Episode 26 of the original Dragon Ball series, titled is a landmark entry that officially kicks off the climactic championship match of the 21st World Martial Arts Tournament. It is widely celebrated for introducing the series' first "beam struggle" and for its creative blend of high-speed action and martial arts comedy. Plot Summary: The Master vs. The Student

Critics often cite this episode as a peak for the series' early choreography. Unlike later arcs that rely heavily on power levels, this fight is a tactical back-and-forth utilizing environment, unique bodily features (like tails), and psychological warfare. Production Context Director: Minoru Okazaki.

The primary theme is the lesson Master Roshi intends to teach: "There is always someone better". By staying in disguise, Roshi acts as a final wall for Goku and Krillin to overcome, pushing them to continue training rather than resting on their laurels.

Jackie Chun employs the Sui-ken (Drunken Fighting) technique, moving unpredictably to confuse Goku.

The fight begins with both combatants appearing evenly matched. Jackie Chun attempts to end the match quickly by kicking Goku out of the ring, but Goku saves himself by spinning his tail like a helicopter to fly back into the arena.

Before the match, Roshi reveals his true identity to Nam, explaining that he entered the tournament to test his students and prevent them from becoming arrogant by ensuring they lose to a "greater" fighter.

Based on the original manga by Akira Toriyama , with the TV script adapted by Toshiki Inoue or Takao Koyama.

The episode highlights how much Goku has learned by showing the two trading advanced techniques. Jackie uses a Double Afterimage , which Goku counters with an even more complex Triple Afterimage . Key Martial Arts Styles