Super Saiyan Goku set the gold standard for anime transformations. By breaking beyond one’s limits, surpassing what anyone thought possible, and gaining iconic new looks or flashy power-ups, Goku’s evolution into a Super Saiyan became the blueprint for transformation itself. For generations, Goku has only continued to inspire creators and characters, sparking a line of transformations across anime.

Over the years, as the medium evolved, the ways characters achieved new forms had as well, with some being the result of rage or sacrifice and others stemming from relentless training and determination. These power-ups are more than just visual transformations as they redefine the characters themselves, making their growth feel monumental and leaving behind an unforgettable impression.

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