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Hunter × Hunter Chapter 387: Return
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Chapter 387 summary
Tserriednich begins Zetsu training under Theta's guidance but experiences disorienting sounds and a 10-second premonition that replays her dialogue exactly. He tests the ability repeatedly, confirming it shows an instantaneous 10 seconds into the future followed by real-time vision offset by 10 seconds, all while keeping Zetsu active. A broadcast of Melody's flute performance interrupts the session, leading to a confrontation where Theta fires at him under the influence of another ability. Tserriednich realizes the experience was caused by an external Nen power rather than his own. He later explains the mechanics of his vision, decides to summon Melody, and resolves to master Zetsu control to dominate the succession war.
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Key facts in chapter 387
- Scene takes place on the 8th day Sunday at 7:35 PM Training occurs inside room 1004 Tserriednich is practicing advanced Zetsu control
- Tserriednich is attempting to close his aura from the extremities inward An unknown object or presence appears from above onto Tserriednich The event causes both characters visible alarm
- Tserriednich experiences sudden disorientation and questions reality. Theta delivers a specific warning about an enemy attack. Tserriednich's Zetsu technique becomes undone during the moment. Tserriednich senses an unknown presence on his left shoulder.
- Tserriednich recognizes that Theta's words match his earlier dream exactly. Tserriednich altered his own dialogue yet Theta responded identically to the dream. The vision Tserriednich experienced lasted approximately ten seconds. Tserriednich concludes the event may be a premonition of future reality.
- Tserriednich is testing the activation conditions of his premonition ability. The ability appears to grant a 10-second vision of the future. Activating the ability may require closing eyes and entering Zetsu. Tserriednich fears losing bodily control and defense during the vision. A paper with the marking TWS lies on the floor at the end of the page.
- Tserriednich's ability provides a 10-second future premonition upon activation. After the instantaneous 10 seconds, vision continues in real time but remains 10 seconds ahead. Theta moves in real time while Tserriednich observes the future vision. The time difference between vision and reality is confirmed by Tserriednich.
- Tserriednich can see exactly ten seconds into the future while using Zetsu. Theta moves precisely ten seconds after the vision activates. Tserriednich shatters a cup to test concentration. The sound of the shattering cup breaks Tserriednich's Zetsu. Two suited men observe the training session.
- Tserriednich's Zetsu remains active even after the vision ends. Theta remains unaware that the future has been altered. Tserriednich can maintain Zetsu while seeing ten seconds ahead. Tserriednich challenges Theta to act freely during his Zetsu state. Tserriednich asserts he will not react to any action within the ten-second window.
- Tserriednich is currently maintaining Zetsu. Theta previously threw an aura ball at Tserriednich. The 10-second instantaneous activation is under consideration for reuse.
- The ten-second offset between Tserriednich and Theta has reset. Tserriednich can repeatedly activate his ability while keeping Zetsu active. Theta is currently observing Tserriednich.
- Theta is addressed by name in dialogue. A surprise concert organized by the Royal Music Association is announced. The scene takes place inside a large decorated hall on what appears to be a ship or luxury venue.
- A flute performance by Miss Melody is announced. The suited man draws and fires a handgun. Theta shows clear shock and alarm at the unfolding events.
- Theta has fired her gun at the long-haired man The long-haired man is using an ability that creates an illusion Melody is about to perform on flute The long-haired man finds the situation highly entertaining
- Theta continues shooting at the long-haired man The scene shifts to an outdoor floral area Portrait images of the two characters appear on the ground
- Tserriednich is the long-haired man reacting in the hall. Theta is the woman shown in profile with a surprised expression. A handgun is fired or pointed during the scene. Tserriednich experiences an external Nen ability affecting him.
- Theta is directly addressed by name in dialogue. Tserriednich claims the gunshot is part of his training. Theta attempted to kill Tserriednich according to his statement. Kukuku appears shocked in a small panel.
- Melody performed as a Hunter Sale-Sale's rap broadcast was interrupted Tserriednich plans to summon the performer via invitation
- Tserriednich's ability creates a 10-second future vision experienced while eyes are closed Vision occurs in a state similar to a parallel world Real-time actions during the vision span are imperceptible to others
- Tserriednich appears with long hair and bare muscular arms. The page is the final page of chapter 387. Tserriednich speaks of controlling Zetsu and dominating the Succession War. A timed contest with eyes closed is proposed for exactly one second.
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- Large moon and starry sky over turbulent ocean waves at top of page Room number 1004 displayed on wall plaque Two suited men standing rigidly outside double doors Long empty hallway with patterned walls and distant figures Tserriednich standing with hands clasped in front of doors Theta facing Tserriednich with arms at sides Speech bubbles positioned on left and right of hallway panel Time stamp box reading 8TH DAY (SUNDAY) 7:35 PM Chapter header with Hunter x Hunter logo and 387 RETURN Vertical text SUPER ZETSU TRAINING?! on left margin
- Close-up of Tserriednich's face with eyes closed Full body view of Tserriednich standing with arms slightly extended Small panels showing hand gestures and Tserriednich's face Large SFX FWSSSSSSSS across the middle of the page Tserriednich leaning forward with arm extended toward the floor Theta standing opposite Tserriednich in the hallway Speech bubbles surrounding Tserriednich's head and body Dark panel showing overhead view of the two characters Small circular panels with dots indicating surprise or ellipsis
- Tserriednich faces away from Theta in a narrow dark space Theta stands with hands on hips delivering a warning Sudden horizontal FZZZ sound effect across the panel Tserriednich's shocked face with wide eyes and sweat drops Close-up of Tserriednich's face showing confusion and tension Tserriednich's long hair and sleeveless top visible Theta's bob haircut and formal suit with tie Small motion lines and debris around Tserriednich Tserriednich's gaze directed at Theta's shoulder area Dark background with faint vertical lines suggesting enclosed space
- Theta's close-up face with serious expression Tserriednich floating or leaning forward with wide eyes Split panel showing past and present versions of Tserriednich Small group of three characters standing in a tiled hall Tserriednich's profile view with sweat drops Large radiating lines behind Tserriednich's realization panel Theta's neutral expression while speaking Tserriednich's internal monologue text blocks at bottom Empty speech bubbles indicating silence or hesitation
- Tserriednich with long hair and closed eyes in thought panel Large empty hall with ornate pillars and ceiling lights Theta standing with back to viewer in loose pants and sleeveless top Tserriednich in dark suit facing Theta Close-up of Tserriednich's face with sweat drop and intense expression Crumpled paper on wooden floor with visible text Speech bubbles containing internal monologue Motion lines and emphasis marks around eyes Dark panel borders separating thought sequences
- Hallway with dark textured walls and floor Tserriednich and Theta viewed from behind walking Large ZZZZ sound effect across panel Close-up of eyes with motion lines Theta turning and stepping forward Tserriednich standing still in suit Circular emphasis bubbles around dialogue Narration box with ability explanation
- large thought bubbles showing internal monologue shattered cup fragments with impact lines hallway perspective with checkered floor Zetsu concentration focus 10-second future vision panels motion lines indicating Theta's step background suited observers
- close-up of Tserriednich's determined face impact lines and debris from previous cup shatter hallway with open doors thought bubbles overlapping dialogue Zetsu eye-close emphasis large speech bubbles with bold text
- Large horned Nen beast towers in ornate hall with clawed feet planted wide. Tserriednich stands with back to viewer, long hair flowing, tank top and baggy pants visible. Theta faces forward with neutral posture, short hair and sleeveless top. Close-up of beast's wide eyes and open mouth in shock. Theta's narrowed eyes and fierce glare fill a panel. Empty hall floor stretches with perspective lines and scattered debris. Tserriednich's silhouette shows relaxed arms at sides. Motion lines and impact shapes streak across the floor in wide shot. SFX "Z" and "Z" mark repeated reactions near faces. SFX "FWSSSSS" runs along the bottom of the hall panel.
- Extreme close-up of Tserriednich's half-lidded eyes. Theta shown in profile with short hair and serious expression. Tserriednich's back view with hands raised near mouth. Theta's face visible through a dark doorway. Tserriednich raises two fingers while speaking to Theta. Theta's face with focused gaze. Tserriednich smiles with eyes shut, hair strands floating. Heart symbol "OH♡" appears beside Tserriednich. SFX "FWSS SSSS SSSS" near Tserriednich's face. Tserriednich and Theta walk across checkered floor with debris. Large circular thought bubbles frame Tserriednich's final monologue.
- Checkered marble floor stretches across the grand hall Ornate wall panels and double doors frame the background Woman in kimono places flowers on a side table Small distant silhouettes walk in a narrow corridor Profile close-ups emphasize Theta's bob and the long-haired man's features Clock on mantelpiece shown in separate panel Theta's muscular back visible as she walks away Suited man approaches from the opposite direction Speech bubbles positioned near Theta and the suited man Narration boxes overlay the lower hall scene
- Speech bubbles surround the suited man and Theta Gunshot SFX 'KABOOM' with impact lines Close-up of wide eyes conveying shock Radiating speed lines behind the gunman Theta's back and arms shown in defensive posture Gun held at eye level by the suited man
- gun pointed at seated figure in ornate hall woman kicked mid-air with motion lines close-up of wide-eyed sweating face bright explosion with reaching hands silhouette flute performance announcement illusion of standing figure after being shot
- gunshot sparks from pistol muscular man viewed from behind stumbling floral field with light streaks floating portrait panels of faces Theta firing while standing in flowers
- Tserriednich's long hair flows wildly during his reaction. Sweat drops fly from Tserriednich's face indicating intense shock. Handgun pointed directly at Tserriednich from the suited man's stance. Ornate hall with tall windows and checkered floor in background. Clock visible in an upper panel near the hall entrance. Birds flying outside in the distant landscape panels. Impact lines and motion effects around Tserriednich's head. Theta's hair partially covers one eye in her close-up.
- Three suited men standing in the hall with one holding a revolver. Bright flash effect behind one of the men during speech. Theta's hair flows to the side in her profile view. Small gravestone-like object visible in one background panel. Radial speed lines emphasizing the hall's perspective. Dark panel showing Kukuku's shocked expression. Final black bar with Japanese SFX at the bottom.
- luxurious room with patterned walls and ceiling group standing near window Tserriednich facing away in lower panel close-up of Tserriednich's serious face subordinates bowing
- vertical manga stream logo grid-like parallel world background time flow diagram with numbered seconds arrows showing vision and real world timelines Tserriednich's face in close-up with intense expression
- Close-up of a muscular hand reaching toward the viewer against solid black. Fingers slightly curled with visible nails and knuckle shading. Long-haired man with stern expression and flowing hair strands. Right arm raised high, fingers hooked in a claw-like pose. Muscular torso and shoulders emphasized with heavy hatching. Radiating speed lines and starburst effect filling the final panel. Two oval speech bubbles positioned left and right of the central text. Vertical title text running along the left margin. Chapter-end logo and numbering at bottom center. Small glowing particles scattered in the dark background.