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Kiriko: Wicked Magical Vulpes (()(じゅう)()()()()()()()() ()()()()()()()()()(), Majū Kiriko) is the 4th chapter of the Hunter × Hunter manga, written and illustrated by Yoshihiro Togashi.

Synopsis[]

With the sun beginning to set, Leorio points out that it's been four hours even though the old woman said that it would only take two to reach the lone pine tree. He also spots another sign warning of magical beasts and wonders where the exam site is, complaining that he's hungry and needs to use the bathroom. Gon tells him to keep up, and Kurapika suddenly spots it, with a flashback showing that the old woman told them about a house under the tree in which two Navigators live. She added that if they made a good impression, they would show them to the exam site. It's then stated that since the Hunter Exam is held in a different location every year, the Navigators are aware of the exam site and guide the applicants there. It's added that it would be impossible to reach the site otherwise since the path is filled with traps and that an applicant must pass the screening, find a Navigator, and then impress them enough to prove their worth.

Chap 4 - A Kiriko appearing to have attacked two humans

A Kiriko appearing to have attacked two humans

As the three applicants reach the house, Kurapika realizes how quiet it is and wonders if they are the only ones who made it there. After Leorio knocks on the door and the three enter, they find a strange creature holding a woman hostage and repeatedly mumbling "kill" as a man lies wounded on the floor. The three immediately recognize that it's a magical beast, with Leorio drawing his switchblade and Kurapika his bokken. However, the creature quickly makes its way past them and crashes through the front door still holding the woman. Gon and Kurapika run after the beast as Leorio stays behind to help the injured man, who begs them to save his wife. Once outside, Kurapika knows that it ran into the woods but can't determine which way it went. Gon looks all around and suddenly spots the creature's shadow, immediately running toward that direction. Kurapika can't believe that Gon was able to see its shadow in the darkness of a forest, equally stunned by Gon's quick movement as he leaps through the trees.

Gon continues jumping on various branches and catches up to the creature, ordering it to release the woman. The creature suddenly talks and tells Gon to take her by force, but Gon is left more surprised by the fact that it can speak. Kurapika angrily points out that it's why they're called magical beasts and explains that the creature is a Kiriko, shapeshifters who can even take on the form of humans. Although Kurapika tells him to be careful, Gon says that it will be easy if they can talk, yelling after it and suddenly appearing right in front of it. With the Kiriko left in disbelief at his speed, Gon uses his fishing rod to strike the creature on the top of the head, telling Kurapika to catch the falling woman. Kurapika does so by hanging on to a branch and calls Gon's action reckless.

Chap 4 - Kurapika luckily discovering the disguised Kiriko

Kurapika luckily discovering the disguised Kiriko

As Gon chases after the Kiriko, Kurapika asks the woman how she feels, but she is more concerned about her husband. Kurapika assures her that a friend of theirs is with him, but the woman begs him to take her to her husband, holding out her right arm and revealing more tattoos. Kurapika seems to recognize something about them, but Leorio suddenly appears behind him and asks if he's fine. Kurapika tells him that Gon is chasing the creature and then asks about the man's condition. Leorio assures him that it's nothing serious and that he's sleeping after he gave him some medicine for the pain. However, Kurapika suddenly strikes him in the face with one of his bokken and discovers that he is a Kiriko, who asks Kurapika how he knew. Kurapika explains that he didn't and that he only struck him because he thought Leorio had abandoned his job of looking after the injured man. The creature quickly leaps away, and Kurapika then turns to the woman with his bokken drawn, asking her who she is as she chuckles in reply.

Gon stands alone in a clearing and turns around to find the Kiriko, who praises Gon's movement and his successful strike. He then displays his sharp claws and suddenly leaps toward Gon preparing to attack in retaliation, but Gon stands completely still and gives his own name, asking for the creature's in return. With the Kiriko stopping its attack, Gon wonders where the one that he struck is and asks if they are a friend of his, confident that it isn't him. The Kiriko wonders how he figured it out, and Gon explains that the two have completely different faces and that their voices are slightly different as well. The Kiriko chuckles at first and then laughs hysterically, patting Gon on the head and telling his partner to come out.

Chap 4 - The Navigators taking the three to the exam site

The Navigators taking the three to the exam site

With the three applicants and four Kiriko now gathered together, one of the Kiriko says that it has been a while since a human was able to tell them apart so easily. With Leorio and Kurapika still left confused, Gon points out that he and Kurapika struck the husband. The Kiriko reveal that they are the Navigators, with the younger two revealing that they are their son and daughter. The woman shows the tattoos on her arm and explains that they signify a Sumi woman's vow of chastity that few people are able to recognize, praising Kurapika's knowledge and awareness. The man then says that while Leorio never discovered the truth, he applied extraordinary first aid with carefulness and compassion. Finally, the Kiriko praise Gon's incredible agility and perception, stating that he is one of the most naturally gifted humans they have seen. They confirm that all three applicants have passed and that they will take them directly to the exam site. After the three celebrate, the four Kiriko carry them through the sky with a full moon behind them. It's stated that while the three enjoyed the flight, they wondered what the exam itself would be like if the screening process was so rigorous.

Characters in Order of Appearance[]

Translations around the World[]

Language Name
Brazil Flag Brazilian Portuguese Kiriko, a Fera Mágica

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