Dragon Ball Super Saves a Surprising Character with the Power of Love

WARNING: The following article contains spoilers for Episode 117 of Dragon Ball Super, "Showdown of Love! Androids vs. Universe 2!!"which debuted Saturday on Adult Swim.

The Tournament of Power continues to rage on after the recent elimination of Kefla in Dragon Ball Super, and as Goku and the other Z Fighters from Universe 7 are preoccupied by a new wave of powerful opponents, Androids 17 and 18 step up in a major way to turn the tide of battle. And with the number of combatants beginning to dwindle, Android 18 draws inner strength from a surprising source to stay in the martial arts competition and turn the tables on a visibly more imposing champion from a rival universe.

Ribrianne is the strongest fighter from Universe 2 and had faced many of the Z Fighters to inconclusive results, including separate bouts against Vegeta and Android 17 earlier in the tournament. As the inhabitants of Universe 2 watch Ribrianne fight for their reality's survival in the contest of champions, they continue to empower her with their love and adoration, fueling her abilities and transforming her into a more powerful state.