@TheIrishRushin agree but I also think it was meant to be a reference to android 8 and goku. There's a reason he was named 16 it's double 8 and goku got angry when 8 died
I hate to say it, but this is even better than Goku turning ss1… The build up to SS2 is absolute mayhem. The world and its future is at stake, the z warriors are getting pummeled by mini cells, the music is blasting and the animation is at its peak. Although Goku vs Cell was the best fight, Gohan vs Cell was an unexpected climax that fit perfectly with where DBZ was heading. It’s an absolute shame how they massacred my boy Gohan in later episodes, but to me… the real DBZ ends in the Cell Saga.
The build up to this moment was an absolute masterpiece by Akira Toriyama. Quite literally from the very beginning of the show, Toriyama displays Gohan’s dormant power. Shows it against Raditz, Frieza, and finally for Cell. Hundreds of episodes go by and we get to watch one of the best written anime characters ever do what he was created to do. Rest in Peace Akira Toriyama, you’ll be apart of our lives forever❤
Literal chills... you just had to be there when this first came out. The music, the vibes, the build up over time, just an amazing moment for me in my childhood.
When I first saw this I was so curious as to what Gohan did because he was so baffled on how to bring out his hidden power. So after the scream, I won’t watch this anymore, he exploded and I’m like WTF DID HE JUST DO.
@marlonrichardson8584 not the same. Vegeta didn't think anything until he realised he was no match. Here cell instantly realises gohans power is exceptional. Not yet to the point of fear though.
He was meant to be the main protagonist heading into the Buu saga but Toriyama was pressured by the editors to keep it as Goku, because the Japanese preferred Goku. (If in not mistaken of course).
The 1st time he was just releasing his energy in the hyperbolic time chamber and Goku felt the potential but this is his first time actually transforming to SSJ2
He was saying that in relation to Vegeta and Trunks, who fought him in their ascended ssj forms. They had powered up their strength at the cost of their speed. It's why Cell also says, "You're making the same mistake Trunks did, boy." Ssj2 was something else, fortunately.
when this aired as new when I was a kid the power went out in my local area when gohan immediately transformed and I lost my sense of reality for a bit
Gohan transforming into a ssj2 was still the greatest and unforgettable moment. Because even though he was a child he was able to defeat cell with no difficulty when others didn't.
I feel it’s the lack of passion behind the transformations in Super. Goku and Gohan lost a loved one and unlocked their respective SSJ levels through their anger. Sure, all the training showed their potential, but that trigger was still needed to unlock it. Even Vegeta was driven by jealousy to go SSJ for the first time. I have no doubt that’s what’s missing from Super. However to their credit, even though it sadly didn’t amount to too much in my opinion, they tried to bring that concept back with Trunks and I loved it for him.
Gohan is the most powerful…. They distinguished it the pulled it back. They treated him wrong. He was supposed to be the chosen one but they keep making Goku and Vegeta stronger. That’s when I quit watching
This scene is really sweet because it is dr geros son talking to gohan, telling him to destroy his fathers creations. It is quite poetic, just two sons of rival fathers having a moment Also something to think about, Goku made friends with eighter before he died, and gohan with sixteen.
Gohan going SSJ2 will forever be my favorite transformation, and as much as I must admit that Goku going SSJ for the first time is forever iconic to the series, Gohan going SSJ2 and unlocking that level just hits a lot more differently. It’s just a shame how they did him in the Majin Buu saga. He didn’t deserve to be written the way he was, but I’m glad Super kinda helped set him straight. And I’ll happily take this timeline for him; He may have died a hero in the original timeline, but he deserved better before that happened
As iconic as this moment was you really do have to question Cells arrogance. Did he not feel Gohans energy on a pure rise? Or did he not bother trying to feel it because he thought he saw this with Trunks already?
Easily the top moment in all of dbz. As a kid all the way into my 20’s (35 now) I always said it was goku going super saiyan for the first time. But nothing gives me chills like this scene
Gohan finally becoming the Man he was always meant to become after ascending to the next level of Super Saiyan watching his friend Android 16 get his head crushed was near identical to what set Goku off on Namek when Frieza destroyed Krillen the way he did. Does nobody know by now not to push a Saiyan too far ? 😂
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Android 16: "It is because you cherish life; you must protect it." No better words were said. 💯%
It would be a fantastic line if they had ever met prior. Gohan is getting triggered by the death of someone he never spoke to before.
😢
@TheIrishRushin agree but I also think it was meant to be a reference to android 8 and goku. There's a reason he was named 16 it's double 8 and goku got angry when 8 died
@@TheIrishRushindon’t have to meet someone prior to pretty quickly realize their stance on life and to quickly see that they valued life
@@MrYoungzay eh
That doesn't fit here.
Still to this day, the most unforgettable dragon ball moment
Ss3 by goku and gotenx was better
@@zoesaintvil7900 nope🤷🏽♂️
@yannick willems shutup . U dont kno dragonball
@@zoesaintvil7900 no 😎
@yannick willems thank u for admitting you dont know dragonball. I appreciate the honesty
I hate to say it, but this is even better than Goku turning ss1… The build up to SS2 is absolute mayhem. The world and its future is at stake, the z warriors are getting pummeled by mini cells, the music is blasting and the animation is at its peak. Although Goku vs Cell was the best fight, Gohan vs Cell was an unexpected climax that fit perfectly with where DBZ was heading. It’s an absolute shame how they massacred my boy Gohan in later episodes, but to me… the real DBZ ends in the Cell Saga.
Him going SSJ2 is still my motivation to ascend properly in the gym, lol. 🏋🏿♂️
This arc is the absolute pinnacle of all anime
The build up to this moment was an absolute masterpiece by Akira Toriyama. Quite literally from the very beginning of the show, Toriyama displays Gohan’s dormant power. Shows it against Raditz, Frieza, and finally for Cell. Hundreds of episodes go by and we get to watch one of the best written anime characters ever do what he was created to do.
Rest in Peace Akira Toriyama, you’ll be apart of our lives forever❤
Literal chills... you just had to be there when this first came out. The music, the vibes, the build up over time, just an amazing moment for me in my childhood.
Bro fr 😩
absolutely
When I first saw this I was so curious as to what Gohan did because he was so baffled on how to bring out his hidden power. So after the scream, I won’t watch this anymore, he exploded and I’m like WTF DID HE JUST DO.
for reallllllllll
"u had to be there"
Fudge off gatekeeping prick
"Let it all go" *immediately regrets saying that*
There’s something about Cell saying “Incredible” 👌🏽
That same look vegeta had when he knew he fucked letting cell achieve his perfect form.
It's perfect
@marlonrichardson8584 not the same. Vegeta didn't think anything until he realised he was no match. Here cell instantly realises gohans power is exceptional. Not yet to the point of fear though.
@@marlonrichardson8584it was a moment afterwards but the first look was a mix of shock and impressed
I think the " incredible " was better than the Japanese version saying " you've changed "
Gohan is the greatest what if in The history in DBZ ever
He was meant to be the main protagonist heading into the Buu saga but Toriyama was pressured by the editors to keep it as Goku, because the Japanese preferred Goku. (If in not mistaken of course).
@123dan165 your mistaken
@@KALICOEYea I heard that was a rumor too
@oladeebiazazi4538 that's what it was a rumor same with yamcha he was becoming a fan favorite and toriyama killed him off early
Sucks Japanese fans didn't want gohan to be the main guy after the cells games are Tori had to change it back to goku
2:16 Pidgeotto makes its dbz debut
The fact that you used the old toonami music verifys this video will never be deleted from my playlist!
It's the only music that should be played for eng dubbed Dbz!
Exactly! Bruce Faulconer, what a guy
The blu ray edition of DBZ on Amazon has the Bruce falconer music
Rest in Peace....Toriyama-sensei...
How is this post 3 years old when he only died 2 months ago?
@@BlackWingedSeraphXwhat?
@@LetsPlayArcanium It read "3 Years ago" at the time I typed this response lol. Now it's back to "2 months ago." Maybe it was a TH-cam Glitch.
"You are making the same mistake Trunks did. Boy." As it casts across Gohans pissed off face. I love that sequence.
No Cell... You're making the same mistake Vegeta did.
@@casartherandom3010Facts 🤣🤣🤣💯💯
@@bloodyredpill3027 I mean, Vegeta IS part of his DNA.
I used to run home from football practice to watch this
I risked an asthma attack just to watch it
😅same I was at basketball practice though and had that vcr on a timer to record for me
Hell yeah! So many memories!
@@Nigerian-born_Americandamn I have asthma too I do the same thing 😂😂😂
I had the VCR tape it every weekday so I could watch it after school
“Please drop your restraints, protect the life I love, you have the strength my scanners senses it, now just let it go” no words this is peak anime!!
You figured Cell would of learned from Vegeta's mistake. Now the shoe was on the other foot. What goes around comes around.
Cell had Goku & Vegeta's cells in his genes. He was cursed with Saiyan Arrogance😎
@LivinMyJeffLife it was vegeta and freiza that made him like that or he would've just blew the earth up
Careful Cell... your Vegeta is showing...
Favorite voice for Gohan... I wish she would've stuck around for Kai.
😂😂
Always thought the same thing
Same
Linda Young for Frieza was GOATed too
She?
Watching this in 2023 and I still get Goosebumps
I said the same thing and it’s 2024
Me 2024😂😂
Goku smiling... proud of his son reaching his potential
Video begins at 0:45
Dr Gero’s son and Goku’s Son.. Great Writing
Aye that slips allot of minds good comment
Technically… “Gohan turns SSJ2 for the SECOND time”.
Nah we gonna say first. I'm pretty sure that flashback isn't canon
The 1st time he was just releasing his energy in the hyperbolic time chamber and Goku felt the potential but this is his first time actually transforming to SSJ2
No
It's about time someone said it 😊
@@MrYoungzayexactly
That scream at 2:45!!! Chills every single time man!
The voice actor nailed it. Such talented VAs Funimation got for this show.
Same here
Android 16 smiling knowing that what Cell does next will push Gohan over the edge.
"Dont think you can beat me just by powering up"....did cell know what powering up means lol
He was saying that in relation to Vegeta and Trunks, who fought him in their ascended ssj forms. They had powered up their strength at the cost of their speed. It's why Cell also says, "You're making the same mistake Trunks did, boy."
Ssj2 was something else, fortunately.
when this aired as new when I was a kid the power went out in my local area when gohan immediately transformed and I lost my sense of reality for a bit
That’s terrible man lol 😂
I would have lost my shit.
@@XXNerdzillaXX here's the thing, people be mad for missing the episode, I was a dumb enough kid to think a cartoon was real for a few minutes
@@Cardlimits Oh.. in that case, good thing ya learned the lesson.
@@XXNerdzillaXX again, super duper young
That final scream 5:39 gets me every time
@7:22
When MR. PERFECT CELL realizes What He Truly Done!
Never Gets Old
46 second intro is crazy
I miss old youtube 😂
Ikr but that was old TH-cam 😂
Gohan is my role model and he's a freaking animated child. Ttg fit the family.
And cell is the best villain ever
Mine too. I'm almost 35 & still wish I could be more like Gohan💯
Cell: "That's the way, let it all go."
10 seconds later:
Cell: "Yup, I'm f*cked."
Yep
Greatest moment in anime history
💯💯💯
I like this intro, reminds me of Toonami
5:26 is the best part of the video on god💯💯💯💯
Cell is freaked out by SSJ2 power right from the moment he sees it!
These music transitions for gohan are awesome
This version will forever be the "Incredible" goated version! 🐐
Realizing cell was only watching so he could figure out how to do it himself
Epic just so epic! Still get the chills! This era of Gohan is goated. Can't stop revisiting this transformation and this fight with him and cell.
Same here..I’m 36 and I still come on here from time to time to rewatch these videos 25 years later..lol
Cells face when violence was choosen
The toonami music maaaaaannn...
Bruce Faulconer* 😇
Brooooooooo flashbacks omfg. Need the link to this track.
@@-ClickBait All the Bruce Falconer DBZ music is on streaming. Spotify
This is like Goku losing Eighter...
Gohan lost 16
Gohan transforming into a ssj2 was still the greatest and unforgettable moment. Because even though he was a child he was able to defeat cell with no difficulty when others didn't.
Till he got overconfident and lost the use of an arm
@@celldweller210 He lost it because Vegeta was a fool
It was said in a episode that the only way to truly unlock your full power is by anger or hurt
Well he snapped ........
Cell had no idea what he was unleashing in gohan...
Cell unleashed the beast within
The super sayians are the sun's of god
Z's transformations just hit different brother...I like super. its just...somethings off
I feel it’s the lack of passion behind the transformations in Super. Goku and Gohan lost a loved one and unlocked their respective SSJ levels through their anger. Sure, all the training showed their potential, but that trigger was still needed to unlock it. Even Vegeta was driven by jealousy to go SSJ for the first time. I have no doubt that’s what’s missing from Super. However to their credit, even though it sadly didn’t amount to too much in my opinion, they tried to bring that concept back with Trunks and I loved it for him.
This felt like a Toonami edit. Respect.
Agreed!!
Agreed
Don't piss gohan off!!!
Frieza had the same face when goku turned ssj
Will never forget watching this as a young lad .,when every episode was like 3 minutes long ,brilliant
Gohan is the most powerful…. They distinguished it the pulled it back. They treated him wrong. He was supposed to be the chosen one but they keep making Goku and Vegeta stronger. That’s when I quit watching
Faulconer's score is so good man. So epic. The tone it sets is perfect.
Nobody told Cell to be careful what you wish for
I dont know why they never brought him back
This was truly one of the most epic moments in DBZ history, right up there with goku going ssj3 for the 1st time and Vegeta going ssj for the 1st time
Gohan power is amazing
Look man. This intro flames
Getting off the school bus to run home in time to make Toonami was a different feeling. I will love DBZ forever!
Future Trunks seeing young Gohan go SSJ2 is incredible
One of those rare times that the dub is actually better than the original.
2nd time ? First was in the time chamber training with Goku?
Dbz kai has no feeling.
Android 16 gives straight Eighter vibes.
"Cell is such a bean."
*being
intro reminds me of the old toonami ones bdasss
4:54 when the piano starts..
I watch this scene every year atleast 5 times
Toonami music was so much better
Not keeping gohan as a lead or co-lead with goku was a huge mistake
Dbz kai has no feeling.
“That’s the way…. Let it all GO!” The sheer villainy that is Cell with that quote…
That part when he snapped is amazing
All the true Gohan fans stayed loyal to see when his potential would be released and now that it came we couldn’t be happier to see Beast Gohan.
the music playing in the background during the final stage of trasnformation...Let It All Go 🦾😎
Lol I always come.back to watch this 😂😂😂
Excellent show 😊
This scene is really sweet because it is dr geros son talking to gohan, telling him to destroy his fathers creations. It is quite poetic, just two sons of rival fathers having a moment
Also something to think about, Goku made friends with eighter before he died, and gohan with sixteen.
My question is when they brought everyone back that Cell killed. Wouldn't 16 be revived again? Bc 17 and 18 were.
According to 16's design he wasn't mortal all mechanic so he was unable to be revived
@@devinharris4531 That makes sense. Thank you.
Yet another fighter you could've saved
That intro was Fiiiirrrrreeee!!! 🔥
Gohan going SSJ2 will forever be my favorite transformation, and as much as I must admit that Goku going SSJ for the first time is forever iconic to the series, Gohan going SSJ2 and unlocking that level just hits a lot more differently. It’s just a shame how they did him in the Majin Buu saga. He didn’t deserve to be written the way he was, but I’m glad Super kinda helped set him straight. And I’ll happily take this timeline for him; He may have died a hero in the original timeline, but he deserved better before that happened
Cell needs a new pair of undies.
Give Cell credit many angered Gohan enough to tap his powers but only he made Gohan angry enough to sustain them. Oops.
As iconic as this moment was you really do have to question Cells arrogance. Did he not feel Gohans energy on a pure rise? Or did he not bother trying to feel it because he thought he saw this with Trunks already?
He thought it the same as Vegeta's and Trunk's forms he seen before.
how come they never revived 16??
Maybe it’s cause he doesn’t have a soul to revive
he doesn't have a soul , so he can't
I love that moment at 7:08 when the smoke clears. Gohan looks like he’s coming for blood 😬
This was the Beast Gohan we all grew up with
the bird and the snap I shed some tears when I watch this all over again childhood memories still hurts so hard
😂
Easily the top moment in all of dbz. As a kid all the way into my 20’s (35 now) I always said it was goku going super saiyan for the first time. But nothing gives me chills like this scene
5:04shit get real
Gohan finally becoming the Man he was always meant to become after ascending to the next level of Super Saiyan watching his friend Android 16 get his head crushed was near identical to what set Goku off on Namek when Frieza destroyed Krillen the way he did. Does nobody know by now not to push a Saiyan too far ? 😂
Love this 😅😢😂❤🎉😊
@7:09-gave me chills just seeing the transformation plus the music!!!
Ice
Funny all the Cell Jrs revealed to have surived and form a family bond with Android 17 in the DBS manga
I don't like how the remastered version of dbz on crunchyroll doesn't have gohans anger theme by Bruce faulconer in this episode
RIP Toriyama
Cell just had to have Vegeta’s arrogance and pride within him😂