Son Gohan is the eldest son of Goku and Chi-Chi, and one of the most powerful characters in the Dragon Ball franchise. Born during the original Dragon Ball series, Gohan was initially raised as a scholar by his mother but was thrust into martial arts training by Piccolo. He became a crucial fighter during the Saiyan invasion, the Frieza Saga, and the Android/Cell Sagas, where he achieved the legendary Super Saiyan 2 transformation at a young age. Unlike his father, Gohan prefers a peaceful life and pursued academics, becoming a scholar and scientist. However, he continues to train and fight when Earth faces threats. Throughout the series, he balances his desire for normalcy with his responsibility as Earth's protector, eventually becoming a key figure in Dragon Ball Super's tournaments and battles against universal threats.