Dragon Ball Episode 2 Apr 2026

The second episode of the original Dragon Ball series, titled (or Gokū no Shugyō ), continues the journey of young Goku and Bulma as they search for the Dragon Balls. Episode Summary

: This episode introduces the series' first major antagonist, Emperor Pilaf, along with his subordinates Shu and Mai , who are also tracking the Dragon Balls. Dragon Ball Episode 2

: Various English dubs edited scenes for Western television, such as digitally adding objects to cover nudity during Goku’s bath scene. The second episode of the original Dragon Ball

: A picture of Arale (from Akira Toriyama's Dr. Slump ) can be seen on the wall of the capsule house, marking one of her first "appearances" in the Dragon Ball world. : A picture of Arale (from Akira Toriyama's Dr

: Fans have noted that Bulma's comment about Goku not being from "around here" while looking at the night sky subtly foreshadows his alien origins later revealed in Dragon Ball Z .

After starting their adventure, Goku and Bulma stop to camp for the night near . Goku, who has spent his life in the wilderness, is amazed by Bulma’s Hoi-Poi Capsules , specifically when she creates a fully furnished house out of a small capsule. Key plot points include:

: In an anime-only filler scene, Goku defends Shu and Mai from a pack of wolves in the wilderness without realizing they are his rivals. Key Episode Data Original Air Date : March 5, 1986 (Japan). English Air Date : September 16, 1995. Characters Introduced : Emperor Pilaf, Shu, and Mai. Location : Skull Valley. Cultural Impact & Trivia