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Crillin is a prominent human martial artist and a lifelong best friend of Goku. By the time of Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods, Crillin has settled into a peaceful domestic life, having married Android 18 and fathered a daughter named Marron. His background as a former monk from the Orin Temple is evident in his classic appearance, which includes a shaved head and six dots on his forehead, though he occasionally allows his hair to grow out. Despite no longer being on the front lines of battle as often as in his youth, he is widely considered one of the strongest pure humans on Earth, possessing power and skill far beyond that of an average person.
His personality balances a good-natured, outgoing attitude with a realistic sense of caution that comes from years of fighting world-threatening villains. Crillin is often the voice of reason and comic relief, reacting with disbelief to the increasingly bizarre events that unfold around his friends. While he can be competitive and was once a rival to Goku, his defining trait is his deep loyalty and bravery, often standing up to protect his loved ones despite knowing he is outmatched in power. He retains a romantic and flirtatious side, which was a driving force in his youth, and he frequently expresses a desire for a peaceful family life, a goal he has successfully achieved. His quick wit and cunning in combat often allow him to be more effective than his raw strength would suggest, and he is known for developing techniques like the Destructo Disk, a razor-sharp energy blade capable of cutting through almost any material.
In the story of Battle of Gods, Crillin is invited to a party hosted by Bulma to celebrate her birthday. At this gathering, he is seen enjoying the company of his wife Android 18 and their daughter Marron, representing the normal life he always wanted. When the God of Destruction Beerus awakens and arrives at the party, Crillin, along with the other Z-Fighters, is confronted by an opponent whose power he cannot even sense. True to his pragmatic and cautious nature, Crillin wisely backs down from engaging Beerus, as he is unable to gauge the deity's true power, though he later witnesses the ensuing battle between Beerus and Goku. His role in the film emphasizes his shift from a main combatant to a supportive figure and a spectator to the god-like battles of the Saiyans.
His key relationships are central to his character. His friendship with Goku is his most significant bond, having grown from a childish rivalry into a deep, unbreakable trust. He is also very close to Goku’s son, Gohan, acting as a protective and supportive figure. His marriage to Android 18 represents a major development in his life; he famously fell in love with and spared her during a previous crisis, and their relationship blossomed into a family, demonstrating the series theme of redemption and finding love in unexpected places.
Though not a primary fighter in this stage of the timeline, Crillin remains a highly capable warrior. His abilities include ki manipulation, flight, and the use of his signature technique, the Destructo Disk. In the past, his latent potential was unlocked by the Great Elder of Namek, which dramatically increased his power and allowed him to keep pace with the Saiyans for a time. While he is no longer a rival to Goku's godly power, his experience, tactical mind, and courage make him a reliable ally. The development into Battle of Gods shows Crillin at his most content, having moved past the cowardice he sometimes showed as a young adult. He has achieved his long-held dream of starting a family and can now support his friends in a more mature, calm role, representing the strongest of Earth's native protectors who has earned a peaceful life.
His personality balances a good-natured, outgoing attitude with a realistic sense of caution that comes from years of fighting world-threatening villains. Crillin is often the voice of reason and comic relief, reacting with disbelief to the increasingly bizarre events that unfold around his friends. While he can be competitive and was once a rival to Goku, his defining trait is his deep loyalty and bravery, often standing up to protect his loved ones despite knowing he is outmatched in power. He retains a romantic and flirtatious side, which was a driving force in his youth, and he frequently expresses a desire for a peaceful family life, a goal he has successfully achieved. His quick wit and cunning in combat often allow him to be more effective than his raw strength would suggest, and he is known for developing techniques like the Destructo Disk, a razor-sharp energy blade capable of cutting through almost any material.
In the story of Battle of Gods, Crillin is invited to a party hosted by Bulma to celebrate her birthday. At this gathering, he is seen enjoying the company of his wife Android 18 and their daughter Marron, representing the normal life he always wanted. When the God of Destruction Beerus awakens and arrives at the party, Crillin, along with the other Z-Fighters, is confronted by an opponent whose power he cannot even sense. True to his pragmatic and cautious nature, Crillin wisely backs down from engaging Beerus, as he is unable to gauge the deity's true power, though he later witnesses the ensuing battle between Beerus and Goku. His role in the film emphasizes his shift from a main combatant to a supportive figure and a spectator to the god-like battles of the Saiyans.
His key relationships are central to his character. His friendship with Goku is his most significant bond, having grown from a childish rivalry into a deep, unbreakable trust. He is also very close to Goku’s son, Gohan, acting as a protective and supportive figure. His marriage to Android 18 represents a major development in his life; he famously fell in love with and spared her during a previous crisis, and their relationship blossomed into a family, demonstrating the series theme of redemption and finding love in unexpected places.
Though not a primary fighter in this stage of the timeline, Crillin remains a highly capable warrior. His abilities include ki manipulation, flight, and the use of his signature technique, the Destructo Disk. In the past, his latent potential was unlocked by the Great Elder of Namek, which dramatically increased his power and allowed him to keep pace with the Saiyans for a time. While he is no longer a rival to Goku's godly power, his experience, tactical mind, and courage make him a reliable ally. The development into Battle of Gods shows Crillin at his most content, having moved past the cowardice he sometimes showed as a young adult. He has achieved his long-held dream of starting a family and can now support his friends in a more mature, calm role, representing the strongest of Earth's native protectors who has earned a peaceful life.