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Hunter × Hunter Chapter 14: A Game at Midnight (2)
- Chapter
- 14
- Summarised
- Pages
- 20
- Arc
- Hunter Exam
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- Chapter 13
- Next
- Chapter 15
Chapter 14 summary
Gon and Killua team up against Netero in the ball game but struggle to make progress despite coordinated attacks. Killua withdraws after realizing Netero is holding back his right hand and left foot, leaving Gon to continue alone. Gon persists until he forces Netero to use his right hand and claims victory. The group later arrives at the Shrewd-ness Tower where the third trial requires reaching the bottom within 72 hours. Gon and Killua prepare to descend the tower entrance.
19 key facts · 8 characters
Key facts in chapter 14
- Scene occurs inside a training space with visible floor and pillars. Clock indicates time is nearly midnight during the exercise.
- Action shifts to an aerial or zero-gravity style environment. Chapter 14 continues with Netero, Gon, and Killua in free-fall.
- Scene occurs during a ball game between Gon, Killua and Netero. Netero holds the ball while seated on the floor. Gon and Killua show visible signs of physical strain.
- Gon uses an unconventional shoe-sliding attack on Netero. Netero remains in possession of the ball during the exchange. Killua positions himself for a follow-up action.
- Gon fails to intercept the ball during the play. Netero warns the boys of danger while the ball is loose. Both Gon and Killua end up on the floor after the sequence.
- Scene shows Gon and Killua attempting to catch the ball from Netero. Netero uses aura extension to intercept the ball midair.
- Gon and Killua fail to keep the ball after Netero's counter. Netero retrieves the ball on the ground.
- Netero praises Gon and Killua for nearly catching the ball. Killua concedes defeat while Gon shows renewed determination.
- Killua and Gon are discussing Netero's use of only one hand and one foot during the ball game.
- Netero catches the ball mid-air during the exchange with Gon and Killua.
- Netero demonstrates superior technique by catching the ball effortlessly.
- Spiky-haired boy is examinee 311. Scene occurs inside a building with arched doorway and tiled floor. Boy removes outer clothing layer during the sequence.
- Old man uses ball as central object in evasion test. Boy demonstrates rapid dodging with afterimage effects. Page shows alternating close-ups of eyes and full-body action.
- Old man lands a direct hit on boy's stomach after feint. Impact causes boy to collapse on the striped floor. Test involves ball as weapon-like object in close combat.
- Gon and old man with ponytail are engaged in a fast-paced ball game. The game occurs on the deck of an airship. Gon uses only his feet while the old man uses hands.
- Gon wins the ball game against the old man. The old man used his right hand during the match. The scene transitions to the interior of the airship.
- Gon, Killua, Hisoka, Leorio and Kurapika are traveling together on the airship. The airship is approaching landing over mountainous terrain. The group has been resting during the flight.
- Airship arrives at the trial location carrying the third trial examiner. Applicants have reached an empty stone platform at the base of a tall pillar.
- Third trial is located at Shrewdness Tower. Applicants must descend the tower alive within a 72-hour limit.
Symbols and visual details19 · show
- Top row of three small panels showing falling MPF droplets, damaged robot on floor, and clock face near midnight. Gon standing on right watching the action with focused posture. Netero and Killua shown mid-clash with motion lines and dynamic poses. Striped ball floating near Netero in lower panel. Netero depicted with open mouth and raised hand gesture. Close-up panel of Gon with sweat drops and intense forward stare. Close-up panel of Killua with spiky hair, gritted teeth, and sweat. SFX text NOW! and GO! placed beside Gon and Killua faces. Page number 107 visible at bottom left.
- Full-page spread of three figures tumbling through air against starry black background. Netero positioned centrally with arms outstretched and flowing beard. Gon on left reaching forward with both arms extended. Killua on right twisting mid-air with one arm raised and spiky hair flared. Striped ball visible near bottom of composition. Small spaceship-like object floating in upper starry area. Chapter number box N°014 placed on left side. Title banner A GAME AT MIDNIGHT [2] across lower section. Tic Tac clock icons at very bottom of page.
- Gon shown in profile with heavy sweat drops on face and tense expression while thinking. Netero sits relaxed cross-legged holding the ball with minimal sweat visible. Killua kneels nearby with wide eyes and open mouth showing surprise. Large black panel with white starburst effect containing the word INCREDIBLE. Close-up of striped ball in motion with speed lines and impact SFX. Gon and Killua both shown sweating heavily in same panel. Netero maintains calm seated posture despite ongoing action. Panel composition emphasizes contrast between relaxed elder and strained boys. Sweat drops and motion lines used to show exhaustion on the boys. Ball positioned centrally in action panel with radiating speed lines.
- Netero shown with surprised expression after being hit by sliding shoe. Gon lunges forward with arm extended toward Netero. Killua watches with wide eyes from the side. Vertical striped background suggesting indoor wall or curtain. Large motion lines and impact SFX around Netero and Gon during clash. Netero reaches out with open hand while ball is in mid-air. Killua shown in dynamic pose reaching toward the ball. Netero depicted with exaggerated facial features during impact. Ball with dark stripe visible between characters. Panel shows broken or cracked wall elements near the action. Gon and Killua both airborne or leaning in aggressive postures. Netero maintains grip on ball despite being tackled.
- Gon lunges desperately with outstretched hand and motion lines. Netero reaches forward with surprised wide-eyed expression. Ball flies past Gon toward the background. Killua and Gon shown falling or sprawled on the floor. Netero extends arm while yelling a warning. Dark panel with small white dots and star-like effect. Gon shown upside down or mid-air during failed reach. Netero depicted with open mouth and reaching fingers. Ball rolls on the ground near Netero. Killua and Gon both on the floor with limbs splayed. Impact SFX and motion lines around Netero in final panels. Netero shown with sweat drops after the exchange.
- Gon and Killua soar through air with arms extended toward striped ball between them. Killua has spiky hair and open mouth in triumphant pose. Gon has determined expression with outstretched hands. Heavy motion lines radiate outward from central action. Netero stands small and ready far below on ground. Netero extends massive claw-like aura forward in slash. Striped ball shows clear horizontal shading pattern. Killua wears dark short-sleeved top and pants. Gon wears light sleeveless top and shorts. SFX 'DAN' and 'PFF' placed near Netero's attack. Small distant Netero silhouette visible under the boys.
- Gon and Killua shown in close-up with shocked wide eyes and open mouths. Small panel displays 'FU' flash effect between their faces. Netero's large claw aura strikes downward with sharp lines. Gon falls backward with surprised posture. Killua kneels on ground reaching forward with one hand. Broken aura fragments scatter near impact zone. Horizontal speed lines fill background behind characters. Gon wears light shirt and shorts while airborne. Killua wears dark shirt and shorts in crouched position. Bottom panel shows all three characters sprawled on floor. Striped ball rests near Netero's hand on ground.
- Gon sits on floor looking upward with neutral expression. Gon stands up with clenched fists and determined face. Netero appears in dramatic close-up holding striped ball. Netero has long beard and focused gaze while speaking. Killua stands with hands on hips and sweat drops visible. Killua has spiky hair and dark outfit. Small panel shows cracked wall surface. Gon shown sweating with wide eyes in final panel. Netero holds ball in one hand while gesturing with other. SFX 'TAK' placed near Netero's movement. Gon has light shirt and shorts with visible sweat.
- Killua turns sharply toward Gon with narrowed eyes and tense posture in close-up. Gon stares back with wide eyes and open mouth showing surprise. Killua appears in large close-up with heavy sweat drops and grim expression. Killua's hair spikes upward with motion lines indicating agitation. Gon wears sleeveless top with visible sweat on arms and face. Dark background panel emphasizes Killua's profile and sweat. Speech bubbles positioned above and beside characters with sharp tails. Killua's clenched jaw and downward gaze convey frustration. Gon's raised hand near chest suggests defensive or questioning gesture. Close-up framing isolates Killua's face against solid black background. Sweat droplets drawn prominently on Killua's temple and cheek. Gon positioned slightly lower in panel with upward gaze toward Killua.
- Killua points forward with extended arm and determined expression. Gon replies with wide eyes and sweat drops on face. Netero shown in close-up with smirk and narrowed eyes. Killua's eyes widen dramatically with disbelief lines around head. Netero appears in small panel with hand near face observing the boys. Killua turns away with back partially visible and motion lines. Gon stands facing Netero with open mouth and pointing gesture later. Background shows simple indoor setting with door and floor lines. Netero holds ball in one hand while speaking to the boys. Killua's hair spikes with shock lines radiating outward. Netero depicted with beard and loose clothing in dynamic pose. Panel composition alternates between close-ups and wider shots of the group.
- Netero snatches ball from air with outstretched hand and motion lines. Netero faces Gon and Killua while holding the ball. Gon reaches forward with extended arm toward Netero. Netero shown in large dynamic panel with speed lines and ball in hand. Killua appears in dark close-up with shadowed face and sweat. Killua stands alone in hallway with back to viewer and head lowered. Netero lunges forward with ball creating impact lines. Gon holds ball with both hands looking surprised. Killua's face partially hidden in shadow with single sweat drop. Netero depicted with flowing beard and intense expression during movement. Background includes arched doorway and simple wall textures. Panel uses radial speed lines to emphasize Netero's speed and power.
- Spiky-haired boy with number 311 stands in foreground with neutral expression and bare torso after clothing shift. Angry examinees in matching uniforms surround the boy with furrowed brows and open shouting mouths. Large sweat drops visible on multiple examinee faces indicating physical exertion or irritation. Sound effect TAK placed vertically near doorway in background panel. Boy's back view shows short skirt-like garment and spiky hair silhouette against arched doorway. Close-up panel of boy's intense wide-eyed stare with sweat line on cheek. Scattered examinees in background with varied hair styles and numbered shirts. Boy's thought panel shows fragmented ball and motion lines with dark shading on edges. Clothing remnants hang from boy's shoulders in lower panel indicating rapid removal. Examinee with short hair points finger while another glares from side angle.
- Old man with beard and tank top holds ball while crouched in wide stance facing spiky-haired boy. Multiple large ZAT sound effects with sharp line bursts fill upper panel indicating rapid motion. Boy in shorts dodges with blurred limbs and SHU effects around head and body. Close-up eye panels show boy's focused gaze with horizontal shading lines. Old man performs TAP HOP sequence with ball bouncing between hands and feet. Smaller panels depict boy in multiple afterimage positions during evasion. Sweat drops fly from old man's head during movement. Lower panels show old man with ZON effect and boy with wide surprised eyes. Striped floor background emphasizes horizontal motion lines across action panels. Boy's hair spikes emphasized with motion blur during quick shifts.
- Old man leaps high with ball raised overhead in dramatic upward pose. Large impact lines and DON sound effect explode from boy's stomach area. Boy's eyes widen in shock with open mouth as strike lands. Old man twists mid-air with flowing hair and extended leg. HE FEINTED text appears in speech bubble near boy's reaction panel. Stomach impact panel shows heavy black impact shapes and motion blur. Boy lies on floor with pained expression and sweat drops after hit. Old man stands over fallen boy with stern face and sweat on brow. Multiple exclamation marks and large DONG SFX emphasize stomach strike. Boy's spiky hair flattened on one side from impact force.
- Gon leaps mid-air with focused expression and taps ball using foot in dynamic flip motion. Old man with ponytail stretches body fully to reach ball but misses by inches. Multiple speed lines and panel angles emphasize rapid ball trajectory and evasion. Gon lands in crouched pose with sweat drops and internal thought panel showing concern. Old man dives forward with outstretched arms and wide eyes in desperate catch attempt. SFX TAP and FLAP placed near foot contact and body movement to highlight action beats. Close-up of old man's shocked face with open mouth and sweat after failed grab. Gon shown upside-down in flip with determined gaze toward ball path. Panel composition splits action into sequential beats showing increasing distance from old man. Old man lands on ground with limbs splayed and question mark expression. Gon’s posture remains light and agile throughout sequence contrasting old man’s strain. Background remains minimal to focus on character movement and ball path.
- Gon raises both arms in victory pose with wide smile and sparkling eyes. Old man reacts with exaggerated shock expression and open mouth. Gon points at old man while asking about right hand usage. Old man admits usage with hesitant posture and sweat drop. Gon hops away happily with light steps and cheerful back view. Old man sits on ground with hand on head in disbelief. Internal thought bubble shows old man questioning Gon’s sanity. Clock and phone panels indicate time passage and communication with captain. Gon sleeps with open mouth and relaxed limbs in later panels. Old man holds phone with serious expression while reporting status. SFX HURRAY and BOLIM emphasize emotional peaks and impact. Background trees and deck details remain simple to highlight character reactions.
- Airship silhouette flies over mountain range with repeated VOOOOOO sound effects. Killua sits with neutral expression beside Hisoka who has closed eyes and sweat drop. Leorio yawns widely while leaning back with mouth open. Kurapika rests with eyes closed and calm posture next to Leorio. Gon wakes stretching both arms upward with bright smile. Clock panel shows time advancing during flight. Gon cheers with raised fist and joyful expression. Leorio and Kurapika show tired postures with OUF sound effects. Announcement panel shows steward addressing passengers about landing. Passengers visible in background as group silhouette. Hisoka maintains composed seated pose throughout sequence. Mountain horizon and sky dominate upper panel for travel motif.
- Massive airship glides through cloudy sky above tall stone pillar on cliff edge with multiple engines and propellers visible. Airship approaches cliffside platform with loud engine SFX placed around fuselage and tail. Stone pillar stands isolated on cliff edge with rough vertical texture and flat top. Group of applicants clustered at bottom left panel edge gazing upward at airship. Spiky-haired boy with glasses in foreground shows wide eyes and open mouth while looking up. Bald man with mustache and tall man with headband stand among applicants with serious expressions. Airship drops small particles or debris visible beneath hull in lower panel. Empty vast stone platform shown from high angle with tiny distant figure of examiner. SFX Fiulllllu curves across sky panels indicating wind or motion. Cliff face rendered with heavy vertical shading lines emphasizing height and isolation. Applicants positioned in lower third of composition looking toward upper right airship.
- Bald examiner in double-breasted suit stands alone on vast empty stone platform facing applicants. Examiner points upward with one hand while addressing the group from a distance. Large close-up of round-faced examiner with wide eyes and small smile on dark background. Silhouetted figures of applicants stand against bright light source in upper panel. Hisoka appears in profile with star markings on cheek and feathered collar visible. Killua shown in foreground with spiky hair and intense forward gaze. Stone staircase descends into dark arched tunnel with perspective lines leading to distant light. SFX Fiulllllu placed near examiner during speech. Dramatic lighting contrast between dark upper panels and lighter lower panels. Applicants shown in tight group composition with varied facial expressions of tension.