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Hunter × Hunter Chapter 357: Disappointment (2)
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Chapter 357 summary
Emergency services respond to the explosion at Heavens Arena while a reporter announces casualties including Hisoka. Machi stitches Hisoka's wounds as a thank-you for his past help with Chrollo's Nen exorcism. Hisoka activates post-mortem Nen to revive himself, reconstructs his body with rubber and Texture Surprise, and speaks with Machi before confronting a spiky-haired boy. The Troupe discusses travel plans related to the Kakin royal family. Kortopi is attacked from behind in a park, and a spider emblem marks the chapter's close.
19 key facts · 32 characters
Key facts in chapter 357
- Chapter title page shows explosion at Heavens Arena. Emergency services respond to large-scale incident. Crowds gather in streets below the tower.
- An explosion occurred during a floor master battle in the arena. Hisoka is reported as one of the victims. Emergency personnel are providing aid at the scene. The incident is being investigated as a bombing.
- The body was protected by two hundred puppets that cushioned the explosion. Cause of death is determined to be suffocation from piled flesh. The body shows extensive damage but less than expected from the blast. Multiple observers are examining the remains.
- Machi decides to remain behind to treat Hisoka's wounds. Hisoka is lying injured on the floor after a fight. Other Troupe members are leaving the area. Machi cites advance payment as reason for helping Hisoka.
- Machi is stitching Hisoka's neck wounds as thanks for Nen exorcism help. Hisoka remains unconscious during treatment. Machi uses a needle and thread for the procedure.
- The spiky-haired fighter physically restrains the bearded man. Visible text references Hisoka's death and lingering aura. The scene focuses on post-mortem nen activation.
- The bearded man is being strangled by multiple hands. Repeated squeeze and twitch effects emphasize the choke. The spiky-haired fighter maintains the hold.
- Hisoka is shown mid-technique activation The arena contains a large audience A suited man is visible among the crowd
- Lungs and heart are shown reviving A large explosion occurs after the ability activation The crowd witnesses the event
- Hisoka wears a torn tank top with club symbols The bearded man has severe facial injuries and blood A young spiky-haired boy appears in multiple panels Machi's voice is heard addressing the scene
- Hisoka mentions fighting someone of Chrollo's caliber Hisoka uses his gum ability Texture Surprise and Needle Wrap techniques are referenced as destroyed Hisoka applies pressure to stop his own bleeding
- Hisoka demonstrates the use of Bungee Gum to recreate a severed hand. Texture Surprise is applied to finish the visual restoration of the hand. Hisoka's right foot is shown fully functional after the same process. Machi witnesses the entire demonstration without visible surprise.
- Machi corrects Hisoka's assumption about her intentions. Hisoka plans to force his opponents to come to him. Machi decides to leave the room and return elsewhere. Machi's final statement references the Spiders directly.
- Hisoka wears a spade symbol on his chest. Hisoka has a star marking on his cheek. Hisoka expresses intent to kill every Spider member. The spiky-haired boy is physically restrained by Hisoka. The boy reacts with immediate violent threats toward Hisoka.
- The confrontation moves to an indoor locker area. Hisoka maintains physical control while leaping. Hisoka treats the boy's threats as potential agreement. The boy remains defiant and attempts to break free. Hisoka's playful tone persists during the fight.
- The Kakin Royal Family is accepting general public passengers. The King and Princes are traveling to the new continent with valuable treasure. The Troupe has not gathered together in a while. A cellphone is being exchanged between the two main characters.
- Kortopi is mentioned as taking a long time. Posters on the wall depict a spiky-haired individual. A cellphone-like object is retrieved from inside the wall. The girl is suddenly attacked and crushed from behind.
- The page depicts an ongoing physical confrontation in a nighttime plaza. One combatant is sent flying by a powerful blow.
- The chapter concludes with a spider symbol and the line “TO GO… 10 MORE.” Crows are shown actively assaulting the central figure.
Symbols and visual details19 · show
- Tall central tower with explosion smoke at peak Multiple emergency vehicles with flashing lights implied Dense crowd of standing and running figures in street Helmets and masks on foreground workers Speech bubbles positioned high right and mid left SFX banners floating above buildings Bottom strip of close-up reaction panels
- Large circular arena structure with multiple spectator tiers visible in background Thick black smoke clouds rising from the arena center Debris and rubble scattered across the arena floor Reporter holding a microphone with a serious expression Man in fedora standing with arms crossed observing the scene Young girl with light hair showing a worried face Emergency workers carrying stretchers with injured people City buildings visible in the distant background News broadcast text boxes overlaid on the scene Crowd of people gathered near the arena entrance
- Mutilated corpse with exposed wounds and torn clothing on a stretcher Spiky-haired boy standing with arms crossed looking down Long-haired girl viewed from behind observing the body Short-haired boy with wide eyes staring at the corpse Puppet-like figures with holes in their bodies Tiled floor of the examination room Speech bubbles containing explanatory text Body showing signs of crushing and suffocation
- Machi stands over the prone Hisoka with her back turned to the viewer. Hisoka lies motionless on the floor with severe neck and facial wounds. The hooded boy stands facing Machi with a neutral expression. Two female members converse in the lower left panel with backs partially turned. Machi walks away from Hisoka across checkered tiles. A question mark floats above the short-haired member's head. Dim corridor stretches into darkness with closed doors on both sides. Extreme close-up emphasizes Hisoka's torn skin and clenched teeth. Motion lines and sweat drops surround Hisoka's head in the final panels. Machi's ponytail is tied high with loose strands framing her face.
- Machi crouches over Hisoka holding a thin needle. Hisoka lies on his back with eyes closed and mouth open. Needle and thread are visible in Machi's hand. Machi's hair is tied in a high ponytail with spiky ends. Blood and torn clothing cover Hisoka's neck and torso. Dark panel shows Machi threading the needle against black background. Machi's body leans forward in a stitching posture. Close-up of Hisoka's face shows closed eyes and clenched jaw. Sharp motion lines accompany the "FWSHH" sound. Machi's expression is concentrated during the procedure.
- spiky-haired fighter lunging with extended arm and clenched fist bearded man lying supine with head thrown back sharp motion lines radiating from the impact zone large exclamation SFX floating near the fighter's head close-up of wide shocked eyes and open mouth dark background panels emphasizing the narration text faint aura-like energy lines around the characters
- multiple hands squeezing the bearded man's neck bearded man's head tilted back with eyes shut SFX labels reading SQUEEZE and TWITCH close-up of interlocked fingers applying pressure spiky-haired fighter's face showing gritted teeth and sweat motion lines indicating violent struggling dark shading on the choking hands
- massive crowd fills the arena stands suited man stands among panicked spectators spiky-haired fighter airborne with limbs extended hand reaches toward vertical striped bars sharp impact SFX surround the reaching hand muscular fighter clutches chest with both hands flame-like hair stands on end radial speed lines emphasize power heart symbol appears beside dialogue white circular speech bubble for final shout
- lungs shown in close anatomical detail heart depicted with visible damage radiating speed lines behind organs dense crowd fills the arena floor massive white explosion dominates bottom panel debris scatters in all directions bold capitalized text overlays each organ panel crowd members shown in varied poses of shock
- Close-up of wide eyes with radiating speed lines Club symbols on Hisoka's torn tank top Blood and wounds covering the bearded man's face and chest Skeletal figure with hollow eye sockets and exposed teeth Young boy in traditional clothing standing near the skeleton Hisoka's hand extended toward the injured man Multiple speech bubbles with heart symbols Intense speed lines and impact effects throughout the page
- Club symbols on Hisoka's chest Flaming spiky hair effect on Hisoka Close-up of hand using gum with motion lines Skull icon next to a speech bubble Large impact panel showing destroyed texture and needle wrap Hisoka pressing fingers to his face to stop bleeding
- Hisoka's left hand shown detached with motion lines indicating rubber-like flexibility. Star marking under Hisoka's right eye visible during close-up. Hisoka's right hand performing a pinching gesture to apply Texture Surprise. Large impact lines and exclamation SFX surrounding the regenerated hand. Hisoka's full torso displayed with playing card symbols on chest. Hisoka's right foot restored with visible ankle joint and motion lines. Machi viewed from behind with spiky hair and ponytail detail. Small musical note SFX near Hisoka's mouth in final panel. Hisoka's expression calm and slightly smug while facing Machi. Machi's posture upright and composed while observing the regeneration.
- Machi shown in left profile with serious expression. Hisoka reclining on a bed with visible bandages and star marking. Machi walking away down a corridor with hands at sides. Hisoka sitting up on the bed watching Machi leave. Close-up of Machi's face with intense eye contact toward Hisoka. Hisoka's face shown in extreme close-up beside Machi. Musical note SFX near Machi's dialogue in multiple panels. Grid-patterned wall visible in the background hallway. Machi's hair flowing as she turns her head. Hisoka's bandaged torso partially visible while lying down.
- Hisoka's spade chest emblem stands out against his muscular torso. Black star marking on Hisoka's left cheek serves as a signature symbol. Teardrop tattoo beneath Hisoka's right eye adds to his distinctive appearance. Spiky-haired boy's striped shirt and shorts indicate a casual, battle-ready outfit. Hisoka's flowing hair frames his composed face during the close-up. The boy's wild hair spikes outward emphasizing his agitated state. Hisoka's hand grips the boy's arm firmly in the upper panels. Dark background behind Hisoka's face isolates his dialogue moment. Motion lines around the struggle convey tension and resistance. Heart symbol appears at the end of Hisoka's spoken line.
- Hisoka's muscular build and wrapped forearms are emphasized in the dynamic pose. Spiky-haired boy's explosive hair and striped clothing remain consistent. Indoor background features lockers and a counter suggesting a public facility. Hisoka's star cheek marking is visible in profile close-up. Motion lines and impact symbols surround the struggle. Hisoka's confident smirk contrasts with the boy's rage. The boy's wide eye and bared teeth convey raw anger. Ellipsis bubble indicates the boy's momentary speechless fury. Hisoka's raised leg and balanced stance show acrobatic control.
- city street with shops and signs pedestrians walking in both directions tall figure's bold geometric coat pattern boy holding and looking at cellphone speech bubbles positioned above and around characters detailed urban architecture in background
- torn wanted-style posters on wall dark nighttime street setting girl's surprised wide-eyed expression rectangular object resembling a phone impact lines and crushed body silhouette onomatopoeia SFX for squishing sounds
- intense radial speed lines emphasize sudden recoil aura flames surround the charging figure wet wooden planks reflect light in the plaza vending machines stand in the background large black impact bursts mark the final strike hair flows dramatically with motion
- multiple crows attack from all sides swing chains held firmly by the figure dark fluid drips down the face spider crest dominates the final panel cracked background texture behind the spider
- 354Head
- 355Explosion
- 356Disappointment
- 357Disappointment (2)
- 358Eve
- 359Departure
- 360Parasite