While Dragon Ball GT itself is often considered a "side-story" because it was not based on Akira Toriyama's original manga, it is an official licensed extension by Toei Animation .

: During a final confrontation with the demon Lord Yao , Goku Jr. taps into his hidden Saiyan heritage and transforms into a Super Saiyan to protect a mother bear and her cub.

: A school bully who joins Goku Jr. on his quest, providing a redemption arc of his own.

: The primary antagonist, a powerful demon living on Mount Paozu. Canon Status and Legacy

Set after the defeat of Baby, the special follows Goku Jr. , the great-great-grandson of the legendary Goku. Unlike his ancestor, Goku Jr. is a timid boy who frequently lets himself be bullied at school.

: Critics often view it as a more grounded, emotional departure from the typical high-stakes battles of the franchise, though some find the narrative structure somewhat disorganized.

: He embarks on a dangerous trek to Mount Paozu, eventually accompanied by his former bully, Puck .