This summary provides an overview of , titled " Number One Under the Moon? " in the English dub. Episode Overview
: The blast appears to vaporize Goku, leaving his friends in despair. However, it is soon revealed that Roshi actually targeted and destroyed the moon itself, forcing Goku to revert to his human form and ending the immediate threat. Thematic Significance Dragon Ball (Dub) Episode 27
: Critics often cite this episode for its "Chekhov’s Tail" setup—reintroducing Goku's tail earlier so the transformation feels organic—and for providing one of the series' most effective cliffhangers. This summary provides an overview of , titled
If you were looking for episode 27 of a different series, here is a quick reference: However, it is soon revealed that Roshi actually
: " The Earth Explodes?! A Decisive Kamehameha! "—Vegeta fights Golden Frieza, and Whis uses a "Temporal Do-Over" to save Earth.
: " The Return of Goku "—Goku finally arrives back on Earth to face Nappa and Vegeta.
: Triggered by the moon, Goku transforms into a Great Ape (Oozaru), breaking free from the attack but losing his senses and rampaging through the tournament building.