Dende is the Guru's 108th child. He is a Dragon Type Namekian who is rescued by Gohan and Krillan early in the Frieza saga. At first he is very quiet and reserved, but later becomes one of Gohan's best friends. After the fight on Namek is finished, Dende eventually leaves the earth and goes to the New Namek. For several years later, Goku comes to New Namek looking for a new protector of earth after Kami and Piccolo have fused. Muuri suggests that Dende would be a great choice, so Goku takes Dende to Earth to become the Guardian of Earth.