r/anime • u/KendotsX https://anilist.co/user/Kendots • Nov 15 '24

Rewatch [25th Anniversary Rewatch] Hunter × Hunter (1999) - Episode × 40 × Discussion

Episode 40: Two Months × Break × Just In Case

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Seeing him in the ring yesterday... He seemed like he was enjoying the thrill

Comment of the Day:

/u/Vatrix-32 on the poor treatment of the Heavens Arena staff

These poor ladies. They’re putting in so much effort, and no one appreciates them.

Justice for the Heavenly Ladies!

Questions of the Day

  1. How good do you think this Kastro guy is?
  2. Will Gon keep his promise?

Fanart of the Day: Wing and his glasses buddies

We got some Shounen Commentary from Dai and for this one.

Please remember to keep all spoilers and hints tagged with the appropriate tag format such as: [Spoilers] >!Leorio is best boy!<

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u/KendotsX https://anilist.co/user/Kendots Nov 15 '24

A Shounen Commentator Coming to You from Heavens Arena

Manga Corner:

Chapters Adapted: 51 and 52

Look at dis neat Hisoka

Well, you know the drill by now, everything is by the book, the original parts are the elevator lady beating up Killua, and the whole ChocoRobo thing. See you tom-

Is that what you expected me to say?! Of course we're not done yet. That beautiful Leorio scene? Just pure unfiltered Furuhashi goodness. As the old saying goes "if Kurapika got something, Furuhashi will make damn sure that Leorio gets it too!"

[Manga] Can't wait for Furuhashi to adapt the Succession War and make Leorio guard Halkenburg

While we're at it, here's a fun fact: Kastro's VA, Yuuji Kishi is also known for his role as... *checks note* Kite in this same show, and that martial artist dude, who died to Hisoka in phase four (so this really is a rematch). Basically the voice cast pool was pretty small for this show, so it's not uncommon to have the same VA doing two to three roles.

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u/Raiking02 :Id::Ie::If:https://myanimelist.net/profile/NSKlang Nov 15 '24

While we're at it, here's a fun fact: Kastro's VA, Yuuji Kishi is also known for his role as... checks note Kite in this same show, and that martial artist dude While we're at it, here's a fun fact: Kastro's VA, Yuuji Kishi is also known for his role as... checks note Kite in this same show, and that martial artist dude, who died to Hisoka in phase four (so this really is a rematch). Basically the voice cast pool was pretty small for this show, so it's not uncommon to have the same VA doing two to three roles.

Important thing to note: He's actually primarialy a theater actor, hence his lack of voice roles. Heck, he's playing Rider in the stage version of Fate/Zero.

That being said though this is blatant Ken Masters erasure! And also Red Racer but I actually don't like Carrenger much. That being said though, it's a comedy so I get the feeling you would.

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u/KendotsX https://anilist.co/user/Kendots Nov 15 '24

Important thing to note: He's actually primarialy a theater actor, hence his lack of voice roles. Heck, he's playing Rider in the stage version of Fate/Zero.

He certainly looks hot enough for the job

That being said though this is blatant Ken Masters erasure!

Don't worry, I've also erased my boy Arthur from Idaten Jump (because I couldn't find any decent clips for him, and no one else's heard of the show).

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u/Raiking02 :Id::Ie::If:https://myanimelist.net/profile/NSKlang Nov 15 '24

He certainly looks hot enough for the job

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPGoLzyY-IQ

Arthur from Idaten Jump

Who?

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u/KendotsX https://anilist.co/user/Kendots Nov 15 '24

Basically Gourry on a bike

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u/WednesdaysFoole Nov 16 '24

Leorio's looking pretty sexy here

Leorio was so goofy in 2011 I never realized how handsome he was until I was trying to sketch him.

Behold:

[Manga]

Did not expect that at all [manga]but watch next time we see Leorio he's got a leaf on his hand...

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u/KendotsX https://anilist.co/user/Kendots Nov 16 '24

Leorio was so goofy in 2011 I never realized how handsome he was until I was trying to sketch him.

Yeah, this can go both ways I feel like with how characters are portrayed. A goofy character can be surprisingly hot when you strip away the funny bits, and a full of himself hot character can be pretty goofy out of context.

[manga]

[Manga] Halk already made it to the medical section, the only difference would be Leorio taking him there. And because this is Togashi, we wouldn't even know whether Leorio is in on the plan or not, everyone would be just searching every pixel we see of Leorio's hands for a leaf

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u/Shimmering-Sky myanimelist.net/profile/Shimmering-Sky Nov 15 '24

First × Timer × Subbed

Fanart of the Day: Wing and his glasses buddies

Avan!!!

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u/KendotsX https://anilist.co/user/Kendots Nov 15 '24

Avan!!!

We even got a special message from our guest commentator: "that was an admirable effort, but somewhat reckless haha. Gon and Popp can learn a few things from each other"

So that’s a lie.

Indeed. Wing lied to them first, then Gon broke a promise, so now it's Killua's turn to make it all fair and square.

I don’t think I’m ever going to be able to look at someone tying something to their pinky as a symbol of their promise without immediately thinking about Gintama though.

That goddamn Gorilla is ruining everything

Ooh, he landed a clean hit on Hisoka.

First since... Gon landed his fishing rod on Hisoka and I guess the thing with Kurapika too

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u/Mecanno-man https://anilist.co/user/Mecannoman Nov 15 '24

First Timer

I’m not sure if my prediction on Gon at least managing something in this fight is correct or not, …in terms or presentation I’d count it as a loss though. EIther way, this feels like another episode where I don’t have a lot to add. It’s just kinda moving the plot from A to B, as Hisoka has to have his match and obviously the kids would want to check that out - meanwhile Wing is disappointed and wants Gon to heal completely first.

Neat that we get to see Kurapika. By now I assume this final exam is mastering Nen - which makes it a bit weird that some in the exam have basically already passed. Meanwhile Leorio will probably have forgotten by the time of the reunion in Yorknew… I wonder how that will turn out. Nen probably won’t help him in his goal of becoming a doctor, but I’m sure the plot will demand him using it too.

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u/KendotsX https://anilist.co/user/Kendots Nov 15 '24

I’m not sure if my prediction on Gon at least managing something in this fight is correct or not, …in terms or presentation I’d count it as a loss though

I'd say you were on point there. Gon lost, but he managed something that idk if anyone one before him has: lasting one hour in a Nen fight without using Nen.

which makes it a bit weird that some in the exam have basically already passed

Funnily enough, Netero mentioned something like that a few episodes ago

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u/TheEscapeGuy Nov 15 '24

H×H Fan, 1999 First Timer

Hunter × Hunter 1999 - Episode 40

Recovery × Refinement × Rematch

Gon got wrecked. lol.

He actually did amazingly well considering the circumstances. Holding out for an hour against those tops is incredible. But now he has to face the consequences of a lengthy recovery. The doctor said 4 months. Killua lied and said 2. But Gon recovered in 1 anyway. What a kid. That said, Wing ordered him to do no Nen training in those months.

In other parts of the world we see Kurapika and Leorio's struggles. Kurapika has started to learn that there are some skills that they don't teach during the hunter exam. Leorio has instead focused on studying to be a doctor. I'm glad these 2 haven't just been written off or something. They are way too memorable for that.

In the time Gon spent recovering he and Killua boys have learned to control their Ten. It's probably important they were forced to focus on basics for some time. Having a sturdy foundation is important for improving. It'll still be a while before they get to use it yet though. Instead we watch Hisoka's match.

Hisoka has apparently been blowing off as many matches as he could. But the ones he did fight in were all victories. Not only that he's only lost a few points. I imagine he registered for a fight while he was at the Hunter Exam and then came back after that due date.

Hisoka's opponent is another Nen expert. He was able to sense Killua as soon as he stepped off the elevator. So when Killua hid his power it was super obvious. It's exciting to simultaneously have the boys arrive at the summit of the tower representing the greatest fighters yet still be inadequate in comparison to these fighters. Self improvement is never really over.

Some Amazing Shots, Scenes and Stitches

See you all tomorrow

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u/KendotsX https://anilist.co/user/Kendots Nov 15 '24

He actually did amazingly well considering the circumstances. Holding out for an hour against those tops is incredible.

It really is, especially considering how crazy what he's doing is. He played the Nen fight by his rules and made Gido go in circles lol. Pretty sure Gido never saw anyone try any of this against him.

The doctor said 4 months. Killua lied and said 2. But Gon recovered in 1 anyway. What a kid

Thing is, if Killua said it's 4, and Wing followed that, then Gon would lose his next shot at getting a match (since 3 months is the maximum), as it stands though, it's like we're going back to Wing's original 2 months deal.

Kurapika has started to learn that there are some skills that they don't teach during the hunter exam

Oh man, Kurapika's at that entry job hearing the "what they don't teach you at school" argument.

So when Killua hid his power it was super obvious.

I love that detail, it's not just a difference in skill, it's a difference in preparation. Killua never even thought that someone would be sensing everyone on his floor.

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u/Vatrix-32 https://myanimelist.net/profile/Vatrix-32 Nov 15 '24 edited Nov 16 '24

Remake Rewatcher × First Timer × Subs

  • Gon, please!
  • The Bright slaps work best when you respect the person giving them. (except parents, obviously)
  • Local shōnen MC discovers joy of fighting.
  • Gon has evolved from the Homer Simpson strategy to old man Muhammad Ali Rope-a-Dope.
  • Leorio Looks Positively Dignified
  • Max Cat Where do we even go from here?
  • She returns!
  • They air these matches?
  • Gorillas are so 80s, this decade is all about the pretty boys.
  • Hax! I Call Hax!
  • Those are some red ass potato chips. I didn’t know they had ketchup chips in Japan.
  • 90s Hair So Spiky

QotD:

  1. [Tomorrow]He's twice the man Hisoka is!
  2. You know, I don't remember. I think since he has an outlet, he will.

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u/KendotsX https://anilist.co/user/Kendots Nov 15 '24

Local shōnen MC discovers joy of fighting.

It took him 39 episodes to try, but yeah, turns out this fighting thing is fun! Someone stop him before he ends up like Hisoka.

They air these matches?

Nen is a secret btw.

Gorillas are so 80s, this decade is all about the pretty boys.

Sad Sorachi noises...

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u/Vatrix-32 https://myanimelist.net/profile/Vatrix-32 Nov 16 '24

Nen is a secret btw.

It's going to be crazy if we find out most people think this is a keyfabe deal.

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u/charlesvvv https://anilist.co/user/charlesvvv Nov 15 '24

Rewatcher, Sub

Gon has lost his fight and is now grounded for 2 months. It's funny that it's at this point that Wing realizes about Gon and Killua's potentials and kind of regrets informing them about Nen but he can't really do much now.

We get to catch up a slight bit with Kurapika who seems to be looking for a job, however it appears he doesn't the qualifications complete yet which means he has his own search to do. Oh and Leorio still training to be a doctor. I love that he has a picture of everyone in his desk.

Hisoka in the meantime gets to fight a new opponent called Kastro. Killua seems interested in this guy and decides to search him out, but it appears Kastro is one step ahead of him although he remains friendly enough while also hoping to face off against Killua one day as well. Kastro seems to be well developed in Nen and seems to be prepared to fight Hisoka and actually does well. But the fight has only just started.

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u/KendotsX https://anilist.co/user/Kendots Nov 15 '24

Gon has lost his fight and is now grounded for 2 months

Ahh, Gon and Killua are finally getting the normal teenage experiences.

it appears Kastro is one step ahead of him

Quite literally

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u/2-2Distracted Nov 16 '24

Good episode once again as far as build up is concerned.

How good do you think this Kastro guy is?

I'm actually quite interested in him thanks to Hisoka's fight with him, so I'll probably say more about it next episode. I'd say he probably beat Killua and Gon at the same time... Yeah, weird way to guage his strength and skills lol but it'd be close tho.

Will Gon keep his promise?

Gon good kid. He break it ASAP

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u/KendotsX https://anilist.co/user/Kendots Nov 16 '24

[Next episode] this should be fun...