Beerus isn’t just a god—he’s a cosmic threat wrapped in laziness and appetite. As the God of Destruction for Universe 7, Beerus is a being of unimaginable strength, cosmic authority, and a surprising amount of sass. But don’t let his sleepy demeanor and obsession with food fool you—when Beerus gets serious, entire planets disappear. Whether he’s humbling the strongest warriors in the universe with a flick or flexing his divine wrath, Beerus is always a step ahead. These ten moments highlight exactly why Beerus is one of the most badass and terrifying characters in the Dragon Ball universe.
#10: Beerus Destroys a Planet Over Pudding
In Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods, Beerus travels to King Kai’s planet hoping to learn about the Super Saiyan God. Instead, he ends up insulted by Majin Buu, who refuses to share pudding. The result? Beerus flips, taking out Buu, Gotenks, Android 18, and nearly everyone in his path before leveling half the area with a single burst of energy.
And what sparked this divine tantrum? Pudding. The contrast between the silly trigger and the terrifying outcome is part of what makes it so badass. Beerus doesn’t need a reason—his wrath is law. When he lashes out, everyone listens. Even the strongest Z Fighters realize quickly: if you want to keep breathing, don’t mess with the cat.
#9: Beerus Flicks Super Saiyan 3 Goku Like a Bug
When Goku hears that a God of Destruction is visiting, he does what Goku always does—asks for a sparring match. He goes all in, transforming into Super Saiyan 3 on King Kai’s planet. But Beerus doesn’t counter with a punch or energy beam—he flicks Goku on the forehead. That’s it. One flick. And Goku goes down.
This moment is legendary because of its effortlessness. At the time, Super Saiyan 3 was one of Goku’s most powerful forms. And Beerus didn’t break a sweat. The flick instantly established a new power ceiling in the franchise. It wasn’t just a show of strength—it was a declaration: there’s a new tier now, and Beerus owns it.
#8: Beerus Wipes Out Zamasu Without a Fight
In Dragon Ball Super, when the team discovers that the Kai apprentice Zamasu plans to kill his mentor and steal Goku’s body, Beerus intervenes. But unlike other characters, he doesn’t fight or argue. He simply walks up and erases Zamasu from existence with a word. “Hakai.”
It’s one of the most chillingly badass uses of godly power in the series. There’s no buildup. No shouting. No energy clash. Just absolute authority. Zamasu, a major villain, is wiped from the timeline instantly. It shows that while Beerus may be lazy or goofy at times, his power is absolute. He is a god not in name—but in effect.
#7: Beerus One-Shots Vegeta in Battle of Gods
During Bulma’s birthday party, after a series of misunderstandings (and food-related offenses), Beerus slaps Bulma. Vegeta snaps—going into an unhinged rage and landing a solid hit. For a moment, it looks like the Prince of Saiyans is holding his own. Then Beerus taps into a fraction of his power and flattens Vegeta in a single blow.
The moment is both funny and brutal. Vegeta had come so far. But against Beerus? He’s a pebble. The scene cements Beerus as untouchable—even warriors with god-tier potential are nothing in the face of his divine strength. The fact that he barely moves makes it even cooler.
#6: Beerus Destroys Half a Planet While Sneezing
Yes—he sneezes. In one of the more comedic but still jaw-dropping moments in Battle of Gods, Beerus is shown blowing up half a planet mid-sneeze while on a luxury cruise through space. No malice. No effort. Just… achoo, and half a world is gone.
It’s both hilarious and terrifying. The ease with which Beerus can destroy life is unmatched—even the smallest, unconscious action can erase civilizations. It’s the ultimate flex: he’s not just powerful—he’s dangerous by accident. If he tried, there’d be nothing left.
#5: Beerus Battles Champa – God vs. God
When Beerus’s twin brother Champa gets on his nerves, the two Gods of Destruction go from snarky banter to full-on combat in the blink of an eye. The moment they begin fighting, the entire fabric of their universe begins to shudder. Whis and Vados intervene quickly, warning that if the brothers continue, their entire universes could be destroyed.
This scene reminds us just how cosmically dangerous Beerus is. He’s not just a planetary threat—he’s a multiversal one. And unlike many battles in Dragon Ball, this wasn’t some endgame clash—it was a sibling spat. That’s how broken Beerus truly is. He’s capable of annihilating all creation without meaning to.
#4: Beerus vs. Goku – Super Saiyan God Showdown
In Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods, Goku achieves the legendary Super Saiyan God form and faces Beerus in a cosmic battle that shakes the very atmosphere. The fight spans oceans, mountains, and even outer space, but what stands out isn’t just Goku’s new power—it’s how effortlessly Beerus still dominates. Despite Goku reaching a whole new level, Beerus never unleashes more than 70% of his full power.
Throughout the fight, Beerus remains calm, collected, and utterly in control. He analyzes Goku’s moves, praises him for his growth, and still keeps him at arm’s length. The final blow—a neck chop—doesn’t just knock Goku out. It delivers a message: Beerus could have ended it at any moment. The god fought for fun. For curiosity. Not because he had to. It’s a reminder that Goku may rise, but Beerus is already on top of the mountain.
#3: Beerus Instantly Defeats Goku Black in the Manga
In the Dragon Ball Super manga, the Goku Black arc takes a slightly different path than the anime, and Beerus gets a rare opportunity to assert his authority early on. Once it becomes clear that the version of Zamasu they’re dealing with is from the present timeline, Beerus steps in and erases him instantly ending the threat before it ever begins.
This moment is especially satisfying because Goku Black had already started causing chaos across timelines. But Beerus, with no need for discussion or combat, ends it before it can escalate. It’s an ultimate god move: no posturing, no shouting, no drama—just Hakai. Beerus reminds everyone, including Whis and the Kaioshin, that his power transcends time. He’s not just a destroyer of worlds—he’s a destroyer of timelines when needed.
#2: Beerus Threatens to Kill All the Gods of Destruction
During the Zen Exhibition Match, when the other universes’ Gods of Destruction begin clashing in a chaotic brawl, Beerus is notably one of the few who maintains composure—and dominance. Despite being ganged up on, he outmaneuvers the others with finesse, dodging attacks, delivering counters, and showing that he could handle all of them alone if he chose.
The choreography here is crucial—Beerus isn’t wild or arrogant. He’s calculated, smooth, and terrifyingly efficient. Whis even notes that Beerus is the fastest and most capable of all the Gods of Destruction and watching him juggle enemies without breaking a sweat confirms it. It’s one of the few times we see gods fear another god—and it’s all because of Beerus’s overwhelming control.
#1: Beerus Destroys Zamasu with Hakai—The Divine Signature
While we’ve already mentioned Beerus’s elimination of Zamasu, the way he does it in the anime deserves its own spotlight. The use of Hakai here isn’t just a show of force—it’s a divine statement. It’s quiet, cold, and final. “I’m a god. I don’t play games,” he says. “This is the end for you, Zamasu.”
The visual is unforgettable—Zamasu disintegrates into nothingness, erased completely without resistance. No other fighter in Dragon Ball could have done this. Even Goku and Vegeta at their peak couldn’t stop Zamasu. But Beerus? He did it in a single gesture. This moment defines his character. He’s not a hero. He’s not evil. He is balance. And when that balance tips, he steps in to restore it—permanently.
Beerus isn’t a conventional warrior—he’s an apex predator with divine authority. Every one of his badass moments isn’t just about power; it’s about command. Whether it’s ending threats with a word or flattening the strongest fighters without blinking, Beerus shows time and again why the universe fears him. He doesn’t need rage. He doesn’t need fanfare. He just exists—and that’s enough to shake galaxies.
