The Kaioken is a power-multiplying technique from Dragon Ball Z, taught to Goku by King Kai and used when he needs to surpass an opponent who is stronger than him. The shout became shorthand in anime fandom for pushing beyond a limit, and short clips of the power-up spread through AMVs, reaction videos and gaming edits. It remains popular because the sound alone tells the whole story: effort, risk and a sudden surge of strength, even for viewers who have never watched the series.