Name: Son Goku
Age: 24
Sex: Male
Height 5' 9"/ 175 CM
Race: Saiyan
Biography
Originally sent to Earth as a baby to kill the entire planet's populace, Goku hit his head and lost all memory of his former mission. From then on, he was raised by his adoptive Grandfather Gohan and trained in martial arts. However, unbeknown to Goku, he actually killed his own grandfather when he transformed into a giant ape by the light of the Full Moon, thanks to his Saiyan monkey tail.
Goku had a natural affinity for fighting, partly due to his Saiyan nature. He ended up on a journey with the teenage girl, Bulma, to search for the seven mystical Dragon Balls which would grant one wish to whomever brought them together. Along the way, he met several friends, including Master Roshi, Yamcha, Ox King, and Chichi, whom Goku agreed to marry despite not knowing what that was.
After foiling the plans of the would be World Emperor Pilaf, Goku trained with Master Roshi and his new friend Krillen to take part in the 21st Tenkaichi Budokai, which he lost in thefinals. Afterward, he would battle the Red Ribbon Army for the Dragon Balls once more. Then, enter the 22nd Tenkaichi Budokai which ended in a final battle with Tien Shinhan which Goku technically lost, though it was more or a tie.
His greatest battle by far was against Demon King Piccolo and his minions. Many perished fighting the monster, including Master Roshi, and even many of his friends thought he had died as well. But, in the end, Goku managed to defeat the Demon King, but not before he sent out one last egg. That of his son.
To combat this new threat, Goku trained with Kami, literally God. During this time, his tail was permanently removed by Kami. His battle with the new Piccolo would come to a close in the 23rd Tenkaichi Budokai where Goku would barely manage to defeat the new Demon. However, rather than slay Piccolo, Goku opted to spare him.
Following the tournament, Goku married ChiChi, who had entered the tournament after it became clear that Goku had forgotten his promise. Together, they had a son, that they named Gohan, after Goku's grandfather. Like Goku, young Gohan had a tail as a half Saiyan.
Five years following the defeat of Piccolo, a new threat, Radditz came to Earth seeking someone he called Kakarot. This turned out to be Goku. Upon revealing Goku's original mission to him, and the fact that they are brothers, Radditz steals Gohan away trying to force him to kill humans. Instead, he teamed up with his greatest enemy Piccolo and they worked together to fight Radditz. It is only due to Gohan's hidden powers, and a desperate sacrifice by Goku that they prevail. But, Radditz revealed that there are two more even more powerful Saiyans who would come for the Dragon Balls.
Not all was lost. Goku was given permission to train with King Kai, the greatest martial arts expert in all the universe. Upon making it to the Kai's planet, the training began.
Traits
Superhuman Strength: Goku can easily lift tons worth of weight. Smashing cars and causing walls to crumble with a single punch is not outside of the realm of possibility.
Superhuman Speed: Goku can move faster than the human eye can see. It's not uncommon for people to mistake multiple punches for a single one.
Superhuman Endurance: Bullets are mere nuisance to him, assuming they could even hit him. Even massive blows from equally powerful foes or being thrown through rock can be shrugged off by him.
Techniques
Kamehameha: Goku's signature move. By placing his hands together, he focuses his energy in one place forming a blue orb of light while chanting the name of the attack. Ending with the syllable "ha", he thrusts his hands forward and unleashes a powerful beam of concentrated energy.
Note: It can be performed one handed and even with the feet. It also does not take a long time to execute.
Solar Flare/Taiyoken: This technique is executed by placing one's hand aside their head. It creates a blinding light that renders foes blind temporarily. Only those with sunglasses and such are unaffected.
After Image: A technique used defensively. It creates a duplicate image of the user to confuse a foe. Little more than an illusion, however.
Kaio-Ken: A powerful technique that greatly boosts Goku's abilities. Can be as little as a 50% boost, but he can increase his power up to four times his base. However, it comes at a price as the increase in power takes a serious toll on the body. He can handle up to a double without much strain.
Spirit Bomb/Genki Dama: This technique requires the user to take small amounts of energy from animals, inanimate objects, and even sentient beings, if they so choose, to form a powerful ball of energy. The energy can be taken from creatures all around the planet and even from other planets. The result can be a small orb about the size of a person's head or a massive sphere. Pure hearted (good) individuals can deflect it. It takes a very long time to form.
Flight: Also, known as Sky Dancing, this technique allows the user to levitate and fly. It seems this is accomplished by supporting one's body with their own energy and lifting themselves up.
Miscellaneous energy manipulation: Goku can use his natural Ki energy to create various attacks, such as simple energy blasts. He can use this to "push" his foes, as well. Even cutting discs are possible.
Energy Sense: The ability to sense the natural Ki energy of living things.
Note: He can not sense the Ki of nonliving things, such as machines. One can suppress their Ki, but not if they are using their power, such as in flight.
Martial Arts: Years of training has turned him into a skilled fighter. He doesn't need a weapon as he is a weapon in his own right.
Address to my fellow RPers
With the above out of the way, I would like to address a few things. While Goku has Superhuman abilities, I will concede that anyone who specializes in those abilities surpasses him. For example, Sonic the Hedgehog would be faster than Goku.
I also may use the English or original Japanese version of some technique names. I'll leave that up for the group to decide.
The following I have no intention to use, as it stands.
Super Saiyan: I specifically choose the Saiyan Saga Goku for balance. Super Saiyan with it's massive power seems like it could break a RP. Currently, I have no plans to have Goku turn Super Saiyan. Now, it could come up in the plot, but no current plans.
Instant Transmission: One, he learns this after the Frieza Saga. Two, this would allow him and others to instantly move to anywhere a foe was. Which could be problematic to plot, especially with his ability to sense energy.
Zenkai: This maybe unfamiliar to some. This is the fan name of the Saiyan trait to recover from near death wounds even stronger. Similar to Super Saiyan this could be very cheap. And frankly, it was a plot device. If used, that's all it would be for me. I'd likely give more lip service to this than anything else.
