Changes: Chapter 157

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Face-Off: Part 2

Chapter Information

Chapter

157

Page length

15 pages

Release date

September 23^rd, 2002 (Weekly Shōnen Jump #1706, No. 43)
February 4^th, 2003 (tankōbon format)

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Face-Off: Part 2 (対(たい)決(けつ)()()()()()()()()②, Taiketsu (Ni)) is the 157^th chapter of the Hunter × Hunter manga, written and illustrated by Yoshihiro Togashi.

Synopsis

The pirate boxer makes sure that Montreux knows the rules of boxing, and Razor adds that there are special rules, saying that conjured objects are allowed. Some members of the group worry about guns being used, but the pirate boxer assures them that he will fight with his fists, with the rule being in place more so to help the challengers. After the pirate boxer makes sure that Montreux still wants to fight, Razor explains that each round will be three minutes, with the match continuing until someone is knocked out.

The bell rings, and Montreux says that he knows why the pirate picked boxing, then throwing a single punch that shoots a ball of Nen past the pirate's cheek. He guesses that the pirate is also an Emitter and that the ring is the perfect arena for them, but confidently adds that he is better, throwing a flurry of punches that strike the pirate and send him to the canvas. The group members begin to rejoice over the easy win, but as Gon and Killua say that it's a draw, Montreux suddenly looks injured and falls down as well, leaving the group in disbelief. Razor begins the count and the pirate boxer rises to his feet and is fine to keep fighting. Montreux doesn't regain consciousness before the ten-count, and Razor declares the pirate boxer to be the winner.

Chap 157 - Killua explaining how the pirate boxer beat Montreux — Killua explaining how the pirate boxer beat Montreux

Kazsule asks Killua to explain what happened, and as Killua thinks to himself that the group members are hopeless, he says that the pirate used teleportation to throw a short uppercut right below Montreux's chin. The pirate boxer is surprised that someone figured out his attack, and Killua adds that Montreux's jabs were weak in comparison to the pirate's counterpunch, which was both sudden and powerful. As the next pirate steps up and says that his sport is soccer juggling, Killua whispers something to Gon and Biscuit, who agree that that's a smart decision. Biscuit volunteers to challenge him, and the pirate says that he will have to be careful not to harm a girl. He tosses her a ball and says that whoever juggles their ball the longest wins, explaining that Nen attacks are allowed. He adds that the ball cannot be touched with their hands and that the entire room is the arena. After he mentions that the ball can't hit their allies either, the two begin the match, but Biscuit's ball hits the floor after a single bounce and she playfully says that it was more difficult than she thought.

Killua volunteers to go next and asks Bopobo if he's ready. Bopobo is eager to start the sumo match, and Killua asks if the rules are the same, with Bopobo explaining that weapons and Nen are allowed and the match is over when a part of someone's body touches outside the ring. He tells Killua to take off his shoes and adds that one of their bodies must touch outside the ring, which will allow him to slam Killua around as many times as he wants. As Bopobo continues to explain the rules, Razor realizes what the group's plan is.

After some time, the pirates reach eight points and win the contest, ordering the group to leave as Bopobo yells at Killua for losing on purpose. Killua smiles and says that he will be back. Speaking to himself, Razor commends their strategy of losing on purpose to gather as much information as possible, knowing that they will be back with more powerful allies. Outside the lighthouse, Kazsule says that they can't retry the quest with the same party members, but it's not a big problem since only one person needs to be different. However, Asta speaks up and says that her team is dropping out, explaining that there is no way the Bombers will be able to get a team of 15 players together to complete the quest. She tells the other players to stay away as well and says that the Bombers will only come after them if they get the card.

Chap 157 - Goreinu staying behind with Gon, Killua, and Biscuit — Goreinu staying behind with Gon, Killua, and Biscuit

The others seem to agree with her line of thinking and they all leave the lighthouse, but Goreinu remains with Gon, Killua, and Biscuit. He tells them that they need to look for stronger allies if they want to win, saying that it's actually better to obtain the card as soon as possible. Killua jumps in and says that it would lower the chances of infighting. Gon wonders what they mean, and Killua explains that they need a party of 15 to complete the quest, but the card's conversion limit is only three. He understands what Goreinu meant earlier when he said that the quest was cruel, and Goreinu says that they need at least four more people and preferably a single group of 11. Gon asks why, and Killua says that it would allow them to split the three cards among the three teams without any fighting.

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 |title = Chapter 157 - Face-Off: Part 2
 |Chapter = 157
-|Page length = 16
+|Page length = 15
-|Release Date = February 4<sup>th</sup>, 2003 (''tankōbon'' format)
+|Release Date = September 23<sup>rd</sup>, 2002 (''Weekly Shōnen Jump #1706, No. 43'') <br /> February 4<sup>th</sup>, 2003 (''tankōbon'' format)
 |Volume number = 16
+|Anime = [[Episode 83 (1999)]] <br /> [[Episode 68 (2011)]]
-|Volume name = Face-Off
-|Corresponding episode = [[Episode 83 (1999)]] <br /> [[Episode 68 (2011)]]
 |Arc = Greed Island arc
 |Previous Chapter = [[Chapter 156|Face-Off: Part 1]]
 |Next Chapter = [[Chapter 158|Two of a Kind +1]]}}
-'''Face-Off: Part 2''' (対決(2), ''Taiketsu (2)'') is the 157<sup>th</sup> chapter of the [[Hunter × Hunter]] manga, written and illustrated by [[Yoshihiro Togashi]].
+'''Face-Off: Part 2''' ({{Furigana|対|たい|決|けつ}}②, ''Taiketsu (Ni)'') is the 157<sup>th</sup> chapter of the [[Hunter × Hunter]] manga, written and illustrated by [[Yoshihiro Togashi]].
 ==Synopsis==
-The first competition begins. It is a boxing match and a match, which would go on until one of the boxers was KO-ed. [[Montreux]] decides to play for Gon's team. [[Razor]] informs him that there are special rules: [[Nen#Conjuration|conjured]] objects are allowed, which prompts some of the players in the united front to protest, but [[Pirate boxer|the pirate boxer]] specifies he only fights with his fists. He tells Montreux he can be replaced if he wants, but the player refuses.
+[[Pirate boxer|The pirate boxer]] makes sure that [[Montreux]] knows the rules of boxing, and [[Razor]] adds that there are special rules, saying that [[Nen#Conjuration|conjured]] objects are allowed. Some members of [[Kazsule's Alliance|the group]] worry about guns being used, but the pirate boxer assures them that he will fight with his fists, with the rule being in place more so to help the challengers. After the pirate boxer makes sure that Montreux still wants to fight, Razor explains that each round will be three minutes, with the match continuing until someone is knocked out.
-Razor starts the match and Montreux immediately takes the offensive. Saying he believes he knows why his opponent chose boxing as his specialty, he hurls a [[Nen]] ball at his opponent. The pirate dodges, earning Montreux's praise. The player claims he is almost sure that the pirate is an [[Nen#Emission|Emitter]] like him, because the ring is the perfect arena for this type of Nen users. However, according to him, the pirate has made one mistake: he did not take into account there could be Nen users stronger than him, like Montreux himself. He then unleashes a barrage of aura projectiles, knocking his opponent down. His teammates cheer him, but [[Gon Freecss|Gon]] states that they have hit each other simultaneously. Montreux collapses, much to his teammates' astonishment, while Razor begins the count. The pirate stands up, but the player is still down at ten. The devils get their first win. The boxer says that while it is true he is an Emitter, he has made no mistakes.
+The bell rings, and Montreux says that he knows why the pirate picked boxing, then throwing a single punch that shoots a ball of [[Nen]] past the pirate's cheek. He guesses that the pirate is also an [[Nen#Emission|Emitter]] and that the ring is the perfect arena for them, but confidently adds that he is better, throwing a flurry of punches that strike the pirate and send him to the canvas. The group members begin to rejoice over the easy win, but as [[Gon Freecss|Gon]] and [[Killua Zoldyck|Killua]] say that it's a draw, Montreux suddenly looks injured and falls down as well, leaving the group in disbelief. Razor begins the count and the pirate boxer rises to his feet and is fine to keep fighting. Montreux doesn't regain consciousness before the ten-count, and Razor declares the pirate boxer to be the winner.
+[[File:Chap_157_-_Killua_explaining_how_the_pirate_boxer_beat_Montreux.png|thumb|left|Killua explaining how the pirate boxer beat Montreux]]
-[[Kazsule]] asks [[Killua Zoldyck|Killua]] to explain what happened. Thinking to himself that their teammates are useless, he reveals that the boxer quickly detached his fist while he was about to be hit by Montreux's second attack, hitting him on the chin. While Montreux landed many blows, their power were weak; on the other hand, the pirate was ready to take them and prepared a counter, an uppercut that was powerful enough to jolt the brain, which was even received on the chin without any warning. Next is [[Pirate footballer|the pirate footballer]]. Killua whispers something to Gon and [[Biscuit Krueger|Biscuit]], and the latter volunteers for the match. The devil explains the rules, but Biscuit lets go of the ball, losing right away, and leaving both teams astounded. Killua then prepares to fight [[Bopobo]], while Razor realizes what they are doing.
+[[Kazsule]] asks Killua to explain what happened, and as Killua thinks to himself that the group members are hopeless, he says that the pirate used teleportation to throw a short uppercut right below Montreux's chin. The pirate boxer is surprised that someone figured out his attack, and Killua adds that Montreux's jabs were weak in comparison to the pirate's counterpunch, which was both sudden and powerful. As [[Pirate footballer|the next pirate]] steps up and says that his sport is soccer juggling, Killua whispers something to Gon and [[Biscuit Krueger|Biscuit]], who agree that that's a smart decision. Biscuit volunteers to challenge him, and the pirate says that he will have to be careful not to harm a girl. He tosses her a ball and says that whoever juggles their ball the longest wins, explaining that Nen attacks are allowed. He adds that the ball cannot be touched with their hands and that the entire room is the arena. After he mentions that the ball can't hit their allies either, the two begin the match, but Biscuit's ball hits the floor after a single bounce and she playfully says that it was more difficult than she thought.
-The pirates win eight times, and tell the defeated front to return where they came from. Bopobo is held back by other devils as he angrily tells Killua that he knows he lost on purpose, but the boy replies to chill, since he will be back. Razor commends him, Gon, and Biscuit for their strategy: knowing they could not win with their current team, they forfeited not to reveal their abilities while also learning the various types of matches. He has no doubt they will return with a much more capable team.
+Killua volunteers to go next and asks [[Bopobo]] if he's ready. Bopobo is eager to start the sumo match, and Killua asks if the rules are the same, with Bopobo explaining that weapons and Nen are allowed and the match is over when a part of someone's body touches outside the ring. He tells Killua to take off his shoes and adds that one of their bodies must touch outside the ring, which will allow him to slam Killua around as many times as he wants. As Bopobo continues to explain the rules, Razor realizes what the group's plan is.
-Kazsule reflects that they will not be able to try again, but [[Asta]] tells him it is if fine if they change only one member; however, her team will not go any further, as they have already accomplished their goal, since it will be impossible for the [[Bomber]]s to form a team of 15. She convinces the others not to go after "[[Plot of Beach (G.I card)|Plot of Beach]]" anymore, or it will be stolen by them. The united front disbands, but [[Goreinu]] remains with Gon's team, claiming that, like them, he will look for stronger companions and challenge the pirates again. He states that the others were mistaken, and that it is better to get the card as quickly as possible. Killua comes to the same conclusion as him, that the goal of the trial is to make the members quarrel. While they need a group of 15 to play, even using "[[Clone (G.I card)|Clone]]" they can get a maximum of three "Plot of Beach" cards. Assuming the four of them will win their matches, Goreinu says they will need at least four more strong players, and that it would be best to find a team of 11, as it will be easier to divide the prize in three.
+After some time, the pirates reach eight points and win the contest, ordering the group to leave as Bopobo yells at Killua for losing on purpose. Killua smiles and says that he will be back. Speaking to himself, Razor commends their strategy of losing on purpose to gather as much information as possible, knowing that they will be back with more powerful allies. Outside the lighthouse, Kazsule says that they can't retry the quest with the same party members, but it's not a big problem since only one person needs to be different. However, [[Asta]] speaks up and says that her team is dropping out, explaining that there is no way the [[Bomber|Bombers]] will be able to get a team of 15 players together to complete the quest. She tells the other players to stay away as well and says that the Bombers will only come after them if they get [[Plot of Beach (G.I card)|the card]].
+[[File:Chap_157_-_Goreinu_staying_behind_with_Gon,_Killua,_and_Biscuit.png|thumb|Goreinu staying behind with Gon, Killua, and Biscuit]]
+The others seem to agree with her line of thinking and they all leave the lighthouse, but [[Goreinu]] remains with Gon, Killua, and Biscuit. He tells them that they need to look for stronger allies if they want to win, saying that it's actually better to obtain the card as soon as possible. Killua jumps in and says that it would lower the chances of infighting. Gon wonders what they mean, and Killua explains that they need a party of 15 to complete the quest, but the card's conversion limit is only three. He understands what Goreinu meant earlier when he said that the quest was cruel, and Goreinu says that they need at least four more people and preferably a single group of 11. Gon asks why, and Killua says that it would allow them to split the three cards among the three teams without any fighting.
 ==Characters in Order of Appearance==
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+* [[Bopobo]]
+* [[Razor]]
 * [[Pirate boxer]]
 * [[Montreux]]
-* [[Gon Freecss]]
 * [[Kazsule]]
-* [[Goreinu]]
-* [[Zeho]]
 * [[Souheil]]
-* [[Biscuit Krueger]]
+* [[Yabibi]]
-* [[Killua Zoldyck]]
 * [[Asta]]
+* [[Hanse]]
 * [[Amana]]
-* [[Yabibi]]
+* [[Gon Freecss]]
+* [[Killua Zoldyck]]
+* [[Biscuit Krueger]]
+* [[Goreinu]]
+* [[Zeho]]
 * [[Wong Li]]
-* [[Hanse]]
+* [[Manheim]]
-* [[Razor]]
 * [[Nick Cue]]
-* [[Pirate footballer]] (Debut)
+* [[Pirate footballer]] {{D}}}}
-* [[Bopobo]]}}
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