Spike the Devil Man

“	The most destructive force in the world is negativity. It is true power. Negative energy exists in all living things. It's created from emotions such as fear, anger, hatred, jealousy, and aggression. I can manipulate this energy, convert it into beams of destructive power that annihilate anything in its path. And right now, my little foe, I have you square in my sights.	„
	― Devilman describing the Devilmite Beam to Goku

Spike, also known as Devilman ( アックマン Akkuman), is a devil from Hell who later became one of Fortuneteller Baba's fighters. Originally the strongest among her fighters, he was eventually surpassed by Grandpa Gohan. Spike has an impressive background, having won the World Martial Arts Tournament twice. He came to Earth in search of additional experiences but has intentions of eventually returning to Hell.

Names	Spike the Devil Man, Devilman ( アックマン Akkuman), The Devil
Gender	Male
Race	Demon
Occupation	Martial Artist
Origin	Dragon Ball Chapter 103: "The Power of Goku"(孫そん悟ご空くう　強つよし！！Son Gokū Tsuyoshi!!|lit. "Son Goku The Mighty!!") December 2, 1986 (Weekly Shōnen Jump, 1987 #01/02)
Alignment	Neutral
Age	Unknown
Created By	Akira Toriyama.
Height	200 cm (about 6ft 7in)
Weight	Not Stated

Appearance

Spike is a tall, humanoid figure with distinct devil-like features, including two horns, sharp fangs, and large wings that grant him the power of flight. His outfit is predominantly black, giving him a foreboding presence.

Personality

Spike harbors a particular disdain for angels. In the Funimation dub, he is portrayed with a slightly effeminate tone similar to that of General Blue.

Biography

Dragon Ball

Fortuneteller Baba Saga

During Goku and his friends' quest to defeat Fortuneteller Baba's fighters to locate an undetectable Dragon Ball, Spike watches as Goku easily defeats Bandages the Mummy in the Devil's Toilet within Baba's Palace. As Goku prepares for the next match, Spike discusses the fight with Grandpa Gohan, who is set to be Goku's final opponent. Confident he can defeat the young boy, Spike is surprised to find Goku dodging his attacks effortlessly. Spike attempts to defeat Goku using his most lethal move, the Devilmite Beam, despite Baba’s warnings. Unaware that Goku has a pure heart, Spike is shocked when the attack has no effect. In a final attempt, he wields his Demon Fork but is ultimately defeated when Goku kicks him into a wall, moving on to face Grandpa Gohan.

King Piccolo Saga

Spike's records are mentioned in the World Martial Arts Tournament files stolen by Tambourine. Although it is unclear if Spike was targeted by Tambourine, it’s unlikely, as Tambourine’s evil heart would make him vulnerable to Spike's Devilmite Beam.

Dragon Ball Z

Majin Buu Saga

Spike either perishes in Super Buu’s Human Extinction Attack or when Kid Buu destroys Earth. He is later revived with the rest of Earth's population by Porunga and contributes his energy to Goku's Super Spirit Bomb when Mr. Satan calls upon Earth's people for their energy.

Other Dragon Ball Stories

Budokai Tenkaichi 3

In the game's What-If Story mode, "Unexpected Help," Spike takes on Frieza, King Cold, Appule, and two other soldiers waiting on Earth to kill Goku. Spike surprisingly defeats them using his Devilmite Beam, showcasing his power.

Powers and Statistics

Tier: At least 8-C, likely higher

Powers and Abilities: Skilled Martial Artist, Superhuman Physical Characteristics, Acrobatics, Magic, Flight, Ki Manipulation (Advanced Level), Weapon Creation (Can materialize weapons from thin air), Durability Negation (Via Devilmite Beam)

Attack Potency: At least Building level+, likely higher (He's the second strongest of Baba's fighters, making him superior to Bandages the Mummy, who defeated Yamcha prior to the 22nd World Martial Arts Tournament, and is second only to Grandpa Gohan), can ignore conventional durability with the Devilmite Beam (The Devilmite Beam magnifies all the negativities in an opponent's heart, causing it to explode)

Speed: Superhuman with Supersonic+ combat speed (The second fastest of Baba's fighters, making him faster than Fangs, who was able to outpace Krillin)

Lifting Strength: At least Class 25, likely Class K.

Striking Strength: At least Building level+, likely higher.

Durability: At least Building level+, likely higher.

Stamina: Unknown.

Range: Standard Melee Range, Tens of Meters with ki blasts and the Devilmite Beam.

Standard Equipment: A conjured trident.

Intelligence: Devilman is a skilled and practical martial artist who does not hesitate to use his ultimate technique, the Devilmite Beam.

Weaknesses: Spike is overconfident, and the Devilmite Beam is completely ineffective on those that are pure of heart.

Attacks and Techniques

• Hikou: Spike possesses the ability to fly without relying on ki, utilizing his wings or special mechanisms instead.
• Magic Materialization: He can create objects seemingly out of thin air through magical means.
• Demon Fork Rush: Spike creates a pitchfork to uppercut his opponent into the air, then flies up and repeatedly stabs them with the pitchfork. Finally, he swoops down to slam his opponent to the ground, causing significant damage.
• Devilmite Beam: This powerful technique converts an opponent's negative thoughts into destructive beams capable of annihilating anything in their path. The attack only functions if the target harbors negative thoughts.
• Kaikosen: A mystical energy attack that ensnares the opponent in electrical energy, temporarily paralyzing them. Spike often uses this technique before launching the Devilmite Beam to ensure a direct hit.
• Ki Blast: The most basic form of energy wave, featured in games like Budokai Tenkaichi 3 and Revenge of King Piccolo.
• False Courage: One of Spike's Blast 1 techniques in Budokai Tenkaichi 3.
• Fork Attack: Utilizing Magic Materialization, Spike creates and throws a pitchfork at his opponent, which explodes upon impact like a missile. This technique appears in Budokai Tenkaichi 3 and Dragon Ball: Origins 2.