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swerv · 2008-05-10, 09:36

It was nice to see Killua's dad drop in unexpectedly.

Spoiler for 280:

tommetass · 2008-05-26, 13:09

So.. I'm very new at this.. but is the Hunter X Hunter manga still going on?
I've only seen the anime..
is the manga any good?

oh and one more thing...
What's up with Kurapica???
HE is clearly a SHE!...
Kurapica is a woman and she will marry Leorio...

right?

a_nevels666 · 2008-05-29, 14:39

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Originally Posted by tommetass

So.. I'm very new at this.. but is the Hunter X Hunter manga still going on?
I've only seen the anime..
is the manga any good?

oh and one more thing...
What's up with Kurapica???
HE is clearly a SHE!...
Kurapica is a woman and she will marry Leorio...

right?

The manga is great, and yes, it's still running.(although the mangaka takes breaks now and then)

alamarco · 2008-05-30, 15:37

Finally caught up to 280 today. What a great manga, shame that the mangaka gets sick

.

About Kurapica, he is a guy. The mangaka has stated this himself (or so my buddy claims, I never asked for proof) and the words that Kurapica uses in Japan are words that guys use. I myself thought Kurapica was a girl, but everything in the manga shows Kurapica as a guy.

My initial thoughts of the ant arc where pretty bad. I thought the ant King was a rip off of Freeza from DBZ. However the story progressed really well and the new characters introduced made for an interesting story.

Although Killua is my favourite I have a feeling he's going to be the final obstacle in Gon's way to reach Gin. As much as I want Killua to remain by Gon's side, he seems to be turning more and more towards the dark side of the force.

Umaibo · 2008-05-30, 17:19

Just because 冨樫義博 is on hiatus, that doesn't necessary mean he is ill. =p

Anh_Minh · 2008-05-30, 17:20

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Originally Posted by alamarco

Finally caught up to 280 today. What a great manga, shame that the mangaka gets sick

.

About Kurapica, he is a guy. The mangaka has stated this himself (or so my buddy claims, I never asked for proof) and the words that Kurapica uses in Japan are words that guys use. I myself thought Kurapica was a girl, but everything in the manga shows Kurapica as a guy.

My initial thoughts of the ant arc where pretty bad. I thought the ant King was a rip off of Freeza from DBZ. However the story progressed really well and the new characters introduced made for an interesting story.

Although Killua is my favourite I have a feeling he's going to be the final obstacle in Gon's way to reach Gin. As much as I want Killua to remain by Gon's side, he seems to be turning more and more towards the dark side of the force.

He seems to be turning away from it. But then, he started out as pretty dark. Even if he didn't want to kill people for money, he seemed to have no trouble doing it to relieve stress. He now has learnt the Power of Friendship, and made all kinds of sacrifice because of it, despite his education.

It is Gon who's becoming dark. He started out as unable to hold a grudge no matter what was done to him, and always ready to help people around him, but is now fighting a murderous rage that might doom an innocent.

alamarco · 2008-05-30, 20:10

While reading it seemed to me that there were many times it looked like Killua was on the edge and pointed towards the dark side. Even after the pin removal he still has the killer instinct. The one example I can think of is when he killed those two ants swiftly even though he was the one so adamant about sticking to the plan no matter what.

As for ill, that's what my buddy told me. I never asked him for proof, so I'm just relying on that. I may of been misinformed. However I think it makes sense, because what other reason would there be for a hiatus?

frubam · 2008-05-30, 21:18

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Originally Posted by alamarco

what other reason would there be for a hiatus?

So you can make another 50 chapters of the story w/o worrying about deadlines

alamarco · 2008-05-31, 01:52

If that's true, I find it hard to fathom. When someone enjoys the work they do for a living I find it hard to believe they'll stop and take it easy. The reason most authors continue their work is because they enjoy it. Most of the times you can tell the difference between those who enjoy it and those who are in it for the money in terms of the quality produced.

However, unless the mangaka states something in an official sense this is all just speculation. If you search via Google you can find many different reasons for past hiatuses, which may of course be rumours.

Anh_Minh · 2008-05-31, 02:41

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Originally Posted by alamarco

While reading it seemed to me that there were many times it looked like Killua was on the edge and pointed towards the dark side. Even after the pin removal he still has the killer instinct.

The way I see it, when he goes dark, it's not so much that he's tempted by the dark side, but that he's relapsing. Habits of a lifetime are hard to break.

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The one example I can think of is when he killed those two ants swiftly even though he was the one so adamant about sticking to the plan no matter what.

Actually, that was an example of succumbing to the power of friendship. He did it to save his disguised friend, who would otherwise had been exposed. The old Killua wouldn't have cared and would have put the mission first.

But then, the old Killua wouldn't have walked into this deathtrap to start with.

tommetass · 2008-06-08, 15:16

just finished with chapter 280 now.. wow, it's exciting!

Is there a way we can know when the next chapter is coming?
like.. inside news?

Anh_Minh · 2008-06-08, 15:24

You can always try to fly to Japan and pester the author.

TooPurePureBoy · 2008-06-09, 19:05

Wait....you think that'll work?

Sazelyt · 2008-06-10, 02:31

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Originally Posted by Nine-Tails-Nin

Wait....you think that'll work?

For a normal one, who knows. But, for this one, nope. He would rather die and leave an unfinished story than getting pestered about it. Knock the wood, so we may get to see an end to the story in our lifetime.

mrsticky005 · 2008-06-24, 12:40

Probably the most likely reasons for the hiatus are as followed

1. Togashi is ill at the moment (though I don't think that is the reason)
2. Togashi is doing research for his manga
3. It's a marketing ploy
4. Togashi simply wants a vacation.
5. Togashi enjoys torturing his loyal readers

vel · 2008-06-26, 03:43

Quote:

Originally Posted by mrsticky005

Probably the most likely reasons for the hiatus are as followed

1. Togashi is ill at the moment (though I don't think that is the reason)
2. Togashi is doing research for his manga
3. It's a marketing ploy
4. Togashi simply wants a vacation.
5. Togashi enjoys torturing his loyal readers

I want to believe the reason 1

... However

6, It's said that he is busy to make dōjinshi.

tommetass · 2008-06-26, 05:18

I heard there was a 10 week break after chapter 280, anyone who knows this for a fact?

Lugia_Tsuyu · 2008-07-08, 19:38

I stopped reading Hunter x Hunter since Vol. 22...or maybe even earlier than that. But after I heard that the King is actually changed a little because of a human girl...my interest in the story is back!!! >_< Can't wait for the next chapter! (The King and Netero have been gone for so long...aren't they suppose to be fighting?)

And I hope Komugi is okay. She's a very bright character and I love her (well, her look is kinda...=_=' Well, if I overlook those messy hair, thick eyebrows, and...you know...she's a really cute girl.)

Sazelyt · 2008-07-08, 23:23

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Originally Posted by tommetass

I heard there was a 10 week break after chapter 280, anyone who knows this for a fact?

When it comes to Togashi there is no fact, other than the patience you have.

Lone Wolf · 2008-07-22, 23:51

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Originally Posted by alamarco

Although Killua is my favourite I have a feeling he's going to be the final obstacle in Gon's way to reach Gin. As much as I want Killua to remain by Gon's side, he seems to be turning more and more towards the dark side of the force.

Uh, yeah, I thought that was spelled out pretty clearly in the Sky Ring arc...

/LW

2008-05-10, 09:36	Link #381
swerv Stay Up Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: :noitacoL	It was nice to see Killua's dad drop in unexpectedly. Spoiler for 280: So Killua electrocuted that guard and it stunned him so Knuckle could lay the smackdown on him? Cool, a bit of a cheap way to win but still quite entertaining I guess. I wonder if those missiles are going to come flying in and kill the invisible guy whilst Killua, Knuckle and Shoot are all thanking him for his help __________________

2008-06-09, 19:05	Link #393
TooPurePureBoy Socially Inept Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Retracing my steps.....	Wait....you think that'll work? __________________ "Do what I do in every friendship and relationship, give 5%" - Ron Bennington

2008-05-26, 13:09	Link #382
tommetass Junior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Tonsberg, Norway Age: 36	So.. I'm very new at this.. but is the Hunter X Hunter manga still going on? I've only seen the anime.. is the manga any good? oh and one more thing... What's up with Kurapica??? HE is clearly a SHE!... Kurapica is a woman and she will marry Leorio... right?

2008-05-30, 15:37	Link #384
alamarco Why hello there! Join Date: May 2008 Location: Canada	Finally caught up to 280 today. What a great manga, shame that the mangaka gets sick . About Kurapica, he is a guy. The mangaka has stated this himself (or so my buddy claims, I never asked for proof) and the words that Kurapica uses in Japan are words that guys use. I myself thought Kurapica was a girl, but everything in the manga shows Kurapica as a guy. My initial thoughts of the ant arc where pretty bad. I thought the ant King was a rip off of Freeza from DBZ. However the story progressed really well and the new characters introduced made for an interesting story. Although Killua is my favourite I have a feeling he's going to be the final obstacle in Gon's way to reach Gin. As much as I want Killua to remain by Gon's side, he seems to be turning more and more towards the dark side of the force.

2008-05-30, 17:19	Link #385
Umaibo Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007	Just because 冨樫義博 is on hiatus, that doesn't necessary mean he is ill. =p

2008-05-30, 20:10	Link #387
alamarco Why hello there! Join Date: May 2008 Location: Canada	While reading it seemed to me that there were many times it looked like Killua was on the edge and pointed towards the dark side. Even after the pin removal he still has the killer instinct. The one example I can think of is when he killed those two ants swiftly even though he was the one so adamant about sticking to the plan no matter what. As for ill, that's what my buddy told me. I never asked him for proof, so I'm just relying on that. I may of been misinformed. However I think it makes sense, because what other reason would there be for a hiatus?

2008-05-31, 01:52	Link #389
alamarco Why hello there! Join Date: May 2008 Location: Canada	If that's true, I find it hard to fathom. When someone enjoys the work they do for a living I find it hard to believe they'll stop and take it easy. The reason most authors continue their work is because they enjoy it. Most of the times you can tell the difference between those who enjoy it and those who are in it for the money in terms of the quality produced. However, unless the mangaka states something in an official sense this is all just speculation. If you search via Google you can find many different reasons for past hiatuses, which may of course be rumours.

2008-06-08, 15:16	Link #391
tommetass Junior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Tonsberg, Norway Age: 36	just finished with chapter 280 now.. wow, it's exciting! Is there a way we can know when the next chapter is coming? like.. inside news?

2008-06-08, 15:24	Link #392
Anh_Minh I disagree with you all. Join Date: Dec 2005	You can always try to fly to Japan and pester the author.

2008-06-24, 12:40	Link #395
mrsticky005 Banned Join Date: Dec 2007	Probably the most likely reasons for the hiatus are as followed 1. Togashi is ill at the moment (though I don't think that is the reason) 2. Togashi is doing research for his manga 3. It's a marketing ploy 4. Togashi simply wants a vacation. 5. Togashi enjoys torturing his loyal readers

2008-06-26, 05:18	Link #397
tommetass Junior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Tonsberg, Norway Age: 36	I heard there was a 10 week break after chapter 280, anyone who knows this for a fact?

2008-07-08, 19:38	Link #398
Lugia_Tsuyu Damn, I'm good! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Illinois	I stopped reading Hunter x Hunter since Vol. 22...or maybe even earlier than that. But after I heard that the King is actually changed a little because of a human girl...my interest in the story is back!!! >_< Can't wait for the next chapter! (The King and Netero have been gone for so long...aren't they suppose to be fighting?) And I hope Komugi is okay. She's a very bright character and I love her (well, her look is kinda...=_=' Well, if I overlook those messy hair, thick eyebrows, and...you know...she's a really cute girl.)