DBZ Episode 90

Bold and Fearless is the fifteenth episode of the Frieza Saga and the ninetieth overall episode in the uncut version Dragon Ball Z series. The original Japanese title is "Hattari ja ne zo!! Daitan Suteki na Yatsu Son Goku" (ハッタリじゃねえぞ!! 大胆素敵な奴·孫悟空. The episode first aired on May 15, 1991. It's original American air date was October 11, 1999.

Summary

Captain Ginyu runs into the Z Fighters, but as Bulma. Frieza claims he has only been using 1% of his incredible power. He then proves he's not bluffing by powering up to 50% of his maximum, and Goku cannot even land a punch against the invincible giant of evil. Piccolo realizes the horrific truth that Goku won't win, just as Captain Ginyu's identity is revealed. Also in this episode, Chi-Chi, Master Roshi, Puar, Oolong and Yajirobe attempt to go to Namek via one of Dr. Brief's capsule ships, but fail miserably.

Chi-Chi, Master Roshi, Oolong, Puar, and Yajirobe as they prepare to leave for Namek

Battles

• Goku vs. Frieza (1% Final Form)
• Goku vs. Frieza (50% Final Form)

Trivia

• Captain Ginyu, in Bulma's body, claimed he could sense the fighting powers of both Goku and Frieza. However, it is never explained how Bulma managed to acquire the ki sensing ability, nor is she ever shown again using it.