What If Goku Met Bardock in the Afterlife?

[@MasakoX]

Thanks for watching! It's time to sit back and enjoy the full story in one go.

[@natoriousthehopeful2786]

Thanks!

[@cavaleirot]

What if Goku meets Gine, his mother in paradise?

[@TheAnonymousShade]

Does this ending mean more Raditz?! ❤

[@denkikaminari3720]

I've been waiting for this forever

[@MasakoX]

@@TheAnonymousShade It certainly does!

[@alex..alex..]

I love that Bardock huffs as much copium as possible trying to understand Goku

[@sentientmustache8360]

Copious amounts of Copium

[@darktigersharkmax4432]

Easily one of the best bardock what ifs I've seen that portrays bardock how he actually is. He isn't one of the two extremes people in the fandom sometimes assign him, he isn't a family man that's beaming with love nor a cold blooded monster with no emotions whatsoever he's not a conventional father but is a lot more loving than the average saiyan due to Gine's influence. However gine isn't enough to completely overwrite his innate saiyan apathy and being stuck in hell for decades made it even more pronounced. Goku was also perfect with his initial reaction to meeting bardock just how I imagined it honestly him not hugging bardock I feel was a little jab at the what if bardock convinced the saiyans hug lol. Kinda weird to make raditz stronger than goku's base form post beerus just because he got some gains for 20 years, really shouldn't be comparable to actual training let alone the god ritual.

[@sentientmustache8360]

He’s much a softie but only by Saiyan standards, which are mostly complete and utter lunacy

[@VestedUTuber]

@@sentientmustache8360 I don't think "soft" is the right word. He's still definitely a rough, brutish Saiyan, at least at first. It's just that he also has a conscience. A lot of Saiyans are textbook psychopaths, but not Bardock.

[@shadow_kin2047]

I was just casually srolling at comments and you spoiled me(tbh, i don’t even mind. I actually wonder what the hell will happen next)

[@Umbrox-57]

Ending reaction: ‘I’m not crying! I’m not!’ Honestly, I really enjoy what you did with Bardock. His story had a rough start but by the end as he grew and truly realised what he wanted, it made sense. He spent all his time wanting to be with Gine again, and now, he literally can spend all his time with her and his family in eternity. S Rank story MasakoX.

[@natoriousthehopeful2786]

I have to admit Masako: this was easily one of my favorites in a long time. The way you subverted so many expectations in storytelling was absolutely masterful: if you ever came up with your own original stories, you'd be a best-seller

[@pokecj4247]

As someone who's wanted to see this forever, this was a great take on the events, even if it wasn't what people may have dreamed of entirely, but realistic and true to character all things considered. A beautiful and well done story by all means

[@MasakoX]

Sometimes it's good to deviate from the expected.

[@pokecj4247]

@@MasakoX I wholeheartedly agree

[@blackarrow6609]

I agree very much so with interpretation of bardock meeting goku finally. Not what I expected but very well written and voice acted

[@TreyDieterich]

Iiii.iii

[@niggakingdj2fresh]

you dont think bardok would've enjoyed him 2nd life at all? goku acts similar to his mother who is basically a saiyan saint, you dont think he'd remind him of his mother and at least make him smile?

[@GSEleven]

The build-up to giving Raditz his life force is one of the greatest threads I have seen on this channel and honestly, I am not a big fan of a lot of the what-ifs because I felt they took unnecessary liberties or were too melodramatic in some instances but Bardock's CONSISTENT characterization lead to a wonderful pay off that made me stop and immediately type this comment.

[@guitaristkuro8898]

Damn this story actually made me tear up multiple times. Well done Masako. Your narratives bring me back to how much I enjoy a good story. Having spent the majority of my childhood simply reading fiction novels, this was a pretty nostalgic what if in the way that it struck me.

[@rogueassasin6946]

This is such a good story.. That ending? I wouldn't ask for more.

[@MasakoX]

Thank you!

[@plutodragon4]

I love Bardock in this he has such a reasonable reaction to everything. Everything he does is great and feels very down to Earth, which is a refreshing change of pace compred to all the wacky personalities of the dragon ball world.

[@Eric-gp3hi]

This is one of my favorite what ifs Masako! I like how Bardock was able to meet Goku as a adult and meeting his family his daughter in law Chi Chi, grandsons Gohan and Goten, his granddaughter in law Videl and his great-granddaughter Pan. I would like to see a sequel to this what if that focuses on Raditz late introduction after being revived by Bardock seeing Raditz meet Chi Chi for the first time and Adult Gohan, meeting Goten and Pan for the first time.

[@sentientmustache8360]

Him meeting Gohan would be very awkward. “So, how are you doing, twerp?” “I’m fine, do your ribs still hurt?” “…yes” “Good.”

[@badopinionsrighthere]

It wasn't a happy ending, but it was serene, in a way. Very masterfully done.

[@mythicaldragon3677]

It made me feel something for once

[@casartherandom3010]

I'd say it is a somewhat happy ending for the two.

[@Jarack25]

I love how Masako keeps saying that this won't be a wholesome story and then ends it off with that interaction between Bardock and Pan.

[@DylanOVC]

Fr made me cry while i was watching on the treadmill lmao

[@ap7635]

I don't think it's weird that Goku didn't immediately assume Bardock was related to him. Especially if we're including non-canon stuff. *Goku notices Bardock* Goku: Oh hey it's that guy with the evil tree

[@evilestguy]

i found you very recently, through your raditz-focused videos. he's a very huge fav of mine, and i can be picky with what content i'm given of him. i was genuinely very happy with how you interpreted him in your "what if raditz turned good" series, so i obv went to seek out more. i rationally thought that raditz would have SOME involvement with a bardock story, and while i had to wait for it to happen, it was most DEFINITELY worth it. raditz and gine are my absolute EVERYTHING. i had to get up and walk around with the pure energy i got from the description of raditz's personal hell alone. i would've loved to hear them interact outside of it, but i realistically couldn't have handled it. overall, i enjoyed this what-if SO much. i cannot describe the way i've felt, but i can assure you that the work you put into this is both impressive and loved.

[@doomed_reaper6430]

God damn it man, you're too damn good at telling what ifs I cried like vegeta wanting super saiyan at the end, keep up the amazing work

[@magnetic9089]

THAT WAS THREE HOURS Bro, Masako, your story telling is amazing. It felt like an hour listening all of the parts individually I dont know how you do it, but its great

[@oobygooby11]

This has got to be one of the best What Ifs that I have had the pleasure to listen to and watch develop. The characterisation and development of Bardok was something that flowed so well with the story. Well done Masako, you've made me cry at work at a ending well crafted.

[@funnyman10912]

This.... Was the absolute best what-if I have seen yet. You did true justice to one of my absolute favorite Dragonball characters who needed it most after being consistently mischaracterized by the fandom for so long. As a lifetime Dragonball fan, I wholeheartedly thank you.

[@SonicBahasa]

The way you subverted so many expectations in storytelling was absolutely masterful: if you ever came up with your own original stories, you'd be a best-seller

[@vapor404]

Man you need to be hired as a writer your fanfics are legitimately the best on the entire internet

[@douglasmcfarland9040]

This was very well done. You nailed the characterizations perfectly. The story used the lore and spirit of the universe. This is my favorite story you've done.

[@federicobarreri7639]

Your What-Ifs makes me feel love where I cannot get it. Thanks.

[@thepanelbiter9915]

I enjoy your stories a lot, Masako. And I enjoy how every What If has such a different feel and a different theme to them. With this one, I found an unexpectedly heartfelt story about a soldier out of war. Like grandparents who never left Korea.

[@absolutionveil8632]

Yessss. A new full story to put on while I commute over an hour to and from work

[@snakegarden4289]

This has been one of IF NOT the greatest what if story I've ever seen, I hope you have a wonderful time in 2023 with your friends and family. Take care! 👍

[@podracer35]

This was so dang interesting! That finale was so wholesome and the build up of this whole story was satisfying.

[@spiegelhirsch3531]

I came to your channel yesterday and I just love your way of storytelling. It's tying you in and does not let you go. The feelings you manage to deliver by just telling a story is insane! The ending hit me really hard it was beautiful

[@iexist_nowhere459]

How have I not found this before?! You got me crying with that ending great work!

[@lol-2247]

This is where the fun begins 😀

[@jesserice7777]

​@invincible4u So uncivilized.

[@onlyson2003]

This was so unexpected the emotional depth of this what if was insane it really dove deep into depression and grief I'm only an hour in and it shocked me. Vegeta's lecture was very in character and more impactful to his character than I thought even though this is a non canon what if it made me see Vegeta in a completely new way

[@thecalidean]

I find it fascinating that you iterate, procreate, and even sometimes procrastinate how your world works in your head and in your life… You being subjugated to being goofy goku and still having the drive for doing serious material. This is amazing. True son and father interaction. This video made me call my mom and dad🤣😉 Keep up the good work buddy. I don’t have time for Friday free for alls so maybe I’ll just donate straight out. You started round tables when I wasn’t busy and I never attended now I’m busy and I want to. The world is never what you make it or what you assumed it would be yesterday. Thank you for “what ifs for that.” You are my favorite KZbinr. Though, haverok is still my #1 on your channel🤫

[@Gwen1001]

God this story was utterly amazing, if I wasn't at work when listening to this I would cried my eyes out of their sockets

[@thepowerofluck2432]

Masako is honestly one of my favorite story tellers. I really enjoyed this story

[@omagoch]

Your voice acting and impeccable skill in storytelling is absolutely fantastic! I could listen to this forever.

[@BlazingZero17Reborn]

God that ending was something that i doubt anyone could have foreseen, this ending feels very complete and Masako keep up the good work cuz this was one of the best ones I've heard in a long time

[@gabed1284]

Masako, I needed this story so bad, this is dragon ball therapy, you helped me through a headache, and it was so nice to hear Gokus voice in super content was dope, thanks so much man

[@HarryJCLK]

This was really interesting. I don't see why side stories like this isn't a priority canon wise

[@lordkiza8838]

It sucks this won't ever be visualized this was really good I cried. I know you guys did.

[@federicobarreri7639]

That Epilogue is literally, one of the most beautiful ones I ever absorbed. It's majestic, in so many ways.

[@ShadowForceful]

You did all the characters a great service in terms of their personalities and motivations. Also the dbza reference “oh god I have one of those … oh god I have two of those!” Made me nostalgic

[@CodyCloud]

That was such a sweet ending. I can't believe I watched this in one sitting

[@benogle4951]

You should make a sequel what if called what if Raditz got a second chance and continue the story from where you left it except following raditz because I feel there's potential there to make it different than the what is Raditz turned good scenario. I really loved the ending, it wouldn't be a MasakoX story without raditz being turned good somehow. It's kind of ironic to end the year this way, I got into the franchise earlier this year over the summer, and one of the first things I watched what's your what if Raditz turned good, it got me interested in your channel and Dragon Ball what ifs in general. So to end the year like this albeit a bit late, is somewhat ironic and maybe even a bit poetic

[@brandj2020]

This brought me to tears in a good way, I would love to see this play out in manga and anime form! Also think you could do a middle ground story of Radditz once they get back

[@Starboy-3027]

Man, this was a rollercoaster of emotions. And that ending was beautiful. I couldn't help but cry.

[@charlietedora2446]

What a beautiful story! Thanks for putting this together really hit me in the feels

[@SCOBigMike666]

I missed the original run of these I was hoping you were going to do a full story vid like this, so glad you did it didn't disappoint

[@carnim7929]

Man, thanks for bringing me back to my childhood of making up stories with my favorite characters. You're awesome!

[@arcticwiz2249]

I love these stories with fresh new perspecties, similar to the Frieza turned good series. I hope you continue building up parts of the dbz world with these what ifs.

[@KrawmKruach]

surprisingly touching and wholesome, well done Masako.

[@snake360wraith]

Absolutely adored this story. Loved the subversions and the ending. Had a genuine smile on my face listening to it. It felt very satisfying and... right. Your writing and voice acting have come so damn far since I first found your What Ifs years ago. Bravo my friend.

[@ReDubs_]

man this was so good especially the ending with the dragon team having their own spot in the after life

[@v-gamer64]

That ending made me cry, I love this what-if

[@Brother_Red]

The character consistency and accuracy is surreal, keep up the amazing work!

[@TricksterSquad]

I’m not one to like what if videos, but this one was recommended and I enjoyed it. Nice story and great ending 👍🏻

[@charlespearce4599]

This has got to be my personal favorite. The end being truly emotionally provoking. I've never been a cold person, never even close to.... Ive always had a strong affinity to matters of the heart... but as i get older, especially the last few years, i find im ever increasingly more easily moved to sentiment. Like always, this was well written... Youre never cheesy or schlocky. (In fandom material, i can only tolerate\accept a couple degrees of schlock before something is unbearably intolerable to watch\listen to, i just cant take slapstick movies or shows, comedy and especially romantic(off the top of the head humor in real life is a different thing entirely tho; let creativity flow!) Usually im moved by things that happen in the real world, and not typically by writings, so definitely a quality of writing here, it felt authentic enough to legit invoke visible emotion, if there had been anyone around to see. (Not that id be embarrassed to be seen, but so im not a crybaby, yet actually being able to feel and connect that strongly & deeply is a bit of a pride point... Tho to have someone around that would be able to witness such a thing would be lovely beyond words). Good, good work, yo.

[@IndignantCynic]

I just went through all of this in one go and now I I'm too attached to this universe. That was so good, and such a beautiful ending. I'm just now imagining the afterlife antics.

[@RIP2UALL]

That was a great story. and the ending, a real tear-jerker!

[@imaginerose]

I don't know why, but hearing the ending, and knowing about Gine's amazing cooking skills, i can just imagine them having a family restaurant in the city, giving them something to do in the afterlife, and being together as a family.

[@timothyflynn2738]

I’ve binged these one at a time, it’s a joy to watch them all at once. Also, I’d be remiss if I didn’t throw out my ‘what if?’ suggestions. What if the Ox King stayed villainous? What if Zarbon turned good? And what if the Tuffles had ended up enslaving the Saiyans? The first one lends itself to a fun, ‘arch nemesis father-in-law’ story that could still turn epic in the original Dragonball setting. The second just seems like tradition at this point after Napalm, Raditz, and the Ginyus all got a turn… And the third wouldn’t seem as plausible until binging the What if Bulma Trained series, seeing how science and tech could be used to intelligently combat the overwhelming Saiyan power.

[@whockadoo]

This is great, it's very realistic to how I think it would go.

[@geosaga14kcaster85]

WOW. im so amaze how u change the character voices and sound like them , love the story- good job

[@KaiboStudios]

I'm glad I revisited this story. The ending is one of the most peaceful and tranquil of all the What Ifs you've made.

[@joemomma6317]

Honestly😭 you're my true goku. I love Sean schemel but you've genuinely became my favorite goku.

[@shadowdragon3148]

Dude I do not think I have ever listen to something so intently. Just happen to come across you video and really enjoyed it.

[@The300273]

Seeing as goku teleports between earth and otherworld all the time, i can understand why bardock was not phased by the sudden move to earth. To him he just moved from one place to another. From watching goku, i would of asumed that bardock would probably think that earth and otherworld are on the same plane of exsitence.

[@brick4643]

I LOVE the way he tells the story. It makes it easier to pay attention to.

[@Cosmic_cosmention]

Im glad that you made a story that wasn’t power based but more emotionally based as it goes into the mindset of someone who is trapped in 2 places at once

[@morningstargaming1042]

damn the way you sound just like them is really good keep up the good work!!

[@TobiIsAGoodBoy1]

not just bardock i dont remember when or where but i distinctly remember seeing goku (kid) fighting vs a temp revived grampa gohan hiding his face with only a festival fox type mask an he still had no clue as well that it was him.

[@Jrockten]

Aww, I really enjoyed that a lot! Thank you so much!

[@Nara.Shikamaru]

Is that supposed to say “Hell?” That’s a pretty smart way of not getting demonetized . Although Two Steps From hell has videos all over KZbin that say hell in the title. I really like this content and would rather not see it demonetized though, so great job! 😂😂😂😂

[@Animefan_7153-0]

Hfil is a meme, it means "hell for infinite losers"

[@derekgilham1417]

Wow! I know I'm late to the game on this one but man this was an excellent story. You're a great story teller.

[@MasakoX]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@spaceghost1670]

I normally don’t get into fan fiction but this was interesting, you captured something

[@TheDirtyBum900]

Almost got me to ugly cry at work with the end, masterful work Maseko

[@gtpjuicebox7621]

Bro your goku voice is crazy amazing 🤯🤯 Man U got my sub bro

[@SpaceandGoats]

This man has been the voice of goku online for over a decade

[@greggpd1989]

Masakox, this has been by far my favorite what if from you. I have thoroughly enjoyed your what if Mr white and purple turned good plus the series that came out to follow, but this IMO is S+ teir and one I'll always enjoy the most.

[@boredfangerrude]

This was definitely one of the best what if's I've watched.

[@Chrisezo]

Really well done what if, it really does seem like something feasible considering the personalities of everyone. I am glad that Bardock didn't gain super saiyan or that he fit in with everyone on Earth, as some people have done in their fan fictions, because even in real life, it can be really hard for people from past generations, to be able to adapt to the newer generations, since even my old man who had me in his 40-50s could never get into the new tech or lifestyles we have right now, like the smartphones or computers we have access to, or how carefree and adaptable things currently are, which is why we could never truly see eye to eye, but we somehow managed to live together and patch things up a bit before he passed away. Are you going to continue the story with Raditz?

[@DaBossMn]

Remember when Masako said this wasn’t going to be one of those happy wholesome holiday what if? So that was a lie

[@Desmuu]

Mate I wish this was animated or had art bc this is banging

[@Bishop985]

this is one of my favourite what ifs

[@KIRA-EL]

I enjoyed every second of that THANK YOU.

[@MasakoX]

You're welcome!

[@mikr2221]

THIS MY FAVORITE VIDEO YOUVE MADE THUS FAR I APPRECIATE THE DEEP DIVES YOU DO BROTHER THIS ONE ESPECIALLY GOT ME THINKING AND MADE ME REALIZE HOW HEAVY I FW FMA BROTHERHOOD !!!!😂

[@T00L1tQu1nn]

Great Video

[@ULTRAtheCYBORG]

Watching This Got Me SO DARN GIDDY I Can't Wait To See How This Plays Out

[@cavaleirot]

What if Goku meets Gine, his mother in paradise?

[@MasakoX]

Perhaps a new Gine story might show up...

[@jesserice7777]

​@@MasakoX (Foreshadowing?) 🤔

[@rogersstinson4019]

Be hilarious if she was also sent to HFIL for no reason.

[@Legend-Killer322]

I never expected one of these what-if endings to make me tear up because of how serene/emotional it was. As a Bardock fan, this was perfect.

[@TheY2KReviewer]

I may be wrong about this, but so far, this is the best "What if?" I have ever seen/heard. These events, need to somewhat come into fruition, in the near future for Dragon Ball. I sure do hope so.

[@XionAzura1]

You make some great fan fiction. I like the added character development.

[@braingaming8224]

Are you the voice of dbza? If you are? Please do more of these

[@MasakoX]

Yeah I voice Goku and Gohan in that

[@braingaming8224]

@@MasakoX hmmmmmm. You are the best iteration of goku. I'm flabbergasted. You and cell together ❤ 💓 💛 💗

[@CerealExperimentsMizuki]

I felt Bardocks arm getting snapped, such a brutal but incredible scene, such a great story in general.

[@jaelynnwatt6602]

I absolutely love all the videos you made they're so entertaining and hilarious you always had me bursting with laughter the ending of this video was so heartwarming!look forward to watching your next video and keep up the great work!!😂😁

[@darkworker666]

I love watching your what-ifs or he's not times out of ten they usually put a smile on my face you did a really good job with this one especially at the end

[@LotharTChips]

This is now my head-cannon. Now if someone would draw it that would be a blessing.

[@anthonyalvarado2082]

I really like the story and if someone that wanted to see the story for a very long time I'm happy that I got to hear it at first I was a little thrown back the voice changing for the different characters but by the time I got a quarter way through it I really learned to enjoy the voices you did an amazing job thank you for telling this story it's a story I wanted to see since I was a kid

[@malcom246]

Awesome just finished 😊

[@Iamkaiivibes]

I’ve been watching a lot of what if stories from other people they’re AMAZING!! However, you always have the best stories hands-down!!

[@keeganmullarky5227]

Bro, best cleaning session I've ever had thanks to listening to this!!!

[@bluexco]

That was amazing. I looked at this video like almost 3 hours?!?!? But damn did the time fly by. I loved every second!