Krillin first appears arriving at Kame - Sen'nin's island to become his apprentice, meeting Son Goku, and the two become rivals. However, after doing the hardships that Kame - Sen'nin assigns, the two become friends. After finishing their training, Kame - Sen'nin has Krillin and Goku compete in the 21st Tenka'ichi Budōkai. Krillin beats the odored fighter Bacterian, who uses his stench as a weapon, and makes it to the semi-finals. However, he is defeated by Jackie Chun, who is really Kame - Sen'nin in disguise preventing his students from becoming arrogant with too many victories. Krillin continues to train with Kame - Sen'nin and helps Goku to collect the Dragon Balls by fighting against General Blue and participating in Baba Uranai 's tournament. However, he is quickly defeated by Dracula Man, who bites down on his head, causing blood to pour out. Three years later, Krillin enters the 22nd Tenka'ichi Budōkai. Again, he makes it to the semi-finals by defeating Chaozu, but loses to Goku. Soon after, Krillin is killed by a henchman of Piccolo Daimao, who wanted to steal Goku 's Dragon Ball. After Goku defeats Piccolo, Krillin is revived by the Dragon Balls. Another 3 years later, Krillin enters the 23rd Tenka'ichi Budōkai. This time however, he only makes it to the quarter - finals, losing to Piccolo Junior. Krillin then tries to intervene in the fight between Piccolo and Goku when Piccolo gains the upper hand, until realizing he is outclassed.
when does krillin come back to life in dragon ball
Krillin is revived by the Dragon Balls