The completely transformed Gohan completely dominates Perfect Cell, delivering a series of brutal, bone-shattering blows that physically forces the monster to regurgitate Android 18 and revert to his Semi-Perfect state. Driven into a corner of pure psychological madness, Cell transforms his body into a massive, volatile bomb, intending to blow up the entire planet along with himself. With only seconds left on the clock, Goku makes a heroic sacrifice, using his Instant Transmission to teleport Cell away to King Kai's small planet, where the monster explodes. Tragically, Cell's core survives the blast, and he returns to Earth more powerful than ever as Super Perfect Cell, instantly assassinating Future Trunks and challenging Gohan to a final duel.