15 pages · Greed Island arc

Hunter × Hunter Chapter 144: Release

What happens in chapter 144

The V-marked long-haired man reveals himself as a Bomber and demands the Leave card, threatening detonation if refused. After the ring is verified in the game, the group completes the deal for 81 cards and neutralization, only for Genthru to detonate the bombs instead. Gon, Killua, and Biscuit train intensely afterward, with Biscuit explaining reinforcement and transformation types.

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  1. p.0Chapter number 144 is displayed with the word RELEASE.
  2. p.7The explosion features a prominent screaming face.
  3. p.14Genthru's right hand is raised near his face.
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Release

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Under a vast sky, a group of figures stands motionless before two thatched-roof towers in the open plain. Large wind-like SFX sweep across the top of the scene. In close-up, a bearded man glances sideways while a bald man with a stern expression sweats heavily. Another panel shows the bald man’s eyes widening in shock as he grits his teeth. The SFX “kah kah” drifts in the empty air. A voice cuts in with “ERGH....!” as tension rises. A speech bubble declares “A GIFT.” In the lower left, a grotesque, monstrous face looms with the massive word “DEATH” scrawled across it. To the right, a figure dashes forward holding a sword and a small box. The final panel shows the V-marked long-haired man in profile, his expression cold and unreadable, with a small cross-like symbol near his face.
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The V-marked long-haired man stands with arms crossed, declaring “LEAVE.” A short-haired person questions with “?” while a curly-haired man gestures. The long-haired man continues: “NEXT TIME, IF YOU DON’T COME WITH THE 81 CARDS, WE’LL STOP THE NEGOTIATIONS.” He adds, “I’M LEAVING THE GAME, SO GIVE ME ONE. THE SPELL CARD, “LEAVE”!” A curly-haired man protests loudly: “HEY. ARE YOU KIDDING? “LEAVE” IS A VERY VALUABLE CARD!! NO WAY WE’LL JUST GIVE IT TO YOU!!” The long-haired man reveals, “IN FACT, I’M A “BOMBER” TOO.” He threatens, “IF I DON’T GET BACK, IT WILL BE IMPOSSIBLE TO DISARM YOUR BOMBS.” The curly-haired man reacts with “!?” The long-haired man concludes, “REALLY? WELL, THEN...” A wide shot shows him standing alone as SFX “ヒュオオオオ” blow across the plain. He states, “IF GENSURU IS THE CENTER-PIECE, THEN WE ARE THE ACCESSORIES.” The curly-haired man shouts “WHAT?”
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Two hands press their thumbs together, emitting a bright flash of light. Text explains that if all three put their thumbs together and say the key-word, all bombs on the victims will be neutralized. This is the other way to disarm the bombs. In the next panels, a curly-haired man shouts 'PLEASE WAIT!!' while a short-haired man stands nearby. The V-marked long-haired man states he will take the normal route. Another man says 'YOU GUYS WILL BE DEAD PRETTY SOON.' The V-marked man replies 'BAH... IF I CAN'T GO BACK THE FAST WAY.' Two men examine small cards or books, one murmuring 'HMM.' The curly-haired man pleads 'PLEASE USE IT...!' The bottom panel erupts into chaotic motion lines and debris as a figure looks upward in alarm amid swirling energy and impact effects.
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The V-marked long-haired man points forward while holding a card and declares 'PLEASE PREPARE THREE OF THEM!' and 'AT THE NEXT MEETING, WE'LL ALSO NEED "LEAVE"!' A voice questions 'WHY THE DELAY...?! IDIOT.' In a wide panel, several figures run across open ground as large impact SFX appear near them. The V-marked man glares intensely. A nighttime scene shows a large building under stars with a small inset of a figure near a light. A spiky-haired man stares at the building. In the foreground, a glasses-wearing man demands 'NOW GIVE ME THE RING.' A close-up shows another figure responding 'YOU'RE FINALLY HERE.'
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In a stone-paved plaza, a spiky-haired man in a jacket stands alone as a voice calls out that the first one is free. Another spiky-haired man with a scar glares and declares that Jisper is dead. A glasses-wearing man with slicked-back hair responds calmly about the ring. The glasses man warns that the binder cannot be used outside the game. He insists on taking the ring into the game first to verify all cards are present. The spiky-haired man scoffs. The glasses man demands the ring one last time, noting the bombs will come afterward. The spiky-haired man questions if it is okay for him, and the glasses man tells Sabu to put it on. A small ring is tossed. In the background, several onlookers watch as the glasses man suggests returning together and warns that adding another ring outside the game will overwrite previous data. The spiky-haired man agrees to keep his ring on.
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Large stylized Japanese sound effects explode across the sky above a thatched-roof structure. On the ground, the spiky-haired man in the jacket asks if the bombs are still on while the glasses man wonders what just happened. Several bystanders react with shock, one with a tall hat and another with wide eyes. The scene shifts to the glasses man holding open the book titled GREED ISLAND, its pages glowing as he declares the book has appeared. The spiky-haired man stares at it intently while a dark-haired woman watches from the side.
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As agreed, the group walks away across the open ground while two distant figures watch. "AS AGREED. 81 IMPOSED SLOT CARDS," a voice states. Close-ups show the spiky-haired man with bat-wing markings, the glasses-wearing man, and a long-haired woman reacting with surprise. "OOH," the glasses man murmurs. The glasses man then demands, "BUT FIRST, GIVE US THE 'LEAVE' CARDS THAT WILL ALLOW US TO EXIT." He adds, "OF COURSE, I ALWAYS KEEP A PROMISE." The spiky-haired man shouts, "PLEASE NEUTRALIZE THE BOMBS !!" while another voice confirms, "WE DID WHAT YOU ASKED !!" The three figures turn to leave as the glasses man says "GO." The spiky-haired man declares, "OKAY. NOW THE DEAL IS COMPLETE. SABU! BARA!" In a dramatic full-width panel, the V-marked long-haired man and the glasses-wearing spiky-haired man clasp hands as a massive radial burst erupts between them. "RE-LEASE" !! the V-marked man yells.
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A massive explosion erupts across the entire scene. Multiple figures are violently hurled in every direction amid flying debris, impact bursts, and thick black smoke. A huge screaming face dominates the right side of the frame, mouth wide open in agony, while smaller characters tumble through the air with limbs flailing. Shockwaves and ink splatters radiate outward from the center, conveying total destruction and chaos.
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Genthru looms in close-up, grinning wickedly as he speaks. "...FROM ANY FUTURE TERROR," he declares. "YOU WERE RELEASED, ALL RIGHT... HEHEHEHEHE." Below, a massive explosion erupts in the ruined cityscape, sending bodies and debris flying in all directions. Genthru's voice booms from the blast: "'RELEASE' IS NOT THE KEYWORD FOR NEUTRALIZATION, BUT FOR DETONATION! HAHAHAHA HAAAAAHA!" He continues, "THERE'S NO WAY I WAS GONNA HONOR THAT PROMISE WITH YOU, IDIOTS!" In the foreground, Gon, Killua, and Biscuit sprint forward through the dust and shockwaves toward the destruction.
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A massive sound effect "ビュウウウウ" shakes the ruined landscape under a cloudy sky. Rapid cuts show Gon and Killua shouting battle cries amid flying debris: "HA !!!", "H!!!", "YA !!!". Close panels capture Gon and Killua facing each other with intense expressions and motion lines streaking past their faces. In a dynamic low-angle shot, Gon and Killua clash violently with an unseen force; Gon throws a punch while both are surrounded by explosive bursts, smoke, and impact lines as they struggle forward through the chaos.
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Gon beams with a confident smile in close-up. In the rocky terrain, Gon and Killua walk away from Biscuit as Gon shouts "THANK YOU!!" Biscuit responds from the distance, "GOOD, TAKE A REST!!" Killua appears in close-up with a surprised expression. Biscuit, ponytail swaying, remarks "AND I THOUGHT TWO MONTHS WOULD BE NECESSARY, I'M AMAZED." She adds, "YOU MADE BIG PROGRESS IN TWO WEEKS." Turning serious, Biscuit raises her index finger and declares, "FOR THE END, IT WILL BE SPECIFIC TYPE TRAINING!" The boys react with shock in speech bubbles marked "!!" as Biscuit continues, "NOW IT WON'T BE A PROBLEM TO GO TO THE LAST LEVEL." In the final panel, Biscuit holds up three fingers beside a small "3" while saying "IT'S A TIE" and "BINGO." A pointing hand emphasizes "3!!" with motion lines.
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Biscuit continues her explanation with a close-up of her face. She states, "AND KILLUA IS OF THE TRANSFORMATION." Gon appears beside her, "GON IS OF THE REINFORCEMENT TYPE." Biscuit warns, "BUT THEN YOU BECOME A VERY INFLEXIBLE FIGHTER, AND THE TRAINING ISN'T VERY EFFICIENT EITHER." A diagram labeled "FOR REINFORCEMENT" shows a mountain silhouette with the note "IT'S OKAY IF YOU JUST STUDY YOUR OWN TYPE." The diagram explains that reinforcement training includes some neighboring boring types. Gon and Killua look puzzled with a "?" bubble. Biscuit points upward, "THE IDEAL FORM IS THAT OF A MOUNTAIN!" Gon suddenly extends his arm with a burst, marked "9!!" and "ビシッ!!" Biscuit explains, "ACTUALLY, IF YOU USE A BALANCED TRAINING OF THE OTHER TYPES, YOU'LL LEARN YOUR OWN TYPE FASTER AS WELL." The boys react positively: "YES!!" "THEN LET'S BEGIN." Killua says, "YOU'RE NOT BAD EITHER!" Gon adds, "PRETTY GOOD." Biscuit concludes, "BINGO. ANOTHER DRAW."
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Under a vast starry night sky above a dark, choppy sea, a triumphant voice shouts "BINGO...!!" as a motorboat cuts through the waves toward a distant mountainous shore. Aboard the vessel, several figures stand and sit in tense discussion. A young boy with spiky hair looks up and remarks, "THAT'S PRETTY COLD." Nearby, a sharp-profiled face with distinctive markings states, "IT MAY JUST BE A COINCIDENCE." Another voice replies, "WE DON'T KNOW, YET." A tall, stern man with slicked-back hair and crossed arms declares, "IT REALLY DOES EXIST IN REALITY." The spiky-haired boy continues, "ALL THE CONDITIONS INDICATE THAT THIS IS THE PLACE." A longer explanation follows: "AFTER ALL, THE ANALYSIS OF THE STONES WE BROUGHT BACK, THE TYPE OF PLANTS AND VEGETATION, AND THE FACT THAT WE ARE FAR REMOVED FROM ALL NAVIGATION ROUTES..."
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The boat continues across the dark waves under the star-filled sky. A large speech bubble declares "GREED ISLAND." Another confirms, "THIS IS IT, BEYOND ANY DOUBT..." A close-up shows a hand reaching forward with the onomatopoeia "PITA." Below, a young girl wearing a large, ornate mechanical visor helmet stares forward with wide eyes. Text beside her reads "INTRUDERS..." with trailing dots, indicating an alert or detection.
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Genthru stands alone against the empty white space, his body angled slightly upward. His right hand is raised near his face with fingers extended and palm facing inward. He wears a high-collared cloak fastened at the chest and a narrow visor across his eyes. His spiky hair juts upward sharply. No other figures or background elements are present.
Genthru
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Hunter × Hunter Chapter 144: Release

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Chapter 144 summary

The V-marked long-haired man reveals himself as a Bomber and demands the Leave card, threatening detonation if refused. After the ring is verified in the game, the group completes the deal for 81 cards and neutralization, only for Genthru to detonate the bombs instead. Gon, Killua, and Biscuit train intensely afterward, with Biscuit explaining reinforcement and transformation types. A boat crew approaches the real Greed Island under the stars while Genthru stands alone.

15 key facts · 30 characters

Key facts in chapter 144

  • Chapter number 144 is displayed with the word RELEASE. The V-marked long-haired man appears in profile on the right. A grotesque face panel contains the word DEATH.
  • The V-marked long-haired man identifies himself as a Bomber. He demands the spell card “Leave”. He mentions needing 81 cards and references Gensuru.
  • A thumb-pressing gesture is shown as a bomb disarm method. The V-marked long-haired man chooses the normal route. Characters are examining small cards or books. An explosive or high-speed action scene occurs at the bottom.
  • V-marked man requests three of something and the word 'LEAVE'. Multiple figures are shown running from impacts in an open area. A large building is visible at night. A demand for a ring is made by the glasses-wearing man.
  • The ring must be taken into the game to verify cards. Bombs activate after the ring exchange. Previous data will be overwritten if another ring is added outside the game.
  • The GREED ISLAND book is summoned and opened. Bystanders react with alarm to the sudden events.
  • The deal involves 81 imposed slot cards. Leave cards are required to exit the current location. The V-marked long-haired man initiates the release action. The handshake triggers the visible radial burst effect.
  • A large-scale explosion occurs on this page. Multiple characters are caught in the blast and thrown. The explosion features a prominent screaming face.
  • Genthru states the true function of the 'Release' keyword. An explosion occurs in the ruined area behind Genthru. Gon, Killua, and Biscuit are shown running toward the blast.
  • Gon and Killua are engaged in close-quarters combat amid explosions. The sequence depicts rapid movement and impact moments.
  • Gon and Killua have completed two weeks of training. Biscuit is overseeing their progress in a rocky area. The group is preparing for a final training level. Biscuit uses hand gestures to illustrate her points. A tie is declared with the number three shown.
  • Gon belongs to the reinforcement Nen type. Killua belongs to the transformation Nen type. Biscuit presents a diagram of Nen type relationships. Balanced training across types is recommended. The group decides to start the new training method.
  • Characters are traveling by boat at night toward a shoreline. They have previously collected stones for analysis. The location matches multiple environmental and navigational criteria. A group of at least six people is present on the boat.
  • The island is explicitly named Greed Island. A detection device or helmet is being used. The word "INTRUDERS" appears as a warning or observation. The scene continues directly from the boat arrival at night.
  • Genthru appears alone on the page. Genthru's right hand is raised near his face.
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  • Wide empty plain with distant mountains and two distinctive thatched towers Large wind SFX dominating the upper sky Group of seven people standing with backs mostly to viewer Close-up of bearded man looking right Bald man sweating with intense glare Floating “kah kah” SFX in blank space Speech bubble stating “A GIFT.” Grotesque monster face panel with “DEATH” lettering Running figure carrying sword and box Profile of V-marked long-haired man with neutral expression Small cross symbol near the long-haired man’s face
  • V-marked long-haired man pointing forward Curly-haired man leaning in aggressively Short person with head covering looking surprised Large speech bubbles dominating the upper half Background of open plain and distant tower SFX “ヒュオオオオ” sweeping across lower panel V-marked man standing on a rock in final wide shot
  • Two hands with thumbs pressed together emitting bright light Right-to-left panel sequence showing conversation Small rectangular cards or books held by characters Large motion lines and impact shapes in bottom panel V-mark visible on forehead of long-haired man Curly hair and open mouth of shouting character Desert or open background implied in smaller panels Book with ornate cover in lower action scene
  • Pointing hand holding a card Large building silhouette at night Spiky hair silhouette against dark background Glasses reflecting light on foreground character Running figures with impact SFX in desert Small inset panel showing distant figure and light Star-filled sky above building Motion lines around leaping figures
  • stone plaza with parked cars in background ring being held and tossed between characters motion lines around the thrown ring close-up profile emphasizing serious expressions group of background figures observing the exchange hand gestures showing the ring on a finger
  • large onomatopoeia SFX filling the upper panel thatched building with metal bands open GREED ISLAND book with glowing pages and target-like cover design shocked facial expressions on background characters hand pointing at the open book
  • Three figures walking away from the viewer across barren ground. Two small background onlookers standing far behind the main group. Close-up panel of spiky-haired man with bat-wing eye markings holding an open book. Radial speed lines and impact burst centered on clasped hands. V-mark clearly visible on the forehead of the long-haired man. Glasses reflecting light on the spiky-haired man's face during the handshake. Large empty speech bubbles positioned above the walking figures. Small dust clouds and footprints on the ground near the walking trio. Dramatic black-and-white explosion lines radiating outward from the handshake. The book held in the upper panel displays the word 'Greed Island' on its cover.
  • Central radial explosion lines converging on a single point. Large open screaming mouth with visible teeth and tongue. Multiple small figures tossed in different directions by the blast. Heavy ink splatter and debris particles filling the background. One figure on the far left shown mid-tumble with mouth open. Floating detached objects and limbs scattered throughout the blast radius. Thick black smoke and dust clouds expanding outward. Speed lines indicating rapid outward motion from the center.
  • Genthru's spiky hair and sunglasses dominate the top panel against a black background. Explosion debris and silhouetted bodies scatter outward from the central blast. Three runners charge toward the viewer on a debris-strewn road with motion lines. Genthru's open coat flaps as he stands in the lower middle. Biscuit's long hair and RS shirt visible on the right runner. Gon's small frame and determined posture on the left. Killua positioned between Gon and Biscuit while running. Large starburst speech bubbles emphasize Genthru's mocking laughter. Falling particles and smoke fill the air around the explosion site. Ruined stone structures crumble in the background of the blast.
  • Large stylized SFX dominates the top of the page over ruined walls. Multiple small panels show sequential impact flashes and motion lines. Gon and Killua appear in tight profile close-ups with sweat and focus lines. Explosive starburst effects surround Gon and Killua in the bottom action panel. Gon's fist is extended forward in a punching motion. Killua's body is twisted mid-movement with one leg raised. Heavy black speed lines and impact shapes fill the lower half. Dust and particle effects scatter around the fighters. Both characters wear torn clothing from the ongoing battle.
  • Gon smiles confidently in close-up panel. Rocky barren landscape stretches behind distant figures. Biscuit stands with hands on hips in the background. Killua's spiky hair frames his wide-eyed reaction. Biscuit's long ponytail flows as she turns. Biscuit points upward with raised index finger. Dramatic rocky cliffs fill the wide landscape panel. Small "3" symbols appear beside Biscuit's gesture. Motion lines emphasize the pointing hand at bottom. Biscuit's frilly collar and dark outfit visible. Gon and Killua stand side-by-side facing forward. Speech bubbles positioned above characters' heads. Impact lines surround the final "3!!" emphasis.
  • Biscuit's face shown in determined close-up. Mountain silhouette diagram labeled FOR REINFORCEMENT. Gon and Killua stand together looking at the diagram. Gon's arm extends forward with impact effects. SFX "ビシッ!!" appears near Gon's action. Number "9!!" floats beside Gon's extended arm. Biscuit raises her finger while lecturing. Radiating lines emphasize "YES!!" reaction. Killua and Gon face each other in final panel. Biscuit's back visible in the group shot. Diagram includes labels like MANIPULATION and EMISSION. Speech bubbles arranged in right-to-left reading order.
  • Starry night sky dominates the top panel with a lone silhouette against the sea. Motorboat moves left to right across waves toward dark mountains. Multiple speech bubbles cluster around close-up faces in lower panels. Tall man stands with arms crossed in a confident posture. Small boy gazes upward with wide eyes. Profile view shows x-marked cheek and intense expression. Group of figures clustered on the boat deck in foreground and background. Dark water with whitecaps and motion lines emphasize movement. Nighttime setting with high contrast between sky and sea.
  • Large ocean wave fills the upper panel under starry sky. Two prominent speech bubbles float above the water. Hand reaches with fingers extended in a close-up panel. Mechanical visor helmet features multiple circular and triangular sensors. Girl's large eyes visible beneath the visor. Sound effect "PITA" appears near the hand. Text "INTRUDERS..." placed beside the girl's face. Dark background emphasizes the helmet's light-colored design. Wave patterns and horizon line repeat from previous page.
  • Genthru shown in isolation against blank background right hand raised near face with fingers extended narrow visor covering eyes high-collared cloak with chest clasp spiky upward hair silhouette minimal composition emphasizing single figure

Greed Island arc

  1. 141Already Been to Masadora, So Next Time Let's Use Some Other Title!
  2. 142The Bomb Devil
  3. 143Countdown (sound of Fate)
  4. 144Release
  5. 145Jaken = Janken!?
  6. 146Abengane
  7. 147Abengane ②

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