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| Damn. Knov broke down. This is the part I hate the most in the Chimera arc... since predicting with this episode, he has done his part and doesn't have any use anymore. |
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| OMG, Knov's reaction shocked me so much. But that makes it even better. Props to the Voice Actor, he nailed it. I loved Morel's words at the end. He's cool. 5/5 From the preview I see Killua returns. finally :D |
Albi-kunNov 26, 2013 8:35 PM
| Really, I loved Knov this episode, finally we see a more human (weak) side of him, and that scene .. Oh god, I couldn't breath during it. Also, that pervert guy ehehe Who wouldn't create his own harem in that situation? I wonder what Palm will do. edungeon said: Knov's VA did an awesome job here. Kudos to him ^ |
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| I was never the biggest fan of Knov but I give the dude credit. His role is very valuable even though he's choosing to cop out. He did his part, he set the stage for them to have an entry and exit for their plans of storming the castle so his part is done. Now he can retire and let the others handle business when time comes. Was he supposed to take part in the fight? Yes, him and Morel were supposed to team up to fight Shaiapouf, but he also had the hardest job of all in infiltrating before hand and setting the foundation for their plan up. Knov also admitted beforehand in conversations with Morel that he's not the strongest fighter but was trusted by the chairman to carry out this mission and without him, it would be impossible. So we know Knov isn't the strongest Hunter, no one ever said he was. So coming into direct contact with a very sinister and overwhelming aura while in Zetsu is a situation where I don't blame the guy for having his will to fight broken. Who knows, maybe if any of the others had the same job as Knov the result would've been the same. Who's to say Morel would've been able to keep his composure had he faced the same circumstances? My main gripe with Knov's actions in this episode (and in this part of the manga) is that his integrity for me is completely destroyed and makes him a very unlikable character for me. His integrity is not destroyed because he backs out of fighting, it's because of what he said all the way back during NGL. When Killua first met Knov and Morel after running from Neferpitou, Knov and Morel both scolded Killua for turning away from a fight based on the opponent's aura and told him that in a Nen fight, nothing is certain. Yet, here Knov has faced the same circumstances that Killua had at the time and decides to back out. He is a hypocrite and for that, I cannot appreciate the major role he has played here. I understand that after experiencing it for himself first hand, he clearly has an idea for the horror Gon and Killua faced and tries to console for it by stating that he doesn't understand why they fight having faced a similar aura, but he can't make up for his hypocritical words towards Killua back in NGL. With all that said, I commend Knov's VA for not only portraying him perfectly throughout the arc and making him a much more likable character here than in the manga, but also for his brilliant performance in this episode. |
| Knov had a huge dramatic shift in character after he saw Pitou's aura. I wonder how he's supposed to fight them now. And it seems like Killua is coming back next episode! |
fearthebeard85 said: To some of his credit, he was also being realistic by not moving forward and getting caught & killed, which would disperse the exits.I was never the biggest fan of Knov but I give the dude credit. His role is very valuable even though he's choosing to cop out. He did his part, he set the stage for them to have an entry and exit for their plans of storming the castle so his part is done. Now he can retire and let the others handle business when time comes. Was he supposed to take part in the fight? Yes, him and Morel were supposed to team up to fight Shaiapouf, but he also had the hardest job of all in infiltrating before hand and setting the foundation for their plan up. Knov also admitted beforehand in conversations with Morel that he's not the strongest fighter but was trusted by the chairman to carry out this mission and without him, it would be impossible. So we know Knov isn't the strongest Hunter, no one ever said he was. So coming into direct contact with a very sinister and overwhelming aura while in Zetsu is a situation where I don't blame the guy for having his will to fight broken. Who knows, maybe if any of the others had the same job as Knov the result would've been the same. Who's to say Morel would've been able to keep his composure had he faced the same circumstances? My main gripe with Knov's actions in this episode (and in this part of the manga) is that his integrity for me is completely destroyed and makes him a very unlikable character for me. His integrity is not destroyed because he backs out of fighting, it's because of what he said all the way back during NGL. When Killua first met Knov and Morel after running from Neferpitou, Knov and Morel both scolded Killua for turning away from a fight based on the opponent's aura and told him that in a Nen fight, nothing is certain. Yet, here Knov has faced the same circumstances that Killua had at the time and decides to back out. He is a hypocrite and for that, I cannot appreciate the major role he has played here. I understand that after experiencing it for himself first hand, he clearly has an idea for the horror Gon and Killua faced and tries to console for it by stating that he doesn't understand why they fight having faced a similar aura, but he can't make up for his hypocritical words towards Killua back in NGL. With all that said, I commend Knov's VA for not only portraying him perfectly throughout the arc and making him a much more likable character here than in the manga, but also for his brilliant performance in this episode. |
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Ando- said: Knov had a huge dramatic shift in character after he saw Pitou's aura. I wonder how he's supposed to fight them now. And it seems like Killua is coming back next episode! It was Pouf's aura, not Pitou's. Remember last episode where Pitou said using Doctor Blythe requires her to use all of her aura so she couldn't use En and Pouf said he'd take up the responsibility for the time being even though his En wasn't as large. Had it been Pitou's En Knov would've never even made it inside the castle, let alone escape. I don't know why the anime did such a horrendous job conveying this but they did. |
GalekC said: ]To some of his credit, he was also being realistic by not moving forward and getting caught & killed, which would disperse the exits. Oh I don't disagree. He plays such an important role here and succeeds in doing so, even if he wasn't able to place as many exists as he wanted. I'm just saying while his decision to back out of taking place in the castle storming later on is justified (remember he states he cannot go back to that place again), it makes him a hypocrite for scolding Killua back in NGL for doing the same and it kinda destroys his integrity. |
| I agree that Knov's seiyuu/voice actor did a really great job! Knov's scene was sooo intense, I swear everytime he stopped behind a wall I was just like " NOOOOO, THE FREAKY CAT WOMAN IS GONNA STAB BEHIND YOU!!!" Veryy good episode(: |
| Knov had a nervous breakdown when he came across one of the Royal Guards aura. His scream ability is pretty cool. Yeah we get to see Killiuia in the next episode and Morel vs Leol. |
"I’ve set myself to become the King of the Pirates…and if I die trying…then at least I tried!" Monkey D. Luffy (One Piece) |
| I love how the director of this is changing it up a bit and adding filler that actually improved the story. In the manga, Morel and Leol met up out of the blue and another thing with Palm felt that it happened very suddenly as well. Props to him, doing such a great job on this Preview looks great, Morel vs Leol. Been waiting for this to get animated for ages ;_; I knew it, I was hoping that they would go this route and they did. Bravo Hiroshi Koujina, bravo. |
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| They portrayed Knov's fear perfectly. If the ant's aura was so fierce that it made a pro hunter huge his knees, you know Gon's thirst for revenge is insane |
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fearthebeard85 said: GalekC said: ]To some of his credit, he was also being realistic by not moving forward and getting caught & killed, which would disperse the exits. Oh I don't disagree. He plays such an important role here and succeeds in doing so, even if he wasn't able to place as many exists as he wanted. I'm just saying while his decision to back out of taking place in the castle storming later on is justified (remember he states he cannot go back to that place again), it makes him a hypocrite for scolding Killua back in NGL for doing the same and it kinda destroys his integrity. True but alot of humans are quick to judge others, he never thought that he could be in a similar situation as Killua. He is a hypocrite for what he has done and that makes him more human. Dat Togashi even developed minor characters like Knov. |
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Azurewrath said: SaSa777 said: That was just Shaiapouf's enxDkitosama said: AzurePisces said: he was in zetsu state.Damn.. just aura is enough to break his will.. poor him Yeah he was in a zetsu probably but at the same time he wasn't in Pouf's EN just near it. It shows what kind of aura monsters the royal guards really are. For the longest time I thought that was Pitou's En, god damn. I wonder how Knov would fare against the others Cresherhsm said: Flume said: I knew it, I was hoping that they would go this route and they did. Bravo Hiroshi Koujina, bravo. What's up with the pic? o.o It may help if you read the manga ^^ But even if you have I think most still won't understand it |
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fearthebeard85 said: I was never the biggest fan of Knov but I give the dude credit. His role is very valuable even though he's choosing to cop out. He did his part, he set the stage for them to have an entry and exit for their plans of storming the castle so his part is done. Now he can retire and let the others handle business when time comes. Was he supposed to take part in the fight? Yes, him and Morel were supposed to team up to fight Shaiapouf, but he also had the hardest job of all in infiltrating before hand and setting the foundation for their plan up. Knov also admitted beforehand in conversations with Morel that he's not the strongest fighter but was trusted by the chairman to carry out this mission and without him, it would be impossible. So we know Knov isn't the strongest Hunter, no one ever said he was. So coming into direct contact with a very sinister and overwhelming aura while in Zetsu is a situation where I don't blame the guy for having his will to fight broken. Who knows, maybe if any of the others had the same job as Knov the result would've been the same. Who's to say Morel would've been able to keep his composure had he faced the same circumstances? My main gripe with Knov's actions in this episode (and in this part of the manga) is that his integrity for me is completely destroyed and makes him a very unlikable character for me. His integrity is not destroyed because he backs out of fighting, it's because of what he said all the way back during NGL. When Killua first met Knov and Morel after running from Neferpitou, Knov and Morel both scolded Killua for turning away from a fight based on the opponent's aura and told him that in a Nen fight, nothing is certain. Yet, here Knov has faced the same circumstances that Killua had at the time and decides to back out. He is a hypocrite and for that, I cannot appreciate the major role he has played here. I understand that after experiencing it for himself first hand, he clearly has an idea for the horror Gon and Killua faced and tries to console for it by stating that he doesn't understand why they fight having faced a similar aura, but he can't make up for his hypocritical words towards Killua back in NGL. With all that said, I commend Knov's VA for not only portraying him perfectly throughout the arc and making him a much more likable character here than in the manga, but also for his brilliant performance in this episode. What do u mean Knov is not the strongest hunter? His ability makes him one of the more vertisable characters in the whole series..even more than hisoka. Appeareing out of the blue and taking ur head any time he wants... In my opinion he is one of the best out there |
Aaronide_gerNov 27, 2013 1:05 AM
| to slow for me! that was like a 1 chapter episode WEW!@!@! and that shoes!!!! OMGG |
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Aaronide_ger said: What do u mean Knov is not the strongest hunter? His ability makes him one of the more vertisable characters in the whole series..even more than hisoka. Appeareing out of the blue and taking ur head any time he wants... In my opinion he is one of the best out there His problem is speed. Of course, being an excellent nen-user, he's already quite fast. However, given that his affinity is conjuration and not enhancement, his physical capabilities are limited. Most of the time he'd probably be considered quite a powerful nen-user, no doubt. But compared to the royal guards and the King's power, the high power of "scream" means nothing when you can't connect it to your target. In a straight-on assault, he'd likely be killed before the target would have to worry about dodging. I also don't think portals would give him much a chance for a surprise-attack either, as he's still quite vulnerable upon exiting, and does nothing to conceal his aura once he begins leaving them. Of course, the real conundrum (minor manga spoilers): |
| Knov's VA did an amazing job, he sounded like he was breaking down too lol. I've not read the manga (i intend to once the anime finishes) but i had a theory that the Gungi master was actually Killua in disguise (they look almost the same!), but that little clip of him and Gon ruined that haha. Can't wait for next weeks episode now, i want to see the next fight! |
xieghart said: Does it really matter though? All the 3 Royal Guards are strong. The fearsome aura that broke down Knov can come from either of them and it doesn't matter. In this case, it's Pouf because Pitou was already said to be healing the King and cannot use her En at the moment, RIGHT at the beginning of chapter. Is it horrendous job? I don't know. You're missing the whole point of my response.... My response was to the fact that the user commented saying it was Pitou's En and I corrected them because it was Pouf's En. In saying that the anime did a horrendous job conveying this, I was referring to the fact that it was clearly stated in the episode before that Pouf would be taking up the En duties but for some reason in this episode, they made it out like Knov had come in contact with Pitou's through added in imagery of her in the background. My last point about had it been Pitou's En that you're disputing is more of the focus that her En encompasses a much larger area than Pouf's so therefore, had it been her aura he never would've made it inside. It doesn't matter who's aura he came into contact with however, his reaction would've been the same regardless and I never said otherwise. |
Aaronide_ger said: What do u mean Knov is not the strongest hunter? His ability makes him one of the more vertisable characters in the whole series..even more than hisoka. Appeareing out of the blue and taking ur head any time he wants... In my opinion he is one of the best out there I'm not saying he isn't strong (especially since in this series strength is the application of the ability more so than about physical strength). The point is, he isn't the strongest among the group they have selected for the mission. He's experienced and someone the Chairman trusts which is why he was chosen. Not only this, but his ability is perfect for the mission at hand. This is really hard to explain without manga spoilers but it clears that Knov's role in this mission was not primarily based on combat the way some of the others were. He had confrontations with ants who were getting in his way, but for the most part he was never actually out on the front lines the way the others were like when Morel and Knuckle voluntarily took on Cheetu. He's clearly very skilled and experienced, otherwise Netero would've never chosen him. But in terms of combat ability, Knov is never once showed to be of top class. Togashi made his role more of a recon expert and setting up entry and escape for the upcoming mission. This isn't to say he isn't a capable fighter or weak by any means, it's just to say that his importance to the mission was always for recon and setting entry and exit points for the upcoming infiltration. We know he is skilled and capable and most likely a top class Hunter, but that doesn't mean his expertise lie in combat the way some other Hunter's do. |
fearthebeard85Nov 27, 2013 2:16 AM
Dangerr said: Aaronide_ger said: What do u mean Knov is not the strongest hunter? His ability makes him one of the more vertisable characters in the whole series..even more than hisoka. Appeareing out of the blue and taking ur head any time he wants... In my opinion he is one of the best out there His problem is speed. Of course, being an excellent nen-user, he's already quite fast. However, given that his affinity is conjuration and not enhancement, his physical capabilities are limited. Most of the time he'd probably be considered quite a powerful nen-user, no doubt. But compared to the royal guards and the King's power, the high power of "scream" means nothing when you can't connect it to your target. In a straight-on assault, he'd likely be killed before the target would have to worry about dodging. I also don't think portals would give him much a chance for a surprise-attack either, as he's still quite vulnerable upon exiting, and does nothing to conceal his aura once he begins leaving them. Of course, the real conundrum (minor manga spoilers): His Problem is Speed? How do you know that? Kite who was also a conjurer had GREAT speed,way better than Killua and Gon. Just because someone is enchancer it doesnt mean he has more speed. And about the "No time to dodge thing" I think you are wrong there,if Knov activates scream all he needs to do is wait for the opponent to come to him then close the portal..its pretty simple,Both his offense and defense are great combined with his experience im sure he could execute it perfectly. @fearthebeard85 "he isn't the strongest among the group they have selected for the mission" Well if he isnt was he selected only for his ability?Then why didnt they get Knov and another "Morel-level" Hunter along?Because of the risk giving the opponent more dead bodies? I believe no,because if that was his only role they could have gotten one more hunter along. He is exceptionally strong,at least from what I have seen so far,I could be wrong here but that is how I see it till now |
| Seeing Knov break down like that was really mind blowing, and to think that was only from Neferpitou. I can't even imagine what kinda of aura the King has to top that. And after seeing what Nef did to Kite, I bet that added to the malice behind it all. |
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| If that dark aura is truly pouf's en, wouldn't Komugi be affected by it too? While she can subconciously use nen, I doubt that she can use ten. |
| Holy shit, Knov's breakdown made me even more terrified of the Royal Guard; best antagonists I have seen. I love how much more in-depth HxH is compared to most shonen. But there's something on my mind; how is Hisoka going to feel if he finds out about the King? Dear god, I can see the shiny erections and orgasms already. |
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Ratohnhaketon said: Seeing Knov break down like that was really mind blowing, and to think that was only from Neferpitou. I can't even imagine what kinda of aura the King has to top that. And after seeing what Nef did to Kite, I bet that added to the malice behind it all. http://img849.imageshack.us/img849/8080/ed9m.png It was Pouf's Info straight from hunterpedia |
| some people threw jokes on knov.. "he's pussy.. he's a bitch ass character.." they forget that he did his part.. and how much the royal guard's aura is above any human or hunter! amazing job madhouse and also Knov's VA like everyone said.. loved the episode 5/5 |
| This episode actually build the character of Kite even more. Knov and Kite could be compared as being at the same level as pro hunters but Kite despite of even feeling that aura and losing his arm afterwards tried to stay calm,gathered all his courage and fought well. You can only respect Kite more after seeing the contradiction here not that Knov isn't courageous cause despite his fear he still accomplished his mission. |
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soundscape said: This episode actually build the character of Kite even more. Knov and Kite could be compared as being at the same level as pro hunters but Kite despite of even feeling that aura and losing his arm afterwards tried to stay calm,gathered all his courage and fought well. You can only respect Kite more after seeing the contradiction here not that Knov isn't courageous cause despite his fear he still accomplished his mission. I'm sure Kite would have ran if Gon and Killua weren't there. |
SergioSource said: fearthebeard85 said: I don't know why the anime did such a horrendous job conveying this but they did. I don't see how, I mean, a whole scene in the last episode was dedicated to exposing that Neferpitou can't use En while healing, and that Shauapouf would in her place. I think some people might be confused because they showed images of Pitou when Knov was talking about the aura. Maybe they could have shortly shown Pouf exerting his en or something just before Knov noticed it for the first time. |
| it is one of the BEST!!! EPS XD KNOV he is the best i was so so sad when KNOV break down T___T one of the best character when he was sneaking my heart was like boom boom booooooom when that ant come i almost have heart attack from now and on i m knov fan shit he is awesome <3 (3 |
| Wow that breakdown Knov had. Definitely bringing in some serious emotions this week. |
| After taking a break from this series because I got sooo bored I am back and boy I´m so glad that I am! Since this gungi playing girl joined the show in 103 this show has been extremely good. Now my love for hxh is back and I know why I liked it in the first place. We don´t need a million fodder fights. The tension I felt when knov was getting into the castle was a million times better than just a stupid fight. This is how a fighting shounen should be. An interesting plot instead of a million pointless and boring fights. I also like that the focus finally shifted away from gon and killua and we get to see the other chars shine. Knov´s breakdown in this episode was just amazing. I just hope the show now keeps being that strong... |
Azurewrath said: SaSa777 said: That was just Shaiapouf's enxDkitosama said: AzurePisces said: he was in zetsu state.Damn.. just aura is enough to break his will.. poor him Yeah he was in a zetsu probably but at the same time he wasn't in Pouf's EN just near it. It shows what kind of aura monsters the royal guards really are. Yeah, and it was powered down too. Imagine what Pouf's full En would feel like. ... Also what's with the Azure names guys... |
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| That was a great episode and this series is fantastic. Having said that, Knov is a puss. |
| Wait, this means no more Knov in this arc? B-but I thought it was just a state of temporary panic . ;_; |
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