Summary The Super Saiyan transformation is a key element of Dragon Ball Z, with a total of 21 variations and upgrades introduced throughout the series. These transformations have different capabilities and are not always visually distinct, like different hair colors. Some forms, such as Ultra Super Saiyan, have drawbacks that make them inferior to lower forms. Goku's Super Saiyan form remains the most iconic and has been unlocked by nearly every other Saiyan character. The franchise continues to introduce new forms, such as Super Saiyan Blue and Ultra Instinct, that play significant roles in the story. The Super Saiyan transformation is an iconic element of Dragon Ball Z and the series has iterated on it with new forms ever since its introduction. Goku first unlocked the Super Saiyan transformation during the Namek Saga, and since then, the franchise has introduced a total of 21 variations and upgrades. While not all of these transformations are available to every Saiyan, each of them...
