vs Universe 7’s Majin Buu"
80	"Awaken Your Sleeping Battle Spirit! Son Gohan's Fight!!"
81	"Crusher Bergamo vs. Son Goku! Which Has Sky-High Strength?!
82	"The Righteous Warrior Toppo Bursts In
83	"Forming the Universe 7 Representative Team

Gallery

Team Universe 7 Universe Survival Saga teaser Universe Survival Saga Promotional artwork revealing Sidra and the Universe 8 Angel Universe 6 Supreme Kai, Champa and Vados Toppo, Kai, Vermouth and Universe 11 Angel Gowasu, Rumoosh and Universe 10 Angel