Hunter × Hunter Chapter 216: The Republic of East Goruto
Hunter × Hunter chapter 216: The Republic of East Goruto — what is in it
Chimera Ant arc · 16 pages · 37 characters
Key facts in this chapter
Chapter title appears at the top of the page. Gon and Killua exchange a WOO exclamation in the final panel.
Killua vows to become stronger and not disappoint Kaito. Killua believes Knuckle and others will rescue Kaito.
The woman references having traveled with Kite longer than Gon and Killua. Gon shows strong determination in response to the woman's challenge. The scene takes place partly on wooden stairs with personal belongings scattered.
The woman is named Spina and grew up in a mining area with Stin. Kite provided financial support to Spina and another child when they had nothing. Spina purchased the entire mining area after Kite's contribution.
Narration describes an unchanging memory of Kokuchi swans at sunrise. Kaito is referenced as having made one significant statement. The location was later designated a potential dumping ground. The silhouetted figure is said to not know his birthplace. The silhouetted figure has no place to call home. The promise to reveal the site is tied to mission completion.
Scene takes place inside a wooden building with ornate pillars. A long-haired woman holds an open scroll before the attack. Two robed figures stand with backs partially turned. A small creature suddenly attacks the woman's head. Blood is visibly sprayed from the impact site. Large stylized Japanese SFX accompany the assault.
A character reaches a large tree and calls it the goal. A feline humanoid identifies as the Speed King. The feline humanoid claims nothing can stop them.
A vast rocky landscape of towering stone formations stretches under the sky. The chapter title reads No.216◆THE REPUBLIC OF EAST GORUTO. In a close-up, Gon lies on his back with spiky hair and wide eyes. A truck drives away with trailing dots. A long-haired girl reads an open book intently. Inside a wooden room, Gon sits on the floor with knees drawn up while Killua hunches forward; a small armored figure lies nearby. Sound effects show rattling impacts. In the final panels Gon and Killua clasp hands, both exclaiming WOO.
Killua appears in extreme close-up, face contorted with rage, fist raised, shouting WOO GA— —!!!! amid impact lines. In the next panels Killua stands in profile declaring I'M BACK UP ON MY FEET!! with a Hmph!! sound. Gon responds OKAY!! from the side. Killua's intense eyes fill a panel as he thinks SINCE KNUCKLE AND EVERYONE WILL DEFINITELY RESCUE KAITO.... He continues I'M GONNA BECOME STRONGER! and later I WON'T DISAPPOINT KAITO WHEN HE RETURNS. Killua stands determined with clenched fists while Gon watches from the background.
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A woman with long hair and a wide hat sits reading an ornate book. She speaks firmly: "I was going to kick you off if you didn't shape up by the time we passed this mountain." Kaito probably wouldn't want to see you guys if he knew you were being like this. The boy with spiky hair, Gon, listens as she continues, "So you've known all along. Oh? We've been with him longer. Even though you may have met him before us..." In a dramatic close-up she leans forward intensely, declaring, "What I want from you two isn't regret or remorse!! He is most definitely still alive." Close-ups follow of an eye and a pointing finger as she urges, "All the way through! Show the determination to see it through... Make the right decision and... What is it that you have to do right now?" Gon responds with fierce resolve, "Ex-actly. Yeah!" The woman, now seated on wooden stairs with Gon standing nearby and a small round creature beside her, adds, "If you're weak, train. Even here, you can at least do squats or pushups, right?"
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A flashback panel shows a bearded man hanging upside down asking, "Why do you want to become a Hunter?" The woman answers, "I have a huge debt to pay off." In a desert landscape labeled "SPINA," a small figure walks among rocky formations. Close-ups show wide eyes and the woman continuing, "The reason for that is still unknown...whether it's because of the water, the food, or the climate... They're birds who only live around certain mining areas. Yup. Have you ever heard of Kokuchi swans?" She adjusts her hat and explains, "Kaito was the first adult to seriously listen to us - two kids with absolutely nothing. Although, to be honest, there's really not much left of it. So I just bought the entire area." The final panel shows a dark silhouette of hills labeled "OUR HOME" and "That mining area is where Stin and I grew up..."
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It is the oldest memory I possess, and will never fade. The beautiful sight of the tens of thousands of Kokuchi swans taking flight with the sunrise every morning... A young woman with long hair and a hat chews bubble gum while recalling Kaito's words. "That he envied us," she says. "Kaito only said one thing... Just how important it was to me. I only realized after it was designated to be a potential dumping ground..." A lone silhouetted figure stands holding a sword. "He doesn't even know where he was born. He doesn't have a place to call home." The young woman continues, "I will show it to you guys... when we've completed this mission..." Killua and a small wide-eyed companion look on. A final oval caption declares, "MY TREASURE."
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Inside a wooden structure with carved pillars, two robed figures converse at a counter while a long-haired young woman in a kimono stands holding an open scroll. Large black Japanese sound effects erupt across the panel. The woman turns sharply, eyes wide. A close-up shows her hair whipping as a small creature with mandibles latches onto her head, blood spraying. Impact SFX and motion lines emphasize the sudden attack. The creature is flung away in the final panel amid more large SFX.
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A lone figure sprints across open ground toward a massive, ancient tree with sprawling roots. The runner raises an arm triumphantly and shouts, "GOAL!" In a close-up, a feline humanoid with wild hair, cat ears, and a scarred cheek glares forward with intense eyes. A vertical box declares "I AM" while a large speech bubble proclaims "THE SPEED KING!!" Below, the creature's clawed foot slams into the dirt as two massive circular bursts of text explode outward: "THAT CAN STOP ME!!" and "THERE IS NOBODY."
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A crocodile-like creature lounges while declaring it will take its time. It muses that at that speed Zitoh is probably past the borders by now. The creature envisions "A PARADISE ALL TO MYSELF" filled with "AN ABUNDANCE OF FOOD AND FEMALES." It continues that cows, pigs, humans, and boars do not matter as long as there are plenty of them. A close-up shows its eye as it concludes "AFTER ALL..." On the right side of the page, a massive impact erupts with radiating speed lines and the word "root" visible near the bottom.
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A lone muscular figure with a long tail stands on cracked ground beneath a massive glowing ring, hands on hips, declaring, "I AM THE GLUTTON KING." A huge crocodile-like beast lies sprawled nearby amid scattered debris and impact marks. In another scene, several chimeric figures gather on rocky terrain: a lion-headed soldier, a floating monkey-like creature, a small winged girl with a tail, a long-haired person seen from behind, and a hooded figure with a pot. Text boxes state that those who were once soldiers have each started on their own path to become king. The sequence ends on a close view of a person in a striped hat and dark jacket, with the words "THE KING..." and "AND" framing the panel.
A grand domed palace complex rises in a vast desert landscape. A winged figure with a long tail flies low over the central avenue toward the main building. Text on the right states that someone has arrived at the Republic of East Goruto. In the foreground, broken stone fragments lie scattered. The final panel shows a close-up of the striped-hat observer, eyes narrowed, with a small speech bubble reading "HMM."
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A close-up shows a pair of feet in striped leg wraps and dark toe guards stepping onto a dusty surface. Nearby soldiers in camouflage uniforms and helmets stare in surprise. One mutters, "LOOKS LIKE IT." Another questions, "A COSTUME?" A third blurts, "WHAT THE HELL IS THAT?!" with a sharp "!!" reaction. In a wide view, a tall armored figure stands with its back to the viewer, its segmented tail-like appendage raised and aimed forward like a weapon. Camouflaged soldiers surround the area, some aiming rifles. The armored figure suddenly strikes; soldiers are hurled through the air amid violent impact lines and debris. In the final panels, remaining soldiers shout warnings: "IF YOU DON'T COMPL..." and "LEAVE THESE PREMISES AT ONCE!!" as the confrontation escalates.
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A full-page chaotic splash depicts a heavily distorted and fragmented figure amid dense ink splatters, scratches, and black blots. The image is almost entirely obscured by violent scribbles and explosive marks, suggesting an overwhelming impact or transformation occurring in the center of the frame.
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On a brightly lit stage, a troupe of costumed performers dances to lively music as musical notes float through the air. A young woman in a revealing bunny outfit stands at the front of the stage, one arm extended as she calls out, "INTRUDERS? GET RID OF THEM." Seated below in a grand chair, a heavyset man with glasses and a scar on his cheek waves off the concern, declaring, "DON'T BOTHER ME WITH EVERY LITTLE THING THAT COMES UP!" He then lifts a cell phone to his ear and states firmly, "I'M BUSY RIGHT NOW!" In a lower panel the same man bursts into laughter, clapping his hands together with "HO HO HO" while his body shakes. He is next shown happily eating from a large bowl of food with chopsticks. A close-up focuses on a fluffy pom-pom tail attached to someone's rear. The final panel shows a figure tumbling violently to the floor with a loud crash sound effect as an unseen voice remarks, "WHAT AN IDIOT..."
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In a vast, columned palace hall with a checkered floor, several figures stand at a distance. The Chimera Ant King stands prominently in the foreground, arms crossed, addressing unseen intruders. He states, "I DON'T KNOW WHICH COUNTRY'S MILITARY YOU GUYS BELONG TO... BUT AS LONG AS YOU'VE TRESPASSED INTO THIS PALACE, DON'T EXPECT A COMFORTABLE DEATH." Behind him, Shaiapouf and other Royal Guards are visible. A close-up shows Knuckle Bine with a serious expression, while another panel captures Killua's intense gaze. An unseen voice says "MMMM." A Royal Guard addresses the King with "YOUR MAJESTY." The Chimera Ant King continues, "I CAN SENSE IT EVEN WITHOUT CONCENTRATING MY EYES," his massive form dominating the lower panel as he looks toward the distant figures in the hall.
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Against a pitch-black background, a powerful silhouette stands amid roaring white flames. A voice declares, "IT'S A RARE PREY." In a tight close-up, a wide, grinning mouth fills the panel as the speaker continues, "MY MOUTH IS WATER-ING..." Below, a horizontal strip shows a clawed hand reaching upward amid heavy Japanese sound effects. The scene shifts to a tense close-up of a spiky-haired man in a high-collared outfit, sweat on his face, eyes wide with shock. Speech bubbles read "THIS... THIS IS..." while onomatopoeia "ゴゴゴゴ" rumbles around him. In the background, a worried man with a ponytail watches. The final panel reveals a grotesque, fleshy surface riddled with dark holes and textured ridges.
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Discussion
A crocodile-like chimera ant plans to create its own paradise. The creature mentions Zitoh moving at high speed past borders. A large impact or attack occurs on the right side of the page.
A character self-identifies as the Glutton King. Multiple chimeric beings are shown diverging from their former soldier roles. The striped-hat observer appears at the bottom of the page.
A winged figure approaches a large palace in a desert setting. The location is identified as the Republic of East Goruto. The striped-hat observer reacts with a thoughtful sound.
Soldiers react with confusion to the approaching figure. The armored figure possesses a long flexible tail weapon. Multiple camouflaged soldiers are present and armed. The attack sends several soldiers flying. A direct order to leave the premises is issued.
Page consists of a single full-bleed abstract panel. Heavy ink damage and scribbles dominate the composition. Central figure is almost completely obscured.
A stage performance is underway with multiple dancers. The bunny girl stands on the raised stage platform. The large man receives a phone call while watching the show. Food is visible on the table in front of the large man. A character falls with a crash sound effect.
The scene takes place inside a large palace interior. Multiple figures are visible at varying distances. The Chimera Ant King is the central speaking figure. Knuckle Bine and Killua appear in close-up panels. Royal Guards stand near the King.
A rare prey is announced against a dramatic flame silhouette. A character expresses physical hunger with watering mouth. Intense reaction and rumbling SFX indicate a major revelation or threat.
What is said, page by page
Gon and Killua both shout WOO while holding hands.
Killua shouts WOO GA— —!!!! in a large burst panel. Killua declares I'M BACK UP ON MY FEET!! with Hmph!! Gon answers OKAY!! Killua thinks SINCE KNUCKLE AND EVERYONE WILL DEFINITELY RESCUE KAITO... Killua states I'M GONNA BECOME STRONGER! Killua vows I WON'T DISAPPOINT KAITO WHEN HE RETURNS.
woman with wide hat states she was ready to kick them off the mountain if they didn't improve woman with wide hat notes Kaito wouldn't want to see them like this woman with wide hat confirms she has known all along woman with wide hat asserts Kite is definitely still alive woman with wide hat demands they make the right decision now Gon agrees exactly and shouts yeah woman with wide hat tells Gon to train if weak, even doing squats here
bearded man asks why she wants to become a Hunter woman with wide hat says she needs money to pay off a huge debt woman with wide hat discusses unknown reason possibly linked to water food or climate woman with wide hat mentions Kokuchi swans living in mining areas woman with wide hat reveals Kite was the first adult who listened to them woman with wide hat admits she bought the entire mining area woman with wide hat states the mining area is where Stin and she grew up
long-haired girl in hat states that Kaito envied them long-haired girl in hat recalls Kaito's single important statement long-haired girl in hat explains she only understood the site's value later unseen narrator notes the figure lacks knowledge of his birthplace unseen narrator states the figure has no home long-haired girl in hat promises to show the location after the mission final caption identifies the sight as 'MY TREASURE'
small speech bubble with question mark appears near the woman
runner shouts "GOAL!" upon reaching the tree feline humanoid declares "I AM THE SPEED KING!!" feline humanoid asserts "THAT CAN STOP ME!!" and "THERE IS NOBODY"
crocodile-like creature says it will take its time looking crocodile-like creature notes Zitoh is probably past the borders crocodile-like creature describes a paradise with abundance of food and females crocodile-like creature states cows, pigs, humans, boars do not matter crocodile-like creature concludes "AFTER ALL..."
Muscular tailed man boldly declares his title as the Glutton King. Narration notes that former soldiers have each begun their own path to kingship. Narration refers to those who were once soldiers.
Narration announces arrival at the Republic of East Goruto. Striped-hat observer mutters "HMM."
soldier states "LOOKS LIKE IT." soldier asks "A COSTUME?" soldier exclaims "WHAT THE HELL IS THAT?!" soldier reacts with "!!" soldier warns "IF YOU DON'T COMPL..." soldier orders "LEAVE THESE PREMISES AT ONCE!!"
bunny girl performer orders removal of intruders large man with glasses dismisses minor issues while seated large man with glasses states he is busy during phone call large man with glasses laughs heartily at the situation unseen speaker calls someone an idiot after a fall
Chimera Ant King admits uncertainty about intruders' military origin Chimera Ant King warns trespassers of an uncomfortable death unseen speaker makes a thoughtful sound Royal Guard addresses the King respectfully Chimera Ant King states he can sense without concentrating
Unseen speaker states it is rare prey, setting a predatory tone. Close-up mouth expresses growing hunger and anticipation. Shocked character reacts to an overwhelming sight with repeated 'this is'.