New Chapters of Hunter x Hunter Appear Imminent Following Recent Leak
It’s time for all you Hunter x Hunter fans: the manga is set to resume serialization with a new batch of 10 chapters in Weekly Shonen Jump. Despite facing health challenges, the legendary Yoshihiro Togashi continues to work on his iconic series. The saga of the Succession Contest unfolds as various factions compete for power aboard the Black Whale during their perilous journey to the enigmatic and treacherous Dark Continent.
A leaked page from Weekly Shonen Jump reveals that Hunter x Hunter will return with chapter 411 in issue 31, scheduled for release on June 29. The shared image appears credible, aligning with the latest updates. The return was practically confirmed with last week’s announcement regarding the release of volume 39 on July 3. Typically, the launch of a new volume coincides with the debut of fresh chapters, and this instance is no different. Fans can dive into the new chapters right away on digital manga platforms like Manga Plus and Viz’s Shonen Jump app.
The current serialization plan indicates a run of 10 weeks, but there’s no need to worry. Togashi frequently updates his followers on his popular social media account, showing that he’s already hard at work on the next set of chapters. Interestingly, the same issue that marks Hunter x Hunter’s much-anticipated return will also bid farewell to the modern hit Kagurabachi, as the author takes a well-deserved break.
Long hiatuses can make the manga’s intricate plot challenging to follow, so here’s a quick recap. The formidable Kakin Empire has sponsored an expedition to the Dark Continent, a vast and uncharted territory filled with lethal dangers and unimaginable riches. Many key figures are aboard the Black Whale, including Kurapika, who aims to reclaim the remaining scarlet eyes of his tribe from the fourth prince of Kakin, Tserriednich. The Phantom Troupe is also on the ship, seeking vengeance against Hisoka, who is hiding among them. Meanwhile, the deadly Succession Contest kicks off, a Nen-based competition among Kakin’s princes to determine the sole heir to the throne.
It’s been 14 years since the Succession Contest arc began, an astonishing stretch of time. During this period, popular series like My Hero Academia, Chainsaw Man, and Jujutsu Kaisen have launched and concluded, yet Hunter x Hunter endures, fueled by the dedication of its fans and the determination of its creator. Being a Hunter x Hunter reader truly embodies the spirit of the popular meme: I will be there no matter what.
