A World Without Friendship What if Goku and Vegeta never joined forces? What if their rivalry turned into a true war that split the Saiyan race?
In this alternate timeline, Goku and Vegeta pride becomes their downfall. Their choices lead to the Saiyan Civil War, a battle that shakes the entire universe.
The Beginning of the Divide
After Frieza’s defeat, Vegeta’s jealousy grew stronger. Seeing Goku, a low-class warrior, unlock the power of a Super Saiyan filled him with rage.
Instead of changing, Vegeta embraced his royal pride. He decided that Goku’s carefree attitude had corrupted the honor of Saiyans.
Meanwhile, Goku only wanted peace and freedom. He refused to join Vegeta’s vision of restoring a Saiyan empire. That disagreement turned into a bitter conflict that no one could stop.
Thus, the Saiyan Civil War began.
Two Paths, Two Kingdoms
Vegeta rebuilt Planet Sadala and declared himself King of the Saiyans. He trained his army under harsh gravity, creating soldiers who worshipped strength and discipline.
Goku, meanwhile, stayed on Earth, defending it with Gohan, Piccolo, and other Z Fighters. He believed that power should protect, not rule.
When Vegeta’s empire started expanding through the galaxy, Goku knew the peace of the universe was in danger. The Galactic Patrol warned of an invasion. The Saiyan race had split in two — one under the crown, and one under Goku’s will to protect freedom.
Goku the Rebel, Vegeta the King
Years passed. Both warriors reached divine levels of power.
Vegeta secretly trained under Beerus and learned to use God Ki. His new transformation, Super Saiyan Royal, glowed with crimson and purple light — a mix of divine power and royal fury.
Goku, on the other hand, mastered his own version of Ultra Instinct. But unlike the calm silver aura, his form was wild and emotional. It became known as Instinct Unchained.
Vegeta believed power was control.
Goku believed power was freedom.
Their ideals made them opposites destined to clash forever.
The First Battle
The first great battle of the Saiyan Civil War began on the ruins of Planet Namek. The stars dimmed as Goku and Vegeta faced each other one more time.
The air cracked under their energy. Every punch shattered mountains. Every roar split the sky.
Vegeta attacked with royal precision, while Goku fought with instinctive power.
“You could have been my greatest general, Kakarot!” shouted Vegeta.
“And you could have been my greatest friend, Vegeta!” replied Goku.
When their final blasts collided, the universe went silent. Both disappeared in a storm of light and destruction. The battle ended, but the war continued in their names.
The Legacy of the War
Decades later, their sons carried the weight of their fathers.
Gohan became the protector of Earth. He hoped for peace but prepared for war.
Trunks ruled Planet Sadala, continuing his father’s legacy but searching for a better way to lead.
Legends said Goku and Vegeta were still alive — training in separate parts of the multiverse.
Goku learned new power from the Grand Priest.
Vegeta trained in the Void, mastering the energy of destruction itself.
Their next meeting would decide the fate of all life — creation or extinction.
The Meaning Behind the War
This alternate timeline isn’t just a “what if” story. It shows the heart of Dragon Ball — the struggle between pride and compassion, order and freedom.
Goku represents the free spirit who fights for everyone.
Vegeta represents the proud warrior who fights for his legacy.
Their endless conflict reminds us that real strength isn’t about dominance. It’s about understanding — something neither could truly achieve in this universe.
The Eternal Rivalry
Statues of Goku and Vegeta stand on faraway planets, reminding people of their legend. Their war shaped galaxies and changed how mortals saw gods.
In the world we know, they became friends and equals. But in this darker world, their rivalry destroyed everything.
Even today, somewhere in time, Goku and Vegeta still fight — not as friends, but as eternal enemies.
Because Saiyan pride never fades.
