Hunter x Hunter is considered one of the best anime/manga of all time and is on the watch list of many anime lovers. Adapted from the famous manga series by Yoshihiro Togashi, there are actually two Hunter x Hunter anime series, one released in 1999 and the other in 2011.
Although the 1999 series received some praise from both critics and viewers, it was the 2011 adaptation that received the most attention. This is because the newer anime adapts the Chimera Ant arc. This is considered one of the best, if not the best, arc of the manga.
The episode that fans are celebrating today is also from the Chimera Ant arc. It's episode 131, titled “Anger x And x Light”. Not only does this episode have incredible animation, direction, and visuals, but it's also one of the most important episodes of the entire series.
Hunter x Hunter episode 131 was first released on May 28, 2014 and yesterday was its 10th anniversary. Even though the episode is now 10 years old, it's still extremely appealing to many people. In fact, today it is considered one of the best animated episodes of all time.
Anger x And x Light is known as the episode where Gon unleashes his rage state. After the terrible fate Kite received from Neferpitou, Gon is looking for revenge. Gon gives Pitou time to heal Komugi after the Chimera Ant begged him, on the condition that Pitou will also heal Kite after they are done with Komugi.
However, when Pitou failed to do so, Gon unleashed all the rage inside him and transformed into his adult form so powerful that he could finish Pitou with just the blink of an eye. This episode is dark, profound, and incredibly heartbreaking as Killua watches in horror as his friend continues to beat Pitou's body.
“The most impactful and unforgettable episode since seeing Goku attain Super Saiyan form for the first time.”, one user commented as they celebrated the iconic episode turning 10 years old.
“Time has stopped in this episode and this Chimera arc. This is one of the top arcs in anime history,” another shared.
As fans celebrate episode 131, the Hunter x Hunter manga series will return with the upcoming release of chapter 401.