The countdown ends as the ruthless Saiyan conquerors, Vegeta and Nappa, touch down on Earth, immediately unleashing a wave of absolute devastation. Earth's brave Z-Warriors stand firmly on the front lines to hold them off, but the overwhelming power of Nappa proves to be an insurmountable nightmare. One by one, beloved heroes fall in a series of tragic, heart-wrenching sacrifices that push the remaining survivors to the brink of despair. Piccolo bravely puts his life on the line to protect Gohan, causing the vital Dragon Balls to vanish along with him. Just as total annihilation seems completely inevitable, Goku completes his divine training under King Kai and is resurrected. He rushes back to the battlefield, bursting with incredible new power and techniques, ready to avenge his fallen friends.