Hunter x Hunter (2011) Episode 44 Discussion

_Saburo_ said:
Good episode, but it's so predictable. The top 10 Nen users from the 10 dons (Shadow Beasts), and how three of them all died with surprise and so easily. Then, Kurapika's chains hurt the Phantom Troupe member so much. However, things are moving along at a good pace. 3/5

fishergirl16 said:
So gory! D; It honestly scared me. I hope they cut down on the gore in future episodes.

But maaan, Kurapika is a beast <3

Viralz said:
^
do u really think that's enough for cutting a whole head!!!
see this

Viralz said:
^
do u really think that's enough for cutting a whole head!!!
see this

kuruta_tribe said:

but isn't there something wrong in this episode? Why is that Worm from Shadow Beast still alive after Big Bang Impact? He can even call for another member. Well, just a little detail but it still bugging me..

kuruta_tribe said:
Awesome episode, I love this bloody episode!
can't wait for


but isn't there something wrong in this episode? Why is that Worm from Shadow Beast still alive after Big Bang Impact? He can even call for another member. Well, just a little detail but it still bugging me..

Zorocia said:
Haha, terrific episode.

Is it just me or does the soundtrack just sound too death note-y. I know this is Mad House with Hirano's amazing conducting skills, but all I see when I hear it is Kira laughing like a maniac. Probably shouldn't let it bother me.

In any case, to be honest they handled this part of the series a whole lot better than 1999 version (which I enjoyed very much). Anyone interested in going back and watching that episode just for comparison's sake, it's episode 53. Like I was saying, everything was a lot more epic than the original series. In my opinion, the direction is way better. Just seeing Uvo chew that guys head off in a split second, that's what catches you off guard and you're like "OMFG!!" It was slower and not as impressive in the original and it gave it a kind of dull impression, but it depends on a director's perception.

And the voice acting. Don't know if anyone noticed Blackbeard from One Piece as Uvogin. Or fucking Miyano Mamoru (Yagami Light) as Chrollo. Epic win on both parts.

Anyways. Loving this arc right now, which is awesome because I know the next arc is going to be fucking Masterly!!

Des said:
Damn those Shadow Beasts was weak.
All that hype for just that :P

noonealive said:


They weren't weak. They had the advantage when Uvo was tranquilized. They got cocky and underestimated the situation. =[]

x5exotic said:

He was cocky too so if everyone was serious, they still wouldn't have had an upper hand :P

Veradux said:


Worm was also alive in the manga. If you look closely at the corresponding panel, you can actually see that he's calling someone.

RedLikeMyRage said:
I had my reservations about this remake at first, but damn its getting so much better. If they keep going as they are with the York arc, minimal censorship, its going to surpass the old anime in my opinion. I just sincerely hope they don't drop it after Greed Island and keep going till the current hiatus on the manga.

This is one of the few remakes that is actually very very good, I thought it would turn out to be another FMA: Brotherhood. Which was superficially better but lacked proper character development, mood and setting. Great job Madhouse this is how remakes should be made.


5/5 Uvogin face bite was as epic as ever.

Edit: Props to Madhouse for getting "Blackbeard's " (One Piece) voice actor to play Uvogin. I love that guy's voice acting he's one of the best.

RedLikeMyRage said:
Edit: Props to Madhouse for getting "Blackbeard's " (One Piece) voice actor to play Uvogin. I love that guy's voice acting he's one of the best.

noonealive said:
Well theres no doubt the this remake is gonna go passed GI...The ratings have been steadily going back up since the olympics. It was top ten in the previous episode...It should only go higher from here on out...=[]

Candor said:
I did a little comparison between both Uvo's new and old VA, they're seriously incomparable, well for me at least, Chrollo's VA (Mamoru) is also better than the old one. Here's the Ryodan's first gathering in the 2 versions (notice Uvo's and Chrollo's VAs' performance at the same point in both versions):

1999: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r0lQae9gBjc&feature=player_detailpage#t=520s

2011: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iZF_KWuy1n0&feature=player_detailpage#t=371s [/quote end]

I did the same thing the moment that episode came out and I came to the same conclusion. Shoot, when compared side to side, I think the 2011 version handled Uvo's anticipation MUCH more easily then the 1999 version did. Uvo's new VA definitely has a better feel for the character and has an easier time making his voice sound more beast-like.

When I was watching the 1999 version for the first time, I distinctly remember having to rewind certain parts because I was unsure of whether Chrollo or Uvo was speaking O_o Watching this scene more recently made me realize that Uvo's old VA wasn't able to control his voice well-enough to produce a gruff sound consistently.

Anyway, can't wait for the episodes to come, especially since the production values seem to be placed on a higher bar lately x)

Candor said:
I did a little comparison between both Uvo's new and old VA, they're seriously incomparable, well for me at least, Chrollo's VA (Mamoru) is also better than the old one.

lilpudntatr said:
The part of the series I hate the most is coming up

meshimoon said:
^ I didn't think it was too obnoxious.

nanny96 said:
For those who think that the 2011 version of HxH is too childish,not violent and censored...just watch this episode! Good job,Madhouse!