Hunter × Hunter chapter 91: Chapter 91 — what is in it
York Shin City arc · 19 pages · 14 characters
Key facts in this chapter
The setting is a large area covered in rubble and debris. Gon is visibly running toward the center of the scene. Two women are present and speaking with Gon about tracking and a chain user.
The long-haired man claims they are acting independently. The short-haired woman considers verifying Gon’s statement. Gon is calculating the timing of his response.
This is the title page for chapter 91. Leorio, Gon, and Killua appear together in an alley.
The scene takes place inside a heavily damaged building. Gon is directly questioned about tracking the group. A bounty from the mafia is mentioned as motivation.
The long-haired man is conducting a structured interrogation with numbered questions. Gon and Killua were trained in Zetsu and the four basic Nen principles. The interrogation focuses on identifying a chain-wielding Nen user. Gon denies knowing any chain user and states his master's Nen type.
The interrogation has reached its final question with an ultimatum. A suited man physically restrains Gon during the threat. The long-haired man offers Gon a short time limit to respond.
The long-haired woman is holding and using a cell phone. Killua physically restrains Gon from behind. A small object is crushed underfoot at the start of the sequence. Sound effects indicate sudden movement and impact.
The long-haired woman is communicating via cell phone about a captured friend. A car is shown driving through the damaged area. The background depicts a heavily destroyed urban environment. Killua and Gon are visible standing near the woman during the call.
In a vast field of rubble and shattered debris, Gon dashes forward with determination across the broken ground. A long-haired man stands watching from the left side of the scene while a short-haired woman walks away toward the right. The view shifts to a close-up of Gon’s face, sweat on his cheek and eyes wide with focus. Below, the long-haired woman stands with arms crossed and addresses Gon directly. She asks, "HE THE ONE WHO ASKED YOU TO TRACK US?" Gon responds with visible surprise, "HUH?" The short-haired woman, shown in profile, says "BOY..." and continues, "YOU KNOW THE CHAIN GUY?" while another voice states they are looking for a Nen user who has a chain.
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From above the rubble field, the long-haired man remains standing on the left while Gon continues running and the short-haired woman walks in the distance. A large speech bubble states, "I DON’T KNOW WHAT YOU’RE TALKING ABOUT. WE’RE TRACKING YOU OF OUR OWN FREE WILL." In a closer panel the short-haired woman says "YES." while the long-haired woman replies "SO?" Gon thinks to himself that a fraction of a second is enough. The long-haired woman adds that they give her some space and she is spinning. In a dramatic close-up the short-haired woman stands with hands on hips, one holding a small object, and asks "SHOULD I CHECK?" while warning "IF HE LIES TO US, HE’S A VERY GOOD LIAR."
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Leorio stands tall on the left side of a narrow alley, one hand on his hip and the other in his pocket, his jacket open over a dark shirt and his legs wrapped in bandages. In the center, Gon faces forward with a calm expression, hands in his pockets and a scarf around his neck. To the right, Killua stands with a neutral gaze, his spiky white hair catching the light and his patterned shirt and dark pants visible. The three are positioned against the backdrop of old buildings and hanging signs under an overcast sky, with the chapter number displayed prominently above them.
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In a ruined building filled with debris, a long-haired woman stands with her back to the viewer, facing Gon and a suited man. She asks, "WHY ARE YOU TRACKING US?" and labels it "QUESTION 1." Gon replies, "IN SHORT." A close-up shows Gon stating, "IF I LIE, I'M TAKING A HUGE RISK." The suited man and long-haired man listen intently. In the lower panel, the long-haired woman continues, "THE MAFIA'S GIVING A GENEROUS REWARD ON YOUR HEAD." Gon stands alone amid the rubble as she adds, "THERE ARE A LOT OF SITES THAT GIVE A LOT OF MONEY JUST TO KNOW WHERE YOU ARE."
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Gon and Killua stand before the long-haired man as he continues his interrogation. Gon explains, "I KNOW IT, BECAUSE I WANTED TO BECOME A PROFESSIONAL HUNTER." The man asks about their training, "BETTER THAN SHADOWING, IT'S A TECHNIQUE THAT ALLOWS US TO HIDE OUR PRESENCE, ZETSU. WHO TAUGHT YOU THE SHADOWING?" He labels it "QUESTION 2." A flashback panel shows a suited man identified as "A MASTER OF KUNG-FU SHINGEN" while the man presses, "WHO TAUGHT IT TO YOU?" Gon reacts with surprise at the mention of "A CHAIN?" The long-haired man leans in for "QUESTION 3," asking, "DO YOU KNOW A NEN USER WHO OWNS A CHAIN?" He notes, "YOUR MASTER DIDN'T HAVE A CHAIN AT THE RIGHT WRIST? HE'S FROM THE MANIPULATION OR TRANSFORMATION NEN TYPE." Pointing directly at Gon he adds, "UNLESS IT'S YOU?" Gon replies firmly, "AND ALL HE TAUGHT ME ARE THE FOUR BASIC PRINCIPLES!" while Killua sweats nearby. Gon concludes, "I DON'T KNOW. MY MASTER IS FROM THE REINFORCEMENT."
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The long-haired man raises two fingers and says, "THINK CALMLY. TWO CHOICES." He continues, "OK. LAST QUESTION. REALLY? TOO BAD..." while adjusting his hair. A dramatic close-up of his eyes asks, "OR LATER? YOU WANNA DIE NOW?" In the final panel the long-haired man stands with hands in pockets while a suited figure grabs Gon by the collar. The man declares, "YOU HAVE THREE SECONDS." Gon stands tense in the center with a bright impact burst behind him as the threat hangs in the air.
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A heavy boot slams down on a small round object, crushing it with a burst of impact lines. An eye widens in alarm. The long-haired woman stands holding a cell phone that flashes BEEP BEEP. In the next instant Killua appears behind Gon, one arm locked around the smaller boy's chest while his other hand grips Gon's wrist. Large black silhouettes streak past them as the word DAN erupts across the panel. Killua's foot taps the ground with a sharp TAP. The long-haired woman leans in close, her expression cold, and speaks directly to the boys: "DON'T MAKE USELESS MOVES." Gon and Killua stare up at her with wide, startled eyes.
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Gon reacts with shock, an exclamation mark bursting beside his head. The long-haired woman speaks into her phone while holding it to her ear: "YOUR FRIEND WISELY LET HIMSELF GET CAPTURED." She continues, addressing someone as "BOY..." before receiving a reply. On the other end of the line she confirms, "UNDERSTOOD, WE'RE COMING." and "YES, OK." The scene shifts to a sleek car driving across cracked pavement with a sharp Criit sound from its tires. The final panel reveals a devastated cityscape of ruined high-rise buildings reduced to skeletal frames amid piles of rubble under an overcast sky.
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Gon and Killua stand before a dilapidated multi-story building with broken windows and overgrown vines. They exchange wary glances. A short-haired woman in a dark suit leads them forward across an open, dusty lot toward a parked car where a suited man waits. The group approaches the structure as the woman gestures ahead. Inside a dim corridor, the woman opens a metal door with a sharp clac and turns back with a smile. 'Welcome to our hideout,' she says. Gon and Killua stare ahead in surprise, sweat drops visible on their faces.
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The ruined interior of the hideout is filled with rubble and broken walls. Several Phantom Troupe members are scattered throughout the space: Hisoka crouches on debris, a small girl sits reading, a masked figure perches above, a long-haired woman stands with hands on hips, and a large bandaged man sits bound in the center. The short-haired woman stands facing the bandaged man with her back to the viewer. Gon, Killua, and a spiky-haired man watch from the foreground. Close-up panels show the Troupe members' faces. Gon speaks with concern: 'We don't know each other. Hisoka... he likes Gon, he might do something for us.' Killua adds that they do not know each other either.
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In the ruined auction hall filled with scattered debris, Hisoka stands in the foreground with a star marking on his cheek, hand near his face as he watches the group. Gon, Killua, and the long-haired woman stand amid the wreckage while a suited man approaches from the side. Someone shouts 'AH!' as Hisoka mutters 'IDIOT...'. In a close panel, the long-haired woman glances sideways with 'DAMN' overhead while Gon sweats and says 'AH...'. The scene shifts to the group reacting to the arm-wrestling event. Gon points and exclaims 'THE GIRL WHO WAS IN THE ARM WRESTLING !!' as the spiky-haired man scratches his head and says 'ER... NO, ACTUALLY...'. Hisoka questions 'WHAT? THERE'S SOMEONE YOU KNOW?' while the long-haired woman looks on. Someone calls out 'HEY! THAT GIRL...' from off-panel.
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The long-haired woman sits on debris as the group discusses the previous day's arm wrestling. A voice recalls 'THE DAY BEFORE YESTERDAY, YOU LOST TO THIS KID AT ARM WRESTLING.' Another asks 'WHEN WAS THIS?' and 'NO, NOT AT ALL.' The long-haired woman questions 'YOU KNOW THEM, SHIZUKU?' while Shizuku, now shown with a skull-emblazoned mask, says 'HE'S THE KID WHO WAS ARM WRESTLING. AH... I REMEMBER.' The spiky-haired man admits 'NEVERMIND, MY MISTAKE.' and questions his own memory of using his right arm. Shizuku confirms 'YES.' and states 'SO, YOU WON AGAINST SHIZUKU?' The suited man with a phone declares 'IF I HAD KNOWN SHE WAS IN THE RYODAN...' before the long-haired woman agrees to 'PLAY AGAINST ME.' and ends with 'FINE.'
In the ruined hall, onlookers watch as the arm-wrestling contest restarts. A voice calls out, 'ONE MORE TIME.' The long-haired man and Gon lock hands across the table. The man declares, 'READY...' With a thunderous 'VLAM,' the match erupts as their arms slam down amid motion lines and impact bursts. Close-up panels capture the strain: the man's focused eyes and Gon's intense stare. The table shakes under the pressure. Bottom panels show sweat flying as repeated 'DOM DOM' sound effects mark each surge of force. Gon grits his teeth, eyes wide with effort, while the long-haired man maintains a calm, steady gaze. Background figures remain still, observing the duel in silence.
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The arm-wrestling continues with another heavy 'VLAM' impact. Hisoka stands in the background, watching with a slight smile beside Killua, whose eyes are wide with surprise. The long-haired man and Gon remain locked in struggle. A panel shows the man's hand gripping tightly. Nearby, a bandaged figure and others discuss rankings. The long-haired man states, '7TH OR 8TH, I THINK.' Another asks, 'WHAT'S MY RANKING IN THE RYODAN FOR ARM WRESTLING?' The man replies, 'NOT WEAK, BUT NOT STRONG...' In the final panel the long-haired man reflects, 'IT SEEMS HE'S BEEN KILLED BY THAT GUY WITH A CHAIN. THE STRONGEST OF US WAS A GUY NAMED LIBOIGIN.' Someone mutters, 'PFFF...'
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A tense standoff erupts as a headband-wearing man slams his hand down with a loud VLAM and snarls, "NEXT TIME YOU OPEN THAT MOUTH WITHOUT PERMISSION, I KILL YOU." Gon stares forward with wide, startled eyes. The long-haired man leans in and says, "BOY..." while another voice adds, "WE ALREADY TOLD YOU THAT WE DON'T KNOW HIM, DIDN'T WE?" A close-up of a sweating face demands, "ONE MORE TIME." The discussion turns to the fallen comrade. "I'M THE ONE WHO KNEW HIM THE BEST," states a voice. "WE KNEW EACH OTHER BEFORE JOINING THE RYODAN," recalls another. "WE HIT EACH OTHER LIKE KIDS, AND I ALWAYS LOST." The long-haired man seated at the table continues, "HE WAS QUITE DEMANDING ABOUT PUNCTUALITY. HE OFTEN ARGUED WITH FRANKLIN AND I BECAUSE OF OUR TARDINESS." He adds, "HE USED REINFORCEMENT. WE WERE LIKE TWO FINGERS OF ONE HAND." A clenched fist tightens with a CRIC sound.
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A scarred, intense man with spiky hair leans forward, eyes wide with fury, declaring, "IT'S NOT POSSIBLE THAT HE LOST WHILE FIGHTING LOYALLY. HE MUST HAVE FALLEN INTO SOME KIND OF COWARD'S TRAP!! I'M POSITIVE!" His fist clenches tightly with CRIC SFX. Nearby, Killua sweats and states, "EVEN IF I HAVE TO KILL TENS OF PEOPLE, I'LL FIND HIM... I WON'T EVER FORGIVE HIM!" A voice explains, "HE WAS HIRED BY NOSTRADE CLAN." Another adds, "THE CHAIN GUY MUST HAVE A STRONG FEELING OF HATE AGAINST US." The scarred man growls, "IF YOU HAVE ANY IDEA SAY IT WITHOUT HESITATION. YOU MIGHT NOT KNOW HIM DIRECTLY, BUT YOU COULD HAVE HEARD RUMORS ABOUT HIM. TRY TO REMEMBER." Gon and Killua react with shock as Gon exclaims, "NO..." and thinks, "HATRED AGAINST THE RYODAN... HIRED RECENTLY..."
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Gon stares with wide, sweating eyes, visibly shaken. The long-haired man with a facial scar responds coldly, 'WHAT?' followed by 'EVEN IF I KNEW, I WOULDN'T TELL YOU ANYTHING.' and 'I DON'T KNOW.' Killua and a masked long-haired woman watch from the side. A hand grips tightly with the SFX 'GRIC ガリ…'. In a large close-up, Gon declares, 'I WAS THINKING YOU COULDN'T CRY, NOR DID YOU HAVE A HEART.' and 'BEING ABLE TO CRY FOR HIS COMPANION.' The scene shifts to Gon and the long-haired man locked in a fierce fist-clench, both grunting 'GRIC' 'GRIC' as the man asks, 'EVEN A LITTLE... DON'T YOU SHARE THAT FEELING...' and 'BUT IN THAT CASE, WHY...' with a shocked '!?'.
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Gon lunges forward with a furious expression, shouting '...WITH ALL THE PEOPLE YOU KILL !!!' The massive impact 'VLAM' strikes the long-haired man directly, sending shockwaves and debris flying outward from the point of contact.
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Killua sits on the floor in a relaxed yet alert posture, leaning back on his left hand for support. His right arm extends forward with fingers loosely curled as if reacting to something off-panel. He wears a black tank top, torn shorts, and his signature black-and-white boots with circular soles. His spiky hair stands on end, and his eyes are directed to the right with a neutral, slightly wary expression on his face. The vast empty space around him emphasizes the isolated moment.
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Discussion
Gon and Killua are brought to a ruined building by a short-haired woman in a suit. The woman opens a metal door and welcomes them inside.
The Phantom Troupe is gathered inside a destroyed building. Gon and Killua have been brought face-to-face with multiple Troupe members including Hisoka.
The auction hall is heavily damaged with debris everywhere. Hisoka has a star marking on his left cheek. Gon recognizes the long-haired woman from a prior arm-wrestling match. The long-haired woman shows no immediate recognition of the boys.
Shizuku wears a distinctive skull-patterned mask. The long-haired woman is identified as part of the Ryodan. The arm-wrestling match occurred the day before yesterday. The suited man is speaking on a phone during the discussion.
The arm-wrestling match between the long-haired man and Gon is underway. A powerful slam occurs with visible impact effects. Onlookers are present in the background of the ruined setting.
Hisoka and Killua observe the arm-wrestling match. The long-haired man discusses Ryodan arm-wrestling rankings. Reference is made to a deceased member named Liboigin killed by a chain user.
The group is discussing a deceased Ryodan member they knew well. The deceased argued about punctuality with Franklin. The deceased used reinforcement technique with two fingers. Gon is present and visibly shocked during the conversation. Nobunaga is the long-haired man speaking at the table.
The deceased Ryodan member did not lose in loyal combat according to the speaker. The killer is suspected to be hired by the Nostrade clan. Killua expresses intent to kill many to find the culprit. Gon realizes the hatred against the Ryodan is recent. Nobunaga is the scarred man making the trap accusation.
Gon is visibly emotional and confrontational. The long-haired man denies knowledge of the companion's fate. Gon references the man's ability to cry for a companion. Physical tension escalates into a direct fist grip between Gon and the long-haired man.
Gon delivers a powerful strike to the long-haired man. The attack is accompanied by a loud impact sound effect.
What is said, page by page
Long-haired woman asks if Gon is the one who asked them to track the group. Unseen speaker states they are looking for a Nen user who has a chain. Gon reacts with surprise to the question about the chain user. Short-haired woman addresses Gon as "boy" and asks if he knows the chain guy.
Long-haired man states they are tracking the group of their own free will. Short-haired woman confirms with "YES." Long-haired woman responds "SO?" Gon internally notes that a fraction of a second is enough. Long-haired woman mentions being given space and spinning. Short-haired woman asks if she should check and warns that a liar would be very good at it.
Long-haired woman asks why they are being tracked and labels it Question 1. Gon begins his answer with 'In short.' Gon warns that lying would mean taking a huge risk. Long-haired woman states the mafia is offering a generous reward for their heads. Long-haired woman notes there are many sites offering money to reveal their location.
Gon states he knows Zetsu because he once aimed to become a professional Hunter. Long-haired man asks who taught Gon and Killua the shadowing technique, labeling it Question 2. Long-haired man inquires who taught kung-fu Shingen to the boys. Long-haired man asks if they know a Nen user who owns a chain, labeling it Question 3. Long-haired man suggests the chain user must be a Manipulation or Transformation type unless it is Gon himself. Gon answers that his master only taught the four basic principles and is an Enhancement type.
Long-haired man tells Gon to think calmly and presents two choices. Long-haired man announces the last question and expresses mild disappointment. Long-haired man asks whether Gon wants to die now or later. Long-haired man gives Gon three seconds to answer.
Long-haired woman on phone with beeping alert, neutral expression Long-haired woman warns the boys not to attempt anything pointless, cold and threatening tone
Long-haired woman tells the listener that the boy's friend allowed himself to be captured, calm and matter-of-fact Long-haired woman addresses the person on the phone as boy Long-haired woman confirms they are coming and agrees with the caller
Short-haired woman greets Gon and Killua while opening the door, inviting them into the hideout with a calm smile
Gon expresses uncertainty about the Troupe members and mentions Hisoka's possible interest in him Killua states that the group does not know each other
Hisoka mutters 'IDIOT...' while observing the group. Someone shouts 'AH!' in surprise at the scene. Long-haired woman thinks 'DAMN'. Gon reacts with 'AH...'. Gon identifies 'THE GIRL WHO WAS IN THE ARM WRESTLING !!'. Spiky-haired man replies 'ER... NO, ACTUALLY...'. Hisoka asks 'WHAT? THERE'S SOMEONE YOU KNOW?'. An unseen speaker calls 'HEY! THAT GIRL...'
A voice states 'THE DAY BEFORE YESTERDAY, YOU LOST TO THIS KID AT ARM WRESTLING.' Someone asks 'WHEN WAS THIS?' The long-haired woman replies 'NO, NOT AT ALL.' Shizuku asks 'YOU KNOW THEM, SHIZUKU?' Shizuku recognizes 'HE'S THE KID WHO WAS ARM WRESTLING. AH... I REMEMBER.' The spiky-haired man says 'NEVERMIND, MY MISTAKE.' The spiky-haired man wonders 'WHY WOULD I HAVE DONE THAT, WHEN I'M LEFT HANDED?' Shizuku confirms 'YES.' The suited man notes 'SO, YOU WON AGAINST SHIZUKU?' The suited man says 'IF I HAD KNOWN SHE WAS IN THE RYODAN...' The long-haired woman agrees 'PLAY AGAINST ME.' The suited man concludes 'FINE.'
Unseen speaker calls for one more round in a small panel. Long-haired man tells Gon he is ready before the match begins. Impact sounds 'DOM' punctuate the intense arm-wrestling exchange.
Long-haired man assesses his own arm-wrestling rank as seventh or eighth. Unidentified speaker inquires about personal ranking within the Ryodan. Long-haired man describes the strongest member as Liboigin, killed by a chain user.
Headband man threatens to kill if mouth opens without permission. Long-haired man addresses Gon directly as boy. Unseen speaker reminds they already said they do not know him. Sweaty-faced man insists on hearing the story one more time. Voice claims to have known the deceased best before Ryodan. Speaker recalls childhood fights where he always lost. Long-haired man describes demanding punctuality and arguments with Franklin. Long-haired man notes the deceased used reinforcement like two fingers of one hand.
Scarred man insists the death was a coward's trap not loyal combat. Killua vows to kill tens of people to find and never forgive the killer. Voice states the killer was hired by Nostrade clan. Speaker claims the chain guy holds strong hate against the Ryodan. Scarred man demands any idea about the target be shared without hesitation. Gon reacts with NO and notes recent hiring due to hatred against Ryodan.
Long-haired man reacts with surprise: 'WHAT?' Long-haired man refuses to answer: 'EVEN IF I KNEW, I WOULDN'T TELL YOU ANYTHING.' Long-haired man claims ignorance: 'I DON'T KNOW.' Gon questions the man's capacity for emotion about his companion. Long-haired man asks if Gon shares the feeling of loss. Long-haired man questions the contradiction in Gon's words.
Gon accuses the man while attacking: '...WITH ALL THE PEOPLE YOU KILL !!!'