Dragonball Quest #67

Gotta go to the lookout, get swole off of Popo's fryin' chicken

I'll be back around quarter of ten.

"It was incredible to fight with my new power," you tell your friend. "But he was very strong, and I barely managed to win."

Goku nods, his expression turning more serious. "Yeah, he was dangerous."

That's when it clicks. He fought King Piccolo before you did. And, since he went to Korin Tower, and King Piccolo was still alive for you to fight, you're guessing it went poorly. You won your battle and barely escaped with your life. If Goku lost and is somehow still here, he must have only survived due to extreme luck or a level of perseverance that is nothing short of super-human.

The Nimbus arrives in the Sacred Land of Korin, and you can't help but feel an extra bit of calm as you return to the tranquil and beautiful land. Somewhere below, you know Bora and Upa are together, hunting, or fishing, or maybe just preparing dinner.

>A. Ask Goku what happened with him and Piccolo

>B. Ask Goku what happened with him and Tambourine

>C. Keep quiet until you arrive

>D. Something else

>>C. Keep quiet until you arrive

>B. Ask Goku what happened with him and Tambourine
"By the way, what did Darkness through at you for a test,"

>C. Keep quiet until you arrive

>D. Explain where come from.

He needs to know these things

Wait. Does Tofoo know where babies come from?

He does if you do user

That's not how this works.

For in-game relevant knowledge (such as powerlevels, Kami's identity, and future villains) you are correct. That's not how it works.

However, for general human knowledge (such as being able to do math and knowing where babies come from.) that's exactly how it works.

He does if he spent more than 2 days around Dr. Briefs.

Then why hasn't he gotten laid yet?

He also knows how to create a neutron bomb if Dr. Briefs' general feel is anything to go by

Lazuli hasn't said yes yet.

Not having anything more to say, you remain silent the rest of the trip. Fortunately, there is no climbing required to reach the top of the tower this time around, as Goku seems able to simply direct his Nimbus toward the top.

The Nimbus goes to the very top, where the cluster of elephant statues that held the Sacred Water still stand.

Korin dashes around, pursued doggedly by Chichi, who looks positively drenched in sweat. Judging by how sloppy her efforts in catching Korin seem to be at the moment, you don't think she will be able to keep up the chase for too much longer, which suits you just fine, as that means Korin will be free to speak with you and Goku about this Kami business.

Goku grabs you and hops off the Nimbus, setting you down in front of him.

You leap to your feet and move to stand at Goku's side, watching as Korin runs circles around Chichi.

>A. Ask how training's going

>B. Ask for a bean

>C. Clear your throat

>D. Something else

>>C. Clear your throat

>Piccolo is dead

>A. Ask how training's going
"Has she asked for a hint yet?"
>B. Ask for a bean

>D. Tell Chi-Chi you'd get the water for her, but you've been disarmed

>C. Clear your throat
>D. "ask to keep the black nimbus"
also this

You clear your throat, and Korin glances in your direction before hopping over Chichi's head.

"Ah, welcome back," the feline master greets as he lands.

"How's training going?" you ask.

Korin chuckles to himself as Chichi struggles to catch her breath. "Well, she's not as fast as you two were, but she's giving me a good workout, so I can't complain."

Chichi huffs, turning toward Korin and getting ready to go again.

"Sorry Chichi, I'd help you out, but I've been disarmed," you say with a playful grin.

Korin snickers, while Chichi gives an irritated growl. Clearly, she's getting frustrated with this training. You bet she'll keep going until she passes out.

"But, your arms are still there," Goku says, staring at the two useless limbs hanging at your side.

"But they aren't working," Korin observes, calmly approaching the two of you even as Chichi gets ready for another charge. "Come on, let's get you a Senzu Bean. Hopefully Yajirobe won't try to bite me this time when I go to take one."

Goku laughs.

>A. Ask who Yajirobe is

>B. Ask if you can keep the Black Nimbus

>C. Goku mentioned Kami, ask what that's about

>D. Something else

>A. Ask who Yajirobe is
>C. Goku mentioned Kami, ask what that's about

>>B. Ask if you can keep the Black Nimbus
Politely, please.

>B. Ask if you can keep the Black Nimbus
We killed Piccolo, we deserve a reward

This attitude is why you can't get a normal nimbus

>B, and let Chichi know that Piccolo is dead

She knows, Korin told Goku, and Chichi overheard

We don't know that in character though.

Fair enough

Supporting this

but not

I wasn't talking as Tofoo, just voicing my personal opinion

Plus we brought her here so she could get strong enough to maybe help protect people.

As Korin begins leading the way toward the stairs to the lower level, Chichi starts running toward him again. You know the girl has never been a fan of fighting, and yet here she is enduring this difficult training for Krillin's sake.

Her devotion to him is very nice, and you have to admit that your friend is a lucky guy. But you wonder why she's still going at it. Didn't Korin tell her what happened?

"Chichi," you call out to the girl just before she reaches Korin.

She stops, looking over at you, her serious expression giving way to simple curiosity. "Yes?"

"Piccolo is dead," you inform her.

"I know," she tells you. "Korin told me."

"It wouldn't have been right keeping the girl in the dark if she only wanted to train to avenge Krillin," Korin tells you. "But, she's still keeping at it."

"How come?" Goku asks. "I thought you didn't like fighting."

"I don't," Chichi tells him. "Not really, but I still need to do this."

With that, she runs down the stairs after Korin, nearly falling off the tower after another failed attempt to snatch the bottle from him.

You walk after Korin, who ignores Chichi entirely and enters the room at the bottom of the stairs. Reaching the bottom, you remember something as you enter the room. Politely, you ask if you could keep the Dark Nimbus he loaned you.

"Sure, kid," Korin says, not seeming to care one way or another. "I'd say you earned it."

The sound of someone loudly eating catches your attention, and you look across the room to see a large man in orange standing next to a pot, grabbing handfuls of beans and stuffing them into his mouth.

A single bean is supposed to be enough to feed a person for ten days. If this guy is eating them by the handful, his appetite must be even bigger than Goku's.

>Continued

>this one gag scene with Yajirobe has repercussions that affect the Z-fighters for the rest of their lives

Come to think of it, he does look just a bit like an older, fatter Goku. He also has a sword sheathed at his hip, though his body type makes it difficult to believe that he's a very serious fighter.

"Yajirobe, didn't you learn your lesson last time?" Korin asks as he walks toward the large man.

"Leave me alone!" the man snaps, chunks of bean flying from his mouth.

"Trust me, I'm not here for your company," Korin tells him. "Toss me a bean."

Yajirobe grunts, tossing a Senzu Bean to Korin, who hops up and shoves it into your mouth.

You chew the bean and swallow, grinning as feeling returns to your arms, your energy is restored, and your various wounds are healed.

>A. Thank Korin

>B. Ask if he knows why Chichi is still training

>C. Goku mentioned Kami, ask what that's about

>D. Something else

>A. Thank Korin
>C. Goku mentioned Kami, ask what that's about
>D. Something else
"Why are you letting this random guy eat all your magical beans that can literally save lives? Can't you just get him a regular buffet or something? This seems really wasteful."

>D. Tell Yajirobe to stop stuffing his goddamn face those beans are rare

>A. Thank Korin

...

>>B. Ask if he knows why Chichi is still training

"Thanks," you tell Korin. "But, why are you letting this guy eat all of your magic beans? Can't you just give him a regular buffet or something?"

"Look, kid, I was promised food if I brought Goku here," Yajirobe tells you. "But all they have up here is these lousy beans. I came all the way here, so I'm going to eat my fill!"

"And I don't keep much other food up here," Korin tells you. "I only eat once every few years."

"Yeah, so I've got nothing else to eat," Yajirobe says in his own defense.

Letting the subject drop for now, you decide to bring up the other reason you and Goku are here.

"Goku mentioned Kami," you say. "What's that about?"

"I'm not sure if Goku told you, but King Piccolo destroyed the Eternal Dragon," Korin explains. "It's possible that Kami, the one who created the Dragon, could restore his life, and make it possible to restore your friends."

Yajirobe snorts. "I still say you're making up stories. Everyone knows Kami's just a legend."

"AND I SAY YOU'RE AN IDIOT!" Korin snaps. "KAMI IS REAL, AND RIGHT ABOVE US!"

"Yeah, I heard," Yajirobe responds, unimpressed. "And I didn't see anything above us."

"You can't, he's too far up there," Korin explains. "The only way to reach him is with Goku's Power Pole."

>A. His Power Pole? Why?

>B. Kami created the Dragonballs?

>C. Ask why Kami didn't do anything about King Piccolo

>D. Something else

>>B. Kami created the Dragonballs?

>C. Ask why Kami didn't do anything about King Piccolo

>A. His Power Pole? Why?
>B. Kami created the Dragonballs?
>D
Yajirobe stop eating the beans. We'll find something ground side. Just tell the King of Earth that you helped us in beating King Piccolo.

This has my vote.

Seconding

>A. His Power Pole? Why?
"You already know I can fly, so you've got me at a disadvantage here."

You can say he'll have a "King's Feast"

"His Power Pole?" you ask. "Why?"

"The Power Pole is a very special weapon," Korin explains. "It's meant to connect this tower to Kami's dwelling, the Lookout, which floats high above us. Master Roshi begged me to let him have it sometime ago, so I gave it to him."

"And then he gave it to my Grandpa," Goku explains.

"Yes, as luck would have it, you two have the pole, which means you can reach the Lookout and meet Kami," Korin finishes.

"So, Kami created the Dragonballs?" you ask him.

"Yes, and since he's the one who gave the Dragon life in the first place, there's a chance he can restore it," Korin explains. "I can't promise anything, but it's your best chance."

"Then let's go!" Goku says eagerly.

"Well, alright," Korin says, turning and starting toward the stairs. "Follow me."

You begin to follow, then stop, looking back at Yajirobe.

"Stop eating the beans," you instruct him.

"Mind your own business, kid!" Yajirobe shouts, looking ready to physically fight you over this.

"We'll find you something to eat groundside," you promise. "Or better yet, just tell the King of Earth you helped me beat King Piccolo."

"Hmm....the King of Earth," Yajirobe repeats, stroking his chin. "He's got to have all kinds of food. That's much better than beans!"

The man laughs, running for the edge of the tower. "By the way, what's your name, kid?"

"Tofoo," you answer.

"Got it, this is gonna be great," Yajirobe declares, leaping off the edge and vanishing beneath the clouds.

With that settled and some of the Senzu Beans saved, you go after Korin, heading in the direction of the stairs, only to find him under attack from Chichi yet again.

>Continued

This particular attempt is actually pretty impressive, and she seems to have taken your advice about following Korin's movements. Were she not exhausted, she might have even succeeded in taking the bottle. But, she moves too slowly, and Korin manages to trip Chichi up, letting her fall flat on her face before heading for the stairs once again.

The three of you leave the exhausted girl behind and head up to the next level.

Korin stops, pointing his staff at the pillars.

"Climb up to the roof," he instructs. "I'll meet you up there."

Goku eagerly runs ahead, leaping onto a pillar and scurrying up to the roof. You follow, and join him at the absolute highest point of the tower.

It's a long way down, and you make a mental note to be very careful up here.

Korin appears on the other side, climbing up and walking to the center of the roof, in front of a round hole.

"Now, Goku, place the pole into this hole," Korin tells him. "Then hold on tight and tell it to extend."

>A. Ask why you can't just fly up

>B. Is there anything else?

>C. Thank Korin

>D. Something else

>>B. Is there anything else?
>>C. Thank Korin

>D, heh goku this might be the only time you ever stick your pole in a hole

>B. Is there anything else?
>C. Thank Korin

Wait, what about ChiChi?

>A. Ask why you can't just fly up

What do you mean?

You know he won't get that

Is she just gonna stay at Korin's and keep training?

Yes

How long did it take krillin?

"Is there anything else?" you ask Korin.

"Just one thing," he says, producing a bell seemingly out of nowhere. "One of you will need to carry this. It just lets Kami know that you have my approval to be there."

You take the bell, and thank Korin for everything.

"Good luck, both of you," the cat says.

Goku places his Power Pole in the hole, and the two of you get a firm grip on it.

"POWER POLE, EXTEND!"

With those words, the staff glows, and stretches high into the sky above above, taking you and Goku along with it as you climb at a rapid pace. Before long, Korin Tower vanishes from sight altogether, and still you climb higher and higher.

Dark clouds seem to appear from nowhere, gathering above you and Goku. They rumble, and bolts of lightning shoot down, striking you and your friend. You both yell in pain, but hold on with all of your might, managing to endure until you break through the clouds.

It's then that you see a colossal structure floating in the sky above you. Other than the colors of its bottom side, you can't make out any details, but you do spot a hole that the other end of Goku's Power Pols enters, connecting the structure with Korin Tower.

You and Goku reach the top, finding a ladder hanging not far from the Power Pole, just within reach.

The two of you hop and grab onto the rungs, and begin to use them like monkey-bars until you reach the side of the structure, and are able to begin a straight climb.

>A. Ask Goku what he thinks the guardian will be like

>B. Thank Goku for getting you help

>C. Keep climbing

>D. Something else

>>A. Ask Goku what he thinks the guardian will be like
>>B. Thank Goku for getting you help
>>C. Keep climbing

>A. Ask Goku what he thinks the guardian will be like
"Think he'll be a dog? Like how Korin is a cat."
>C. Keep climbing

>A. Ask Goku what he thinks the guardian will be like

>A. Ask Goku what he thinks the guardian will be like
>C. Keep climbing

"What do you think the guardian will be like?" you ask Goku as the two of you make your way to the top of the Lookout.

"I don't know," your friend answers. "But, I'll bet he's nice."

The two of you finally reach the top, finding yourselves in a spacious area lined by trees and small towers.

Stepping forward, you soon spot someone not too far ahead. As you get closer, you see that he's some kind of oddly-shaped man in strange clothes. His skin is very dark, but his lips are bright red, and his eyes are unnaturally wide. He sits on a carpet, which birds perched all over his shoulders and arms as he drops crumbs for them to eat.

He looks over at you and Goku, a smile appearing on his face.

>A. Say hello

>B. Ask if he's Kami

>C. Something else

>>A. Say hello

>A. Say hello
>B. Ask if he's Kami
Show the bell

>A. Say hello

>A. Say hello
>C. Something Else.

Show the bell.

"Hello," you greet the strange man.

He raises one hand. "Hello."

He stares blankly at you and Goku, and you hold out your hand, showing him the bell given to you by Korin.

"Ah, there's the proof I was looking for," the man says, smiling. "So Korin did send you."

"Are you Kami?" Goku asks.

"Goodness, no," the man says, amused. "My name is Mr. Popo. I watch over and care for the Lookout, and act as an assistant to Kami."

He slowly stands, and the birds fly away, leaving the three of you alone.

"Kami has told me about both of you," Popo explains. "We have been expecting you. Goku and Tofoo, right? I'm told that you both drank the Ultra Divine Water, and that one of you even managed to defeat King Piccolo."

"Yep, Tofoo beat him," Goku confirms.

"Very good, it's a pleasure to meet you both, then," Popo says.

>A. Ask if you can see Kami

>B. Tell him it's nice to meet him, too

>C. Something else

>>A. Ask if you can see Kami
>>B. Tell him it's nice to meet him, too

>B. Tell him it's nice to meet him, too

>B. Tell him it's nice to meet him, too
>A. Ask if you can see Kami

B, then A.

>>B. Tell him it's nice to meet him, too

>B. Tell him it's nice to meet him, too
>A. Ask if you can see Kami

>B. Tell him it's nice to meet him, too

>B. Tell him it's nice to meet him, too
>>C. Joke that they must be on a whole other level than Korin

"It's nice to meet you, too," you tell Popo.

"You are here to see Kami, correct?" Popo asks.

"That's right," Goku answers. "Where is he?"

"Inside?' Popo answers, pointing a building behind him. "But you can't see him yet."

"How come?" Goku whines in disappointment.

Popo smiles again, and you find something unsettling about it. You aren't sure if it's just the smile, or the fact that his eyes never seem to blink, or even just his odd appearance, but something about this man makes you very uneasy.

"Before you can see Kami, you must pass a test," he explains.

"What kind of test?" Goku asks.

"It's simple," the man answers. "Defeat Mr. Popo in a fight, and you may see Kami."

Goku's tail begins to wag, as he predictably becomes excited.

"Okay, can I fight you? Or do you want to fight Tofoo?"

"No," Popo says sternly. "You may both fight me together."

That seems like an odd decision. He knows you both drank the Ultra Divine Water, and that you personally defeated King Piccolo, yet he wants to fight you both at once.

You stare at Popo, and can't sense any energy coming from him, so he must be weaker than Piccolo, or even Goku was before drinking the water.

"Are you ready?" Popo asks, putting his arms behind his back.

Goku's tail stops wagging, and he looks at the man in confusion. "Aren't you going to defend yourself?"

"I'm aware of your presence," Popo answers. "Trust me, I know what I am doing. Now, no more wasting time, let's start."

A few of the birds return, and land on Popo's shoulders.

>A. Attack head-on

>B. Bear Shout

>C. Afterimage

>D. Wolf-Fang Fist

>E. Light Shot

>F. Kamehameha

>G. Go on the defensive

>H. Something else

>>H. Something else
Work in tandem with Goku.

>B. Bear Shout
To make him dodge into Goku. Probably won't work but we can at least try.

>C. Afterimage

This.

>H. Something else
Samething with Tao, work in union with Goku

>A. Attack head-on

Do you guys think Popo's magical djinn power is that he scales to the level of his opponent but can only fight defensively?

I recall him training Gotenks in Z which leads me to put forward this idea

I figured out how to explain women and sex to Goku guys!
>It is a man's obligation to stick his boneration in a woman's separation, this sort of penetration will increase the population of the younger generation.

I prefer the zoo idea that one user put forward a while back.

>Goku: Tofoo! Tofoo! Those monkeys are killing each other!
>Tofoo, whispering: they're having sex

>Not telling him its a form of wrestling to keep him interested.

"Goku, get ready," you instruct your friend.

Goku was already beginning to charge, but pulls up short, looking over at you in confusion. Apparently, he doesn't get why you're being so cautious.

You aren't sure you understand yourself, but something about Popo puts you on edge, and makes you cautious in your approach to fighting. This guy might be dangerous.

Still, if you and Goku work together, there shouldn't be anybody that you can't beat.

Taking a deep breath, you send energy upward into your mouth, releasing it in a wave of light with a roar.

The plan is to have Popo dodge, and for Goku to attack when that happens. Your friend seems to understand, and readies himself.

Only, Popo doesn't dodge. He opens his mouth, sucking in air, and your blast, which he swallows hole.

He lets out a belch, and you see a brief flash of light in his mouth, as well as smoke coming from his ears.

Popo grins, rubbing his stomach.

Goku lets out a shocked cry, stepping back.

"No way!"

>A. Move as fast as you did in the tournament, hopefully Popo won't see you, and you can use a sneak attack

>B. Attack using multiple Afterimages

>C. Charge head-on

>D. Defend

>E. Something else