Ranking Dragon Ball Z's Most Powerful and Memorable Attacks

The Strongest Attacks in Dragon Ball Z

Dragon Ball Z has gained worldwide acclaim for its intense action sequences and dramatic battles. Throughout the series, characters wield a plethora of powerful techniques to gain the upper hand against their opponents. Below, we rank the ten strongest attacks featured in the series based on their popularity, effectiveness, and impact.

10. Neo Tri-Beam: Tien's Pinnacle Technique

Tien Shinhan's Neo Tri-Beam stands out as one of the fiercest moves by a mortal. This improved version of the Tri-Beam allows Tien to channel his life energy into a devastating blast. Though it can momentarily pin down stronger foes like Semi-Perfect Cell, its drawback of consuming Tien’s life energy limits its practical usage.

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9. Destructo Disc: Krillin's Razor-Sharp Weapon

The Destructo Disc is Krillin's signature assault weapon, noted for its ability to cut through enemies stronger than himself, such as when he sliced off Frieza's tail. Despite its power, the move's slow speed and the ability of so many adversaries to deflect it prevent it from being higher on the list.

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8. Special Beam Cannon: Piccolo's Deadly Drill

Piccolo’s Special Beam Cannon is a piercing attack that has been highly effective, famously penetrating Raditz and Goku. Its ability to focus energy into a lethal point makes it a formidable attack, albeit with the downside of requiring significant charging time, making Piccolo vulnerable during its preparation.

Details on Piccolo's attacks can be found here.

7. Kamehameha: The Iconic Wave

The Kamehameha is perhaps the most legendary attack in the Dragon Ball series. Its versatility and ease of use make it a staple in almost every battle, with fighters frequently customizing the move to suit their styles. The Father-Son Kamehameha, in particular, was instrumental in defeating Cell.

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6. Death Beam: Frieza's Precision Strike

Frieza's Death Beam is terrifying due to its power, precision, and the fact it requires no charging. This attack can be fired rapidly and with deadly accuracy, demonstrated when Frieza kills Vegeta by piercing his heart. Its speed and lethality make it one of Frieza's defining attacks.

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5. Final Flash: Vegeta's Majestic Mastery

The Final Flash is a signature move from Vegeta, demonstrated in its ability to seriously wound powerful opponents like Perfect Cell. While it requires charging, the sheer power of the blast proves Vegeta’s claim as one of the top fighters.

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4. Death Ball: Frieza’s Planet-Destroyer

Frieza's Death Ball, capable of massive destruction, is notoriously known for the destruction of Planet Vegeta. This attack showcases Frieza's power to manipulate the energy scale, making it adaptable to massive or lesser destructive needs.

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3. Final Explosion: Vegeta’s Ultimate Sacrifice

The Final Explosion exemplifies Vegeta's willingness to sacrifice himself for victory, using immense life force to obliterate Buu. While it is devastatingly powerful, this attack's cost, which is the user’s life, limits its application.

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2. Human Extinction Attack: Buu's Ruthless Annihilation

Buu's Human Extinction Attack is infamous for eradicating nearly the entire human race in seconds, illustrating Buu’s monstrous capability. The homing nature of this attack, which targets any chosen enemies, highlights its immense destruction potential.

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1. Spirit Bomb: Goku’s Energy Sphere of Hope

The Spirit Bomb is, without a doubt, the mightiest attack in Dragon Ball Z, accumulating vast amounts of energy to destroy incredibly powerful foes. Although it requires time and willing energy donors, its capability to transform the tides of battle, as seen against Kid Buu, secures its top spot.

Learn about the Spirit Bomb and its significance in the series.