In Dragon Ball, Goku has always been known for his steadfast will and courage in the face of opponents that seem impossible to overcome; from his first fight with Vegeta to his climactic battle against Jiren in the Tournament of Power. He has repeatedly engaged in combat with some of the most formidable and deadly opponents in the universe, including Majin Buu, Frieza, and Cell. Every time, Goku has risen to the challenge, constantly evolving into more powerful forms.
However, there is one entity in the Dragon Ball universe who may truly cause him to hesitate; a character so powerful and mysterious that Goku might genuinely feel fear. No, we’re not talking about Chi-chi — the only person who has the potential to make Goku run with his tail between his legs is Zalama, the person who created the Super Dragon Balls.
Zalama: The Creator of the Super Dragon Balls and the Ultimate Power
Even though Zalama is still a mysterious figure in the Dragon Ball universe, the level of his influence suggests he is among the most powerful beings in existence. He may be significantly more powerful than any known god or deity in the Dragon Ball series, given that he created the Super Dragon Balls, the strongest wish-granting objects ever known.
The Eternal Dragon, Super Shenron, can grant any desire, and the Super Dragon Balls are on a scale that exceeds the usual Dragon Balls, no matter how ridiculous it may sound.
Given his knowledge and his capacity to craft such powerful artifacts, Zalama might be far more intelligent than even the gods of destruction and angels. If Zalama’s strength matches his intelligence, he might be the only creature strong enough to defeat entities like Zeno or the Grand Priest. This potential makes him an even greater threat, as his strength would be rooted in both intellect and raw power.
Zalama vs Goku: Who Might be Stronger?
If there’s one character in the Dragon Ball universe who could make Goku fearful, it would be Zalama; not even Chi-Chi’s scolding or Frieza’s brutality. Zalama’s strength stems from his near-divine knowledge and his ability to manipulate the universe’s structure. Because of the unpredictable nature of his powers and his role in creating the Super Dragon Balls, Zalama is most likely an unimaginably powerful entity.
Goku, who has always relied on his ability to surpass any opponent through training, strength, and determination, may find himself at a loss if he ever faces Zalama. Realistically, how does an individual train to defeat someone who can control the very nature of existence?
For the first time, Goku may encounter an opponent who doesn’t follow the same battle rules as he does. Because of this, Zalama, the person who created the Super Dragon Balls, maybe the only character in the Dragon Ball cosmos capable of actually outsmarting Goku.
While this theory remains speculative since we know so little about Zalama. if Goku ever finds himself standing before the creator of the Super Dragon Balls, he might finally meet the one opponent who could even make him feel terror.
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