Ancient Saiyans did not transform temporarily like the later modern Saiyans like prince vegeta, goku(Kakarot) or even Gohan .
They rather awakened by returning to their most primal forms .
Their power did not explode outward—it condensed inward, compressing instinct, violence, and ki into something brutal, savage and intense.
They worshipped no gods.
They believed strength was not gifted—but remembered.
And they left behind three relics scattered across worlds Frieza later destroyed.
Not for simple wishes.
But for awakening their ancestors memories contained within the cells especially in their tails .