Krillin

Goku's best friend and the strongest Earthling martial artist

Disciple of Master Roshi and Goku's best friend, an Earthling martial artist who participates in numerous battles.

Quotes

  • I'll kill you!! (Exploding in rage before Frieza)
  • It's okay to run from battle, but life is important
  • It's Goku and Gohan's fault that I became so stubborn about not giving up
  • Strength isn't everything, brains matter too
  • Did you really train?
  • I wanted to get married

Trivia

  • One of the main characters who died the most in the series (3~4 times)
  • Reason for no nose is special skin-breathing constitution per author
  • Name has no clear origin, initially planned as one-off character
  • Initially bad personality and cunning, becomes kind as story progresses
  • Favorite food is Chinese buffet, hobby is karaoke
  • Works as police officer while continuing martial arts training

Alternate names

Kuririn Krillin-kun Krillin-san Kuririn

Tags

Dragon Ball Master Roshi's Disciple Earthling Warrior Martial Artist Best Friend Combat Strategist Ki Blast Police Officer Mood Maker

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Profile

Species
Earthling
Gender
Male
Birthday
October 29
Birth year
Age 736

Appearance

Overall appearance
Medium build Earthling man who grew hair from his bald head. Features include moxibustion scars on his forehead and no nose.
Height
153 cm (approx.)
Weight
45 kg
Eye color
Black
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Six moxibustion scars on the forehead
  • No nose
  • Bald head (youth), grows hair after adulthood
Iconic items
  • Turtle School Gi
  • Destructo Disc
  • Ki Blast
  • Sen Zu Bean
  • Hoverbike
  • Martial Artist Boots

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Brave
Detailed personality
Formerly prickly and cunning, he grew into a kind and sensible personality through training. He takes on the role of humor and mood maker, and is loyal to his friends. He has a cowardly side, but shows courage and fights when it counts. Calm with quick thinking, he can strategize.
Keywords
  • Brave
  • Mood Maker
  • Quick-witted
  • Kind
  • Cowardly side
  • Hard worker
  • Honest
  • Combat Brain
  • Loyal to friends
  • Lecherous
Motto
Get strong to be popular with girls
Talents
  • Ki control
  • Ki blast firing
  • High physical ability
  • Tactical judgment
  • Versatile Destructo Disc
  • Super acrobatics
Skills
  • Kamehameha
  • Afterimage Strike
  • Solar Flare
  • Scatter Shot
  • Sky Dancing Technique
  • Ki Block
  • Destructo Disc Barrage
  • Battlefield coordination
Motivation
Become strong to protect friends. Formerly aimed to be popular, but now focuses on protecting family and friends' peace.
Habits
Uses 'ore' for first person, sometimes polite language. Ends sentences with '~ssu' occasionally. Bald or haired head changes with mood.
Favorite foods
Chinese buffet, Onigiri, Meat dishes, Sen Zu Beans, Snacks
Hobbies
Ki training, Karaoke, Martial arts research, Time with family
Favorite places
Kame House, Orin Temple, Kami's Lookout, Earth, Police station
Favorite colors
Blue, Orange (gi color)
Person
Goku, Android 18, Yamcha, Master Roshi
Disliked situations
Friends in crisis, Lack of combat power, Defeat, Unfair attacks

History

Backstory
From a village in the east, trained at Orin Temple and became Master Roshi's disciple. Met Goku, became sworn brothers, and walked the martial arts path together. Participated in many battles, survived near-death multiple times. Fell in love with Android 18, married, and had daughter Marron. Retired as martial artist to become police officer while continuing training.
Debut date
September 16, 1986
Work title
Dragon Ball
Media type
Manga
Episode or chapter
Chapter 25 'A Rival Arrives!!'

First World Martial Arts Tournament Participation

Significant event
First World Martial Arts Tournament Participation
Description
Left Orin Temple, trained with Goku under Master Roshi, and participated in the first World Martial Arts Tournament.

Death and Revival

Significant event
Death and Revival
Description
Killed by Tambourine but revived by Dragon Balls. Played key role in igniting Goku's rage when killed by Frieza.

Android Saga

Significant event
Android Saga
Description
Met Android 18, fell in love, experienced marriage and family. Participated in Cell Games.

Majin Buu Saga

Significant event
Majin Buu Saga
Description
Semi-retired due to power gap but supported friends to the end. Protected 18 and daughter Marron.

Becomes Police Officer

Significant event
Becomes Police Officer
Description
Retired as martial artist to become police officer. Depicted balancing work and family.

Tournament of Power Participation

Significant event
Tournament of Power Participation
Description
Participated as Universe 7 representative in 'Dragon Ball Super' but eliminated early, experiencing growth and struggles.

Relationships

Android 18

Spouse

Wife. Loves Krillin and supports as family. Mutual supportive partnership.

Marron

Child

Daughter. Symbol of family and happiness for Krillin.

Goku

Best friend

Best friends since childhood, overcame harsh training and battles together.

Yamcha

Best friend

Fellow disciple of Master Roshi and battle comrade who helps against strong enemies.

Master Roshi

Mentor

Master. Taught much as martial artist and spiritual pillar.

Universe 7 Warriors

Universe 7 Warriors: teammate

Media appearances

Dragon Ball

Anime / Supporting

1986 TV series~

Dragon Ball Z

Anime / Supporting

1989~1996 TV series

Dragon Ball GT

Anime / Supporting

1996~1997 TV series

Dragon Ball Kai

Anime / Supporting

2009~2011 TV series

Dragon Ball Super

Anime / Supporting

2015~2018 TV series

Dragon Ball Z Movies

Movie / Supporting

1986~2018

Dragon Ball Super: Broly

Movie / Supporting

2018

Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero

Movie / Supporting

2022

Various Dragon Ball Games

Game / Playable

Appears in various across generations

Voice cast and creators

Mayumi Tanaka

Voice actor
Mayumi Tanaka
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV anime, movies
Notes
Main voice actor

Aki Kindaichi

Voice actor
Aki Kindaichi
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Dragon Ball DAIMA mini form
Notes
Stand-in role

Akira Toriyama

Creator name
Akira Toriyama
Role
Original author

Toei Animation

Creator name
Toei Animation
Role
Animation studio

Shueisha

Creator name
Shueisha
Role
Publisher

Related goods

Krillin Figure

Item name
Krillin Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Krillin Destructo Disc Figure

Item name
Krillin Destructo Disc Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Limited

Dragon Ball Z Krillin Costume

Item name
Dragon Ball Z Krillin Costume
Category
Apparel
Availability
Regular

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