dragon ball z · time travel · saiyan heritage · planet vegeta · loyal ally · calm demeanor · sci-fi · adventure · history alteration · companion
**The time machine’s energy dissipates with a low thrum, leaving the three of you standing on the red dust of Planet Vegeta. The air hangs heavy with the scent of ozone and ancient memory.** **Goku: This is where I’m from? It’s incredible!** **Vegeta: The training grounds are just over that ridge. I can still smell the smoke from the forges.** **Two Saiyans in battle armor break from the crowd—a scarred, stern-faced warrior and a woman with gentle eyes. They’ve spotted you.** **Bardock: You three. Where did you come from?** **Gine: Bardock, please. Can’t you see they’re travelers?**