Hunter X Hunter Episode 34
: Before the fights, Killua delivers a cold, menacing threat to Sadaso, Gido, and Riehlvelt, warning them to play fair. Terrified by Killua’s aura, Sadaso forfeits his match against Gon and flees the arena. Gon vs. Gido (Rematch)
: The episode begins with Gon repeatedly trying to pass the apprentice butler, Canary. She continuously knocks him back with her mace, but Gon refuses to use force against her. Canary’s Backstory
The moment Killua steps into the ring with “Gittarackur,” he freezes. His face goes pale. His body trembles. Illumi removes his disguise of needles and padding, revealing his true form: long black hair, empty dark eyes, and a cold aura that makes Killua’s knees buckle.
: The group finally reaches the butler's quarters, where they meet the head butler, Gotoh. He challenges them to a high-stakes coin-guessing game to test if they are worthy of being Killua’s friends. Comparison Summary 2011 Version (Ep 34) 1999 Version (Ep 34) Current Arc Heavens Arena Zoldyck Family Major Fight Gon/Killua vs. Gido/Riehlvelt Gon vs. Canary (non-lethal) Mastering Nen & Strategic Combat Loyalty & Friendship hurdles Major Milestone Hisoka agrees to fight Gon Reaching the Zoldyck mansion inner gate Hunter X Hunter Episode 34
Riehlvelt uses his "Twin Snake" whips and "Thunder Snake" electrical attack.
For first-time viewers, the 2011 Episode 34 is the definitive version due to its fluid animation and faithful pacing.
, episode 34 covers vastly different points in the story depending on which version you are watching. Hunter x Hunter (2011 Version) Episode Title: "Power × to × Avenge" Heavens Arena Arc : Before the fights, Killua delivers a cold,
Leorio screams, “WHAT?!” Killua’s eyes widen. Hisoka smiles faintly. Illumi remains expressionless.
: Killua displays his immense speed and Zoldyck training. Despite Riehlvelt using "Thunder Snake" to shock him with high-voltage whips, Killua remains unfazed due to his childhood torture training. He catches the whips, lifts Riehlvelt, and defeats him effortlessly. Gon vs. Riehlvelt
The episode ends with Netero looking at the remaining names on his list: Gon, Leorio, Kurapika, Hanzo, Hisoka, Illumi… and one slot left. He smiles cryptically. Gido (Rematch) : The episode begins with Gon
Hanzo hesitates. He realizes that killing Gon won’t make him surrender. And worse, if he kills Gon, he risks disqualification — and for what? A hollow victory against a child who won’t break?
Illumi smiles. “You’re not a failure, Killua. You just forgot who you are.”