Dragon Ball Super Finally Gives Goku Classic Saiyan Battle Armor
Warning! Spoilers for Dragon Ball Super chapter 84 ahead!
In the heat, smoke, and fire of battle, no sight struck a deeper fear in opponents than the blue, white and gold of Saiyan battle armor, but surprisingly Goku has never donned the telltale sign of Saiyan warriors until a recent chapter of Dragon Ball Super.
Like the Spartans of ancient Greece, the Saiyans have developed into one of the pre-eminent military societies and cultures in Universe 7. Their fighting ferocity is literally a basic element of their DNA. Understanding their military effectiveness, after conquering and destroying their home planet of Vegeta, Frieza compelled the Saiyans to serve in his army. As part of the Frieza Force, the Saiyans were provided a unique battle armor that allowed them to achieve their fullest potential in battle. Like in any army, Saiyan battle armor came in multiple forms, with the specific form used dependent on the situation. However, the most commonly known type, that was normally worn by Saiyans in the Freiza Force consisted of a blue body suit, with white gloves, boots, and a white and gold chest plate. This was lightweight but protective, and extremely flexible. Indeed, it had the capacity to keep its form even when a Saiyan transformed into a Great Ape.
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Chapter 84 of Dragon Ball Super finally sees Goku don the Saiyan armor after fighting hundreds of battles across a long career. This comes after hearing the story of his father Bardock, Goku, at long last embraces his Saiyan identity and feels "the pride of the people." Interpreting this to mean Goku wants to be like his father and wear the traditional Saiyan battle armor, Monaito dresses Goku and
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