To get practice with spells, he has Gon cast "Contact". Gon tells Killua that he is not in pain, but happy for looking like Kite did before his death, saddening his friend. Killua tears up by his side, vowing to watch over him for the 30 days in which he will be unable to use Nen due to Knuckle's Hakoware, after which he wants to part ways with him. Distraught but unable to defy his brother, Killua surrenders. His statement that he wants to know who they are up against before killing them causes Killua to think he would die before finding out. He is favorably impressed when Kurapika one-shots his opponent. Each pair has two halves of a token and to pass the challenge, the pair must acquire the opponents' two halves. I'm Shinoa-Chan or just Shio for short but if you realllyyy wanna be formal call me Kioka I guess oh and, I'll be your narrator for today! After a few swings, he allows himself to be disarmed by Sub, who falls his fake-out and is hit by Killua second yo-yo. [193], Enhanced Stamina: Killua was able to complete a long-distance run more than 80 kilometers long, and taking place on uneven terrains such as ascending stairs and a swamp,[18] and was the only non-user among the applicants not to exhibit the slightest sign of fatigue. Buhara requests a whole roast pig from each applicant, but the only one in the preserve is the world's most dangerous pig. Killua has spiky silver hair, very pale skin, and blue eyes. In Hunter x Hunter, Killua had to leave Gon because he wasn't able to defeat Shoot, and Bisky told Killua his weakness and one day he would leave Gon to die. As soon as the man jumps in, Killua leaps after him and jams his finger into his head. both of them have gone through a tragic childhood, killing people at a young age and being submitted to torture; just as Hiei can conjure up fire and manipulate it, so does Killua replicate the characteristics of electricity with his aura. Shoot sees electricity crackling around one of them and jumps back, remarking that he does not care for it. She tries again, this time waiting for Gon to exhaust his aura, which, to Killua's marvel, occurs in about two minutes. Biscuit uses her ability to reduce their fatigue. He thinks back to how Gon cut him out during the raid and swears to make him apologize. Instead of physically fighting, Illumi uses Nen and psychological warfare on Killua, attempting to convince him that he doesn't have feelings aside from the desire to kill. [11] They meet a fellow fighter, a young boy named Zushi, and his teacher, Wing. Kurapika promises to call them back. After the match, he cautions Gon about the electricity, to which the boy responds he has already come up with a plan. Killua states that a Chimera Ant Queen of that size could prey on humans. He discovers it's Palm, who has been mutated into a Chimera Ant. [169], After about ten days,[170] Gon and Killua succeed in the task. [23] He is extremely aware of his surroundings, as he managed to detect Meleoron's presence in spite of the latter specializing in erasing it. He orders them to punch him as much as they want and, if they fail to make him budge from his spot, they will have to leave their tokens behind. Killua observes that something that can be bought is not real treasure, which Leorio and Gon oppose. Feeling someone's gaze on him, he resumes running. [42] They soon reach the 100th floor, getting their own rooms. After one month, Killua and Gon hone their Hatsu to the point that Wing announces they have mastered the basics. [145] After five more days, he and Biscuit tell Gon to stop his Emission training since he has made no progress. While their other friends take him to see Leorio,[241] Killua waits for Illumi in the hospital while Alluka sleeps. [237], When they reach Gon's room, Killua waits for Alluka to wake up, under the careful watch of Tsubone and Amane. New things feel exciting. Killua Zoldyck is one of the main characters in Yoshihiro Togashi's Hunter X Hunter series. Most of his clothes have a turtleneck. Killua refuses, but she follows them anyway. Declaring himself the person most capable to handle that power, Illumi lets him choose between keeping Alluka locked away forever, or allowing him to manipulate the two of them. [107] They exchange their cards for money and buy a sketch map of the island. Despite his protests, Killua is unable to advance and cannot figure out why. Manage all your favorite fandoms in one place! His fear of causing lasting damage is however replaced by amazement when Zushi staggers back up, only lightly affected. This needle was responsible for forcing Killua to retreat and jailing himself in his comfort zone whenever any situation would potentially endanger his life. [10] Alluka rejoices at seeing him, while Killua apologizes for going away. [85] Thanks to her hearing, they manage to follow the group of Spiders who leave the hideout from a safe distance, even as they mingle with the crowd. Though flabbergasted by his rationale, his teammates accept his pick. On the verge of losing consciousness, he apologizes to Gon, but Ikalgo saves him by taking him to an underground clinic. He countered Sub's assault despite the latter having a superior output and his own hands being unusable. Initially, Killua is introduced as a character who appears similar to Gon: cheeky, cheerful, and full of mischievous ideas. This prompts them to call Kurapika, who does not pick up the phone. The alliance members are taken to the lighthouse-turned-gym where Razor and the other pirates each challenge an opponent to a sport. [189] He is also able to sense the gaze of others even if their aura is hidden. [122] He rarely resorts to combos, preferring to land single, critical strikes[42] or to maintain a safe distance from more powerful opponents. He won Bopobos challenge by drenching him in liquor and setting it ablaze,[129] and killed multiple soldier Chimera Ants with the arms they wielded. In the end, however, they are surrounded by a group of competent players and lose the card. Yo-Yos: After passing the Hunter Exam, Killua was given by Milluki two yo-yos made of a special metal alloy that he began using as a secret weapon. Frustrated, Killua hits Zushi with his real power, throwing him out of the ring. [121] Upon removing the needle, possibly due to becoming capable of devolving his full abilities to offense, Killua's speed increased to the point he was able to cover the distance between himself and Rammot and sever the upset Chimera Ant's head without him being able to react,[6] whereas previously Rammot managed to hold his own against both Killua and Gon at the same time. Without him noticing, Remora manages to affix a pin to his clothes that was conjured by the Ortho Siblings. The two currently share Alluka's body. Killua surmises that the seven targets are Spiders and that they stole from the Mafia, which is the reason why the selection and payment methods of the conditional auction were changed. The name Killua is ranked on the 12,426th position of the most used names. Maha Zoldyck (Great-Great-Grandfather)Great-Grandmother (status unknown)Zeno Zoldyck (Grandfather)Grandmother (status unknown)Silva Zoldyck (Father)Kikyo Zoldyck (Mother)Illumi Zoldyck (Older brother)Milluki Zoldyck (Older brother)Alluka Zoldyck (Younger sister)Kalluto Zoldyck (Younger brother). [8] At the age of three, he started training in tailing that routinely put his life at risk. They are contacted by Leorio, who has received a real tip on the Spiders. Silva has him promise that he will never betray his friends and lets him go. [40] He lets himself be tortured by his brother Milluki for three weeks, until he tells him Gon, Kurapika and Leorio are awaiting him at the butlers' quarters and threatens to have them kill the three. In an age when a child is meant to be playing and living their life, Killua went through harsh assassin training for the honor of his family. [236] His intellect and exceptional analytical skills are equally remarkable, and it is often through a strategy that he can defeat opponents who are stronger or more experienced than him. [158] They cross a deserted village. As he continues talking about him, Killua realizes the "Chain Dude" is Kurapika. Gon comes up with the idea of selecting the longest path and breaking down the wall separating it from the short one with the weapons provided by the examiners. [168] Killua scouts Knuckle as he proclaims he is ready to fight with a megaphone, determining he is strong. [4] Thanks to Biscuit's training he has honed his skills in at least two Nen types other than his own, namely Enhancement and Conjuration. Killua claims not to have any interest in Battle Olympia but claims he cannot speak for Gon since he was clearly enjoying his match. Out of the main characters, Killua is the only one with siblings. Knov arrives and tells him he is preparing a team of doctors, to which Killua responds he will save Gon himself and leaves the hospital, making a phone call. She assures Gon that once she has had Killua to herself for a while, she will let Killua play with Gon again. [180], In the morning, Killua and a defeated Gon accompany Knuckle and Shoot to the border with NGL. Genthru explains there are no spells that can harm players in the game, and that the ones cast on the recruits are meant to gather information. As they roam a market, Killua talks Gon into buying himself a phone. Despite his protests, Gon musters even more aura to deliver the final blow to the Chimera Ant. After that, they post the ad with the reward. Gon and Killua tag-team to beat him and, after Killua paralyzes him, Gon lands a near-fatal blow, but Rammot is saved by his Squadron Leader, Colt. Gon and Killua are locked in a room, with Nobunaga guarding the only entrance. 30), Hunter Hunter - Volume 25, Chapters 265 - 269, Hunter Hunter - Volume 26, Chapters 271 - 272, 276 - 280, Hunter Hunter - Volume 27, Chapter 281, 284 - 289, Hunter Hunter - Volume 16, Chapters 161 - 163, Hunter Hunter - Volume 17, Chapters 164 - 168, Hunter Hunter Jumbo Carddass Series ( ) [Bandai, 1999], Killua claimed to be nearly 12 during the. [140], Killua developed a series of Nen abilities in which he alters the properties of his aura to make it similar to electricity. Gon stops him by punching him, which causes them to bicker until Gon remembers the third doctoring trick, ostomy. After the match, Killua and Gon pack up and set off to Whale Island. Killua shouted to Gotoh and said that he needs a female butler to join them because Alluka is a girl. In the hallway, he bumps into two other applicants, and, frustrated, tears them to shreds. [117] They begin with an Enhancement exercise, in which both show remarkable skill, especially Killua. He and Goreinu repeatedly pass the ball to each other to allow Gon to get first aid until Goreinu throws it at Razor to redeem himself. He acknowledges it, but Gon thanks him for his help. [217] Killua finds a plug and starts recharging his electric supply. [57], As soon as they arrive at Gon's house, Mito brings them into line. [113] Not even thirty hours of continuous traveling NGL by foot and battling the armed forces could wear him down significantly. There, he proceeds to demonstrate the Nen of the Flame. Killua hopes the exam will become more challenging, so Netero challenges them to a ball game, promising to issue their licenses on the spot if they win. [181] As they prepare to enter the hotel, Killua realizes that the first person he will have to protect Gon from is Palm. He has Leorio get it for them and asks Gon how he knew it was a valuable object. As soon as the match begins, Killua notices an irregularity with Kastro's attacks. He states he will go back to where Gon is once he is done, and instructs Meleoron to discuss what to do next with Knuckle. [132] Goreinu negotiates for them and Tsezguerra accepts. [144], Ten days later, Killua notes that Gon has made no progress in Emission training, and begins to wonder the trade they made with Tsezguerra was unwise since his team would be two cards away from completion after they give them the card. He orders him to remain hidden no matter how many people he sees being murdered. His Nen type is transmutation, which makes his aura copy the properties of something else entirely. The NPC who started the quest takes the team to the top of the lighthouse and, at dawn, transforms into "Plot of Beach". He also was the tritagonist of the Hunter Exam arc and the Yorknew City arc. He notices this and thinks it means he doesn't matter anymore to Gon which is why he is afraid to ask the question. A stark contrast to his best friend Gon, Killua is highly mature in both thinking and emotion in which he can keep his anger in check and maintain rationality better than Gon even when facing a terrifying experience like the death of Kite, while Gon gives in to his rage and loses his logical thinking. Although the ability was unable to inflict any visible damage to, Killua and Gon Freecss vs. Melanin Lizard, Killua and Gon Freecss vs. Hyper Puffball, Killua and Gon Freecss vs. 5 Greed Island Monsters, Killua, Shoot McMahon, Knuckle Bine, Meleoron, and Morel Mackernasey vs. Menthuthuyoupi, Killua, Alluka Zoldyck, Gotoh, Canary, and Amane vs. Illumi Zoldyck (car crash), Killua and Alluka Zoldyck vs. Illumi Zoldyck, In the official databook, his name is also spelled as ". He glimpses Kastro sitting in a chair, then a voice causes him to turn around, and he sees Kastro standing behind him. By having enough control over his Nen, Killua was able to manipulate it into electricity. Hanzo and Gon are scheduled to duel first. Killua verifies if Pakunoda is in the group, which also comprises of Nobunaga and Chrollo. Puhat's remark causes him to understand that the tryouts are not conducted on a first-come, first-served basis. Biscuit impatiently tells them to use Gyo, which allows them to find the Radio Rat controlling it and turn it into a card. He incites a revolt, which causes him to be killed by Razor. [182], He accompanies Gon to the woods next to the city as he makes preparations for his date with Palm. When he demands it again more forcefully, Nanika, crying, retreats into Aluka. [63] In their hotel room they discuss how to proceed regarding the Southernpiece Auction. Killua reckons it is a measure that penalizes players who stole most of the cards and that, since the Bomber(s) are out of commission and Tsezguerra's team has left the game, they stand a good chance to win the card. [134] Goreinu takes out "No. 6", which lets him have it. Realizing that Gon wants to use his special move, Killua stops him and competes in his stead. [113] Grinding the progress of their game to a screeching halt, Biscuit Krueger focuses on training the two boys physically and in Nen. He has an excellent sense of balance, as seen when he was shown standing with nonchalance on the back of a horse,[157] and exceptional coordination. Gon confesses he was bothered by the way Nickes talks about Ging's creation, and that players would go to such lengths to acquire cards. To Gon, Killua confesses that he felt from Zushi vibes similar to those his brother gave off in their confrontation. They resolve to get stronger and write on the city's bulletin board that they accept the challenge. They begin to play, with Alluka making the request instead of her other half and the source of her powers, Nanika. [242], Illumi deduces that on top of making wishes, Killua is able to give orders to Nanika without fulfilling any requests. [59], The recorded voice turns out to be Ging's, who challenges Gon to find him. 13" as well as to force Razor to use up his freebie. Undoubtedly, he's killed people who he considered to be unworthy of his time and attention. [89] When the lights return, the Spiders find out that Chrollo is missing. [171] The Beast Hunter's superiority is clear to all three of them even before they clash. He plans to improve their basics and find out their opponents' abilities. He phones Netero, who declares Killua the only applicant to have passed the 288th Hunter Exam without other trials. The examiner of the First Phase demands all 1489 applicants battle for two hours and bring him five badges. A fourteen year old male character from the manga and anime, "Hunter x Hunter". Killua's main weakness used to be an inferiority complex that paralyzed him with fear and prevented him from fighting opponents that could pose a threat to him, even if their overall strength was lower than his own. He is also often seen holding a green skateboard (turned yellow in the 2011 series). However, contrasting Gon's politeness, Killua can be quite rude to others, mostly strangers and older people. His electric aura can also be channeled through them to shock a target from a distance. They fly to the Southernpiece Auction House to investigate. Kurapika allows him to get on board as well, and the hostage exchange is carried out smoothly. Killua is reported to be four centimeters (about one inch) taller than Gon, but the two are often seen being the same height. At midnight sharp, Killua is the fifth to storm the palace,[204] appearing next to the stairway and Menthuthuyoupi. To Killua's irritation, Zushi is made out to be the front runner. [64], By the following day, the number of challengers has already decreased as rumors began to spread. [176] Gon fires Paper at Knuckle and, through Round 2, he swiftly prepares Rock while moving behind him for a pincer attack. He explains that he could feel it because he is like him. [105], Four days later, on the 15th, Gon and Killua participate in the rock-paper-scissors tournament. They run past Ikalgo and Killua glimpses two soldier Ants. Killua is a civil parish in County Westmeath, Ireland. Gon is immediately outmatched by Hanzo, who, after beating him up for three hours,[36] breaks his arm. Killua follows Gon into the room where Neferpitou crouches over Komugi, Doctor Blythe hovering above them. Gon and Killua sense its power and jump up as he decimates the Officers with Silent Waltz. [52] After Sadaso, who has left the Heavens Arena for good, informs Gido and Riehlvelt, the latter speculates Killua did not come to them because he does not know their abilities. By tearing the skin off his ankles, Killua manages to free himself. [13], As a Transmuter, Killua's most efficient in changing the properties and shape of his aura. Gon is blasted off the court by the throw, but mostly unscathed. Killua does not believe him and continues running farther away from the palace until Komugi begins to struggle to get free. Killua invites Gon to get in the front of the group, as he thinks it would get them away from Hisoka Morow, who would use the fog as cover to kill someone. After taking a detour, Gon and Killua reach her in time to see her effortlessly defeat her opponent. Tsezguerra gives them a contract, which they give to Leorio for a quick check. [80] Kurapika refuses, but moments later he receives a text from Hisoka telling him the Spiders' corpses were fake. In the French version of Hunter Hunter, Killua is nicknamed "Lukia" by Leorio. [224], In order to generate electric aura, Killua needs to "charge" himself by letting electricity run through his body,[112] such as by tasering himself[97] or holding onto a plug. Killua's hands are healed and he, Gon and Biscuit receive 1 billion each as a result of Battera rescinding the contract. When Nobunaga glances in Killua's direction, the two attempt to escape, but find two other Spiders blocking their way. When Rammot begins to utter a protest, Killua tears off his head and crushes it. His family has already decided that he would be an assassin, and put him through harsh training for that purpose . The umbrella has Gon's name on one side, and Killua's one the other. In the fifth match, Killua faces Pokkle and immediately concedes, believing his opponent not to be worth his time. Gon manages to distract Netero long enough for Killua to kick him in the back of the head, but Netero kicks the ball away before he can grab it. To his surprise, he does not feel any different outside of the game. He met Canary, a guardian of the Zoldyck estate, and . In return, the villagers give them a "Wild Luck Alexandrite". When showcasing his abilities and turning his Nen into electricity, both Netero and Biscuit have noted how truly tragic his childhood must have been, with the former stating that it's a miracle Killua is even able to smile at all. Their reflective surface allows them to be used as mirrors to stealthily look behind a corner. Kurapika reveals to the three what Hisoka told him during the Hunter Exam. Killua agrees to assist Knuckle against Menthuthuyoupi. Zepile prevents Gon and Killua from being swindled, claiming the statue is likely a vault for treasure. When night falls, as they stargaze Killua reflects that, unlike Gon, he does not have a goal, only things he does not want to do. [193] In terms of defense, Killua takes full advantage of his agility to jump out of reach[12] or dodge the enemy's attacks[193] without losing his foothold. Hanzo throws the match and knocks a protesting Gon unconscious. Killua gets another win after Gido forfeits and watches Gon's fight with Riehlvelt. Palm realizes they are not progressing fast enough and recommends they run away so her anger will not be as terrible, but Gon promises they will win and manages to calm her down. Screaming, he discards his yo-yos and charges at Shoot, batting away his floating hands. They fly to the Heavens Arena, where they can train and earn money at the same time. [122] The peak of Killua's Nen skills are two Nen abilities collectively referred to as Godspeed ((), Kanmuru), both of which use Killua's electric aura to vastly enhance his speed by allowing him to transcend the limits of his physical potential: Whirlwind makes his movements automatic, while Speed of Lightning allows him to remain in control his body. They head back[58] and Killua falls asleep while Gon and Mito talk about Ging downstairs. [238] After she awakens, Killua tells her that his friend is sick and wants to make him feel better. They agree to meet again in six months, on September 1st, in Yorknew City. [122] His fighting style, which is extremely versatile, aims at dealing the maximum amount of damage in the shortest time possible, striking critical points and making ample use of lightning-fast submission holds to incapacitate or kill the opponent. However, I am confused because Milluki address Alluka as a brother, in the episode when . The specialist they turn to is sincere in his appraisal of the lithograph and the handmade doll but lies about the worth of the wooden statue. Killua explores the mansion where the Gold Dust Girl is held prisoner, after which he tells Gon and Biscuit where they can find her and defeats the guard. He lies to Gon, claiming the following day he will work out at the gym all day, whereas in reality he disguises himself and follows him and Palm around. Leorio finds the motivation to continue running and Gon picks up Leorio's suitcase with his fishing pole. As he predicted, they are contacted by people from the underground, who give them an invitation to a conditional auction, where the Mafia offers 200 million for each of the seven people on a list they capture. Biscuit then introduces them to Ko and the best technique to defend against it, Ken. Nickes incites them to join him so they can end put an end to the violence of the game. When the final throw, which should pierce his forehead, comes, Killua converts his aura into electricity to enhance his reactions and manages to block it. When the clone attempts to cross it, Killua burns its cells with electricity. [12], After Wing finishes his explanation, Gon and Killua leave. [23][42][12][108] However, as he honed his Nen abilities, his guesses became more accurate, and he notably sensed Netero's power,[167] whereas he had downplayed it in the past. They receive new rooms and discover Gon's match is scheduled for the following day, March 11th, against Gido. Killua jumps to catch the ball for his team together with "Devil No. Killua is fairly lean at the start of the series, due to constant physical conditioning and torture training he received when he was young. Illumi then emerges from the dark woods. Killua's Nen is the ability to create an aura and manipulate it. Killua enquires whether he would use it on him, and when Goreinu replies he would do so for free, Killua reveals he killed more people than the Bomber(s). During the events of Greed Island, Killua has shown to be highly susceptible to gambling. Riehlvelt begs him to, so Killua complies while holding onto his electric whips, knocking him out. He asked her how to revert the change, and it explained its powers to him. The two follow them on the subway, which allows Kurapika to determine they are headed to the Hotel Beitacle. [229], Killua returns home to seek help from his younger sibling Alluka, whose ability would save Gon from death. Phinks cuts their retreat and announces they are not pursuing Kurapika, since his Nen may become stronger after his death and become too much for Chrollo to bear. Killua is also known to constantly change outfits within the 2011 anime adaptation, a notable characteristic contrast compared to Gon's singular outfit. [177], As soon as he returns, Biscuit immediately tells him to spar with her. [30], When the door opens, the five face more trials and choices. To their surprise, Tsezguerra holds out for five more days after the deadline. [30] However, his speed was no match for Phinks, who could follow and anticipate his every movement. This all happens within the first 45 seconds of Killua's overall screen time. [91], Gon and Killua are then taken to the Phantom Troupe's hideout and chained. Co-editor for AniGay. Killua and Alluka/Nanika know each others existence since they are little child playing in the yard, and child Killua witness how child alluka/Nanika healed a bird. [161] The trio discuss their Nen abilities and advance further in Chimera Ant territory. [55] When Hisoka shares the character traits associated with Enhancers and Transmuters, Killua reflects that he is correct. Leorio berates him for using a skateboard in an endurance test, but Gon points out that Satotz only told them to follow him. The last test consists of one big decision: choosing between a long path, which the whole group can take but requires 45 hours to clear, and a short one, which requires only three but which can be walked by only three out of the five examinees. [222] Killua takes Komugi while Palm opens the underground hanger, in an attempt to figure out if Shaiapouf's target is Komugi or Meleoron. All have silver hair as well, a trait found in all known Transmuters in the Zoldyck Family. He notices that Gon struggles for real against a young woman. Palm manages to recover her senses and destroys Pouf's clone, who was ordering her to kill Killua. At his request, she explains her ability to him. Despite his horrendous upbringing and the torturous training his family has put him under, Killua has managed to remain generally positive and does not seem too psychologically affected by the pain he's endured, demonstrating a noble, pure side of him.