How Does Dragon Ball Daima’s Finale Explain Goku Never Using Super Saiyan 4 in Super?

The climactic battle in *Dragon Ball Daima*'s finale pits Gomah against Goku, who unveils a shocking new transformation. Naturally, many fans anticipated an explanation for Super Saiyan 4's absence in *Super*. So, how does *Dragon Ball Daima* address this?

Episode 19 sees the Z Fighters revert to their adult forms after Glorio's wish. Vegeta attempts to subdue Gomah, failing even as a Super Saiyan 3. Goku then steps in, harnessing the power Neva granted him—a form he later calls "Super Saiyan 4."

In this form, Goku confronts Gomah, holding his own and ultimately blasting a hole through his opponent and the Demon Realm, allowing Piccolo to deliver the final blows. While initially suggesting a Demon Realm-exclusive transformation or one only accessible through Neva, the series subverts expectations. Goku reveals he attained this form simply through post-Buu training, with no mention of mind-wiping, leaving *Daima*'s canonicity ambiguous.

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Is *Dragon Ball Daima* Canon to *Super*?

Super Saiyan 4's introduction raises significant questions about *Daima*'s place within the *Dragon Ball* canon. Goku's failure to utilize this immensely powerful form against Beerus in *Super*, especially with Earth's fate hanging in the balance, is perplexing. While forgetting it is possible, Vegeta's reaction to being surpassed again seems unlikely.

However, a post-credits scene offers a potential loophole. The Demon Realm harbors two more Evil Third Eyes. A potential second season, involving these objects falling into the wrong hands, could provide a mechanism for Super Saiyan 4's return and subsequent loss by Goku. This remains speculation, but its absence otherwise creates a significant plot hole.

Thus, *Dragon Ball Daima*'s finale explains Goku's lack of Super Saiyan 4 in *Super*. For more, check out the anime's intro song.

*Dragon Ball Daima is streaming now on Crunchyroll.*