Krillin, a beloved character in the Dragon Ball franchise, has met his demise several times throughout the series. His first death was at the hands of Tambourine, one of King Piccolo's sons. Tambourine fatally injured Krillin by crushing his frontal lobe with a powerful kick. This was not Krillin's only death, however; he has been killed on multiple occasions and subsequently revived using the Dragon Balls.
Krillin's Notable Deaths:
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Tambourine (First Death): As mentioned above, Tambourine killed Krillin after the 22nd Tenkaichi Budokai tournament. This death is often considered particularly emotional by fans.
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Frieza: In a later arc, Frieza brutally killed Krillin, an event that significantly fueled Goku's rage and power surge.
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Super Buu: Super Buu also claimed Krillin's life during his rampage.
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Android 17 (Dragon Ball GT): In Dragon Ball GT, a brainwashed Android 17 fatally wounded Krillin with a Photon Flash through the chest.
The various deaths of Krillin highlight the high stakes and dramatic tension inherent in the Dragon Ball storyline. His repeated resurrections, while a common trope in the series, contribute to the character's enduring presence and the emotional impact of his deaths.
