Hunter x Hunter is a popular manga about hunters that is serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump. The main character is Gon Freecss, whose goal is to become a great hunter and find his father. Hunter x Hunter's appeal lies in its combat and Nen abilities, which are combined with extremely deep psychological warfare. There are also many other characters with strong personalities, and the fact that the story is so unpredictable is also the secret to its popularity. In this article, we will take a thorough look at the appeal of Gon Freecss, the main character of Hunter x Hunter.
Who is Gon Freecss, the honest and straightforward young hunter?
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Gon Freecss is the main character in Hunter x Hunter. He is characterized by his spiky black hair and large eyes, and fights using a fishing rod as his weapon. He has a very honest and straightforward personality, and often has a pure, childlike side to him. However, when it comes to combat, he is extremely reliable and displays incredible strength. His purity also allows him to often get to the heart of things, and he fully demonstrates this ability in his Hunter exams and missions. Gon Freecss is endlessly honest, and his kindness and ability to empathize with everyone coexists with his relentless strength. He is also incredibly stubborn, and once he speaks his mind, he won't budge no matter what.
Gon Freecss' goal is to meet his father
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Gon Freecss' goal is to meet his father. Gon Freecss has no mother, and his only blood relative is his father. However, his father is also a hunter, and since he was already traveling and wandering as a hunter at a young age, he has no memory of ever meeting him. So Gon Freecss takes the Hunter Exam with the goal of becoming a Hunter in order to meet his father. He eventually becomes a Hunter, and when he has completed his mission as a Hunter and has a break, he meets and talks with his father.
Gon Freecss is an Enhancement-type ability user
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In the world of Hunter x Hunter, there is the concept of Nen, which allows characters to use various special abilities. There are several types of Nen abilities: Enhancement, Transformation, Manipulation, Materialization, Emission, and Special. Among them, Gon Freecss is an Enhancement-type ability user, and fights by making himself stronger. As an Enhancement-type ability user, he excels in close combat and defeats his opponents mainly through fistfights.
A Special Move That Forces Complex Psychological Warfare! Jajanken
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We've already introduced Gon Freecss as a Nen user and an Enhancement-type ability user. Gon Freecss also has a special move. It's called "Jajanken." Jajanken is a fighting style modeled after rock-paper-scissors, in which aura is stored in the fist. Then, by shouting "First, rock, rock-paper-scissors," the fist is punched, resulting in tremendous power. Furthermore, Jajanken is not just a punch; by using transformation-type Nen, the opponent can create a Nen sword to cut through the enemy, or by using emission-type Nen, the opponent can fire a Nen bullet while shouting "paper." While it may seem like a simple attack, it is also a difficult technique to counter, as the opponent needs to predict which of the three options will come and avoid it.
What are the fascinating characters related to Gon Freecss?
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So far, we've introduced Gon Freecss's personal profile and characteristics. So, who are the characters closely related to Gon Freecss? Let's take a look at the relationships between some particularly important characters and Gon Freecss.
Gon's father and the free-spirited hunter! Ging Freecss
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The first character with a deep connection to Gon Freecss is Ging Freecss. As mentioned earlier, Ging Freecss is Gon Freecss' father, and he was the person who inspired Gon Freecss to become a hunter. Ging Freecss is an extremely skilled hunter, possessing top-class power. Furthermore, due to his extraordinary experience, he is able to imitate the Nen abilities of almost anyone just by looking at them. For this reason, he has yet to show his own Nen abilities in the story. He is an extremely selfish and free-spirited man, and is also a character who prioritizes what he finds fun. He is treated as a problem child even within the Hunter Association, and although his abilities are recognized, many people are tired of him.
Hunter of a Former Assassin Family!! Killua Zoldyck
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The next character with a deep connection to Gon Freecss is Killua Zoldyck. Killua Zoldyck is a boy with sharp cat eyes and curly silver hair. He comes from the Zoldyck family, a family of assassins, and possesses several assassination techniques. He has a competitive and cool personality, but also has a sensitive side. He met Gon Freecss during the Hunter Exam, and as they are close in age, they hit it off and became best friends. Killua Zoldyck always traveled with Gon Freecss, but they were separated for a while as he traveled around the world with his sister, Alluka.
Mito, a foster parent and a place to return to!
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The next character with a deep connection to Gon Freecss is Mito. Mito is like a mother to Gon Freecss, having raised him, and is also a childhood friend of his father, Ging Freecss. She is a very calm and gentle woman who watches over Gon with kindness. Although she appears only a few times, she is an important and irreplaceable person to Gon, like family, so she is an indispensable character. Because she loves Gon, she often interferes in his life and worries excessively. However, she also supports his desire to become a Hunter.
Kite, Gon's father's apprentice and master!
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The last character we'll introduce, who has a deep connection with Gon Freecss, is Kite. Kite is a man with long gray hair and a hunting hat. He is a very kind person and a great teacher. He has known Gon since they were little, and is like a mentor to Gon. Kite is also acquainted with Gon's father, Ging Freecss, and is both a friend and disciple. Although he is an extremely strong hunter, he was killed by Neferpitou when he went out to hunt the Chimera Ants with Gon and Killua. After that, Kite's body came under Neferpitou's control, but he was able to recapture it. After that, Kite's soul was reincarnated as a red-haired girl, and she still retains her memories from when she was Kite.
What is the appeal of Gon Freecss, the honest and straightforward young hunter?
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The appeal of Gon Freecss, the protagonist of Hunter x Hunter, lies in his endless honesty and purity. It is precisely because he is pure that he has such a strong will and never changes his mind once he has made a decision, which makes him cool and also makes him trustworthy as he will never betray his allies. On the other hand, his purity can make him dangerous, but this is compensated for by the help of other characters such as Killua. Gon often appears to be thinking at first glance, and in reality, his body moves on its own instincts, so it cannot be said that he is thinking. However, his straightforwardness stands out as the complete opposite of the complex psychological portrayals and psychological warfare that are unique to Hunter x Hunter, making him extremely appealing.
[Hunter x Hunter] A Thorough Explanation of the Appeal of the Innocent Protagonist Gon Freecss! Summary
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This time, we've thoroughly explained the appeal of Gon Freecss, the protagonist of Hunter x Hunter. Hunter x Hunter is also a hard-hitting series, featuring complex psychological battles and grotesque depictions. However, even in such a harsh battle, Gon remains unwavering in his search for his father and sticks to what he believes is right, which is very cool. The battle scenes are also very powerful, and it's a deep work, so you'd be missing out if you didn't read it!!
