Hunter x Hunter - Nendoroid
Hunter x Hunter is a popular shōnen manga with over 78 million copies sold as of 2019. The series follows a boy named Gon Freecss, who sets out to become a Hunter in order to reunite with his long-lost father, Gin, who is also a Hunter. Gon goes through many arduous battles filled with friendship and loss allowing him to grow stronger as a person and strength.
Hunter x Hunter is written and illustrated by Yoshihiro Togashi, and began serialization in 'Weekly Shōnen Jump' in March 1998; 390 chapters have been released since then.
The series has also received two anime adaptations, the first being Nippon Animation’s adaptation, which ran from 1999-2001, totaling 62 episodes. Nippon Animation later released a further 30 episodes as a part of three separate OVAs from 2002-2004. The series also received an adaptation by Madhouse that spanned 148 episodes, running from October 2011 to September 2014. Madhouse also produced two animated films for the series, which were both released in 2013.
History of Hunter x Hunter and Nendoroid
During WonderFest 2019, Good Smile Company revealed a Nendoroid line of four main characters from the Hunter x Hunter series which would be released during 2020.
List of Hunter x Hunter Nendoroids
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#1183 Gon Freecss
Gon Freecss is the protagonist of the Hunter x Hunter series. Gon is a friendly, adventure-seeking boy whose charisma makes him easily trusted by most people. He is a very honest boy who doesn’t judge others on their appearance or background which can be seen when he became friends with Killua. Gon didn’t care that Killua came from a family of assassins and just wondered if they all had the same job. His honest personality makes him a lovable character who gained the interest of many people. When angered, Gon loses control of his sensibilities and becomes reckless. He cares deeply about his friends and will always fight for his friends and help them in any way possible. Gon's Nen ability is Jajanken, a set of three moves inspired by the rock-paper-scissors game.
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| Nendoroid Gon Freecss | #1183 |
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| Price | US $54.99 |
| Release Date | May 2020 |
| Sculptor | SEI BUNTSU |
| Paintwork | Yohei Kodama |
| Cooperation | Nendoron |
| Manufacture and Release | FREEing |
Additional Parts
The Gon Freecss figure comes bundled with three exchangeable facial expressions that are Gon’s standard expression, his smiling expression, and the "awakened" battle expression complete with the alternate hair part (which is almost 10 cm, or over 3 inches, tall), allows you to recreate his transformation look. The added parts are also meant for Gon to be displayed together with the Nendoroid #1184 ‘Killua Zoldyck’ in a high-five sign or a peace sign. Gon wears a casual white tank top with green shorts which is his usual outfit sans his matching green jacket.
A transparent phrase plate saying, "It can finally be over with now. So, show me what you've got," in Japanese is included with purchases of this figure from the GOODSMILE online shop.
#1184 Killua Zoldyck
Killua Zoldyck is a secondary protagonist of Hunter x Hunter, as well as Gon's best friend. Killua was the heir of a family of assassins until he ran away to become a Hunter. Killua has a friendly personality most of the time but can become extremely violent thanks to his assassin upbringing. On the surface, he appears to be laid back and confident but he is a very calculative person and understands the dark side of people. When he meets Gon Freecss and learns more about his honest personality it is refreshing for him and he instantly takes a liking and becomes close friends. Killua's Nen ability allows him to convert his aura into electricity, which can use to directly attack or to enhance his body.
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| Nendoroid Killua Zoldyck | #1184 |
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| Price | US $52.99 |
| Release Date | June 2020 |
| Sculptor | SEI BUNTSU |
| Paintwork | Yohei Kodama |
| Cooperation | Nendoron |
| Manufacture and Release | FREEing |
Additional Parts
This Killua Zoldyck figure includes three swappable face plates such as Killua’s usual smiling expression, his cat face expression, and his dark "assassin mode" expression. This figure also includes a hand part featuring Killua’s battle yo-yo. The Killua Nendoroid wears a very casual outfit than his usual clothes and pairs well with the Gon Nendoroid (sold separately). It is an outfit he is usually seen wearing when training.
A transparent phrase plate saying, "Yeah... it's a habit by now. Moving stealthily," in Japanese is included with purchases of this figure from the GOODSMILE online shop.
#1185 Kurapika
Kurapika is the last surviving member of the Kurta clan who was hunted down because of their special red eyes. When he took the exams to become a Hunter he met Gon Freecss and Killua Zoldyck and became a close friend to the both of them. He is very judgemental and does not easily open up to people due to the tragic events of his past. He is single-mindedly committed to avenging his clan by defeating all members of the Phantom Troupe, going so far as to do things deemed immoral to achieve his goal. Kurapika has multiple Nen abilities, each one corresponding to one of the five chains attached to his hand. These abilities become augmented when Kurapika's eyes turn red.
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| Nendoroid Kurapika | #1185 |
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| Price | US $56.99 |
| Release Date | May 2020 |
| Sculptor | SEI BUNTSU |
| Paintwork | Yohei Kodama |
| Cooperation | Nendoron |
| Manufacture and Release | FREEing |
Additional Parts
Kurapika’s three exchangeable expressions are his calm expression, his smiling expression, and his Scarlet Eyes expression which only appears when his emotions get heated. This figure also includes a hand part featuring Kurapika’s ‘Judgement Chain’ ability.
A transparent phrase plate saying, "The Special Thread's, my Power... 'To bring out 100% of any threadgun's power': Emperor Time'," in Japanese is included with purchases of this figure from the GOODSMILE online shop.
#1186 Chrollo Lucilfer
Chrollo Lucilfer is an antagonist of the Hunter x Hunter series and is the leader of the infamous Phantom Troupe. Chrollo is calm and charismatic, shown by his capability to lead the Phantom Troupe despite the strong personalities of its members. Chrollo's Nen ability 'Skill Hunter' allows him to copy other people's Nen abilities once certain conditions are met.
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| Nendoroid Chrollo Lucilfer | #1186 |
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| Price | US $56.99 |
| Release Date | June 2020 |
| Sculptor | SEI BUNTSU |
| Paintwork | Yohei Kodama |
| Cooperation | Nendoron |
| Manufacture and Release | FREEing |
Additional Parts
Chrollo Lucilfer comes kitted with these three different facial expressions: Chrollo’s neutral expression, his smiling expression, and his serious expression. This figure includes two different hair parts, one being with his hair down, and the other with his hair slicked back. This figure also includes a hand part featuring Chrollo’s ‘Bandit’s Secret’ book.
A transparent phrase plate saying, "Ultimate Robber's Will: Skill Hunter!!!" in Japanese is included with purchases of this figure from the GOODSMILE online shop.
References
Nendoroid Gon Freecss - Tokyo Otaku Mode
Nendoroid Killua Zoldyck - Tokyo Otaku Mode
Nendoroid Kurapika - Tokyo Otaku Mode
Nendoroid Chrollo Lucilfer - Tokyo Otaku Mode
Nendoroid Gon Freecss - GOOD SMILE COMPANY
Nendoroid Killua Zoldyck - GOOD SMILE COMPANY
Nendoroid Kurapika - GOOD SMILE COMPANY
Nendoroid Chrollo Lucilfer - GOOD SMILE COMPANY
Hunter x Hunter - Figures
Chrollo Lucilfer Hunter x Hunter - Nendoroid
Gon Freecss Hunter x Hunter - Nendoroid
Kurapika Hunter x Hunter - Nendoroid
Killua Zoldyck Hunter x Hunter - Nendoroid