Hunter × Hunter Chapter 326: The Opening of Battle
Hunter × Hunter chapter 326: The Opening of Battle — what is in it
Chairman Election arc · 20 pages · 33 characters
Key facts in this chapter
Chapter 326 is titled The Opening of Battle. The 13th Hunter Association Chairman election uses a top-16 runoff starting on the 5th ballot. Cheadle Yorkshire is identified as a Triple Hunter and member of the Zodiac Twelve. Pariston Hill is identified as current Vice Chairman with the motto 'A kind Hunter Association'.
Leorio appears in third place according to the video The video shows a car and draws commentary on Nen usage Killua and Alluka are viewing the footage together A phone call references Illumi directly
Gotoh's actions helped Killua understand the family structure The diagram details emotional and control-based relationships around Alluka Alluka is kept in strict confinement yet surrounded by toys The father figure trusts Gotoh's approach over direct intervention
Tsubone and Amane are trusted subordinates under direct supervision Illumi is suspected of having a different goal regarding Alluka Amane shows visible anxiety when Illumi's name is mentioned
The situation is defined as an 'inner mission' or household directive Gotoh notices emotional response changes during the phone call Killua's goal is to save Gon while freeing Alluka from family control
Killua is speaking on a cell phone. Illumi is speaking on a cell phone. The conversation concerns Alluka's safety. A needle was previously used on Killua.
Illumi references an inner mission rule. Father previously gave a reason about family. Amane and Tsubone appear together in one panel. The discussion involves not killing family members.
A suited announcer stands before a burst of light, holding a paper as he declares the election rules. "THEREFORE, STARTING FROM THE 5TH BALLOT IT WILL BE AN ELECTION AMONG THE TOP 16 VOTE-GETTERS! PLEASE TAKE CAREFUL NOTICE!!" he states. A side panel adds, "REGARDING THE ELECTION FOR THE 13TH ASSOCIATION CHAIRMAN... IN THE LAST BALLOT, THE VOTING RATE EXCEEDED 95%!!" The announcer continues, "THIS SITE HAS SPEECH VIDEO AS WELL, SO PLEASE MAKE YOUR VOTES AFTER CONSIDERING EVERYTHING CAREFULLY! AND WITH THAT, I WILL INTRODUCE THE TOP 16 CANDIDATES, BY ORDER OF NUMBER OF VOTES!!" Vertical text on the left reads "WHO ARE THE CANDIDATES OF INTEREST...?" Below, the Hunter × Hunter logo appears beside two large portraits. On the left, Cheadle Yorkshire, a dog-like humanoid with glasses and a frilly outfit, holds an open book while looking serious. Her caption reads "CHEADLE YORKSHIRE TRIPLE HUNTER THE BRAINS OF THE ZODIAC TWELVE STAMPING OUT SEEDS OF TROUBLE EVERYWHERE." On the right, Pariston Hill, a smiling blond man with a star-shaped hair clip and patterned suit marked with the number 1, rests his chin on his hand. His caption states "PARISTON HILL TRIPLE HUNTER CURRENT HUNTER ASSOCIATION VICE CHAIRMAN HIS MOTTO IS, 'A KIND HUNTER ASSOCIATION'." The page footer shows "No. 326 ◆ The Opening of Battle."
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A dense profile spread presents multiple Hunter Association members with numbered badges and detailed captions. Botobai Gigante (4) is introduced as TRIPLE HUNTER, THE MOST SENIOR OF THE ZODIAC TWELVE IN NAME AND IN ABILITY THE ONE CLOSEST TO BEING CHAIRMAN. Leorio Paladiknight (3) appears as ROOKIE, THE NEW SUPERSTAR THAT SENT GING FLYING IN THE MIDST OF STUDY TO BECOME A DOCTOR. Mizaistom Nana (5) is labeled CRIME HUNTER (DOUBLE), THE CONSCIENCE OF THE ZODIAC TWELVE, A MAN WITH COMMON SENSE, EVEN ACKNOWLEDGING THOSE THAT WISH TO AVOID HAVING A CHAIRMAN. Teradin Neutral (7) is shown as HEAD HUNTER (DOUBLE), A SPECIALIST IN DISCOVERING AND CULTIVATING TALENT DESIRES TO RADICALLY OVERHAUL THE HUNTER SELECTION EXAM. Ickshonpay Kaztouger (6) is described as HACKER HUNTER (SINGLE), RESIDENT OF THE DIGITAL WORLD, PERSONALLY STILL ABSTAINING FROM VOTING. Morali Mccarnathy (8) is introduced as SEA HUNTER (SINGLE), TRIPLE HUNTER IN A SINGLE LEAP, AFTER THE CHIMERA SUPPRESSION INCIDENT? EXPOUNDS ON THE IMPORTANCE OF NON-NATIVE SPECIES. Saccho Kobayakawa (9) is shown as TROUBLE HUNTER (DOUBLE), THE COUNSELOR OF THE ZODIAC TWELVE, REFORMING THE ASSOCIATION FROM BEHIND THE SCENES.
A second profile spread continues the Hunter introductions against a starry background. Biscuit Krueger (10) is presented as GEM HUNTER (DOUBLE), A TRUE YOUNG LADY OF THE HUNTER ASSOCIATION, THERE IS AN INCREASING NUMBER OF PEOPLE THAT WANT TO PISS HER OFF. Rinne Hors-d'Oeuvre (11) is labeled GOURMET HUNTER (DOUBLE), THE OLDEST HUNTER IN THE ASSOCIATION, IT'S BEEN 5 YEARS SINCE HER VOICE HAS BEEN HEARD. Bushidora Ambitious (12) appears as BLACKLIST HUNTER (SINGLE), HUNTER ASSOCIATION DISCIPLINARY COMMITTEE MEMBER, ADVOCATE OF THE REVISING THE "10 RULES FOR HUNTERS". St. Bika Norton is described as VIRUS HUNTER (SINGLE), A FEMALE DOCTOR IN THE HUNTER ASSOCIATION, PERSONALLY QUITE BEWILDERED, THINKING, "DON'T VOTE FOR ME...". Lupe Highland is shown as LOST HUNTER, SEEKING THOSE FROM WHOM CONTACT HAS BEEN LOST ENGAGED IN THE PROBLEM OF LOST ASSOCIATION MEMBERS. Ging Freecss (13) is introduced as RELIC HUNTER, VAGABOND OF THE ZODIAC TWELVE, DID HE JUST BARELY MANAGE TO STAY IN BECAUSE OF SYMPATHY VOTES? Cutie Beauty is labeled YOUTH AND BEAUTY HUNTER (SINGLE), RECOGNIZED AS CAPTAIN OF THE VICE CHAIRMAN'S BODYGUARDS, AIMING FOR A "YOUNG AND BEAUTIFUL" ASSOCIATION.
A car speeds along a winding mountain road as dramatic sound effects punctuate the motion. In the foreground, Killua stares intently at a tablet screen displaying the vehicle, his expression shifting from surprise to realization. Alluka stands beside him, also focused on the footage. Nearby voices comment on the surprising video and praise the man inside the car. Someone notes that Leorio is in third place, while another wonders if Gon's father was truly disliked given the standing ovation. The discussion highlights the bold use of a Nen ability resembling an Emission type in front of many people. The scene shifts to a dimly lit interior where a man with glasses speaks into a phone, addressing Illumi-sama with urgency. A servant responds that they will wait a moment and confirms they will act right away.
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Killua holds a phone to his ear, his face showing intense focus as he processes new information. A panel displays the title 'The Family's Intercorrelation Diagram' regarding Alluka. Thanks to Gotoh, Killua states he now clearly understands the complex web of relationships. The large diagram maps out the Zoldyck family's connections to Alluka, showing arrows for loyalty, control, enmity, give-and-take dynamics, and super-vices. Killua, Alluka, and other family members including a long-haired woman, a stern man, and a small figure are connected through various emotional and power-based ties. In the lower panels, a woman with dark hair reflects on the family's vigilance toward Alluka's ability and the dilemma of controlling it. She notes that the strict confinement contrasts with a room full of toys. A profile of a long-haired character explains that their father lets Gotoh come rather than stopping them by force, believing in them no matter what.
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Tsubone and Amane stand together, their expressions serious. Tsubone notes that although Gotoh and Canary are not able to help them openly, they are at least on their side. Amane and Tsubone understand this and remain on guard. If anything happens they can collect everyone immediately, and in the best case scenario they can even get a hint of how to control Alluka—that is what he must be thinking. That is why he put Tsubone and Amane, the most trusted subordinates he directly supervises, on with them. A sudden close-up shows Illumi's narrowed eyes as someone shouts 'ILLUMI...!!' and then the scene shifts to a winding mountain road where a car travels. In the next panel Killua stands holding a phone, sweat on his face, speaking intensely with another character. He states that most likely Illumi wants to have Alluka. This means that Illumi's position is different from that of Amane and Tsubone—in other words, different from father and grandfather's position, and in a bad way. In the instant his name was mentioned Amane's anxiety shot up abnormally.
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A massive white burst radiates across a black panel with the bold declaration 'THIS IS AN "INNER MISSION"!' Gotoh appears in profile, calmly stating it is a fine play. He explains that by suddenly speaking that name, the speaker was probing for Amane's reaction. If this were Tsubone she would have noticed the slight change in Gotoh upon answering the phone. A translator note clarifies the term literally means 'household directive.' A chessboard scene follows with large chess pieces, emphasizing that rather than attempting to consolidate areas of common opinion, each person simply gives their all to achieve their own goals—it is a serious battle. In the event that family members have different ways of thinking or objectives, the conflict intensifies. The final panels return to the earlier scene with Killua's hair and face visible alongside Alluka. Killua declares he wants to save Gon and let Alluka be free as well. He notes that father and grandfather want to keep Alluka close at hand to control her, and they do not want him to fall into danger because of Alluka's ability either.
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Killua grips his phone tightly, his face twisted in fury as he declares that someone intends to kill Alluka. On the other end of the line, Illumi stares at his own phone with a calm, calculating expression and asks if the caller is Killua. Killua confirms with a terse 'Yeah...' and states that he is totally lucid now. Illumi notes that the needle has been removed. Killua asks if Illumi wants to kill him, and Illumi replies that he does so he can have at it. The conversation crackles with tension as both brothers confront the possibility of lethal intent within the family.
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Illumi continues the call, explaining that an inner mission prevents the killing of family members. He laughs softly while stating this rule. In a smaller panel, Amane stands with eyes closed beside Tsubone, who watches silently. Large stylized text emphasizes the reason father gave: treating someone as family means you must not think of killing them. The final panel shows a close-up of a suited figure with the words 'Ganging up against us...' and 'Each and everyone...' floating above, hinting at a larger conflict.
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A close-up fills the top of the page with Killua's intense face, wild spiky hair framing wide eyes and a determined expression as he stares ahead. Two jagged speech bubbles burst beside him: "BRING IT." and "I'LL BEAT YOU AT YOUR OWN GAME." Below, a narrow horizontal strip shows three tight panels: a sharp profile of a stern figure, then two close-ups of wide eyes and a sweating face with a visible drop on the cheek. The bottom half of the page is dominated by a large close-up of Alluka's calm face against black, her large eyes looking upward as an oval bubble states "I'M GOING TO BEGIN." A smaller bubble to the right adds "WELL THEN."
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A massive truck collides violently with a black sedan on a mountain road, sending the car flipping through the air amid flying debris and smoke. Rocks and fragments explode outward as the truck's front crumples. Inset panels show three shocked faces: a wild-haired figure with an open mouth, a wide-eyed man gripping a steering wheel, and a young driver with spiky hair whose face is lit by impact lines. Large onomatopoeia "ドドド" and impact symbols "!!!" dominate the lower half as the vehicles crash through a guardrail, dust and smoke billowing while the background mountains loom.
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Killua stands tense with spiky hair flaring, eyes wide as massive impact shakes the area. A large vehicle erupts in smoke and debris while Tsubone, wearing sunglasses and a feathered collar, shouts urgently. "AHH, LEAVE IT TO ME!! KILLUA-SAMA!! STAY CLOSE TO ALLUKA-SAMA!!" she yells. Amane appears beside her with a serious expression. Tsubone continues the warning: "AND ON TOP OF THAT, KILLUA-SAMA WILL BE FORCED TO GO HOME WITH TSUBONE!! IF THE TWO OF YOU SEPARATE BY MORE THAN 1 METER ALLUKA WILL BE CONFISCATED BY AMANE!!" Alluka sits in the back seat looking worried. The cars speed along the road until a sudden jolt sends Alluka crying out "AGH!" with shock on her face as motion lines streak across the panel.
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The black car and white truck are hurled violently off the cliff edge, tumbling through the air with debris flying. The vehicles crash and roll down the steep rocky cliff face, sending up clouds of dust and fragments. In the tumbling car, Alluka is shown upside down with a terrified expression, eyes wide and mouth open. Tsubone and Amane react with shock inside the vehicle as impact lines and large SFX "ドガッ" and "ガシャ」 explode across the panels. The cliffside landscape stretches below with scattered trees and distant hills. The truck lands heavily, breaking apart on the slope while the car continues its chaotic descent.
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Two figures walk away across rocky terrain after a tense exchange. The long-haired one glances back slightly while the muscular figure with wavy hair strides forward confidently. In the distance, a plume of black smoke rises from a ruined structure amid impact marks and debris. Earlier panels show the long-haired figure in profile, speaking with a serious expression. "THAT WAS PRETTY EXTREME," remarks an unseen speaker with a club symbol. "WEREN'T YOU GOING TO ASK HIM FOR A FAVOR?" A smaller inset reveals the long-haired figure saying, "I WAS GIVEN INFORMATION." "I HAVE A 'SECRET INFORMANT.'" At the bottom, the same figure continues, "THERE WERE SOME POINTS I JUST COULDN'T ACCEPT." "AND AFTER VERIFYING IT..."
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A close-up shows the long-haired character's face with wide eyes and a tense expression. "KILLU IS..." "HIDING SOME RULES." SFX lines emphasize the moment. Subsequent panels depict a mountainous landscape with two distant figures, one standing and one seated. Hisoka's face appears in the foreground with a sly smile and a tear-like mark, fist raised. "OK," answers one voice. "WHILE YOU ELIMINATE THE BUTLERS NEARBY, IF THERE'S AN OPENING, PULL ALLUKA AWAY FROM KILLUA. THAT WOULD DO FOR NOW..." "THAT'S WHY I'M PUTTING AN END TO ALLUKA BEFORE IT'S TOO LATE." "HE VERY WELL MIGHT JUST HAPPILY ACCEPT THIS, GIVEN..." "AS LONG AS THERE ARE RULES THAT I DON'T KNOW ABOUT, IT'S POINTLESS TO MAKE NEGOTIATIONS WITHOUT BEING ABLE TO TAKE THOSE INTO ACCOUNT." Finally, Hisoka asks, "WOULD IT BE POSSIBLE FOR ME TO KILL KILLUA, I WONDER?" while the long-haired character stands behind him saying, "BY THE WAY..."
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A swirling vortex fills the panel as a voice asks, "RIGHT HERE? RIGHT NOW?" Another voice replies, "SHALL I KILL YOU?" Hisoka appears with long hair and a star-marked cheek, his expression calm yet intense. He remarks, "YOUR KILLING AURA IS POURING OUT..." and adds with a small heart, "IT'S A JOKE." Killua stares upward in shock, eyes wide and body tense amid radiating lines.
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Alluka mutters, "AHH... SHIT." while standing beside Killua. She asks, "YOU SET ME UP?" and wonders, "COULD IT BE..." Hisoka replies, "YOU KNOW, IF POSSIBLE, I WANT TO BE SAVED TOO," then firmly states, "NO WAY!" In the distance, a massive mountain landscape glows under a bright sky as someone shouts, "HE'S OVER THERE!!" and "ILLUMI'S KILLING AURA....!!" Killua stands small against the trees. A crowded panel shows many chibi-style characters with overlapping speech: "THE MORE TOYS YOU HAVE, NO?" and "THE MORE FUN YOU HAVE, NO?" A bottom strip displays close-up faces of Hisoka, Alluka, and others alongside the line, "WELL, IF POSSIBLE, THAT IS..."
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Killua glances back with a determined expression and tells Alluka, "CLOSE YOUR EYES AND HOLD ON TIGHT." Alluka, riding on his back, replies, "IT'S OK. LEAVE IT TO ONII-CHAN." The group moves swiftly through the dense forest. Amane walks alongside while Tsubone and another suited attendant keep pace behind them. Amane states, "IF OUR ROUTE WAS FOUND OUT, THIS WOULD ACTUALLY BE A GOOD CHANCE TO GO OFF THE TRACK." She adds, "IT'D BE BEST FOR US TO GET AS FAR AWAY FROM ILLUMI-SAMA AS POSSIBLE." Tsubone agrees with a firm "YEAH!" The party continues deeper among the trees, their figures small against the towering trunks. At the bottom of the page, a series of impact marks and motion lines streak across the ground.
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The group races through the forest, leaping between trees. A voice explains that Silva-sama and Zeno-sama are not Killua-sama's enemies and that their mission includes Killua-sama's safe conveyance. Amane tells Killua, "WHEN YOU'RE SAYING IT TO ME, AMANE, I JUST CAN'T OBEDIENTLY SAY 'YES.'" Killua replies, "I AGREE... BUT..." Amane continues, "TSUBONE AND I ARE NOT YOUR ENEMIES, KILLUA-SAMA." In a close-up, Killua's hair flares with intensity as he declares, "YOU GUYS WILL REMAIN OUR ENEMIES!" He adds, "AS LONG AS ALLUKA'S NAME IS MISSING FROM THOSE WORDS..." The page ends with the Hunter × Hunter logo and chapter number.
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Discussion
Killua issues a direct challenge to an unseen opponent. Alluka prepares to begin an action or ability. Multiple characters react with tension in close-up panels.
A truck rams a sedan on a mountain road causing a flip. Three characters inside the car react with shock to the crash. The collision sends debris flying and breaks the guardrail.
Tsubone directly addresses Killua by name with honorific. Amane is named as the person who will confiscate Alluka if separation occurs. The one-meter separation rule is stated as a binding condition. Alluka reacts with visible distress to the sudden vehicle movement.
Both vehicles leave the road and fall down the cliff. Alluka remains inside the tumbling car during the fall. Tsubone and Amane are present inside the falling vehicle. The cliff drop is steep with visible rock layers and trees below.
A secret informant supplied information to one of the characters. Verification of the information revealed unacceptable points. An explosion or fire is visible in the background landscape.
Illumi reveals Killua is concealing rules. A strategy involves removing butlers and isolating Alluka. Hisoka expresses interest in killing Killua.
Hisoka has a star marking on his cheek. Killua reacts with visible shock to the aura.
Illumi's killing aura is sensed from afar by the group. Multiple characters react to the distant aura presence.
Killua is carrying Alluka piggyback style. The group is fleeing through a forest. Amane mentions Illumi-sama as a threat to avoid. Tsubone is present with the group.
Killua refuses to accept Amane and Tsubone as allies until Alluka is acknowledged. Silva and Zeno are referenced as not being Killua's enemies. The chapter ends on this page.
What is said, page by page
Announcer declares election rules starting from the 5th ballot among top 16 vote-getters Announcer notes 95% voting rate in the last ballot for 13th Chairman Announcer mentions speech video on the site and urges careful voting Announcer introduces the top 16 candidates by vote count
Someone exclaims surprise that Leorio is in third place Killua remarks that the video is pretty surprising A voice notes the man in the car is awesome Narration questions if Gon's father was disliked despite the ovation Comment on the bold public use of an Emission-type Nen ability A servant says to please wait a moment The man with glasses replies yes, right away Someone calls out to Illumi-sama in shock
Killua says thanks to Gotoh he now clearly understands Diagram title reads 'THE FAMILY'S INTERCORRELATION DIAGRAM IN REGARDS TO ALLUKA' Woman explains the family's vigilant stance on Alluka's ability She describes the dilemma of controlling Alluka and the risk of a fatal mistake Long-haired character states their father lets Gotoh come rather than stopping them by force
Tsubone explains that Gotoh and Canary cannot help openly but are on their side Amane and Tsubone discuss being on guard and ready to collect everyone if needed Someone shouts 'ILLUMI...!!' Killua analyzes that Illumi's position differs from Amane, Tsubone, father and grandfather
Gotoh calls the move a fine play and explains the probing tactic Narration describes each person giving their all to achieve their own goals in a serious battle Killua states 'I WANT TO SAVE GON AND LET ALLUKA BE FREE, AS WELL!' Killua explains that father and grandfather want to keep Alluka close to control her
Killua shouts that someone intends to kill Alluka. Illumi calmly asks if the caller is Killua. Killua confirms he is lucid after removing the needle. Illumi acknowledges the needle removal. Killua questions whether Illumi wants to kill him. Illumi states he wants to kill Killua now.
Illumi states that an inner mission does not permit killing family members. Illumi notes that family members are involved. Large text declares the reason father gave. Text warns you must not think of killing family. Unseen speaker mentions ganging up against us.
Killua declares challenge with "BRING IT." and "I'LL BEAT YOU AT YOUR OWN GAME." in aggressive bubbles Alluka announces start with "I'M GOING TO BEGIN." in calm oval bubble unseen speaker replies "WELL THEN." in small oval bubble
Tsubone urgently instructs Killua to stay close to Alluka while offering to handle the threat. Tsubone warns that separating more than one meter will cause Alluka to be taken by Amane and forces Killua home with Tsubone.
Unseen speaker notes the previous action was extreme, using a club symbol. Question about whether a favor was going to be requested from someone. Long-haired character states they received information from a secret informant. Long-haired character explains certain points could not be accepted after verification.
Illumi states that Killua is hiding some rules. Plan discussed to eliminate nearby butlers and separate Alluka from Killua if an opening appears. Illumi explains the need to end Alluka before it is too late because acceptance might occur. Point made that unknown rules make negotiations pointless. Hisoka wonders aloud if it would be possible for him to kill Killua.
Unseen speaker questions location and timing of a potential kill. Unseen speaker offers to kill immediately. Hisoka notes the visible killing aura pouring out. Hisoka dismisses the threat as a joke with playful tone.
Alluka expresses frustration with "AHH... SHIT." Alluka accuses someone of setting her up. Alluka questions if a setup is possible. Hisoka requests to be saved if possible. Hisoka refuses with "NO WAY!" Crowd members note Illumi's killing aura in the distance. Crowd comments on having more toys leading to more fun.
Killua tells Alluka to close her eyes and hold tight (serious, protective) Alluka reassures Killua to leave it to Onii-chan (trusting, calm) Amane notes the route discovery risk and suggests going off-track (strategic) Amane proposes getting far from Illumi-sama (urgent) Tsubone agrees emphatically (supportive)
Speaker explains Silva-sama and Zeno-sama are not enemies and mission includes safe conveyance (formal) Amane admits she cannot simply say yes to Killua (honest, conflicted) Killua agrees but hesitates (conflicted) Amane states she and Tsubone are not enemies (reassuring) Killua shouts that they will remain enemies as long as Alluka's name is missing (angry, resolute)