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Hunter × Hunter Chapter 364: Expectation
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Chapter 364 summary
Kurapika confronts the bodyguard Vincent and uses chains to restrain him after an apparent attack on the queen and prince. He activates Stealth Dolphin and Emperor Time to transfer a stolen ability and drain aura. Vincent poisons himself rather than confess. Later analysis in the control room leads to new orders for Babimaina. Kurapika and Oito discuss using Sayird's ability on a hamster before multiple princes call and a visitor arrives.
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Key facts in chapter 364
- Chapter title shown as 364 ◆ EXPECTATION Discussion centers on framing an assassination as self-defense Reference made to the 14th Prince Woble and the Queen
- Kurapika made an emergency call that summoned the gunman. Several people have already been killed in the hallway. The gunman explicitly offers cooperation in exchange for sparing lives. Kurapika identifies the gunman as the most dangerous party present.
- Queen Oito and Prince Woble are present together. The baby (Prince Woble) is crying during the conversation. Kurapika asks for the trust of Queen Oito and Prince Woble. Multiple adults are gathered near the doorway, some visibly alarmed.
- Oito is holding Woble in both arms throughout the page. Oito's expression shifts from surprise to determination. Woble is shown both in Oito's arms and in close-up panels.
- Kurapika's chain is visibly extending toward Oito and Woble. Oito continues holding Woble while the chains approach. The scene emphasizes the sudden arrival of the chain ability.
- Kurapika's ability allows direct mind communication. Little Eye has been transferred from Kurapika to Oito. Oito and Kurapika are currently connected by the ability.
- The attacker is currently visible only to Kurapika and one other person. An ability is keeping the attacker hidden from others until activated. The queen is under direct attack in the hallway and main room.
- The bald man fires a handgun at the spiky-haired opponent. The spiky-haired man is surrounded by visible aura flames. The bald man uses a Nen-enhanced punch called Air Blow. The attack targets the opponent's upper body.
- The Air Blow punch makes direct contact with the opponent's head. The spiky-haired man shows a surprised or pained expression. A small child is visible in the background scene. The bald man retains his handgun after the strike.
- Kurapika uses Steal Chain on the bald man Aura is visibly drained from the target Kurapika mentions transferring stolen abilities via Stealth Dolphin
- Kurapika restrains the bald man for attempted assassination of Prince Woble Multiple handguns are present and one is stomped Spiky-haired man is injured on the floor
- Vincent claims he came as a royal bodyguard to defend the queen and prince. Oito identifies Vincent as the attacker who killed Sandra. Kurapika plans to use his ability to force a confession.
- Vincent attempts suicide by biting poison hidden in a back tooth. Kurapika refuses to hand Vincent over without securing a confession and arrest. The group discusses risks of involving the queen in court proceedings.
- Vincent was restrained after being shot. Enemy ability suspected to disable Nen use. Vincent chose to fight with his gun instead of complying.
- Vincent chose to take his own life rather than comply. Babimaina is assigned to replace Vincent. The mission parameters are being adjusted due to new developments.
- 13th Prince Marayam keeps his pet hamster with him at all times. Oito intends to use Sayird's ability on the hamster at the next banquet.
- Sayird's ability to control small animals has a severe time limit. Flies and mosquitoes are recommended because they arouse no suspicion.
- Kurapika possesses a conjured dolphin that can store stolen abilities. Emperor Time shortens the user's lifespan by one hour per second while active. The room contains a telephone that receives multiple simultaneous calls. Oito is currently holding Prince Woble. Shimano is present and is asked to answer the phone.
- Three princes—Benjamin, Zhang Lei, and Tubeppa—are calling simultaneously. The telephone switchboard operator relays the incoming calls to the room. A visitor has also arrived at the same time as the calls. The group must decide whether to answer the phone or the door first.
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- Chains wrapped around the leaping assassin's arms and legs Speed lines and impact marks emphasizing rapid movement Handgun aimed straight at the viewer in the final panel Dark suit and tie on the central young character Multiple overlapping thought bubbles showing strategic discussion Author credit 'YOSHIHIRO TOGASHI' placed near a standing figure
- Kurapika stands with palms open and body angled defensively in the corridor. Multiple motionless bodies sprawl across the blood-stained floor behind Kurapika. The gunman holds his pistol in a two-handed grip, finger near the trigger. Kurapika's suit jacket is open, revealing his tie and formal shirt. The gunman's hooded jacket is zipped up, his expression confident and mocking. Blood splatter marks the walls and floor of the narrow hallway. Kurapika's gaze is fixed directly on the gunman. The gunman leans forward slightly while speaking. Kurapika's hair partially covers his eyes in the close-up panel. A small sweat drop appears on Kurapika's cheek in the final panel.
- Kurapika stands with his back to the viewer, hand raised to his head. The baby cries with mouth wide open while being held by a woman. A man with a prominent cross-shaped scar glares forward. The woman with the ponytail shows wide-eyed surprise. Ornate double doors with intricate patterns stand open behind the group. A small bloodstain is visible on the floor near the doorway. Kurapika's hair is disheveled in the close-up. The dark-haired woman covers her mouth while holding the baby. Prince Woble is an infant with a pacifier. Queen Oito's expression is tense and uncertain.
- Woman with braided hair holding infant in traditional robe Sweat drop on cheek indicating tension Baby with short hair reaching forward with open mouth Large close-up of wide, serious eyes Radial speed lines emphasizing emotional outburst Speech bubbles positioned left and right of central face Infant partially visible at bottom of final panel
- Large chain-covered hand dominating upper panel Kurapika's face with light hair and intense gaze Heavy black Japanese sound effects overlaying the action Chains wrapping around Oito and the baby Radial speed lines and impact bursts Oito's surprised expression with open mouth Baby reaching one arm upward
- Large impact SFX radiating from Oito's head device Ornate fish-shaped Little Eye device with floral patterns and tubes Mind-communication speech bubbles with no visible speaker Sweat drops and wide-eyed shock expressions on multiple faces Blonde Kurapika shown in small inset panel with neutral expression Jagged black SFX lines indicating mental shock or ability activation Oito's ear device glowing or sparking during transfer
- Ornate mask device on a figure Large room with high ceiling and falling figures Fist raised in foreground during attack Motion lines and impact effects showing bodies being thrown Baby Woble held by Oito during the assault Close-up eye symbolizing visibility through the ability
- gun muzzle flashes and bullet impact lines aura flames surrounding the spiky-haired man motion lines radiating from the bald man's punch spiral impact symbols on the struck body sweat drops and strained facial expressions Nen protective stance with crossed arms doorway silhouette in the background close-up fist dominating the foreground
- large impact burst on contact question mark floating above the bald man's head close-up eye details showing surprise and focus chains or aura lines wrapping around figures dark background with spotlight effects gun held at the ready in the bald man's hand
- chain syringe device extracting aura bald man with raised defensive hands chain wrapped around waist close-up shocked eyes with sweat drops Kurapika's focused gaze and pointing finger Stealth Dolphin ability activation flying body with impact debris motion lines and SFX bursts aura swirl inside syringe
- stomped handgun on floor bald man reaching with open hand spiky-haired man on ground clutching face Kurapika in black suit holding pistol silhouetted standing figure two fallen men in background impact lines and debris from stomp
- Vincent's intense close-up with wide eyes during testimony Oito cradling Woble protectively in her arms Kurapika's glowing eyes and chain-wrapped hands activating ability Fallen body on the floor near the doorway Motion lines emphasizing Oito's accusation Background figures standing in the hallway Vincent's disheveled appearance after confrontation
- Vincent's contorted face showing poison effects Two men supporting the collapsing Vincent Kurapika pointing decisively with chains visible Oito and Woble visible in the background Speech bubbles with urgency and alarm Impact lines around Vincent's head Hallway setting with wooden floor
- Control room with multiple monitors and glowing panels Tablet device held by bald man displaying data Close-up of stern face with intense glare Speech bubbles positioned around characters indicating discussion Sound effect CRUNCH near computer area Room number 1001 sign visible Characters in formal or guard-like attire Motion lines and emphasis on facial expressions during debate
- Two suited men facing each other in discussion Close-up profile of face with sweat drop Large room with tables, chairs, and windows Babimaina standing with hands on hips Soldier standing at attention Speech bubbles showing ongoing conversation Shadowed close-up with dramatic shading
- close-up profile of commander with intense glare and sweat drops subordinate's determined face and sharp "YES, SIR!!" balloon long perspective hallway with patterned windows and distant figures Kurapika in foreground with hand near chin and wide eyes speech bubbles floating above hallway scene room number 101 visible on wall small animal cage silhouette in background shadows and motion lines emphasizing distance in corridor
- Oito holding infant Woble while facing Kurapika close-up of Kurapika's eye with sweat drop ornate dolphin-shaped weapon or tool in midair headband woman's surprised expression large fly and mosquito illustrations with labels multiple overlapping speech bubbles broken wall or debris in background
- Kurapika stands with back to viewer, short blond hair visible. Oito holds infant Woble while facing Kurapika. Checkered black-and-white floor stretches across the large room. Ornate double doors marked KING and QUEEN stand at the far end. Telephone rests on a long table cluttered with boxes and a small creature. Motion lines and impact shapes emphasize Oito's shocked posture. Large radiating lines frame the Emperor Time splash text. Kurapika's hand is shown near his face during internal monologue. Shimano stands near the table with a surprised expression. Spiky-haired man in dark coat walks toward the center of the room.
- Oito holds Woble while speaking with a serious expression. Kurapika's face shown in profile with narrowed eyes. Shimano grips the telephone receiver tightly. Close-up panels focus on sweating faces and wide eyes. Large circular window dominates the background of the final panel. Sound effect "DING DONG!" appears in a jagged balloon. Three small reaction panels show Kurapika, Shimano, and Oito side by side. The stern man wears a high-collared jacket and stares forward.