Ep. 43: Killua enters the tournament after Gon's match, facing kidnapping attempts by Gido, Sadaro, and Riehlvelt.
Aired on October 28, 2000
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Following Gon's match, Killua decides to compete to test his strength. Gido, Sadaro, and Riehlvelt kidnap Zushi to bribe Killua into forfeiting their upcoming matches, aiming for easy victories. Killua refuses to cheat and insists on honest combat. Sadaro withdraws from the competition due to his fear of Killua, describing him as someone who lived in the darkest corners of the world. This event occurs during the Heavens Arena arc. The narrative focuses on Killua's determination to fight fairly despite the opponents' attempts to manipulate the tournament outcomes through coercion and intimidation tactics involving Zushi.
Episodes
- Ep. 39 · Gon and Killua advance to the 200th floor of Heavens Arena to begin their battles.
- Ep. 40 · Gon recovers while Kurapika faces rejection and Leorio studies medicine
- Ep. 41 · Gon and Killua discover their Hatsu types while Gon battles Hisoka in a one-round fight.
- Ep. 42 · Hisoka and Gon's Battle Concludes with Hisoka's Victory and Phantom Troupe Connection
- Ep. 43 · Killua enters the tournament after Gon's match, facing kidnapping attempts by Gido, Sadaro, and Riehlvelt.
- Ep. 44 · Gon and Killua Perfect Nen Skills and Pass Exam Before Whale Island
- Ep. 45 · Kurapika's past training and his first job lead to a potential new ally on a train.
- Ep. 46 · Gon and Killua travel to Whale Island and rescue a fox-bear cub from poachers
- Ep. 47 · Gon and Killua attempt internet repair while Mito reveals secrets about Ging