A Saiyan is a fictional warrior race from the popular anime and manga series Dragon Ball created by Akira Toriyama. Known for their incredible strength, agility, and ability to transform into more powerful forms, Saiyans are characterized by their spiky hair and monkey-like tails. They possess the unique ability to grow stronger after recovering from near-death experiences. Saiyans are originally from the planet Vegeta, which was destroyed by the tyrant Frieza. The most famous Saiyan is Goku, who becomes a hero in the series. Saiyans can achieve various transformations, such as Super Saiyan, which significantly boosts their power and abilities.