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MCAL · 2014-04-05, 09:44

Animation director, Takahiko Abiru apparently tweeted that the Chimera Ant arc will end at episode 135, so only twelve episodes left.

I actually think I predicted that it would end at that episode too, so yeah!

Proto · 2014-04-05, 09:47

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the narrative makes it seem slow and boring.

The narrative only makes it seem slow. Whether it's boring or not is up to everyone. >I< think it's pretty interesting.

Guardian Enzo · 2014-04-05, 10:51

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Originally Posted by MCAL

Animation director, Takahiko Abiru apparently tweeted that the Chimera Ant arc will end at episode 135, so only twelve episodes left.

I actually think I predicted that it would end at that episode too, so yeah!

That tweet apparently caused a panic, after which he clarified that the anime itself will not be ending at that point, just Chimera Ant.

Reckoner · 2014-04-05, 15:41

I don't know why people are bitching. I thought the latest episode pretty much captured the entire essence of this arc's story and failing to see that is pretty much ignoring what makes Hunter x Hunter a great shonen manga. I thought it was one of the best episodes since the one with Gon and Pitou even if it did involve the second-tier characters of the arc.

MCAL · 2014-04-05, 20:08

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Originally Posted by Reckoner

I don't know why people are bitching. I thought the latest episode pretty much captured the entire essence of this arc's story and failing to see that is pretty much ignoring what makes Hunter x Hunter a great shonen manga. I thought it was one of the best episodes since the one with Gon and Pitou even if it did involve the second-tier characters of the arc.

Judging by MAL, its about Ikalgo (And Welfin) not being an important character.

Granted how anyone can think that just boggles by mind. But I guess that's what happens when you look at things conventionally.

Dengar · 2014-04-06, 13:40

I don't care that Ikalgo is just a minor character. I think he is amazing and very easy for me to relate to.

Kanon · 2014-04-06, 15:32

I don't care since I've already read the manga, but I can understand why anime-only watchers would be frustrated. Netero vs the King, the biggest fight in the arc, nay, the whole series, was just about to start; and what do we get instead? An Ikalgo episode!

Note that the anime changed the order of the events. Ikalgo vs Welfin happened way later in the manga.

MCAL · 2014-04-06, 16:29

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Originally Posted by Kanon

Note that the anime changed the order of the events. Ikalgo vs Welfin happened way later in the manga.

Well the manga still interrupts the Netero/King fight. It just happens a little later.

I prefer the anime though. In the manga, the interruption happens in the middle of the fight as supposed to the beginning.

Dengar · 2014-04-07, 05:57

Why does everyone hate Ikalgo so much? He's cool!

Dextro · 2014-04-07, 06:10

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Why does everyone hate Ikalgo so much? He's cool!

It's funny how Ikalgo is probably one of the most human characters in the middle of so many monsters.

Guardian Enzo · 2014-04-07, 07:04

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Originally Posted by Dextro

It's funny how Ikalgo is probably one of the most human characters in the middle of so many monsters.

It's no coincidence - it all plays into what Togashi is trying to do with the larger point of the arc, IMO. And that's why this ep was so crucial.

Rhen ARs · 2014-04-08, 08:15

A lil satisfied with episode 123 cz it just showed about the minor characters n not much the main character. But i cant wait for the next episodeeeee....

hamazura · 2014-04-08, 08:20

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Originally Posted by Dextro

It's funny how Ikalgo is probably one of the most human characters in the middle of so many monsters.

err... king?

Dengar · 2014-04-08, 09:55

The king isn't human. He has a human side.

MCAL · 2014-04-08, 14:12

Excuse me while I go pick my mouth off the floor. Bear in mind, I've had to do this about fifteen times in this anime.

This episode was all high-quality action, incredibly tense, highly emotional and immensely disturbing in equal measures. I loved this in the manga and I love it even more in the anime. Excellent work by Kikuko Inoue and Mariya Ise as Palm and Killua respectively.

Honestly if this isn't the episode (And there have been plenty of other episodes I could say this) that makes you realize why Hunter x Hunter is the best shounen ever and that Togashi is the best shounen mangaka...

EDIT: Again, I just cant agree or even see the problem with the narration. It's been absolutely crucial and it really enhanced the scene when we find out what happened to Palm.

ookamigirl · 2014-04-08, 14:41

#124

Spoiler for plot:

Dextro · 2014-04-08, 16:37

I really can't believe how, in its 124th episode, hunter x hunter is still capable of keeping me on the edge of my seat the way it does. I was absolutely glued to the screen in anticipation of Palm showing up again, it was so tense that I think I may have forgotten to breathe for a moment there. Such an amazing episode and such outstanding voice work by both Killua and Palm's seyuus.

I really can't understand how this show isn't more popular on these boards, I really can't.

Sugetsu · 2014-04-08, 16:59

^ I have asked myself that question many times already... XD

Guardian Enzo · 2014-04-09, 01:43

Then again, the manga ranked in the Top 10 in volume sales in 2013 despite having zero new chapters. So it's not as if it's totally unappreciated in Japan, at least.

Dengar · 2014-04-09, 01:47

People look at HxH and see a little boy surrounded by a ragtag bunch of misfits. Of course they're not gonna give it the light of day. They've already seen DBZ and/or Naruto. (yes I know it predates Naruto but that's not the issue here)

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Kanon Kana Hanazawa ♥ Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: France Age: 37	I don't care since I've already read the manga, but I can understand why anime-only watchers would be frustrated. Netero vs the King, the biggest fight in the arc, nay, the whole series, was just about to start; and what do we get instead? An Ikalgo episode! Note that the anime changed the order of the events. Ikalgo vs Welfin happened way later in the manga. __________________

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MCAL Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2012	Excuse me while I go pick my mouth off the floor. Bear in mind, I've had to do this about fifteen times in this anime. This episode was all high-quality action, incredibly tense, highly emotional and immensely disturbing in equal measures. I loved this in the manga and I love it even more in the anime. Excellent work by Kikuko Inoue and Mariya Ise as Palm and Killua respectively. Honestly if this isn't the episode (And there have been plenty of other episodes I could say this) that makes you realize why Hunter x Hunter is the best shounen ever and that Togashi is the best shounen mangaka... EDIT: Again, I just cant agree or even see the problem with the narration. It's been absolutely crucial and it really enhanced the scene when we find out what happened to Palm. Last edited by MCAL; 2014-04-08 at 15:44.

2014-04-08, 14:41	Link #4356
ookamigirl Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2011	#124 Spoiler for plot: Palm's ultimate transformation. Killua's charge up & unexpected encounter. His behavior was too naive and reckless. Her new powers were pretty cool. I thoroughly enjoyed their fight. Killua's emotional outburst was surprising. Guess he was all bottled up with feelings. Looks like that helped Palm to get a grip. Great episode! __________________ My Blog --> ookami

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Dextro He Without a Title Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: The land of tempura	I really can't believe how, in its 124th episode, hunter x hunter is still capable of keeping me on the edge of my seat the way it does. I was absolutely glued to the screen in anticipation of Palm showing up again, it was so tense that I think I may have forgotten to breathe for a moment there. Such an amazing episode and such outstanding voice work by both Killua and Palm's seyuus. I really can't understand how this show isn't more popular on these boards, I really can't. __________________

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Sugetsu Kurumada's lost child Join Date: Nov 2003	^ I have asked myself that question many times already... XD __________________ "If you educate people, you cannot control them." ~Jacque Fresco

2014-04-05, 09:44	Link #4341
MCAL Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2012	Animation director, Takahiko Abiru apparently tweeted that the Chimera Ant arc will end at episode 135, so only twelve episodes left. I actually think I predicted that it would end at that episode too, so yeah!

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Dengar Kamen Rider Muppeteer Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Unknown Age: 39	I don't care that Ikalgo is just a minor character. I think he is amazing and very easy for me to relate to.

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Dengar Kamen Rider Muppeteer Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Unknown Age: 39	Why does everyone hate Ikalgo so much? He's cool!

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Rhen ARs Junior Member Author Join Date: Apr 2014	A lil satisfied with episode 123 cz it just showed about the minor characters n not much the main character. But i cant wait for the next episodeeeee....

2014-04-08, 09:55	Link #4354
Dengar Kamen Rider Muppeteer Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Unknown Age: 39	The king isn't human. He has a human side.

2014-04-09, 01:47	Link #4360
Dengar Kamen Rider Muppeteer Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Unknown Age: 39	People look at HxH and see a little boy surrounded by a ragtag bunch of misfits. Of course they're not gonna give it the light of day. They've already seen DBZ and/or Naruto. (yes I know it predates Naruto but that's not the issue here)