Whis explains that the explosion acted as a trigger, forcing Goku's body to break through its internal "shell". This new state is (specifically Ultra Instinct Sign ), a godly technique that allows the body to react and move without the need for conscious thought. A Fight Unlike Any Other
The episode begins with Goku at his absolute limit. Even with , he is barely a nuisance to Universe 11’s Jiren. Desperate, Goku resorts to his ultimate trump card: the Universe 7 Spirit Bomb . In a terrifying display of power, Jiren doesn't just block it—he pushes it back with a mere glare, eventually causing the massive energy ball to collapse into a black hole that swallows Goku whole. The Birth of Ultra Instinct
The rematch between Goku and Jiren is the highlight of the episode. Critics from IGN noted that Goku’s movements felt completely "unreal"—strange, fluid, and terrifyingly efficient. He isn't just fighting Jiren; he's dancing around him, forcing the seemingly invincible Pride Trooper to finally take the fight seriously.
Here is a blog post recapping this internet-breaking episode.
Breaking the Shell: Why Dragon Ball Super Episode 110 Still Shakes the World
The digital file typically contains one of the most iconic moments in modern anime history: the debut of Ultra Instinct in Dragon Ball Super .