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The Tail of Goku

Manga ChapterCh. 40

Trapped in Giran's gum and hurled from the ring, Goku is saved at the last instant by the Flying Nimbus. When his missing tail suddenly grows back during the match, everything changes, and the terrified monster realizes he has stumbled into something far beyond a normal tournament bout.

Volume: 4

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