At this moment, after catching his breath, Tien Shinhan wiped away the blood from the corner of his mouth, and his gaze became resolute.
Since Talot had personally said he wanted to witness Tien's true power, then to continue holding back would be his own fault.
"In that case… I'll gladly oblige!" With that, Tien Shinhan leapt into the air, rising into the sky.
He closed both eyes and pressed his palms together. From the center of his third eye, flickers of golden light began to shine.
Immediately, all the spirit energy on Papaya Island began to stir restlessly.
Guided by Tien Shinhan's third eye, it continuously surged toward his third eye.
This scene shook all the spectators, including the warriors in the backstage rest area.
Even Krillin, Yamcha, Chiaotzu, Nappa, and Goku, those who had trained together with Tien Shinhan in the past, were visibly astonished.
They all knew that Tien Shinhan's third eye was special.
But ordinarily, Tien just used it to launch energy attacks, so they'd never paid it much mind. In their view, it was simply another spot he could attack from.
Now, it seemed they had underestimated this third eye.
This eye wasn't just for show; it held a power they couldn't even imagine, just like how Saiyans could transform into Super Saiyan.
This third eye was also the key to Tien Shinhan's ability to increase his strength.
"Look, that's… spirit energy!" Krillin exclaimed.
"He's drawing all of Papaya Island's spirit energy. Is he about to use the Spirit Bomb? But it doesn't look like it," Yamcha said, utterly puzzled.
"It must be because of his third eye. There are some secrets in that eye… interesting," Nappa chimed in.
"No, this isn't the Spirit Bomb… I get it! Tien Shinhan's eye can store powerful energy. He's absorbing Papaya Island's spirit energy to increase his strength. It's like gathering Ki, only much more direct!" Goku, with his keen insight, noticed something different.
His words sent a jolt through everyone present.
Especially Raditz, Salari, and Vegeta; they were now paying much closer attention to Tien Shinhan, the Triclops.
…
In the arena.
Talot looked up into the sky at Tien Shinhan, who was continuously absorbing spirit energy, his aura rising ever higher and becoming even more formidable. A hint of surprise flashed in Talot's eyes.
This kind of technique was quite similar to the skills he'd learned back in the day on Planet Yardrat: strengthening oneself by absorbing natural energy. But his own method was still a bit different from Tien Shinhan's.
Tien Shinhan's absorption was to gather aura through his third eye and fill his body to the brim.
Logically, the more aura he could store in his body, the stronger he'd become.
Talot began to feel anticipation. Once Tien Shinhan completed this transformation, just how far would his power soar?
'Buzzzz~~!!' Tien Shinhan's third eye gleamed brilliantly, and all the vast spirit energy that filled the space was absorbed completely into his third eye, with not a trace left behind.
Finally, Tien Shinhan's third eye reached a saturation state.
As his two regular eyes opened—
'Boom~~!!!'
Suddenly, a terrifying aura storm exploded outward.
The intensity of this aura, without a doubt, had broken past 100 million, and it was absolutely astonishing.
Even the proud Vegeta wore a look of utter disbelief, because the strength of this aura was already enough to rival his Super Saiyan Full Power!
[This three-eyed baldy was really hiding his strength. He can actually unleash such a powerful aura. I really underestimated him.] Vegeta's opinion of Tien Shinhan had changed.
In this world, it's not just Saiyans who can be strong.
As long as you're willing to put in the effort to train, you can catch up to Super Saiyan, maybe even surpass Super Saiyan!
"What an incredible aura… Is this the function of Tien Shinhan's third eye?" Krillin's jaw dropped in shock, his face filled with disbelief.
He had originally thought that, if he ended up facing Tien Shinhan, maybe he'd still have a chance of making it to the top four, but now it was clear he'd been dreaming.
"So strong… This aura is amazing." Goku drew in a sharp breath, his face full of disbelief.
"So, what's Tien Shinhan's current power level?!" Yamcha shifted his gaze, impatiently asking Raditz and Salari.
Salari and Raditz had already seen Tien Shinhan's power level data.
"His power level has reached 800 million! After enhancing himself with his third eye, his power level has increased tenfold!"
"However, though this power is astonishing, his power level is very unstable. After reaching the peak of 800 million, it has started steadily declining. This state definitely can't be maintained for long. It can only be used to deal with emergencies."
Raditz and Salari spoke one after another.
It was true that this wasn't a permanent boost, but what everyone cared about was the highest number.
"8-800 million power level?!" Upon hearing this staggering power level, Nappa's eyelids twitched wildly. He was seriously terrified by Tien Shinhan.
Nail, who had fought Tien Shinhan before, was even more shaken by this data.
This is a power level of 800 million!!
Who would have thought that, back when they fought, Tien Shinhan had been hiding so much power!
Piccolo and Ragar were both shaken to their core by this astounding number.
Tien Shinhan was far stronger than they had imagined.
If they could ever meet in battle, it would be an exhilarating fight, but, unfortunately, there was no such chance. Right now, he was up against Talot.
A power level of 800 million was certainly astonishing, but in front of Talot, it was nowhere near enough!
…
In the arena.
Having completed his final transformation, Tien Shinhan slowly descended from the sky and landed before Talot, facing off once again.
Talot looked Tien Shinhan up and down, and Tien Shinhan faced Talot with a serious expression.
"The boost in your power level is remarkable. It's ten times stronger than before. But this state can't be maintained for long. Your power will gradually weaken over time, and in battle, the loss of energy will probably be even faster," Talot said to Tien Shinhan.
"As expected of you, you saw through the flaw in this form with a single glance. I still haven't fully mastered the ability of my third eye. I can't fight for long in this form, but if it's a quick battle, it's more than enough!" With that, Tien Shinhan took up a fighting stance, white killing intent blazing around him, clearly ready to go all out.
To unleash combat strength far beyond his limits in the shortest time possible.
"In that case, come at me, I won't hold back anymore either." Talot nodded to Tien Shinhan, signaling for him to give it his all.
"Then… take this!!" With a thunderous roar, Tien Shinhan launched his attack, and the fierce battle erupted once more.
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