Biography and Story Role
Buyon is a creature of the Jiggler species, kept as a secret weapon by General White on the fifth floor of Muscle Tower during the Red Ribbon Army Saga. He serves as both a guard and a last resort against anyone who manages to fight their way through the tower's other defenses.
When young Goku ascends through Muscle Tower to rescue the village elder, he encounters Buyon after General White drops him through a trap door. The enormous pink monster proves to be a uniquely frustrating opponent because his gelatinous body simply absorbs all of Goku's punches and kicks, bouncing them back harmlessly. Even the Kamehameha wave is deflected by Buyon's rubbery flesh.
Goku eventually discovers Buyon's weakness by kicking a hole in the tower wall, exposing the monster to the freezing cold of the Jingle Village climate. The frigid air causes Buyon's body to freeze solid, making him brittle. Goku then shatters the frozen Buyon with a single punch, defeating him for good.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buyon in Dragon Ball?
Buyon is a massive, gelatinous monster of the Jiggler species kept by General White inside Muscle Tower. His rubbery body absorbs physical attacks, making him nearly invincible against conventional fighting.
How does Goku defeat Buyon?
Goku kicks a hole in the tower wall, exposing Buyon to the freezing cold of the Jingle Village climate. The frigid air freezes Buyon's body solid, and Goku then shatters the brittle, frozen monster with a single punch.
Where does Buyon appear in Dragon Ball?
Buyon is kept on the fifth floor of Muscle Tower during the Red Ribbon Army Saga as a secret weapon under General White. He serves as both a guard and a last resort against anyone who manages to fight through the tower's other defenses.
Why couldn't Goku hurt Buyon with the Kamehameha?
Buyon's gelatinous body simply absorbed all of Goku's punches and kicks, bouncing them back harmlessly. Even the Kamehameha wave was deflected by Buyon's rubbery flesh, which is why Goku had to switch tactics and use the cold instead.
Who owns Buyon?
Buyon belongs to General White of the Red Ribbon Army, who drops Goku through a trap door into Buyon's chamber when the young fighter ascends Muscle Tower to rescue the village elder. The monster is one of Muscle Tower's signature horrors.
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