Hunter x Hunter Creator Says a Big Change Is Coming to the Manga

Hunter x Hunter Creator Says a Big Change Is Coming to the Manga

As a die-hard fan who’s been following Gon Freecs and his band of Hunter hopefuls since the early days of “Weekly Shonen Jump”, I can’t help but feel a rush of excitement as Hunter x Hunter prepares to make its grand comeback. The series has been MIA for over a year, but Yoshihiro Togashi hasn’t forgotten about his beloved characters – he’s just been busy crafting the epic storylines we’ve come to love.


The popular anime “Hunter x Hunter” is poised for a return after an extended absence. Although it’s been over a year since the series last appeared, creator Yoshihiro Togashi has not forgotten about Gon Freeces. In fact, he’s been diligently working on the series, and its anticipated comeback is set for October. Moreover, based on Togashi’s recent update, it seems that “Hunter x Hunter” will undergo a significant transformation when its manga resumes publication.

On social media, Togashi gave fans a glimpse into the progress of chapter 420 of Hunter x Hunter , mentioning that character sketches have been finalized and his team is now prepared to proceed with inking and adding background details. Additionally, Togashi hinted at the return of Hunter x Hunter by indicating that it won’t be published on a weekly basis anymore.

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Hunter x Hunter Is Changing Its Weekly Release

As stated by Togashi, the editorial team at Shueisha will determine the timing for when “Hunter x Hunter” resumes publication. Since “Weekly Shonen Jump” follows a specific release schedule, it’s significant to note that an alteration in this plan suggests that “Hunter x Hunter” won’t return as a weekly series initially. This change allows Togashi more time to work on the manga, which benefits readers who appreciate a well-paced reading experience.

First off, it’s understandable that Togashi takes as much time as necessary when it comes to creating content due to his multiple ongoing health issues, which often lead to his extended absences from work. Fans of his manga “Hunter x Hunter” are particularly protective of him given his condition, and they admire the fact that despite his pain, Togashi continues to work on the series for its followers. If a non-weekly release schedule would help improve Togashi’s health, then many fans would be happy to wait.

In terms of readership, “Hunter x Hunter” is an undeniable magnet for Weekly Shonen Jump magazine. Readers would likely stay subscribed for extended periods if “Hunter x Hunter” were to release its chapters gradually. This approach certainly appeals to the Shueisha team due to the limited availability of “Hunter x Hunter.” Togashi’s team aims to publish at least ten chapters for this comeback, which could sustain Shueisha for a considerable time.

Will Hunter x Hunter Ever Be Finished?

The upcoming season of Hunter x Hunter might have some changes, however, this popular series has a dedicated fan base behind it. Yoshihiro Togashi started the manga in 1998 following the completion of Yu Yu Hakusho, and since then, Hunter x Hunter has been a beloved series. A break was taken in 2006, but the trend continued intermittently. In the last four years, only 10 chapters have been published due to Togashi’s deteriorating health causing more frequent breaks. Yet, fans are patient and eagerly waiting for the conclusion of Hunter x Hunter.

Indeed, the series “Hunter x Hunter” will eventually conclude, as its creator Togashi has expressed his desire to finish it. In fact, he has shared several potential endings for the series as a precaution, in case he can’t release his own ‘official’ ending first. These alternate conclusions have caused quite a stir among fans who are eagerly awaiting Togashi’s final masterstroke. Fingers crossed that we get to see this concluding chapter soon! If you haven’t been following “Hunter x Hunter” closely, now might be a great time to catch up before the manga returns.

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2024-09-30 20:09