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Jul 30, 2013 6:12 PM

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Killua's mother is a quack, her voice is gentle yet sounds very desperate/on the verge of insanity. I really like how fast paced this series is compared to other longer running battle shounens, they got the training done without spending 4 episodes emphasizing the power of nakama and believing in yourself. Good to see Gon's arm is healed up and looks like it really did get stronger since he was able to destroy that stone post with it.
Dec 31, 2013 8:11 PM

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Its getting annoying now how Gon handles things.... letting them beat the shit out of him until they grow tired of all the BS..

I doubt Killua said that.
Jan 22, 2014 7:25 PM
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The door opening training was a bit anticlimatic, but I wanted that to be over with quickly, which it did.

I expected Canary to be taken out if she was going to let intruders in but hopefully she's not dead.
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Mar 5, 2014 7:32 PM

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Nooooo!! That butler in training was so cute! =(

This seems like too heavy a first task for them. Given the power of that assassin family Gon and co. should get their asses handed to them (unless over half of them are away or something).

So, Gon took the Gandhi route this time eh? Lol
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Mar 28, 2014 6:34 PM
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So Gon practically did the same thing he did during his fight against that ninja guy Hanzo. I wish he had some hidden power or something xd but I guess it will be a slow growth for him? (compared to most shounen I've seen) He's more onto the emotional side of things - I will or won't do this because of my own desires kind of thing(while respecting other people too..)

My sweet Killua is suffering! WAHHHHHHHH :( I'm gonna cry ;( When they showed the shadows of the family members he was holding the hand of an younger sibling I'm guessing, probably a sister, I want to see their relationship :) Anyway, the mom's voice seems too emotional imo.. Also I think she's lying by delivering that message and that Gon will see through it :] onto the next ep! GO GON ! :)
Apr 28, 2014 12:09 PM

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so Master Roshi training an Gon doing the exact same shit he did to win against the bald ninja
once again im glad they didnt waste more time fighting that lame butler... wonder when something interesting will happen, its been 20 episodes
Apr 28, 2014 12:16 PM

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silversaint said:
so Master Roshi training an Gon doing the exact same shit he did to win against the bald ninja
once again im glad they didnt waste more time fighting that lame butler... wonder when something interesting will happen, its been 20 episodes


I will put in spoiler tag incase you don't want to know. No major spoilers just general outline of the story.

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May 10, 2014 11:07 PM

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Kind of a slow paced episode, i noticed they extended some of the training regimes and they omitted the part where Leoro opens the door after training for 2 weeks. I am actually happy they did, it didn't really fall into the right context of time in the series. Cause it would indicate that they been training for 2 weeks, almost a month and how can that be when killua has been in the mansion locked up and all the other recent events that been transpiring. I was always confused they did that in the manga.

Gon is just relentless, like a 12 year old boy should be i guess. I will do WHAT I WANT and there is not a damn thing you can do bout it. But honestly he really needs to prove his observational skills, some of these situations could get him killed because of him being ignorant and arrogant.
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May 14, 2014 1:49 PM

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Servant-chan. Your character design was my favorite and shall be missed 10/10 times. </3

Killua's family is ever so eccentric. Bwa ha.
Jun 20, 2014 5:50 PM

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So they finally open the gate.

I think it's become obvious how badly Gon doesn't want to fight, but I'm not sure if his strategy is the best. He could get himself into a really bad situation like that. This isn't the Hunter Exam. He could genuinely die if he doesn't watch himself. Still, it was a bit heartbreaking to see the servant killed the second he won her over.

I wonder how they'll get past the mom and sister. I don't think there's any chance of them getting by them through force, even if Gon was willing to use force.

Looking forward to the next episode.
Jun 20, 2014 7:18 PM

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TripleSRank said:
I think it's become obvious how badly Gon doesn't want to fight, but I'm not sure if his strategy is the best. He could get himself into a really bad situation like that.
Bad situation? I'm certain this was already bad enough...



I can't imagine having to be whacked in the face until thiss occurs.
Jun 20, 2014 7:32 PM

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GalekC said:
TripleSRank said:
I think it's become obvious how badly Gon doesn't want to fight, but I'm not sure if his strategy is the best. He could get himself into a really bad situation like that.
Bad situation? I'm certain this was already bad enough...



I can't imagine having to be whacked in the face until thiss occurs.


True. That's already gruesome. I was just emphasizing that he could get himself killed by doing that sort of thing.
Jun 20, 2014 7:39 PM

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TripleSRank said:
True. That's already gruesome. I was just emphasizing that he could get himself killed by doing that sort of thing.
I understand, but I think he'd be better off dying from any other encounter within the Zoldyck Estate.

I know I'd prefer just as much - anything possibly quicker than THAT, at least! (Despite Canary being a favorite of mine.)
Jun 25, 2014 4:01 PM

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Gon really takes the abuse.
Shocking headshot.
But I can always tell before the lines are interrupted-
Jul 6, 2014 11:03 AM

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Gon has great character arc, despite being a shonen mainie. He's not overly strong either, which makes him relatable.
But that face tho.
I like that music they play when he gets hit.
Jul 6, 2014 11:06 AM

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insan3Spectre said:
Why the fuck are all these people arguing about a stupid ass door? Who gives a fuck? That's so stupid I don't even know what to think. That said, I think the first anime did the Canary scene slightly better.


Link to first scene?
Jul 6, 2014 11:18 AM

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Here you go: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tfp1Bmm6hbU

And, man, why was I so angry back then?
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Jul 6, 2014 1:23 PM

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Insane is pissed off woah
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Jul 11, 2014 4:16 PM
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That family is like batshit insane o_o Milluki hits Killua for yelling at their mother, and then the mother yells at Milluki to shut up lol. Well it's to be expected from a family of assassins...

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Here you go: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tfp1Bmm6hbU

Wooah, I actually like that one better. I really liked the flashback with Canary and Killua, as well as the bgm played in the whole scene with Canary. I haven't watched the 1999 version, but I also kind of like Takeuchi Junko's voice more as Gon too.
Jul 11, 2014 4:21 PM

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tingy said:
That family is like batshit insane o_o Milluki hits Killua for yelling at their mother, and then the mother yells at Milluki to shut up lol. Well it's to be expected from a family of assassins...

insan3Spectre said:
Here you go: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tfp1Bmm6hbU

Wooah, I actually like that one better. I really liked the flashback with Canary and Killua, as well as the bgm played in the whole scene with Canary. I haven't watched the 1999 version, but I also kind of like Takeuchi Junko's voice more as Gon too.


Samw here. I watched it last night, the animation, atmosphere, slower pace and music were perfect. Even small moments had fluid animation.
I'll definitely give it a go after this one.
Seems even better tbh.
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Jul 11, 2014 4:28 PM

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Yeah, I certainly have my issues with the '99 series but they executed that scene really well. It's probably because I have gotten into the late material of this '2011 series, but I much much prefer Han Megumi as Gon.
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Jul 11, 2014 4:35 PM

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I think the voice acting for all the characters was overall a bit flatter in the 99's version, so I guess this explains that. And you're also probably biased because of Megumi's performance the later episodes hehe.
I should really get around finishing the 99 version, tho. That scene you linked was executed significantly better than in 2011.
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Jul 11, 2014 4:40 PM

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Majority of veteran fans not affected by "counter feedback" say 99 adapted most things much more gracefully and was overall better. If it's anything like that link always, then it's right imo.
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Jul 11, 2014 5:27 PM

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I already stated my love for the 99 version. There are many things it did better imo like that scene, of course there are things it did worse but I prefer the 99 version till GI arc.
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Dec 18, 2014 6:02 PM

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Is Gon Araragi? Using the powerful tactic : ''I'll get beaten until the other party get bored''. It can be a useful tactic from time to time.

Poor girl, she never saw that gunshot coming... It look like we'll even get flashback next episode. Y U DO DIS MADHOUSE?

How can they even follow that training. That was madness, beyond human strength. Well, I say that like if the show was supposed to be realistic... x)

I was wondering if all the family was like Illumi, but it isn't the case. The fatty must the rejected child :)
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Mar 4, 2015 9:56 AM

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Just because shes black...
Mar 17, 2015 2:09 AM

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well done gon, just beat your head against the problem until it solves itself.
Mar 19, 2015 9:29 PM

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Some intense rock lee training. When Gon removed his arm bandages, I just had the image of seeing Gon's arm bend backwards as he pushed the door.

Great another Gon getting beat up montage.

Jul 21, 2015 12:50 AM

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The thing about the gate in the manga sounds interesting. Pretty cool that Leorio is the strongest of the three in terms of raw strength.
Sep 2, 2015 11:04 AM

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Ratohnhaketon said:
Killua's mother is a quack, her voice is gentle yet sounds very desperate/on the verge of insanity. I really like how fast paced this series is compared to other longer running battle shounens, they got the training done without spending 4 episodes emphasizing the power of nakama and believing in yourself.


that's what i hated about one piece. they kept up with that stupid nico arc for so long (so, so, so, SO long) that i quit looking at it with my brotherat the times i could. it took me a long time to get back into it.
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great ep, but how did gon get so beat up? i've forgotten...:/

oh how i love canary! i wonder if killua likes you the most out of all servants, or is it one-sided?
Oct 19, 2015 5:45 AM

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Oh, Gon...
Dec 12, 2015 8:38 AM

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Damn, I really wanted to believe the father hadn't an ulterior motive. It's a good thing that killua has affection for the gang, at least. I don't think they will ever betray him... Maybe when he starts killing people ruthlessly. Oh shit.



Jan 7, 2016 2:34 AM

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things getting interesting
Jun 14, 2016 5:45 AM

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This pacing is kinda fast.
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Aug 9, 2016 6:39 PM

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Damn. Killua should not have gone home.
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Oct 8, 2016 2:26 PM

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So...do the condoms weigh the same as well? :D

Did Killer's mom look like that before he attacked her?

DAT KIMONO!

Gon gonna Gon.

I knew once I saw that servant she was going to die(or close to it). :D
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Oct 23, 2016 12:45 AM

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Killua's father ;-;
Nov 25, 2017 12:23 AM

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With all these minor changes, I feel like this falls a bit short compared to the original ;/ Like what ppl have already stated, Leorio needs his early spotlight of opening the gate. Esp since he's one of the few hunters that weren't necessarily qualified to be a hunter given his lack of skills in the 4th phase. Don't get me wrong, I like that Leorio passed and is a hunter, but I'm just saying. That's why it'd be nice for him to prove himself by being all badass opening up to the 2nd gate on his own. Merp :3
Dec 14, 2017 2:52 PM
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The training montage was definitely interesting. However, the part when Gon repeatedly cross the line which that servant. Those scenes are RUSHED. It felt like the pacing for the second half of the episode was unnatural.

On the bright side, the first half is great!
Jan 15, 2018 6:29 AM

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Really glad that butler got thwacked. Getting sick of people clearly superior to Gon letting him win. Someone needs to show this kid that the world doesn't let you skate by just because you have a strong heart and a gleam in your eye, and hopefully this death signifies that.
Aug 13, 2018 11:44 PM

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Damn the apprentice got killed…that was truly sad I was not expecting that.. I like how it becoming more and more darker
Sep 26, 2018 5:46 PM

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Killua's mom's a fucking cunt. I thought I was mad at the rejected Boondocks character apprentice girl, but she turned out to not be so cold.

Gon? It's absolutely okay to hit a woman. LET'S DO THIS
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Oct 1, 2018 2:38 PM
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I'm tired of seeing Gon get the crap beat of him and "winning" the hearts of people to make them give up...that is the complete opposite of cool. How is that a strategy? lol
This is what happens when the MC is a child though
Oct 1, 2018 2:39 PM
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Really glad that butler got thwacked. Getting sick of people clearly superior to Gon letting him win. Someone needs to show this kid that the world doesn't let you skate by just because you have a strong heart and a gleam in your eye, and hopefully this death signifies that.


Exactly how I feel.
Oct 6, 2018 8:18 AM

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animeguy17 said:
Talcon said:
Really glad that butler got thwacked. Getting sick of people clearly superior to Gon letting him win. Someone needs to show this kid that the world doesn't let you skate by just because you have a strong heart and a gleam in your eye, and hopefully this death signifies that.


Exactly how I feel.


Around episode 30 or so the show gets much much better. And Gon definitely learns some hard life lessons in later arcs. Really glad I stuck with this show.
Dec 24, 2018 5:24 PM

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Yea the progress or at least the pacing seems a whole lot faster than in the original. It might just appear so though as I don't remember exactly how much episodes it took to get to this point, but it did feel a whole lot longer there!
Jun 25, 2019 2:50 PM

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Man, Gon's such an extreme masochist... What a perv!
Oct 3, 2019 1:35 AM

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Leorio and Kurapika's dedication towards opening the Gate of Trial without Gon's help for his own sake was inspiring but the moment he finally chimed in was what finally opened the doors to the Zoldyck Estate.

Gon's "fighting" style of getting so beaten up that you'd feel bad about it is definitely a very effective tactic. Even though he got so damaged, his will stayed strong because of the purity of his intentions and made the likes of that apprentice and even me tear up. It's too bad that Mama Zoldyck killed her like that so suddenly since she was shown to be a really kind person.








Oct 6, 2019 11:14 AM

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Lel it's kinda funny how so far Gon's only way to win fights is to get beaten so bad his opponent concedes.
Dec 1, 2019 10:32 PM
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I did not consider torture a way for disciplining a family member, it seems these assassins do leave to their name. I liked the apprentice servant, I hope she's not out of action.
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