Raditz

The brother who kidnapped Gohan and was struck by his own nephew's sudden burst of rage.

Raditz is a Saiyan warrior and Goku's older brother, one of the few remaining Saiyans following the destruction of their homeworld, Planet Vegeta. He arrives on Earth searching for his long-lost brother in order to recruit him in conquering other planets.

Quick Facts

Race: Saiyan

Lore & Background

When Goku refuses, Raditz kidnaps Gohan and orders Goku to kill 100 Earthlings within a day if he wants his son back. Gohan, locked up in a space pod, bursts out when his temper flares and deals a blow to Raditz before knocking himself out. Goku and Piccolo team up against Raditz, though their combined powers are not enough; Goku grapples him and allows Piccolo to kill them both with his Makankosappo technique. Before he dies, Raditz sends one final transmission to Vegeta and Nappa about the Dragon Balls.