How relevant is Tao-Pai-Pai in the 22nd Tenkaichi-Budokai?

[p123]

I don't think he's all that relevant. He probably weakened over time and his reputation speaks loudly. Tao wouldn't get past Chappa, even with a weapon.

 

[withheldforprivacy]

I don't think he's all that relevant. He probably weakened over time and his reputation speaks loudly.

Why can't that be the case for Chappa too?

 

[p123]

Because they saw Chappa in action. Just because they can't sense ki ( Roshi can ), doesn't mean they can't tell how fast and strong an opponent is. A seasoned fighter in our world can make basic estimations on another fighter's ability by watching them. You can make judgments about speed and power from a visual perspective. I don't see why their world wouldn't work like our world in this situation.

Nothing about Chappa's defeat suggested he was overrated. The only suggestion made from Chappa's defeat was marvel at how strong Goku has become. Both Yamcha and Krillen are shitting their pants.

 

[Papasmurf]

Tao weakening over time makes sense. He seems to not have had any opponents capable of matching him in many years, not to mention he's like 280 himself.

 

[Let's Go Fearless!]

I don't think that age matters in DB.