On the 4th, Yoshihiro Togashi, the author of the popular manga 'HUNTER×HUNTER,' updated his X account.

He released an illustration from 'H×H' on X, showcasing a colored illustration of Neferpitou in battle mode.

Fans reacted with comments such as "Treasure!" "Pitou is so cute! One of my top favorite characters in HUNTER×HUNTER! I'm thrilled to see Togashi-sensei's colored Pitou!" "This character's look is totally my type" "This is absolutely amazing" "Pitou was incredibly strong."

Currently on hiatus, 'HUNTER×HUNTER' had its last weekly chapter, Chapter 400, published in the December 26, 2022 issue of 'Weekly Shonen Jump.' The editorial department explained in the same issue that due to considerations of Togashi-sensei's health, future chapters would not be published weekly.

They further stated, "Togashi-sensei continues to write the story, and the editorial department will continue to support him until 'HUNTER×HUNTER' is completed. Specific publication dates and methods will be announced in future issues of 'Weekly Shonen Jump.' Thank you for your continued support of 'HUNTER×HUNTER.'"

In a social media update on March 9, 2023, Togashi-sensei reported, "No. 401 is completed. Although the production system is not yet established, I'm happy that the time spent working at the desk is gradually increasing." He mentioned that the future publication format had not yet been decided.

The series, which began serialization in 1998, follows the adventures of a boy named Gon as he travels with his friends, including his best friend Killua. The current arc, "Dark Continent Expedition" (Succession War arc), features Kurapika, the Phantom Troupe, and other characters with conflicting motives onboard a ship heading for an unexplored continent. The series resumed on October 24, 2022, with Chapter 391 after a hiatus of 3 years and 11 months.

Source : ORICON NEWS