Dragon Ball Z Episode 68 Direct
Shocked by the loss of his elite team, Captain Ginyu leaves the hidden Dragon Balls to confront the mysterious new threat (Goku) himself.
Episode 68 is historically significant for fans of the English version of the series: Dragon Ball Z Episode 68
This episode marks the very first time Sean Schemmel provided the voice for Goku in the Funimation in-house dub. It was the starting point for his long-standing career as the character. Shocked by the loss of his elite team,
Because Funimation later re-dubbed the earlier Saiyan and Frieza arcs, listeners rewatching the series today may notice a "voice transition" in this episode where the quality or tone of the voices changes as it enters the original, unpolished Funimation era. Technical Details Information Saga Captain Ginyu Saga English Title "Ginyu Assault" Japanese Title Because Funimation later re-dubbed the earlier Saiyan and
"At Last, a Direct Confrontation!! Captain Ginyu Takes The Field" Captain Ginyu, Jeice Original Air Date (JP) July 1, 1987 (related chapter) / Original Z series run
The episode picks up with Jeice reporting the total defeat of Recoome and Burter to at Frieza’s spaceship.
Upon Ginyu's arrival, Goku and Vegeta initially stand ready to fight side-by-side for the first time. However, in a classic display of self-interest, Vegeta flees the scene , leaving Goku to face Ginyu and Jeice alone while he goes to search for the Dragon Balls himself.