Ep. 8: Hisoka tests examinees with deadly cards, sparing Gon and Leorio
Aired on December 4, 1999

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Hisoka identifies the true examiner, Satotz, by throwing lethal playing cards at the candidates, reasoning that only a genuine Hunter would survive the attack. He then assumes the role of an examiner and proceeds to kill numerous examinees. Although he successfully eliminates all his intended targets, he observes that Gon and Leorio possess unique qualities. Consequently, he decides to spare their lives, allowing them to continue despite his violent methods during the Hunter Exam arc.
Episodes
- Ep. 4 · The captain suggests a detour to a mountain tree, leading to a bus trap and a new companion's betrayal.
- Ep. 5 · Gon, Kurapika, and Leorio encounter a family disguised as beasts during the Hunter Exam test.
- Ep. 6 · The trio faces a grueling tunnel run in the Hunter Exam's first stage
- Ep. 7 · Tonpa uses hallucinogenic sap to reveal examinees' dreams while a challenger questions his examiner status.
- Ep. 8 · Hisoka tests examinees with deadly cards, sparing Gon and Leorio
- Ep. 9 · The group faces the second phase of the test against Gourmet Hunters Buhara and Menchi.
- Ep. 10 · Todo criticizes hunters before Netero grants a second chance for the spider eagle egg test
- Ep. 11 · Protagonists fly to next stage while Anita sneaks aboard seeking revenge on Killua.
- Ep. 12 · Killua suppresses his instincts while Gon tests Netero's mobility with the ball