Hunter X Hunter Episode: 34

While Gon is carried off to be healed by the examiners’ medics, the next matches proceed. Leorio wins his match against Pokkle. Kurapika defeats Hisoka’s disguised partner. Killua faces Illumi — and something strange happens.

Hanzo, the nimble ninja from Kukuroo Mountain, is calm and confident. Gon, small and battered from earlier trials, steps into the makeshift ring without hesitation. Hunter X Hunter Episode 34

Netero tilts his head. “Hanzo, are you certain? You have clearly dominated the match.” While Gon is carried off to be healed

Leorio shouts from the sidelines: “Gon, you idiot! Just give up! You can’t win!” Killua says nothing, his fists clenched, watching intently. Killua faces Illumi — and something strange happens

Hanzo grows frustrated. Not because he can’t win — he could kill Gon in seconds — but because Gon’s refusal to surrender is irrational. Hanzo finally draws his sword and holds it to Gon’s throat.

The episode ends with Netero looking at the remaining names on his list: Gon, Leorio, Kurapika, Hanzo, Hisoka, Illumi… and one slot left. He smiles cryptically.

Hanzo sheathes his sword. The room is silent. Then, to everyone’s shock, Hanzo raises his hand and says calmly: