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Hunter × Hunter Chapter 59: N°059 Qualification
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Chapter 59 summary
Killua defeats Rilluberto by enduring the electric whips and counterattacking, securing a KO victory. Gon then faces the same opponent, lifting a flagstone and exploiting the fighter's propulsion limitations to land a decisive strike, also winning by KO. Both qualify, after which Hisoka approaches Gon to schedule their next match.
20 key facts · 21 characters
Key facts in chapter 59
- Gon is shown holding a fishing rod equipped with a weight and hooks.
- Chapter title N°059 QUALIFICATION appears at the top. Killua refuses to let an opponent win due to a broken promise. A fighter claims supremacy inside the Celestial Tower ring.
- Chapter 59 title page shows Killua alone in a tree. Visible text includes the exact phrase "THEY'VE GROWN ...". Chapter number is displayed as N°059.
- Match begins with no time limit and point or K.O. victory conditions. Gon vanishes instantly at the start of the bout. Zushi is positioned on a small wheeled platform.
- The wheelchair fighter uses sudden aura ejection for propulsion. The spiky-haired boy is struck and sent flying. The attack originates from behind the boy.
- The spiky-haired boy uses a Twin Snake technique. The wheelchair fighter dodges by propelling forward. The boy jumped too high during the exchange.
- The technique is named Twin Snake's Song of Defense It functions as both a perfect shield and an unbeatable attack tool Killua is present and observing the technique
- The visor-wearing fighter uses a special attack involving ultra-fast motions Killua decides to charge instead of retreating The ring is referenced as limiting escape options
- Gon states he is not a normal person. Opponent activates Thunder Snake attack. Attack produces bright flash and electric discharge.
- Thunder Snake whips deliver 1,000,000 volts. Previous victim escaped but suffered forearm wounds. Gon successfully dodges the whips on first try.
- Killua claims electricity is part of his training against torture. Killua is falling from a height that would be fatal on impact. Killua verbally pleads for rescue.
- Killua is safely caught before hitting the ground. The rescuer uses a staff during the save. An older spectator reacts with shock to the landing.
- Killua defeats Rilluberto by knockout. Rilluberto used electric whips during the match. Zushi is present and applauds the victory. Gon and Killua discuss the fight in a hallway afterward. Killua notes that anyone would have lost to Rilluberto's attack.
- Guido withdraws from his match. The next match is between Gon and a masked fighter using whips. Killua provides background on Rilluberto's recent fights. The match format is points or knockout with no time limit. Gon enters the arena without any visible weapons or items.
- Riluberto uses Twin Snake's Song of Defense Gon crouches and lands with a TAC sound The fight takes place on a tiled arena floor
- Gon lifts and throws a large flagstone using only his hands Riluberto believes the whips cannot dodge the projectile The arena floor shows cracks and impact marks
- The fighter uses a wheelchair equipped with propulsion aura. Gon successfully dodges and counters the staff attack. Killua observes the exchange from the sidelines. The fighter’s balance is disrupted by his own propulsion.
- Gon physically restrains the fighter from behind. The wheelchair is damaged during the struggle. The fighter attempts to escape by destroying the seat.
- Gon wins the match by knockout. Riluberto is the defeated opponent. A dangerous power device is used during the match.
- Gon has qualified for the next round. Hisoka volunteers as Gon's next opponent. Hisoka lets Gon pick the match conditions.
Symbols and visual details20 · show
- Gon holds a fishing rod upright with both hands in a ready stance. The rod features a spherical weight and multiple small hooks on the line. Gon's jacket has a high collar and dark armband details. White empty background emphasizes the character and the rod. Gon's posture shows steady grip and forward gaze.
- Large building with circular windows forms the arena backdrop. Wheelchair and standing figures observe from outside. Killua's spiky hair and intense expression dominate the panel. Gloved hands clutch papers in a lower panel. Headband fighter sweats heavily with determined face. Speech bubbles positioned around characters indicate reactions.
- Killua sits cross-legged on a thick horizontal tree branch. Killua raises his right hand and points upward with index finger. Killua's left hand rests casually on his left knee. Killua wears his standard outfit with striped shirt and loose pants. A single small thought bubble floats to Killua's right. Dark leaves hang down from the top of the frame. Clouds and open sky form the distant background. Killua's shoes display a clear "T" emblem on the soles. The chapter title banner spans the bottom of the page. Killua's posture is relaxed yet alert.
- Gon faces a tall stone wall with his back turned. Small boy sits on a low wheeled cart at left. Boy in uniform raises both hands high while shouting. Large angular sound effects surround the upper panel. Impact cracks appear on the ground in the middle panel. Gon is shown inside a broken panel border mid-leap. Close-up shows a wide-eyed open mouth under a cap. Foliage covers the entire background wall. Motion lines indicate sudden disappearance. The page number 89 appears at bottom left.
- explosive propulsion aura burst from back of wheelchair spiky-haired boy with wide surprised eyes helmeted fighter gripping wheelchair controls large impact 'SLAP' effect with flying figure vertical motion lines indicating rapid forward thrust shattered background elements from aura force boy's body twisted mid-air from slap wheelchair wheels blurred from speed aura flames and smoke trailing the chair
- spiky-haired boy with determined expression mid-leap wheelchair fighter raising arms to catch twin snake hand technique with extended fingers large spinning wheelchair wheel impact 'CLANG' on metal pole aura flames and speed lines around chair boy's hands shaped like striking snakes catching pose with both palms open explosive background lines from clash
- Spiky-haired fighter surrounded by radiating speed lines and star-shaped impacts Multiple "Flit" SFX placed around the twisting body Large bold title text "TWIN SNAKE'S SONG OF DEFENSE !!!" on the right Tight spiral motion lines indicating rapid rotation Small Killua figure in lower right panel observing Narration boxes on left side of lower panel Questioning caption in bottom left Fighter's open mouth and intense expression during technique
- Visor-wearing fighter with wide grin and speech bubbles above Close-up of eye during rapid motion Multiple "SLA!" and slashing impact lines Killua charging with determined expression and extended hands Large "SHIIILT" SFX near Killua's attack "Flit" SFX in motion panel Ring-size reference in dialogue Heavy speed lines emphasizing Killua's forward surge
- Gon leaps with staff raised against radial speed lines helmeted fighter's close-up shows wide eye and sweat drop hand pressing switch on control device massive black explosion shape with lightning bolts Gon recoiling mid-air from electric impact large "THUNDER SNAKE!!!" lettering on right
- helmeted fighter's wide grin and speech bubbles two crackling whips labeled with Ziii effects close-up of helmeted fighter's intense expression Gon blurred in rapid dodge with motion lines whip tips slashing near Gon's body large starburst "WHOA?!" on left
- Killua's spiky hair stands on end from static. Electricity arcs visibly around Killua's limbs. Large impact lines radiate from the shock panel. Killua's body is shown mid-fall with outstretched arms. Sweat drops and motion lines emphasize panic. Close-up on Killua's wide, desperate eyes. Vertical speed lines indicate rapid descent. Electricity training is referenced in narration bubbles.
- Jagged impact shapes burst outward from the landing. Staff lies on the ground near the crash site. Dust clouds and debris surround the two figures. Rescuer's arms are raised high in victory pose. Headband man's face shows extreme surprise with sweat drops. Killua's hair remains spiky and tousled. Vertical motion lines emphasize the sudden stop. Broken ground lines radiate from the impact point.
- Victory announcement text dominates the upper left panel with starburst effect. Rilluberto lies defeated with lightning-like sparks around his head. Killua's raised fist and confident posture in the arena. Zushi clapping repeatedly in the background. Gon giving a thumbs-up while facing Killua. Killua making a peace sign with his hand. Electric whip effects shown as crackling lines on the defeated fighter. Hallway setting with ceiling lights and plain walls. Killua walking ahead of Gon on the tiled floor in the final panel.
- Guido standing with crossed arms and a crowd of spectators behind him. Dramatic silhouette of a lone fighter in the empty arena. Masked fighter in helmet holding a long staff weapon. Crowd reaction faces visible behind Guido. Referee's raised hand signaling the start. Gon and Killua observing from the spectator area. Large impact lines and motion effects around the BEGIN text. Arena floor covered in debris and impact marks.
- Riluberto's helmeted head with wide eyes and swirling whip lines Multiple 'Fil' SFX indicating rapid whip motion Small distant figure of Riluberto on the arena grid Gon's spiky hair visible from behind while crouching Gon's focused expression with sweat drop while crouched Gon's boots and hands touching the floor on landing Large motion lines around Riluberto's defensive formation Crowd reaction bubble with 'OOH !!!'
- Gon holding the giant flagstone above his head Riluberto sprawled on the ground with motion lines Large 'SLAT' SFX near the flagstone Gon's determined face while throwing Riluberto's shocked expression with wide eyes and sweat Impact lines and debris around the thrown flagstone 'ZUUUM' SFX showing the stone's flight path Riluberto's helmet and whip handles visible in close-up
- Large explosive impact lines radiate from the staff swing. Wheelchair shown mid-acceleration with motion blur. Gon’s determined running posture with clenched fist. Killua’s shocked expression in a small reaction panel. Helmeted fighter’s visor hides his eyes during the charge. Staff weapon extended horizontally during the dodge. Background debris and arena seating visible behind the clash. Sound effect DOOOOM placed at the peak of the propulsion burst. ZAT sound marks Gon’s counter strike impact. Sweat drop on the fighter’s cheek in the final close-up.
- Gon clinging to the fighter’s back with both hands. Wheelchair shown spinning out of control. Fighter’s visor reflecting tension during the grapple. Torn fabric and metal fragments flying from the seat. Large motion lines indicating rapid rotation. Close-up of the fighter’s determined expression. Gon’s grip visible on the fighter’s shoulders. Sound effects TAC and GR GR placed around the spinning chair. CRAC effects emphasize the tearing of the seat. Fighter’s hands shown ripping the chair apart.
- Large skull and crossbones emblem on activated machine Two sparking rods held by Gon Spiky-haired boy holding a long cord device Referee with bloodied face raising arm Star emblem on referee's black outfit Motion lines and impact shapes around machine activation Gon raising hand in victory pose
- Clapping hands and sound effects throughout hallway Hisoka's star and teardrop facial marks Heart and diamond symbols on fighter's shirt Gon with sweat drop showing surprise Dark hallway perspective with doors