Dragon Ball Super: A Rift in Dimensions - Chapter 2: Echoes of the Past
The air crackled with anticipation as GT Goku, wreathed in crimson fur, and Super Goku, radiating the crimson aura of Super Saiyan God, stood side-by-side against the nonchalant Destroyer, Beerus. Two generations of Saiyan might, two distinct paths to power, united against a common foe.
"So, you're teaming up, are you?" Beerus chuckled, a hint of genuine amusement in his voice. "Interesting. Let's see if two of you can offer more of a challenge than one."
GT Goku, relying on his raw power and honed instincts, launched the first attack. His movements were brutal, each strike carrying the force of a raging beast. He hammered at Beerus with a flurry of punches and kicks, forcing the God of Destruction to actually raise his arms in defense .
Super Goku, in his Super Saiyan God form, moved with a different kind of speed and precision. He weaved around GT Goku's attacks, targeting Beerus's openings with calculated strikes infused with God Ki. His blows, though less forceful than GT Goku's, carried a strange energy that seemed to irritate Beerus more .
Beerus, initially caught off guard by the coordinated assault, quickly regained his composure. He deflected GT Goku's attacks with casual ease, while simultaneously dodging and parrying Super Goku's strikes.
As the battle intensified, GT Goku and Super Goku began to synchronize their attacks. GT Goku would unleash a barrage of powerful blows, forcing Beerus to focus on defense, while Super Goku would exploit those openings with swift, precise strikes .
GT Goku, roared, channeling his energy into a 10x Kamehameha. The crimson beam of energy slammed into Beerus, forcing him to brace himself. Super Goku followed up with a God Kamehameha, adding his divine energy to the attack .
The combined Kamehameha attack pushed Beerus back, a rare sight that caused Whis to raise an eyebrow in mild surprise. However, the God of Destruction merely chuckled, a dark aura beginning to surround him.
"Alright," Beerus said, his voice taking on a more serious tone. "It seems I need to put a little more effort into this."
Beerus's movements became faster, his strikes more precise. He moved like a blur, dodging both GT Goku and Super Goku's attacks with ease. He countered with devastating blows of his own, each strike carrying enough force to shatter planets.
GT Goku, despite his immense power, struggled to keep up with Beerus's speed and precision. He was forced to rely on his instincts and experience.
The battle raged on, the fate of the planet hanging in the balance. Despite their combined might, GT Goku and Super Goku were unable to gain the upper hand against Beerus. The God of Destruction, though impressed by their efforts, was simply on a different level.
As the fight reached its climax, Beerus unleashed a fraction of his full power, a devastating energy blast that threatened to obliterate everything. GT Goku and Super Goku, exhausted and battered, could only brace themselves for the inevitable.
Whether they could withstand the attack, or whether Beerus would ultimately destroy the planet, remained to be seen. But one thing was certain: this clash of eras had proven to be a battle for the ages.
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The clash of divine energy and Saiyan power had become almost commonplace for Whis. He'd witnessed Goku ascend to godlike levels, seen Beerus exert a fraction of his destructive might, and even sampled countless delicacies along the way. But this… this was something new.
As the spatial distortion tore open the sky above the battlefield, Whis merely tilted his head, his ever-present smile unwavering. Beside him, Beerus grumbled, annoyed by the interruption to his spar with Goku.
"My, my," Whis mused, his eyes sparkling with curiosity. "What could this be?"
When GT Goku came crashing down, landing heavily between the battling Saiyan God and the Destroyer, Whis's smile widened ever so slightly. He observed the newcomer with detached interest, his gaze analytical.
"Another Saiyan," Whis noted, his voice soft. "And quite… different."
He watched as GT Goku, disoriented but quickly assessing the situation, took in the sight of a younger version of himself and the imposing figure of Beerus. The angel saw the gears turning in GT Goku's mind as he tried to make sense of the scene.
"Interesting," Whis murmured, twirling his staff. "He seems to recognize Lord Beerus. Has he encountered a God of Destruction before?"
As GT Goku powered up, unleashing the raw, untamed energy of Super Saiyan 4, Whis's eyes widened almost imperceptibly. He raised a hand to his chin, a gesture of mild surprise.
"Oh, my," Whis said, his voice laced with amusement. "Such… vibrant energy. It's quite unlike anything I've sensed before."
He observed the crimson fur, the primal aura, the sheer force radiating from GT Goku's transformed body. It was a far cry from the controlled, refined power of Super Saiyan God, but it possessed a unique, almost chaotic strength.
"Fascinating," Whis mused, his gaze shifting between the two Gokus and Beerus. "It seems things are about to become… more complicated."
While Beerus was visibly annoyed by the interruption, Whis seemed genuinely intrigued. He saw the potential for a unique learning opportunity, a chance to observe the interaction between different timelines and power systems.
As GT Goku launched himself at Beerus, joining forces with Super Goku, Whis simply watched, his smile never faltering. He knew that whatever happened next, it would be… entertaining.
"Let's see what happens," Whis whispered to himself, his eyes gleaming with anticipation. "This could prove to be… most enlightening."
Beerus, initially regarding the alternate Goku as a mere distraction, now felt a prickle of genuine annoyance. The combined assault, however unrefined, was disrupting his enjoyment. It was time to remind these mortals of their place.
"Enough games," Beerus declared, his voice laced with divine authority. He unleashed a fraction of his true power, a wave of pressure so immense that it seemed to warp the very fabric of space. The air crackled, the sky darkened, and the Z Fighters felt their knees buckle under the sheer weight of his presence.
"This is… this is impossible!" Krillin choked out, sweat pouring down his face. "I can't even move!"
The Z Fighters, who had been cautiously optimistic at the sight of two Gokus battling Beerus, now felt a chilling dread creep into their hearts.
Vegeta, despite his Saiyan pride, felt a shiver run down his spine. He had seen Beerus's power firsthand, but even he was taken aback by the sheer intensity of the pressure now emanating from the God of Destruction.
"Damn it," Vegeta muttered, his fists clenching. "He's holding back nothing now."
Krillin, the most human of the Z Fighters, felt a wave of fear wash over him. He knew that he was hopelessly outmatched, that he couldn't even begin to comprehend the level of power that Beerus possessed.
"This is… this is insane," Krillin whispered, his eyes wide with terror. "We're all going to die."
Even the usually carefree Goten and Trunks were subdued, their playful banter replaced by nervous silence. They could sense the danger, the overwhelming power of Beerus, and they knew that this was no longer a game.
"Dad… can they win?" Trunks asked, his voice trembling slightly.
Vegeta didn't answer, his gaze fixed on the battle. He knew that the odds were stacked against them, that Beerus was far stronger than either Goku. But he also knew that the fate of the Earth, perhaps even the universe, rested on their shoulders.
Tien Shinhan, Yamcha, and even Master Roshi felt helpless. They were powerful warriors in their own right, but they knew that they were out of their league. All they could do was watch and pray that Goku and GT Goku could somehow find a way to overcome this seemingly insurmountable obstacle.
As Beerus unleashed a surge of divine energy, the Z Fighters felt a wave of despair wash over them. They knew that this was it, the moment of truth. Either Goku and GT Goku would find a way to surpass their limits and defeat Beerus, or everything would be destroyed.
"Come on, Dad!" Gohan shouted, his voice filled with desperation. "You can do it! We're all counting on you!"
The other Z Fighters joined in, their voices rising in a chorus of encouragement. They knew that their support might not make a difference, but they had to do something, anything, to help their friends in this desperate hour. The fate of their world hung in the balance, and they could only watch and hope.
Beerus moved with impossible speed, a blur of purple that neither Goku could fully track. He struck with casual precision, each blow carrying the force of a collapsing star. Super Saiyan God Goku, despite his divine ki, was reeling, struggling to defend himself.
"Damn it! He's too strong!" Super Goku grunted, barely managing to block a devastating kick. "I can't keep this up for long!"
GT Goku coughed, blood splattering from his lips as he skidded across the ruined landscape. Beerus stood before him, an unimpressed look on his face. The God of Destruction casually brushed off his shoulder, where GT Goku's last attack had barely ruffled his clothes.
GT Goku, witnessing the gulf in power, felt a cold dread creep into his heart. Super Saiyan 4, a form that had conquered countless foes in his own timeline, was proving woefully inadequate here. The reality of this new dimension, this new scale of power, slammed into him with brutal force.
"Is that all?" Beerus yawned, a dangerous glint in his eye. "I must admit, for a moment, I thought you might actually pose a challenge. How disappointing."
GT Goku struggled to his feet, his body screaming in protest. Every muscle ached, every bone felt like it was about to shatter. He knew he was outmatched, outclassed in every way. Super Saiyan 4, a form that had once made him the strongest in his universe, was proving to be utterly useless against this divine being.
Damn it! He thought, gritting his teeth. I can't give up! Not now! Not when so much is at stake!
He glanced over at Super Goku, who was struggling to keep Beerus occupied. He knew that the younger version of himself was strong, but even with their combined efforts, they were barely managing to delay the inevitable.
There's only one thing I can do, GT Goku realized, a desperate plan forming in his mind. I have to push beyond my limits. I have to reach that power again.
He remembered the battle, the one time he had ever achieved that legendary state. It had been a desperate fight, a last-ditch effort against an enemy that threatened to destroy everything he held dear. The memory of that power, that surge of energy, was both exhilarating and terrifying.
"Raaaaaaaaaaaaaah!" GT Goku roared, his voice tearing through the heavens. He poured every ounce of his being into the transformation, pushing past the limits of his body, his soul, his very existence.
The earth trembled. The sky fractured. A blinding light erupted from GT Goku, engulfing the battlefield in a maelstrom of energy. It was a power so raw, so untamed, that it felt like the universe itself was screaming in protest.
Super Goku paused in his assault, sensing the shift in energy. "What's he doing?!" He wondered aloud. "Is he trying to transform even further?!"
"What… what is this?!" Beerus exclaimed, momentarily taken aback by the sheer intensity of the energy.
The air crackled, not just with divine energy, but with something… different. Whis, who had maintained an air of detached amusement throughout the battle, finally showed a flicker of genuine surprise. His eyes widened slightly, and his smile, though still present, became a touch more inquisitive.
GT Goku's power had been impressive, a raw, untamed force that even Beerus seemed to acknowledge. But this… this was something else entirely. As the Saiyan roared, pushing his energy to its absolute limit, Whis felt a ripple in the fabric of reality, a distortion that hinted at something extraordinary.
"Oh, my," Whis murmured, twirling his staff with a newfound interest. "What is this?"
He observed as GT Goku's transformation progressed, his body convulsing, his aura erupting in a chaotic display of power. The crimson fur shifted, morphing into a silvery white, and his hair cascaded down his back, almost reaching the ground. The energy radiating from him was no longer just powerful; it was… volatile.
This isn't just Super Saiyan 4, Whis realized, his mind racing. This is something beyond. Something… almost primal.
He sensed a connection to the Saiyan's ancient roots, to the Great Ape form that had once defined their race. But this was more than just a transformation; it was a manifestation of pure, unadulterated Saiyan power, pushed to its absolute limit.
Fascinating, Whis mused, his gaze fixed on GT Goku. To think that a mortal could achieve such a state…
He glanced at Beerus, who seemed equally intrigued, though his expression was carefully guarded. Whis knew that the God of Destruction was always seeking a challenge, a worthy opponent to test his strength. And this new transformation… it certainly piqued his interest.
As GT Goku unleashed the full force of his Super Saiyan 5 form.Whis simply watched, his eyes gleaming with anticipation. He knew that this battle was about to reach a new level of intensity, a clash of power that could shake the very foundations of the universe.
"This is most interesting," Whis whispered to himself, his smile widening once more. "Let's see just how far this Saiyan can push himself."
He knew that GT Goku's transformation was unstable, that he was teetering on the brink of losing control. But he also knew that within that chaos lay a potential for unimaginable power. And Whis, ever the observer, was eager to see what would happen next.
The light began to subside, revealing GT Goku in a form unlike anything anyone had ever seen. His fur-like coat had turned a blinding silver, shimmering like moonlight on snow. His hair cascaded down his back, a waterfall of pure white energy. But his eyes… his eyes were wild, untamed, burning with a chaotic, almost malevolent energy. The transformation was incomplete, unstable, a terrifying glimpse into a power that threatened to unravel reality itself.
Despite the pain and the instability, GT Goku felt a surge of power coursing through his veins. He was stronger, faster, and more powerful than ever before. He knew that he couldn't maintain this form for long, but he was determined to use it to protect this world, even if it meant sacrificing himself.
"I won't let you destroy this planet!" GT Goku roared, his voice echoing with newfound power. "I'll stop you, even if it kills me!"
He charged at Beerus, his movements erratic and unpredictable, but his power undeniable. The battle was about to reach a new level of intensity, a desperate gamble with the fate of the universe hanging in the balance.
The battle for survival had just reached a terrifying new crescendo.