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=== First Transformation === |
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| + | The first transformation, so far only showcased by Freeza, is the first in the line of the Frost Demon's transformative abilities. This transformation comes with a multitude of physical changes; a notable increase in height, elongated horns, and enlarged muscles. In fact, this form is identical to the previous state, and is merely "larger". Notably, this form also resemble's what appears to be Cold's base state. In the anime, this form also comes with a stark deepening of the voice. |
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| + | In this state, the Frost Demon's power skyrockets; Piccolo could feel Freeza's enhanced ''ki'' from across Namek,<ref>''Dragon Ball'' chapter 297, pp.15</ref> as could Gokū, who was recuperating in a pod. This state would be the first of many to instill fear into Vegeta,<ref>''Dragon Ball'' chapter 298, pp. 8</ref> who had been confident when facing Freeza's base state. To further increase his formidable power, Freeza showed the ability to control his power level.<ref>''Dragon Ball'' chapter 298, pp. 2</ref> Freeza seemed invincible in this state, as neither Gohan nor Vegeta could permanently damage him.<ref>''Dragon Ball'' chapter 297, pp. 7-13</ref><ref>''Dragon Ball'' chapter 298, pp. 6-7</ref></ref> It would be Piccolo's eventual [[Assimilation|assimilation]] with the fellow Nameccian [[Nail]] that would push this form to its limit and force Freeza to transform further.<ref>''Dragon Ball'' chapter 302, pp. 2-6</ref> Furthermore, in the anime, Freeza claimed that this form had a power level of 1,000,000; however, no such claim was made in the manga. |
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Revision as of 02:35, 9 March 2016
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| Transformation Ability | |
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| Other | Assault Form[1] |
| First Appearance | |
| Manga Debut | Volume 22, Chapter 263 |
| Anime Debut | DBZ053 DBK025 |
| Movie Debut | Movie 8 |
| Data | |
| Type | Ability |
| Class | Supplementary |
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The Transformation Ability[2] is the ability to transform at will, exclusive to transforming-type, extraterrestrials, such as Zarbon and Frost Demons.[3]
Usage
The number of transformation that one undergoes varies by the user's racial group. A prime example is Zarbon was only able to transform once, where as Frost Demons have the uncanny ability to transform up to a series of three times. This ability changes the user's physical appearance to varying degrees, but always causes a tremendous spike in their battle prowess. Depending on the species, the number of transformations seems to vary. Unlike many transformations seen within the series itself, Freeza's Transformations are technically regressions of power, which allow the Frost Demon to compress their power and regress to a smaller, weaker form to improve control. From their weakest point, they can access portions of their power in the same way as a typical transformation.
Attributes
Zarbon's Transformation
Zarbon, a user of the Transformation Ability.
First Transformation
The first transformation, so far only showcased by Freeza, is the first in the line of the Frost Demon's transformative abilities. This transformation comes with a multitude of physical changes; a notable increase in height, elongated horns, and enlarged muscles. In fact, this form is identical to the previous state, and is merely "larger". Notably, this form also resemble's what appears to be Cold's base state. In the anime, this form also comes with a stark deepening of the voice.
In this state, the Frost Demon's power skyrockets; Piccolo could feel Freeza's enhanced ki from across Namek,[4] as could Gokū, who was recuperating in a pod. This state would be the first of many to instill fear into Vegeta,[5] who had been confident when facing Freeza's base state. To further increase his formidable power, Freeza showed the ability to control his power level.[6] Freeza seemed invincible in this state, as neither Gohan nor Vegeta could permanently damage him.[7][8]</ref> It would be Piccolo's eventual assimilation with the fellow Nameccian Nail that would push this form to its limit and force Freeza to transform further.[9] Furthermore, in the anime, Freeza claimed that this form had a power level of 1,000,000; however, no such claim was made in the manga.
Second Transformation
When used by Frost, this form is referred to as the Assault Form (突撃 形態, Totsugeki Keitai)[10].
Third Transformation
Variations
Golden Freeza
Main article: Golden Freeza
In Other Media
Movies
Main article: Fourth Transformation
Creation and Conception
Originally, there were no plans Toriyama made for Freeza to transform. However, down the line, Toriyama decided it would be cool to make it seem like a bluff, only to have Freeza transform for real. His habit of giving characters progressively complex and tough-looking forms, only to end in one final sleek form, showed through Freeza's set of transformations as well. Freeza's third form was also the shortest shown due to Toriyama's dislike of drawing complex appearance. Initially, he hadn't planned on giving Freeza three transformations, and jokingly thought to himself that he should have limited it to two.[11]
Trivia
References
- ↑ Dragon Ball Super episode 34
- ↑ Daizenshū 7 , pp 158
- ↑ Daizenshū 4, pp 58
- ↑ Dragon Ball chapter 297, pp.15
- ↑ Dragon Ball chapter 298, pp. 8
- ↑ Dragon Ball chapter 298, pp. 2
- ↑ Dragon Ball chapter 297, pp. 7-13
- ↑ Dragon Ball chapter 298, pp. 6-7
- ↑ Dragon Ball chapter 302, pp. 2-6
- ↑ Dragon Ball Super episode 33
- ↑ Dragon Ball 30th Anniversary “Super History Book” (21 January 2016); Akira Toriyama Interview