The manga Hunter x Hunter is set to officially make a comeback. If you haven’t heard, this beloved series has been on hiatus for over a year, but Yoshihiro Togashi has not forgotten about Gon Freecss. In recent months, the author of Hunter x Hunter has been diligently working on the manga, and its return is scheduled for October.
New updates from Togashi suggest major changes are coming when Hunter x Hunter returns.
On social media, Togashi shared an update regarding Hunter x Hunter, noting that he is currently working on chapter 420. At this point, he mentioned that character designs for this chapter have been completed and his team is ready to transition to the next stage. Togashi also indicated that the return of Hunter x Hunter will not be a weekly release.
Hunter x Hunter is currently changing the way it will be released.
According to Togashi, the editorial team at Shueisha will take responsibility for accelerating the release of the manga. This update is quite clear, but considering the structure of Weekly Shonen Jump, Togashi’s warning should be noted. This means that Hunter x Hunter may not be a series that returns with weekly releases.
Togashi’s work may be published over a longer period, and this adjustment is entirely appropriate given the circumstances.
Firstly, Togashi still needs to find a reasonable balance between chapters. This mangaka has a history of health issues, which has often hindered his ability to consistently produce work.
The manga artist has been careful about his health, as everyone knows about his chronic condition. Even during difficult times, Togashi continues to work hard for Hunter x Hunter and his fans. Therefore, if his health improves, the release schedule might not necessarily be weekly, but it could be manageable.
Secondly, in terms of potential releases, Hunter x Hunter is undoubtedly a highly anticipated title in Weekly Shonen Jump. Fans will be eager to see this series in the magazine for an extended period if Hunter x Hunter expands its chapters. This business model is certainly appealing to the Shueisha team as Hunter x Hunter has a significant following. Togashi has expressed hope that his team will publish at least 10 chapters upon its return to keep Shueisha ‘alive’ for a longer duration.
How long until Hunter x Hunter is completed?
Hunter x Hunter may have a different outlook when it returns this year, but this beloved series is not expected to lose its charm. Togashi began the manga in 1998, after completing Yu Yu Hakusho, and Hunter x Hunter has since become a renowned series over the years.
In 2006, Hunter x Hunter went on its first hiatus, a trend that has continued ever since. In recent years, the series has published 10 chapters. As Togashi’s health situation improves, the hiatus for the manga has increased, but fans are ready to wait until Hunter x Hunter concludes.
And indeed, the manga will eventually conclude. Previously, Togashi has acknowledged his dedication to finishing Hunter x Hunter. In reality, he has even outlined several potential endings for Hunter x Hunter in case he does not have the opportunity to publish a ‘definitive’ conclusion for himself.
Three potential endings have sparked considerable debate when they surfaced because fans of Hunter x Hunter want to see Togashi’s final thoughts on the series. Hopefully, the author will reveal the conclusion soon for the fans in the near future.
