Chapter 291 · Chapter 291

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A vibrant color cover bursts with energy under the bold declaration BACK FROM HIATUS!!! Large flowing golden hair frames the composition, belonging to a serene blonde woman with closed eyes and a small stud earring. Behind her an elderly man with white hair, thick mustache and beard stares forward with a stern gaze. A small curly-haired child with wide eyes peeks out from the hair near the blonde woman's neck. Below, a blue-skinned figure with intense eyes and furrowed brow emerges from the golden strands. To the right a green frog-like humanoid in a matching hat and vest stands alert, while a brown-haired girl with a serious expression looks sideways. Vertical text proclaims HUMANS VS. CHIMERA ANTS: THE LAST AND GREATEST BATTLE! The Hunter x Hunter logo dominates the bottom with Japanese text and the issue number No.291.

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A recap page titled これまでのあらすじ summarizes prior events in three sections. At the top right stands a full-body illustration of Gon in his typical outfit with spiky hair. Section 1 shows Knuckle and Morel battling Youpi, with panels of the chimera ant transforming and the hunters strategizing. Section 2 depicts Gon confronting Pitou and Pouf, including close-ups of Gon's determined face and the royal guards. Section 3 illustrates Netero facing Meruem with Hyakushiki Kannon, showing intense combat panels and the king's overwhelming presence. Japanese narration boxes explain the outcomes and build tension toward the next chapter.

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Netero hurls himself through the air in a violent burst of motion, his muscular body arched backward, face locked in a fierce grimace. Sharp black streaks and white impact flashes tear across the panel as debris scatters outward. Far below in a dark, cloud-choked void, the same figure is seen leaping forward. A text box states "NETERO LEAPT." Another reads "THE INSTANT THE KING ANSWERED,"

Netero

A massive clenched fist dominates the top of the page. Below, Netero sits cross-legged atop an enormous lotus blossom, eyes closed, hands pressed together in prayer. Multiple arms radiate outward from his torso while concentric rings pulse behind his head. Scattered leaves drift through the darkness. A large caption at the bottom asks "WHEN DID IT START... ?"

Netero

A grand traditional building stands under a starry sky, its roof bearing the characters 米車鬼. From off-panel, a voice declares, "I'M READY ANY TIME." In the main scene, a tall, muscular man with long flowing hair, a short beard, and large hoop earrings stands confidently amid swirling black smoke. He raises one hand with fingers curled and calmly says, "COME AT ME." Below him, a much smaller, bald fighter with two prominent horns and a spotted head glares upward with intense focus, fists clenched at his sides. The larger man’s posture is relaxed yet imposing, his gaze directed downward at his opponent.

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Inside a vast wooden training hall with high ceilings and rows of seated spectators along both sides, the long-haired man and the small horned fighter face each other on the polished floor. Large text on the left reads "FOR MY OPPONENT TO ATTACK ?" while on the right another block states "WHEN DID I START WAITING." The small horned fighter lunges forward with a powerful shout rendered as a jagged "HIYAAAAAAA" burst. Several young men watch intently from the right foreground, one resting his chin on his hand. Dark impact or aura clouds dot the air around the combatants.

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Netero stands in the foreground with his right arm extended, fingers curled into a tight fist as he channels his aura. Behind him towers the colossal form of the Hyakushiki Kannon, a multi-armed goddess-like entity radiating dozens of open palms in every direction. The entity’s serene yet fierce face is centered amid the spread of hands, each palm marked with intricate lines. A small dark silhouette of Netero sits cross-legged in the lower right, emphasizing the scale of the summoned construct. Large vertical Japanese text on the left reads “九十九の掌” while bold lettering on the right declares “HYAKUSHIKI KANNON” and “百式観音”. At the bottom, a caption notes “*99 PALMS” and “*100-TYPE KANNON (GODDESS OF MERCY)”. The entire composition radiates overwhelming power and presence.

NeteroHyakushiki Kannon entity

A heavily armored figure is hurled violently through the air, body twisted by a massive unseen impact. Black impact shapes and motion lines streak across the panel as the character’s segmented limbs flail. Large stylized sound effects explode around the scene: jagged “ドドド” and “バキン” characters fill the lower half while smaller “ッ” and “x” marks indicate sharp shocks. The figure’s headpiece and armored torso are detailed with cross-hatching, eyes wide in surprise. A close-up inset at the bottom right shows two wide, shocked eyes staring upward amid dust and debris. The entire page conveys a sudden, overwhelming strike.

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In a storm of dust and shattering rock, Netero plummets through the air, his body twisted in a powerful stance with one leg extended and arms positioned for combat. Massive impact lines and debris explode outward around him as he descends into a deep chasm. The scene shifts to a close-up of his intense expression amid swirling motion, overlaid with the question: DID IT START... WHEN ON EARTH ?

Netero

An older Netero clutches his head in deep thought, his expression troubled. Nearby, a muscular figure performs a low push-up or bow on the ground. Close-ups show hands reaching out, accompanied by the text RESPONDING WITHOUT PAUSE and WHEN DID I BEGIN. In the final panel, a small robed figure extends a hand toward a larger kneeling muscular man, with text reading AND HELD OUT THEIR HANDS TO ME? and WHEN THOSE I DEFEATED BOWED THEIR HEADS.

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A close-up shows an elderly man with wild spiky hair, a thick mustache, and piercing eyes glaring forward with intense focus. Multiple open hands extend from the left side of the frame, fingers splayed in a powerful gesture. Bold text declares, "HOW IT SHOULD BE!!" and "THAT'S NOT". The scene shifts to a vast, shattered rocky landscape under a dark sky. A massive explosion of energy erupts from the ground, sending clouds of dust and debris flying outward. Large text reads, "IS THE PERFECT BATTLE WHAT I LONG FOR".

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A wide view reveals a broken, rocky plateau with steep cliffs and scattered boulders. Thick clouds of dust and smoke rise from a central impact point. Large text continues across the scene: "AND GIVE IT EVERYTHING I'VE GOT!!" on the left and "TO FACE A FORMIDABLE OPPONENT, THE ODDS AGAINST ME," on the right.

A violent explosion tears through the ruined hall, hurling a spiky-haired fighter backward amid swirling smoke and shattered debris. An armored figure is caught in the blast, limbs flailing as the shockwave rips across the frame. The view shifts to tall stone pillars scarred with deep gouges and impact marks. A massive, flower-shaped burst erupts between the columns, scattering fragments and dust. On the far right, a colossal stylized impact symbol dominates the page, radiating force lines outward.

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In darkness, a lone figure stands with arms outstretched. Nearby, an armored warrior looms over a kneeling opponent on rocky ground. The spiky-haired young man stands with his back to the viewer, arms spread wide amid rising smoke and rubble. Speech bubbles appear beside him. Below, a close-up shows clasped hands against a dark background. The young man declares the space a tomb belonging to the listener.

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A massive impact sends a gas-masked fighter hurtling through the air, body contorted as powerful motion lines and impact SFX mark the strike. The fighter's striped pants and gear are visible amid the blur of speed. In the lower panel the scene shifts to Netero, his bald head and aged face strained as he endures a crushing blow. Debris and dust scatter while heavy motion lines and dark specks emphasize the force of the exchange. Netero's body twists under the pressure, the background architecture fracturing from the violence of the clash.

Neterogas-masked fighter

Netero forms a heart shape with his hands in front of his chest, his aged face intense and focused. Large bold text declares "AND FOR EVERYTHING" and "YOU HAVE GIVEN ME!!!" beside him. A small caption reads "THIS IS THE APEX OF BATTLE! WHAT WILL HAPPEN TO THE KING WHEN NETER0 GIVES IT HIS ALL...!?" On the right side, three vertical panels show a distant figure against a radiant burst with the words "I AM THANKFUL" and "THAT I MET YOU" as Netero's hands remain clasped in the heart gesture. The composition emphasizes Netero's gratitude amid the overwhelming battle.

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blonde womanelderly white-haired mancurly-haired childblue-skinned figuregreen frog-like humanoidbrown-haired girl

GonKnuckleMorelYoupiPitouPoufNeteroMeruem

Netero

long-haired bearded mansmall horned fighter

long-haired bearded mansmall horned fightergroup of young male spectatorsshort-haired young man in foreground

NeteroHyakushiki Kannon entity

armored chimera ant combatant

Netero

Neteromuscular fightersmall robed figure

Netero

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spiky-haired young manarmored warriorkneeling figure

Neterogas-masked fighter

Netero

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