Super Saiyan 4 remains one of the most controversial and fascinating transformations in Dragon Ball history. Unlike the traditional golden-haired Super Saiyan forms, SSJ4 completely revolutionized what fans expected from Saiyan transformations with its striking red fur, black hair, and primal aesthetic that harkened back to the Great Ape form.

What makes Super Saiyan 4 truly unconventional isn't just its appearance, but its entire concept. While other Super Saiyan forms focus on transcending Saiyan nature, SSJ4 embraces it completely, combining the raw power of the Great Ape with the control of human consciousness. This transformation represents a perfect balance between civilization and wild instinct, making it a unique entry in the Dragon Ball universe that stands apart from both earlier and later transformations.