'Sorrow' corroded like acid. 'Anger' exploded like nitroglycerin.
So then—'joy' and 'sorrow' must be different attack types too.
Ronnel made the deduction while staying alert. He stepped back cautiously, widening the distance between himself and the rolling fruits.
He quickly noticed something—their mobility and speed had dropped sharply after triggering the corrosive and explosive effects.
"Not bad power, but manageable. Judging by this, their overall danger level...
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That way, if anything unusual happened, they'd catch it immediately and relay the information.
"I finally get to experience the charm of the Dark Continent!"
That same thought echoed through the group as they stared at the screen, eyes burning with excitement.
On screen, Ronnel had just stepped into the forest sea.
"The air here's thicker than outside~"
That was the first thing he noticed. He stepped carefully across the twisted, knotted tree trunks beneath his f...
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Beyond had as much confidence in Ronnel as he did in himself.
But because Ronnel held control over the fourth-dimensional apartment and was a critical part of the mission, Beyond still had Victor keep a close eye on him—just in case.
Once the ship made of dark sea stone was stowed away and everyone's positions were finalized, the entire team kicked into action with mechanical efficiency.
The logistics staff returned to the apartment, ready to fulfill their support roles.
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This was the general terrain along the southeastern coast. If one wanted a deeper understanding of the Dark Continent, they had to cross the Sea of Trees.
Everyone stood along the shore, taking in the vast, unfamiliar landscape with varying expressions—curiosity, excitement, and a sense of awe—as they tried to commit every detail to memory.
But that feeling of novelty didn't last long. At Beyond's command, the group of professionals, recruited from the Six Continents, quickly ...
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Some were gamblers, others were fans—these two types made up the most passionate crowd.
The rest of the onlookers were much more composed.
Killua and Kastro had both entered the ring.
Kastro looked over at Killua.
"So this is Kaizen-sama's cousin?"
"He looks pretty sharp."
"At that age, I definitely didn't have that kind of presence."
"I wonder how far he'll go in the future…"
"Could he reach Kaizen-sama's level?"
"Though his aura seem...
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The next day.
Afternoon.
Killua's match was about to begin.
Wing and Zushi were already there.
Kaizen walked into the audience seating area.
Instead of heading to the Floor Master's exclusive seats, he casually picked an ordinary one and sat down.
To his left sat a woman.
To his right, a middle-aged man.
The woman glanced at Kaizen, eyes flickering slightly with curiosity.
She didn't recognize him right away, but the momen...
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After Killua submitted his application, he returned to the hospital room.
"Killua, what were you doing just now?" Gon asked.
"I signed up for a match."
"Has the matchup come out yet?" Gon's eyes sparkled with anticipation.
"Not yet," Killua shook his head. "But we should know soon."
The time was getting close.
Killua had registered for a match scheduled for tomorrow, but whether it would happen depended on someone else signing up too. If no one applied to f...
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"Multiple fractures across the body... the doctor estimates it'll take more than three months to fully recover."
To this, Kaizen was actually a little impressed.
The doctor had said three months at least.
But Gon's body was built different—his bone structure was clear, and his recovery speed was abnormal. In the end, it only took him about a month to bounce back.
As soon as he recovered, Gon went on to defeat Gido and complete his revenge.
"Will there be any la...
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"It helps keep the team intact, but a team has its limits. You can't just keep growing it forever."
"Other than those Pac-Man-like creatures, there doesn't seem to be any additional hazards in the area. Judging by the skeletons hidden beneath their bodies—already corroded by time—there's no sign of other abnormalities."
"In short, if we want to deal with those Pac-Man monsters, we either need to destroy them instantly with telekinesis... or kill them faster than they can split...
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"The land we set foot on was red soil. I called it Red Earth."
Beyond spoke as he looked toward the approaching continent, then slowly closed his eyes.
"I still remember… the moment the soldiers disembarked, when their boots touched the bare ground, a searing heat surged from the soles of their feet straight to their skulls.
"I watched as their beards, eyebrows, and hair turned from black to red… then crumbled into ash, drifting into the air.
"Most of that...
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"Just like he said—just make sure he eats. Machi, besides being our guide, your sixth sense is absolutely vital for the rest of the journey. With you here, I truly believe we can reach the Dark Continent without a single casualty!"
"Understood, Leader!!"
Chrollo and the others continued their journey, accompanied by the wild boar demi-human beast. Just two or three days after their departure, a knock echoed on the ancient door once more.
"What's going on now?! Why are peop...
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"Give me blood food."
As soon as the words left his mouth, Beyond tossed him a massive slab of seafood caught on the way.
"Bah!"
The sound of sharp fangs tearing into flesh sent shivers down the Irving brothers' spines. They instinctively stepped farther away from the beast devouring its meal with grotesque satisfaction.
Once it had eaten and drank its fill, the demi-human silently walked to the bow of the ship, sat cross-legged, and said nothing.
"Head ...
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"Focus the heart on a single point. Look inward. Set a clear goal."
"Let the tongue translate that will into words."
"Refine it—sharpen your inner resolve."
"And finally, turn thought into action."
Wing stood calmly before them. "Next, I'll guide you through these four steps, one at a time."
...
The night passed quietly.
Both Gon and Killua were deep in training, fully immersed in Wing's teachings.
The so-called preliminary te...
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Wing's expression remained calm, but deep down, he was shocked.
He'd expected Gon and Killua to be talented—passing the Hunter Exam at their age was already extraordinary. Only a handful of geniuses could do that.
But now, after spending time with them, Wing was starting to realize just how terrifying their potential really was.
They had just opened their aura nodes and already managed to grasp Ten—the art of wrapping their bodies in aura.
That kind of tal...
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"It's too reckless. You two just got your qualification to reach the 200th floor, and now you want to register for a fight already?"
Wing stood up sharply.
"No—I have to stop them."
Reaching the 200th floor of Heavens Arena wasn't a big deal in itself. For those above that level, the only requirement was to fight once every 90 days. That pace was actually slower than Wing had expected.
But what he had expected was that once Gon and Killua reached the 200th f...
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The car entered the city.
It was already nighttime, but the streets were still brightly lit. Shops lining both sides of the road remained open, and the place was buzzing with activity.
Kaizen had no intention of lingering. He motioned for Siper to drive straight into the massive underground parking lot of Heavens Arena.
They parked the car and everyone stepped out.
All of them had changed into fresh clothes—everything they wore into the desert had been destroyed.
...
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"Southeast. Swamp."
Beyond uttered those two words without elaboration.
"Oh? So your target is the longevity food, Nitro Rice?"
The gatekeeper clearly knew more than he let on about the Dark Continent's hidden treasures.
The moment Beyond spoke, thoughts of the treasures—and the calamities tied to them—flashed through his mind.
"Nitro Rice grows in the swamps. But before you reach it, you'll have to pass through the territory of the two-tailed snake, Hellbell...
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The gate was covered in dazzling engravings—layers of patterns that gave it a heavy, ancient air. Just looking at it made people feel small.
"This gate alone has immense archaeological value…" As a Ruins Hunter, Ging fully leaned into his expertise, stepping forward to examine the etchings in detail.
Under Ronnel's watchful gaze, Beyond stepped up. He inhaled deeply, then raised a hand and knocked lightly on a specific part of the gate.
"Ta-ta-ta~"
A rhyth...
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Although Netero's strength had fallen to less than half of what it was in his prime, he was still the number one Nen user in the world before the Ant King appeared. His body and constitution were nothing short of formidable.
And what about Linne, who was far younger than Netero?
Back during the election for the new Chairman of the Hunter Association, Linne looked utterly worn out. Her listless, sluggish demeanor couldn't compare to Netero's usual boundless energy.
She was yo...
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"The previous rules and procedures you mentioned..."
"Ah, just like with Nen, it's all about equivalent exchange." Beyond said casually, picking his nose with his pinky.
"It's just not fair."
"They summon demihumans to guide the way so we can reach the Dark Continent more safely. Sounds like noble intentions, right? All that for free, too?"
"Of course not~" Ronnel smiled, shaking his head. He'd already expected as much. "There's no such thing as a free lunch."
"E...
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Back when Kaizen was watching the original timeline, he had doubts—was Wing truly sent by the Hunter Association to guide Killua and Gon? There had been no clear evidence to prove it.
Logically, the theory held up. But logic alone wasn't enough.
Proof. That was everything.
Wing had acted like someone reluctant to teach them. As if it was purely out of concern that he stepped in—worried Gon and Killua would be chewed up by the harsh reality of Heavens Arena.
Out of ...
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"The Duke above Kroll could have used this to raise his status and power."
"Kroll himself might have become a duke."
"But my appearance changed all of that."
"Kroll and the others died on the spot."
"Rosgel was revived—and taken by me."
"A humanoid aura tool."
"It's just a matter of finding the right method to control him—or spending the time to tame him."
"But the potential return is massive."
Kaizen was very satisfied with this gain.
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"I know Rosgel."
"Back in Mimbo, he was an incredibly powerful figure."
"Not only was he unbelievably charismatic, but his strength was among the best."
"Even in death, his presence lingers. His aura remains."
"His remains were split into pieces and sealed separately."
"And now, he's become a taboo subject in the Kingdom of Fiora."
"For Fiora, the name Rosgel is a disgrace."
"Even someone like me... I'm not sure I could defeat him."
"Using Rosge...
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"Still, at this distance... even if something goes wrong, I'll have time to shut the door."
Kaizen wasn't unfamiliar with high-level aura.
He had sensed S-rank aura before—felt its weight, its pressure.
Kroll looked up.
Suddenly—
The dark, swirling mass in front of them—made of thick black aura—froze mid-air.
The next second, it shifted slightly... as if it were looking directly at Kroll.
Even without eyes, that dense aura gave the distinct im...
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The strong, no matter where or when, always command the respect they deserve.
Ronnel smiled faintly at the two brothers and nodded in return.
At the same time, he glanced toward the ship's deck and caught sight of Saiyu at work.
Looks like he's figured out my role as an infiltrator. Still, he didn't act rashly. He slipped away early—and came straight to the ship to regroup?
As Ronnel mulled it over, Beyond continued speaking beside him:
"Aside from the sea beas...
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The others nodded silently. Saccho sighed.
"I didn't expect Saiyu to escape. Is he really a monkey or something? The guy's slipperier than a loach."
Everyone glanced at the empty seat that should've been his, exchanging speechless looks.
Their original plan had been to wait until the Black Whale landed and ambush Saiyu during the landing ceremony, catching him off guard. But no one expected him to be so cautious. Whether he caught wind of the plan or simply trusted his insti...
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Suddenly, a human-shaped plume of smoke appeared in the field.
"Morel's Deep Purple."
Beyond recognized the ability immediately and shot a slightly more serious glance at Ronnel.
Having once smuggled himself into the Dark Continent, Beyond was deeply invested in its secrets. Over the years, he'd sought out many Nen users whose abilities might aid an expedition there.
Among them, Hide and Seek and Deep Purple were particularly valuable. To someone like Beyond—int...
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After Ronnel finished speaking, a heavy silence fell over the room.
Everyone stared at him, wide-eyed, with the same thought running through their minds:
"Is this guy nuts?"
But when they saw Ronnel's calm expression, and realized he meant every word, irritation began bubbling up.
You've got to be kidding!
Beyond, oblivious to the growing tension in the room and the darkening looks from everyone else, kept smiling cheerfully. But deep in his eye...
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Kroll would rather turn on his own subordinates than attack Kaizen directly.
First, he assumed that the rest of Kaizen's team was already dead.
Second, it was far easier to eliminate his underlings than to fight Kaizen head-on.
Kaizen was also an A-rank Nen user. And with Kroll's large-scale aura techniques, landing a decisive blow against someone like Kaizen would be nearly impossible.
It was like Zeno's technique used during the Chimera Ant arc—an overwhelming...
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A man with a wound on his body was immediately affected.
The moisture in his body was drawn out.
It rose into the air—only to be absorbed into the surrounding sand.
His body shriveled at a terrifying speed.
Unlike the slow, withering death Kaizen had observed before—when life force was drained—this time, the victims were being completely dehydrated. Every drop of water in their bodies was stripped away.
Boom!
His corpse fell into the sand with a dull ...
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