16 pages · Greed Island arc

Hunter × Hunter Chapter 172: Attack of Three Part 3

What happens in chapter 172

The Bomb Devils ambush players, using Steal cards and threats to collect Accompany and Magnetic Force cards while warning targets to gather more. They observe Tsezugera's group amassing dozens of copies and prepare to move. Gon repeatedly fails a powerful emission technique during training, prompting discussion about switching methods or targeting Gensuru first.

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  1. p.0Chapter title is Attack of Three Part 3.
  2. p.7Thirty-six RETURN copies are projected in four or five days.
  3. p.14Tsezugera's subordinates detect movement from the targets.
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Attack of Three Part 3

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A whimsical sky filled with floating creatures and balloons stretches above a checkered path leading to a panda-faced building. The title reads No.172◆Attack of Three Part 3. In a close panel, a muscular man with slicked-back hair pores over an open book, muttering in frustration, 'DAMN... FINDING "LEAVE" IS IMPOSSIBLE.' His hands grip the pages tightly. Nearby, a blond boy turns and calls out 'HEY.' The scene shifts to a group gathered in front of the whimsical building: a spiky-haired boy with an intense glare, a blond youth seen from behind, a long-haired man in a white shirt bearing a black trident-like symbol standing with hands on hips, and a smiling man with glasses and a bow tie looking on.
muscular man with bookblond boyspiky-haired boylong-haired man with trident shirtglasses man with bow tie
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An injured man with bloodied face and torn clothes pleads desperately, 'OMP. PLEASE, LET ME GO...' while reaching out. Another panel shows a man with glasses shouting 'SPARE MY LIFE!' A large hand reaches forward as a voice demands 'LET ME SEE YOUR BOOK!' In the next sequence, a dark-haired woman inserts a card labeled 'STEAL' into a device, saying 'WE'LL PUT "STEAL" INTO HIS LAST SLOT.' Nearby, the long-haired man holds a book while a voice announces 'NEXT...' and 'OH! WE HAVE AN "ACCOMPANY."' The group examines cards as someone orders 'TAKE ALL THE CARDS THAT ARE ABOVE C RANK.' At the bottom, the whimsical creatures reappear with narration: 'THEN WE CAN USE THIS GUY.' and 'I DON'T SEE HIS NAME...'
injured pleading manglasses mandark-haired womanlong-haired man with trident shirtspiky-haired boy
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A man with spiky hair and glasses grins as he grabs another by the collar. "WE'RE THOSE GUYS," he declares. "THAT'S GOOD," comes the reply. Nearby in the forest, the same man points at a kneeling figure while two others watch. "YEA... I'VE HEARD OF THEM," one says. "DO YOU KNOW ABOUT THE BOMB DEVILS?" another calls out. A close-up shows the kneeling man's battered, sweat-covered face. The spiky-haired man jabs a finger forward. "IF YOU DON'T WANT ME TO DIE, THEN BRING ME THE CARDS I NEED. I'VE PUT A BOMB ON YOU! WE CAN KILL YOU AT ANY TIME!" The kneeling man trembles. "Y-YES..." A small teddy-bear-like creature appears as the man continues, "UNDERSTAND? YOU CAN REACH US WITH 'CONTACT' WHEN YOU GET THE CARDS." The spiky-haired man adds, "ONE 'MAGNETIC FORCE' OR TWO 'ACCOMPANY'!" In the forest path, three figures walk away as one says, "ALRIGHT, TIME FOR THE NEXT ONE!" "GIVE US ONE OF THEM AND WE'LL GET RID OF THE BOMB," another demands. The scene ends on walking feet with the words "NEXT UP IS--".
Gensuruinjured kneeling manTsezugera's subordinates
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Gensuru continues speaking to a man with a star on his forehead who holds an open book. "NEXT IS USING 'STEAL'..." Gensuru says. The star-marked man replies, "WE FOUND ANOTHER 'ACCOMPANY'!" From a high angle, several figures stand in a moonlit forest clearing as a large speech bubble declares, "LET ME SEE YOUR BOOK!" Gensuru looks surprised. "WELL, WELL..." The star-marked man reacts with "OH?" A close-up shows a different man with curly hair looking distressed, labeled DOBU, TSEZUGERA, BOUTU. The star-marked man clutches his head. "WHAT A SHAME!" Gensuru says while the star-marked man exclaims "OH, NO!" In a dramatic panel, the curly-haired man points forward with wide eyes. "WHAT?" "WHAT DO YOU MEAN?" others shout as the star-marked man yells "DISQUALIFIED!" and another figure appears on the right.
GensuruTsezugeraDobuBoutu
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A massive BOOM!! echoes across the sky as strange floating objects—a spotted ball on a string, a striped orb, a small bird, and a round bear-like creature—drift above the treetops. In the forest below, a tall man with spiky hair and sunglasses stands with a lit match, declaring he will blow up anyone who looks suspicious. Nearby panels show a wooden structure and a group of figures walking along a forest path. Deeper in the woods, a man with short black hair peers intently through the foliage, sweat on his face, wondering what the hell they are planning.
spiky-haired man with sunglassesshort black-haired man
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A man with neatly combed black hair discusses his theory while holding a book. He believes a new team member is supplying spell cards and that the enemy knows about him. In the forest, a large panda-like creature stands near a tree while a cloaked figure waits in the background. The goatee-wearing man explains that the enemy is waiting outside the spell shop to ambush anyone leaving with cards and is interrogating everyone to locate their target, killing anyone who has encountered the group. He notes this tactic kills three birds with one stone by narrowing suspects, obtaining cards, and cutting off supply. Small panels show stern faces of three men listening intently as the plan is laid out, including forcing innocent players to collect cards.
neatly combed black-haired mangoatee-wearing manpanda-like creaturecloaked figurethree stern-faced men
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In the forest, two men stand facing each other. One declares "RIGHT!" while the other responds "DOBU." A voice reflects that their movements are based on their own actions and suggests leaving the current location to wait for the next move. Another thinks "HMM..." and realizes "IF SOMEONE HADN'T WARNED ME, I'D PROBABLY BE DEAD RIGHT NOW." A stern man holds up a small device containing a black insect labeled "INSECT SPY (SILENT WORKER)." He and his companion decide to check their cards. Through binoculars they observe that it doesn't look like the targets are leaving the city, accompanied by "VOOP! VOOP!" sounds. The card "96 THE ALL-SEEING SNAKE" is displayed, explaining that feeding the snake a C-rank or above card will make it spit out a copy of "SIGHTVISION." A large spotted snake coils in the foreground.
short-haired man in collared jacketdark-skinned man with headbandbearded man
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Close-ups show the spotted snake swallowing the card with a "*SWALLOW*" sound, then biting and spitting with "*BITE*" and "*SPIT*" effects, producing a glowing copy. A character notes "THAT'S QUITE A JUMP." Further panels reveal that the three targets together hold twenty-seven copies of "ACCOMPANY," sixteen of "MAGNETIC FORCE," and two of another card. Observers confirm the targets should be aware of this development. They calculate that at the current rate the targets will gather thirty-six copies of "RETURN" in four or five days. A bearded man states that until the targets collect enough cards they will not move from their location, though their actions remain predictable. In the background a group of men stand together in the woods. Two final panels show sky and clouds with the lines "ONLY 12 DAYS LEFT!" and "IT'S GOING SMOOTHLY."
spotted snakeman with headbandbearded man with stern expressiongroup of four men in the woods
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A massive hand wearing a ring presses down, sweat dripping onto the rocky ground as Gon's booted foot strains beneath it. Gon, upside down and drenched in sweat, flashes a fierce grin and shouts triumphantly. His body twists in exertion while a dark silhouette looms nearby. In tight panels his feet dig into the earth with heavy pressure. Finally Gon lies sprawled on his back, limbs splayed, eyes wide as he gasps in defeat while impact lines and debris burst around him.
Gon
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A hand with a ring reaches upward against a rocky backdrop as a voice notes the difficulty. Diagrams illustrate channeling Nen through the palm, storing it inside the body, and releasing it as a powerful blast that grows stronger with stored energy. Biscuit appears in the final panel, raising one finger while explaining the precise control required over emission amount, speed, and timing, stressing the need to fully open the Nen gates upon release.
Biscuit
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Biscuit stands on a rocky outcrop watching Gon train in the distance. "It's because he hasn't controlled the flow of aura in his body," she notes. Nearby, Gon focuses intensely with hands raised. "It must be really frustrating... Concentrating all your body's Nen in the palm is particularly hard. If you can't control all these, then you'll never harness its attack power!" Biscuit continues observing. "Maybe you should switch him back to level 2 training? There hasn't been any progress in the last ten days!" Killua and Biscuit confer in profile. "If we give up No.75, they would only be two cards short... I'm still not comfortable with the deal. We still have to see how Tsezugera is doing. Ten days is a very long time!" Biscuit turns away as Gon stands with his back to her. "But we still have over thirty cards to collect!" Small figures and motion lines mark the rocky training ground.
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Killua and Gon stand side by side looking out over the cliffs. "Hmm, you have a point," Killua says. "Let's work on getting rid of Gensuru first." In the distance Gon walks ahead while Biscuit crouches. "Gon will never agree to that!" Biscuit exclaims. "Can't we steal them from Tsezugera's group?" A massive boulder rests against the cliff wall with two tiny figures at its base. "Not bad..." one says. "Is this good enough?" the other asks. The enormous rock dwarfs the landscape and the distant observers.
KilluaGonBiscuit
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Under a star-filled night sky, a large multi-story building sits atop a rocky cliff, its lights glowing against the darkness. Inside, the camera moves through quiet corridors: an empty room with double doors and framed pictures on the walls, followed by a long hallway lined with paintings and statues. In a dimly lit living room, a silhouetted figure sits motionless on a couch facing a large blank television screen. The scene cuts to a close-up of an older man with short hair and a lined face, sweat visible on his skin as he stares intensely off to the side with a tense expression.
silhouetted man on coucholder man with short hair
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Gon and a bearded man examine a small electronic device while standing near a rocky wall. Beside them, Killua's face appears in close-up, drenched in sweat with wide eyes and a strained expression. Tsezugera stands in profile, raising his hand as a swirling aura or smoke emanates from his fingers. An empty panel shows only drifting clouds. A large open binder fills the next panel, displaying dozens of identical cards labeled 'ACCOMPANY'. In the final panel Tsezugera and another man react with satisfaction; Tsezugera declares, 'FORTY-EIGHT COPIES OF "ACCOMPANY!"' while the other states, 'WE NOW HAVE...'
GonKilluaTsezugerabearded man with deviceanother man beside Tsezugera
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Tsezugera stands on a grassy hill at night, holding up a card with a compass-like design while addressing his group. "OUR GAME OF HIDE AND SEEK. LET'S START..." he declares. Nearby, a subordinate leans in with urgency. "THEY CAN'T ESCAPE US! THEIR COPIES OF 'ACCOMPANY' 'MAGNETIC FORCE' AND 'RETURN' PUT TOGETHER ONLY COMES TO FORTY-FIVE COPIES!" he exclaims. Tsezugera raises the card high and shouts, "TSEZUGERA! USE 'ACCOMPANY'!" A close-up shows sweat on a man's face as he realizes, "THEY'RE ON THE MOVE!" In the lower section, a bearded man with a serious expression watches from the shadows. "IT HAS STARTED..." he mutters. Several of his subordinates in work clothes react with alarm, one pointing forward. "THEY'RE HEADING TOWARD US FAST!" they shout as motion lines streak across the ground.
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The page displays the chapter title 'HUNTER X HUNTER 172 ATTACK OF THREE PART 3' at the top. Below it, a large illustration shows Gon performing a one-handed handstand, body upside down with legs bent and one arm extended for balance.
Gon
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Hunter × Hunter Chapter 172: Attack of Three Part 3

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Chapter 172 summary

The Bomb Devils ambush players, using Steal cards and threats to collect Accompany and Magnetic Force cards while warning targets to gather more. They observe Tsezugera's group amassing dozens of copies and prepare to move. Gon repeatedly fails a powerful emission technique during training, prompting discussion about switching methods or targeting Gensuru first. Tsezugera declares the start of their hide-and-seek game and activates Accompany to pursue the targets.

15 key facts · 35 characters

Key facts in chapter 172

  • Chapter title is Attack of Three Part 3. A book containing card information is being examined. The setting includes a colorful, cartoonish building and floating objects.
  • A 'STEAL' card is being used on a book of cards. Characters are collecting or examining ranked cards. Multiple characters are shown in distress or under duress.
  • Gensuru threatens a victim with a bomb to obtain specific cards. Contact ability is mentioned as the method to reach the group. Magnetic Force and Accompany cards are referenced as payment options.
  • Tsezugera holds a book containing card information. Dobu, Tsezugera, and Boutu are listed together. A disqualification is declared during the confrontation.
  • An explosion sound effect opens the page. The spiky-haired man issues a threat involving explosives. A group of people is seen walking through the forest. The black-haired man is observing from cover.
  • The enemy is targeting players leaving the spell shop with cards. The group is suspected of having a new member providing spell cards. The tactic involves both ambushing and interrogating players. Targets include Accompany and Magnetic Force cards.
  • Insect Spy is labeled Silent Worker. The All-Seeing Snake card is numbered 96. Feeding the snake a C-rank card produces a Sightvision copy. Binoculars are used to observe distant targets.
  • Targets collectively hold twenty-seven ACCOMPANY copies. Targets hold sixteen MAGNETIC FORCE copies. Thirty-six RETURN copies are projected in four or five days. Twelve days remain in the current phase.
  • Gon is undergoing intense physical training A ring is visible on the large hand Gon reaches a point of exhaustion
  • The technique is compared to a water gun Nen must be stored then emitted in a controlled blast Biscuit is teaching emission control
  • Gon is attempting to concentrate all Nen into his palm. No progress has been made in the last ten days of training. The group still needs over thirty cards. Tsezugera's progress is being monitored separately.
  • Killua proposes targeting Gensuru's group. Biscuit suggests stealing from Tsezugera's group as an alternative. A very large boulder is present in the training area.
  • The building is shown at night from a low angle. Interior spaces appear empty and quiet. A person is watching television in silhouette. The final panel focuses on an older man's worried expression.
  • Gon and Killua are shown reacting to the card collection. Tsezugera demonstrates an ability with his hand. The binder contains multiple identical Accompany cards. Dialogue confirms forty-eight copies have been obtained.
  • Tsezugera possesses and activates the 'ACCOMPANY' card. The opposing side holds only forty-five combined copies of 'ACCOMPANY', 'MAGNETIC FORCE', and 'RETURN'. Tsezugera's group is playing a game of hide-and-seek with card users. Tsezugera's subordinates detect movement from the targets.
Symbols and visual details15 · show
  • Floating round creatures with striped limbs drift in the sky. A large panda-faced building with striped dome stands in the background. Checkered pathway leads toward the building entrance. Muscular man holds an open book with visible text and diagrams. Blond boy has a neutral expression while turning his head. Long-haired man wears a shirt with a prominent black emblem. Glasses man smiles with hands clasped behind his back. Spiky-haired boy shows a fierce side profile. SFX 'ほわん ほわん' float among the creatures. Small animal-like figures rest on the grassy foreground.
  • Injured man has visible wounds and ragged clothing. A glowing card device displays multiple card slots. Hand extends toward the viewer in a commanding gesture. Book is held open showing rows of cards. Floating creatures appear again in the final panel. Dark background emphasizes the reaching hand. Trees and outdoor setting in several panels. Spiky-haired boy sits on the ground looking exhausted.
  • spiky-haired man with glasses pointing finger bomb threat declaration teddy-bear contact creature forest path with three walking figures close-up of battered sweating face motion lines around head SFX "#!!" near feet
  • open book held by Tsezugera high-angle forest clearing view curly-haired man with distressed expression name list panel with circles pointing finger in dramatic panel motion lines and impact effects star mark on forehead
  • Large BOOM!! text dominates the top of the page with floating whimsical objects against a treeline silhouette. The spiky-haired man holds a lit match close to his face while speaking. The short black-haired man shows intense narrowed eyes and visible sweat drops indicating suspicion. Forest background with dense trees and undergrowth frames the walking group in the distance. A wooden structure appears in one panel with motion lines suggesting recent activity.
  • The neatly combed black-haired man holds an open book while theorizing. A large panda-like figure stands prominently beside a tree trunk. The goatee-wearing man appears in a dramatic close-up with motion lines emphasizing his words. Three small headshots of stern men listen to the explanation. A cloaked figure stands alone near a large tree in the background.
  • forest background with trees and bushes small handheld insect device with glowing interior binoculars showing crosshair view large illustrated card labeled 96 THE ALL-SEEING SNAKE coiled spotted snake in foreground speech bubbles positioned right-to-left dark panel background behind the insect spy reveal motion lines around binoculars card text box detailing snake ability
  • snake swallowing and spitting card glowing card copy emerging from snake forest silhouette at night group of men standing in woods sky with scattered clouds speech bubbles in right-to-left order sound effects *SWALLOW* *BITE* *SPIT* card counts listed in dialogue bubbles
  • Large hand with ring drips liquid onto ground Gon's boot visible under the hand Gon shouting with intense expression and sweat drops Dark creature-like silhouette beside Gon Feet pressing hard into cracked earth Motion lines showing collapse Gon lying spread-eagle on the ground SFX indicating heavy impact and collapse
  • Hand with ring raised against sky Silhouette diagrams of Nen emission Nen shown as expanding blast from palm Biscuit with pigtails and large eyes Biscuit pointing upward with one finger Speech bubbles containing technique explanation
  • Biscuit watches from a high rocky vantage point with ponytail and dress visible. Gon stands alone in the distance with spiky hair and raised hands in concentration. Impact burst symbol near Gon indicates aura or frustration release. Killua shown in profile with spiky white hair facing Biscuit. Biscuit shown in profile with hair in a bun facing Killua. Large rocky cliff walls dominate the background in multiple panels. Small distant figure of Gon visible against the landscape. Biscuit's full dress and boots shown from behind in the final panel. Gon stands with hands at sides looking toward the cliffs. Motion lines and small debris indicate distant activity or impact.
  • Killua and Gon shown in close profile looking forward. Gon walks ahead with hands in pockets on rocky terrain. Biscuit crouches on the ground watching Gon. Massive boulder dominates the lower half of the page against cliff face. Two tiny human silhouettes stand at the base of the boulder. Rocky cliff walls frame the boulder on both sides. Scattered rocks and uneven ground in the foreground.
  • starry night sky above the cliffside building rocky uneven terrain supporting the structure empty interior hallways with framed artwork large television screen dominating the room silhouette of a seated figure facing the TV close-up face showing sweat drops and tension lines motion lines emphasizing the older man's intense gaze
  • electronic device held by the bearded man sweat drops flying from Killua's face hand gesture releasing aura or smoke open binder filled with rows of Accompany cards speech bubbles positioned near Tsezugera motion lines around the card collection panel
  • Tsezugera holds a card with a circular compass design. The card is labeled with a star-like symbol in the center. Nighttime grassy hill with distant dome-shaped structures. Multiple small spherical objects float in the background. Motion lines emphasize rapid movement toward the foreground. Sweat drops on a subordinate's face indicate tension. Bearded man shown in profile with intense gaze. Subordinates wear matching work uniforms and boots.

Greed Island arc

  1. 169Declaration of War
  2. 170Attack of Three
  3. 171No.171 ◆ Attack of Three Part 2
  4. 172Attack of Three Part 3
  5. 173Attack of Three PT.4
  6. 174Attack of Three Part 5
  7. 175Attack of Three, PT.6

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