Namekian Fusion is a unique, and permanent, biological merging, where the host absorbs power, knowledge, and traits from a consenting Namekian. It’s not a 50/50 blend like other fusions but a one-way enhancement. Canon cases include Piccolo + Nail (Chapter 295 / Episode 77), Piccolo + Kami, and Universe 6’s Saonel & Pilina. This process enriches Namekian legacy, literally internalizing the strength and wisdom of fallen kin, while shaping Piccolo’s enduring role as a guardian.
What Is Namekian Fusion?
Namekian Fusion, also referred to as Assimilation (Yūgō, 融合, or Dōka, 同化), is a unique Namekian ability whereby one Namekian permanently absorbs another—gaining their strength, memories, and intelligence. The fused Namekian remains the host; the other ceases to exist as an independent being.
This is more assimilation than standard fusion, as one dominates while the other is absorbed.
Both parties must willingly consent, and typically the more powerful becomes the host.
Afterward, only the host’s body remains, while the other vanishes as a body.
Canonical Illustrations
1. Piccolo + Nail
(Frieza Saga)
- Manga (Chapter 295 – “The Assimilation”): Nail, mortally injured, urges Piccolo to assimilate with him to gain the power needed to defeat Frieza. Piccolo hesitates, fearing loss of identity, but Nail reassures him that Piccolo’s personality will remain intact—and he agrees. Once the fusion completes, Piccolo experiences a surge of power.
- Anime (Episode 77 – “The Fusion”): The fusion is visually and narratively depicted, culminating in Piccolo’s immediate empowerment as he prepares to confront Frieza.
2. Piccolo + Kami
(Android / Cell Saga)
- Manga / Anime: Kami volunteers to fuse with Piccolo to reunite the original Namekian and counter the Android threat. This fusion results in profound strength—and a hint at shifting identity—but Piccolo still emerges as the host.
3. Universe 6 Namekians (Saonel & Pilina)
(Tournament of Power)
- Anime (DB Super): Both have assimilated many fellow Namekians to gain the power required for the tournament. Their strength gradually stabilizes as the merged power settles.
Mechanics & Effects
- Permanent & One-Way: Namekian Fusion is irreversible under normal circumstances. Only forced methods like Forced Spirit Fission (e.g., via Vegeta) might separate fused individuals.
- Power & Knowledge Transfer: Hosts gain significant power boosts, sometimes tremendously so. They also inherit memories, intelligence, and possibly personality traits. For instance, Piccolo gains strategic insight and a gentler temperament post-fusions.
- Multiple Fusions Possible: Namekians can fuse with more than two others. Saonel and Pilina absorb dozens, and even dozens formed the “Planet Namek Savior” to combat Moro (non-canon game context).