Chapter 166 · Face Off Part 9

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Intense energy radiates from the court as the game reaches a critical moment. Gon stands tense with his headband, facing the action, while Killua watches nearby with spiky white hair. In the foreground, a masked figure in a black cap with a D emblem gives a thumbs-up. Speech bubbles declare: "HE MAY REMAIN IN THE COURT!!" and "PLAYER REIZA USED "BACK"!" Below, characters react with surprise. One panel shows a grinning man saying "THINGS ARE FINALLY LOOKING GOOD!" while another notes "BOTH TEAMS USED "BACK", AND IT'S 3 VS. 2!" A close-up reveals a stern man with a scar thinking "IT'S OUR SIDE THAT IS HEAVILY INJURED..." as another asks "ARE THEY REALLY?" In the lower section, Gon crosses his arms, stating "SO RIGHT NOW HIS WHOLE BODY IS SPENT." Nearby, Killua analyzes: "GON PUT ALL THAT ENERGY INTO HIS ATTACKS..." and "WITH HIS LEFT HAND LIKE THAT HE SHOULDN'T BE ABLE TO CATCH A PASS." Hisoka, standing to the side, concludes "HISOKA CAN NO LONGER CATCH THE BALL, NO..."

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The discussion continues with sharp analysis. A panel shows a character saying "THE ONLY PERSON WHO CAN PLAY WITH FULL POWER IS KILLUA?!" followed by "IN OTHER WORDS..." and "TO ATTACK WITH SUCH POWER AGAIN." The scarred man counters "HE WON'T BE ABLE..." Another voice interjects "WHAT?!" as the scarred man clarifies "NO. JUST THE OPPOSITE." The scene shifts to a dramatic spread with Gon and Killua facing each other against a black background with radiating lines. Killua points forward while thinking "I THINK THAT YOUNG MAN... IS THE MOST HEAVILY DAMAGED OF ALL!!" In the final panel, a shocked character exclaims "HOW CAN YOU SAY THAT?!" while Killua reacts with a surprised "!?" as background figures watch from a doorway.

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Gon stands with fists clenched, sweat flying, declaring he will put everything into the next throw. Killua, crouched nearby, approves with a simple 'Good.' In close-up, Gon wipes his face and asks if Killua is okay. Killua replies with a quiet 'Mmm' while Gon smiles confidently, saying that with only one ball left it should be fine and they should end it now. The bearded man watches with narrowed eyes, realizing Killua had held the ball for Gon without protecting his hand with Nen. He notes the damage to Killua's hands is severe. Gon shouts 'FOR MY FRIEND!!' as he launches a powerful punch, the impact shown in a large panel with the bearded man reacting in shock, comparing the force to a cannonball striking bare hands.

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The bearded man continues analyzing the exchange, noting Killua left his hand unprotected to preserve the power of Gon's punch so it would not be absorbed by the ball. He concludes the damage to Killua's hands is much more severe than Hisoka's. In a dark panel the bearded man grimaces, calling himself a fool for not being the one in there. He imagines how he would have reacted faster, using Nen only at the instant of impact to keep the attack power undiminished. Gon and Killua stand together with their backs to the viewer, listening. The bearded man suddenly widens his eyes and says 'WAIT...!' as a new realization strikes him.

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High above the court, Hisoka leaps into position as Biscuit waves frantically from the sideline. "PASS ME THE BALL! HISOKA." Biscuit catches the incoming ball and hurls it with tremendous force. The throw creates a massive shockwave that tears across the arena. "EVEN THOUGH MY THROW... ISN'T THAT POWERFUL. HA!" The ball slams into the opposing side. A small frog-like creature is struck and sent flying. "ONLY ONE LEFT... SUCCESS!" Biscuit lands in a ready stance while the ball bounces away. The impact leaves a visible dent on the court floor as motion lines emphasize the ball's speed.

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Reiza stands smiling with the ball in hand as the referee raises a hand. "REF, I HAVE A QUESTION. PAUSE!" The masked referee with a square emblem on his head listens. Razor and other players wait on the court. "FINE..." Razor responds with a stern expression. The masked referee confirms there is no rule against inside volunteers moving to the outside. Razor steps forward and gestures for someone to approach. "COME HERE." Killua watches from the side while the masked referee and Razor discuss the volunteer rule.

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The volleyball hovers in the air as a voice calls out, 'LET ME HOLD THE BALL!!' Another adds, 'GON, FOR YOUR NEXT ATTACK...' On the court, a player prepares to serve the ball high. Razor watches with a grim expression, thinking, 'THEY'RE IN NO CONDITION TO HANDLE THE BALL ANY LONGER!' and 'KILLUA'S HANDS CAN'T TAKE IT ANYMORE.' Killua and Gon stand side by side, both looking tense and focused. Killua mutters 'MMM!' while Gon replies, 'WE CAN'T DO THAT.' Razor insists, 'LET ME HOLD THE BALL WHEN YOU TAKE CARE OF REIZA.' From the background, a player declares, 'I CAN MOVE MY BODY AT HIGH SPEEDS, USING IT ONLY FOR AN INSTANT SO THE ATTACK IS PRESERVED!' Razor presses, 'WHY CAN'T YOU DO IT?' and questions 'WH...WHY?' Someone concludes, 'THIS IS THE ONLY WAY WE CAN WIN!' A large panel erupts with shock as voices cry 'WHAT KIND OF TALK IS THAT AT A TIME LIKE THIS?!' 'WHA...' and 'IF I DID IT I'D BE RUNNING AWAY!'

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Gon smiles reassuringly and says, 'IT'S NOT AS BAD AS YOU THINK.' and 'I'M ALRIGHT.' Razor, shirt torn open to reveal his scarred chest, replies, 'I TOLD YOU I WAS OKAY.' and 'THEN LET ME SEE YOUR HAND.' An injured player coughs repeatedly while hunched over. Biscuit suddenly appears and grabs someone's arm, shouting 'BISCUIT!' Killua reacts with surprise as a hand reaches out. A close-up panel shows a heavily bandaged and wounded hand with arrows indicating damage, radiating impact lines.

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Gon urges someone to talk sense into the tall man as Killua grips the ball tightly despite the pain. Voices call out that it is okay if it is just one ball and that Killua can keep going. Killua asks if anyone can feel anything past the pain. Gon reacts with surprise while Killua stares ahead and says he knows. Razor watches with a stern expression, noting that Killua's hands are injured. Someone remarks that the ball is only meant for Killua to hold. Tsezguerra-san asks Gon to please go back to the outside court. In a dramatic close-up, Biscuit leans in with wide eyes and declares that it cannot be anyone but Killua.

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Killua explains he can put all his power into the ball but is limited because he is holding it for someone else. He thinks he could hit with full power if it were Biscuit or Hisoka instead. Razor, Gon, and Biscuit exchange serious glances. The tall man tells Gon to go back now. Gon turns away with a determined look. Razor says he understands. Gon calls out to someone. Biscuit grabs Gon by the collar, reminding him they cannot even consider attacking and asking if he has forgotten that they must get the ball back from Reiza.

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Killua stares ahead with a determined expression and declares he has figured out a plan. A small screen shows a creature reacting with surprise. Hisoka, marked with a star on his cheek, smirks and says he is looking forward to trying the idea. Killua replies that he is not too sure about it. From the side, someone chuckles and apologizes to Killua for another one of his stupid ideas. Killua and Gon both react with exasperation at the comment. In the large bottom panel the referee raises his arm and announces that the match will now restart as Gon, Killua, and a tall figure stand ready on the court.

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Gon, Killua, and Hisoka react with surprise as a large stylized Japanese character dominates the panel. In the background of the arena, three small figures stand inside a marked rectangular area while swirling flame-like Nen effects rise and dissipate around them. A voice questions whether Reiza's Nen devils are disappearing. The dramatic onomatopoeia and motion lines emphasize the sudden vanishing of the summoned creatures as the three boys look on from the foreground.

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Reiza's face twists in shock as swirling energy erupts around his head. "IS RETURNING TO REIZA'S BODY!" he exclaims. Nearby, Killua stares intently, thinking, "ALL OF THE ENERGY..." In a massive burst of black aura, Razor stands tall holding a volleyball, his muscular frame surrounded by jagged energy fragments. Biscuit, wearing her headband, watches closely and asks, "DOES THIS MEAN HE WILL SHOW HIS TRUE POWER?" Razor, sweat on his brow, declares, "GATHERING ALL THE NEN BACK IN HIMSELF." With a fierce grin, Razor hurls the volleyball forward in a powerful motion, his body twisting with explosive force as motion lines streak across the panel.

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Razor's massive hand grips the volleyball tightly amid swirling black aura and motion lines. "Z..." A close-up shows his foot planted firmly. Razor speaks, "HEHE, I HAVEN'T FELT LIKE THIS FOR A LONG TIME." and "HMP, I NEVER THOUGHT I'D USE THIS!" His eyes widen in surprise as he throws the ball high into the air. "!!?" and "HE THREW THE BALL INTO THE AIR..." appear near him. Another voice wonders, "COULD IT BE." On the right, a glowing silhouette of Razor runs forward with arm raised, exclaiming, "THIS KIND OF JOY!"

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Against a pitch-black sky streaked with a brilliant starburst, a powerful figure leaps high, body coiled for a devastating strike. The volleyball arcs toward him as bold text declares "VOLLEYBALL'S..." followed by the shocked exclamation "SPIKE KILL?!" In the panels below, spectators react with wide eyes and open mouths. One shouts "LOOK AT THAT!!" while another mutters "HEY..." and a third exclaims "!!" The scene shifts to a tense close-up where Gon, Killua, and a tall muscular man with long hair and a facial mark crouch together amid heavy motion lines. The tall man grips both boys protectively as they stare upward with focused, wary expressions.

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Full-page illustration of a tall, muscular man with spiky hair standing confidently while holding a volleyball under one arm. Large text at the top reads "HUNTER X HUNTER 166 FACE OFF PART 9". Credits listed on the left include editor: knives, proofreader: krynn, quality check: s206, translator: sushijerk, scanner: ukoziak. At the bottom, the note states "THIS HAS BEEN A MANGA-SECTION RELEASE #MANGA-SECTION @ IRC.MIRCX.COM".

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Discussion

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