Weekly ☆ Character Showcase #272: Chaozu From the Saiyan Arc!
Chaozu - Saiyan Arc -
The Weekly ☆ Character Showcase is an article series where we introduce one character from the Dragon Ball universe each week. This week we're taking a closer look at the chibi and courageous Chaozu as he appears during the Saiyan arc.
Story
Chaozu is a martial artist formerly of Tsuru School.
While travelling together as part of their training, Chaozu and his fellow Tsuru School disciple, Tenshinhan, learn that the Saiyans are coming to Earth. To improve their chances against the new threat, they agree to undergo rigorous training under Kami's direction.
(Tale 209)
Vegeta and Nappa suddenly arrive while Chaozu and Tenshinhan are training down on Earth. Sensing their tremendous energy, the two rush to meet their new enemies.
(Tale 213)
(Tale 214)
Chaozu then helps Tenshinhan fight the Saibaiman created by Nappa.
(Tale 215)
As Nappa powers up an attack that shakes the very earth itself, Chaozu attempts to stop him with his psychic powers, but to no avail.
(Tale 216)
Tenshinhan's life is in danger after he loses an arm to Nappa's attack.
(Tale 217)
To save Tenshinhan, Chaozu grabs onto Nappa from behind and sacrifices himself in an explosive attack.
(Tale 217)
First Appearance
"Dragon Ball" Tale 113
Trivia
Tenshinhan's brother in arms!
Knowing how dangerous the Saiyans are, Tenshinhan was prepared to leave Chaozu behind when going to fight them, but Chaozu bravely chose to join Tenshinhan in battle.
(Tale 213)
→Preview: Next week's character faced off against Chaozu!
*All images are from the Japanese version.
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