Kryptonians: Man of Steel

Chapter 1646 Son Gohan's Potential
All of this stemmed from Luther's unique understanding of the nature of "qi" as an energy.

In the world of Dragon Ball, although the warriors can use ki to fight, fly, and even unleash world-destroying moves, their understanding of energy remains at a relatively rudimentary level.

Most people simply pursue the accumulation of "quantity" of Qi, or temporarily increase output through emotional outbursts such as anger, but very few people have thought deeply about the leap in "quality".

Like a miner holding a treasure mountain but not knowing how to refine it, possessing enormous energy but failing to unleash its true power.

Luther, from a different world, realized that "compression" and "density" were the key to breaking through the bottleneck of power, thanks to his profound understanding of similar energy systems—such as the spiritual pressure of the Shinigami world.

The power of spiritual pressure lies not only in its total amount, but also in its suffocating "mass" and "pressure".

He applied this concept to the use of Qi, and after countless deductions and attempts, he finally created a revolutionary technique called "Spiral Pressure Boosting Fist".

Its principle seems simple, but it is actually extremely ingenious: through a unique method of circulating qi, the qi flowing in the body is guided to run along a spiral trajectory.

Like adding a rotating turbine to a rushing river, the gas continuously condenses inward as it accelerates in a spiral, forcibly compressing the distance between molecules, causing the density to increase exponentially, and ultimately generating incredible pressure.

To put it figuratively, it's like placing loose, powerless water vapor in an ultra-high-pressure environment and instantly compressing it into a high-pressure water jet capable of cutting through steel.

The same volume of gas, after being spirally compressed, can have its penetrating and destructive power increased several times or even dozens of times.

However, this technique carries enormous risks.

When extremely dense gas circulates within the body, it generates enormous internal pressure, posing an extremely severe test to the meridians, blood vessels, muscles, and even bones.

This is like applying the pressure-resistant hull technology of deep-sea submarines to the human body; it requires an extremely strong physique to withstand it.

This is why even geniuses like Son Goku and Son Gohan cannot maintain a high-compression spiral state for an extended period of time.

They must start with the lowest pressure, one times the normal pressure, like divers adapting to the deep-sea environment, allowing their bodies to gradually increase their tolerance limits. The slightest mistake could result in a terrible energy backlash.

At this moment, facing Raditz, Gohan's risky increase in the spiral boost factor was approaching the critical point that his body could withstand.

The highly concentrated energy around his fist did not emit a dazzling light, but instead presented a solid white vortex that almost distorted space, emitting a low and dangerous hum.

But Raditz responded with a cold laugh.

Even though the opponent's energy reaction became peculiar and concentrated, it still seemed pale and powerless in the face of the surge of power he had gained after recovering from near death.

His combat power has soared to 3000 points, a terrifying number that he himself has not been able to fully grasp. However, he clearly senses that he has been reborn and is far from who he was yesterday.

This is a qualitative difference, the difference between a vast river and a high-pressure water jet—the latter may be sharp, but it cannot shake the former's immense size.

"Seek death!"

Raditz didn't even bother to move a step; he simply raised his palm casually, and a powerful aura naturally formed an invisible yet indestructible barrier in front of him.

The next moment, Son Gohan's powerful punch, imbued with the force of a spiral tearing apart, crashed down. At the instant fist and palm made contact, instead of a deafening roar, a sickeningly sharp, tearing sound of energy ripped apart rang out!
Zizzi——!
The spiraling energy on Gohan's fist spun wildly, drilling and trying to tear apart everything in its path. The white spiral vortex rubbed violently against the invisible energy wall in front of Raditz's palm, sparking countless jumping sparks and energy fragments.

The highly compressed air did indeed demonstrate astonishing penetrability; the air that Raditz had gathered in his palm was actually drilled in and slightly indented, causing it to ripple!

However, that's all. The air barrier, seemingly about to be penetrated, is actually incredibly thick and resilient, and it repairs and strengthens itself at an even faster pace.

Even when the spiral force was pushed to its limit, it ultimately failed to break through the defense of absolute power. Like an egg hitting a rock, it was helplessly scattered into countless shimmering points of light after its energy was exhausted, gradually dissipating into the air.

Raditz remained completely still, not even the hem of his clothes was ruffled. The slight surprise in his eyes had long since been replaced by boundless contempt.

"Is that all? Fancy techniques are nothing compared to absolute power."

He uttered those words coldly and casually waved his hand behind his back.

It wasn't a technique, but rather a massive shockwave that surged forth with the swing of his arm, like an invisible giant hammer, slamming into Son Gohan, who was momentarily stunned by the breaking of his special move.

"Ugh!"

Son Gohan grunted, his body completely out of control as he was thrown back by the immense force, flying backward like a kite with a broken string. He tumbled and bounced on the ground for dozens of meters before finally coming to a stop, leaving a trail of dust.

Bick, who had been watching the entire match with his nerves on edge from a distance, felt a sudden sinking feeling in his heart, as if he had fallen into an ice cave.

They had already given their all, even exceeding expectations, to create this unconventional move, yet they still couldn't budge this powerful alien enemy in the slightest.

That despairing gap was like an insurmountable chasm.

Is it really time for the fate of Earth, all the struggles and efforts, to come to an end?
Raditz no longer paid attention to Gohan, who had been knocked away; his killing intent was now locked onto the dying Goku.

A breathtaking burst of energy emanated from his fingertips once more.

"Kakarot, just disappear!"

Raditz's mindset has changed.

He realized that with such power, he might already be qualified to challenge or even replace Naba, and no longer needed this stubborn younger brother as a low-level warrior to make up the numbers.

He even started planning how to make Naba his new subordinate.

Sun Wukong collapsed in the cracked pit, his body feeling as if it were filled with lead, making it extremely difficult for him to even lift a finger.

His exhausted body could no longer muster any strength, and he could only watch helplessly as the deadly energy wave rapidly expanded, the aura of death sweeping over him.

At this moment of utter despair—

"Well?!"

Raditz hadn't even fully unleashed his energy wave when he suddenly turned his head to look in the direction where Gohan had been blasted away.

An indescribable, extremely violent energy erupted like a volcano that had been dormant for millions of years!

Amidst the smoke and dust, the golden flames no longer burned gently, but surged and roared wildly like the core of an angry sun!
(End of this chapter)