The 10 Best & Strongest Hunter x Hunter Characters

All fans of the anime series have asked two questions: Will we get a season 7 of Hunter x Hunter? And who are the strongest characters in Hunter x Hunter? And, considering all the characters involved, the answer isn’t quite that simple.

Yoshihiro Togashi’s Hunter x Hunter universe is arguably one of the strongest of any anime. Incredible displays of strength and skill with weapons are riddled throughout the series from the first arc to the last, with many peaks in the story. As characters are introduced during the series, we often find that each is more powerful than the last. With so many strong characters, it is difficult to compare them collectively and deduce exactly which ones stand above the rest.

20. Killua Zoldyck

A prodigy of the infamous Zoldyck family, Killua’s mastery of Godspeed (a combination of Speed of Lightning and Whirlwind) allows him to move faster than most characters can perceive. His assassin training, resistance to toxins, and ability to channel electricity through Nen make him a versatile and deadly combatant, especially in his “Adult Killua” potential hinted in the series. 

Almost as powerful as Gon, and gifted in Nen manipulation, Killua’s growth through the series has been nothing short of meteoric. His unique skills and heightened senses make Killua one hell of an incredible fighter.

19. Alluka Zoldyck / Nanika

From one member of the Zoldyck family to another, Alluka showcases a different approach to the raw strength many in her clan possess. Alluka’s symbiotic relationship with the Dark Continent entity Nanika grants her reality-warping abilities. At least, that’s what it looks like – the true nature of Nanika’s powers remains a mystery, even to those in the Hunter Association.

Her power to fulfill wishes (with catastrophic consequences for larger requests) is arguably the most broken ability in the series, dwarfing even the Royal Guards’ strength. She represents a different kind of “power” that transcends physical combat.

18. Kite

Gon’s mentor and Ging’s former student, Kite is a seasoned Hunter with the Crazy Slots signature ability. His randomly generated weapons (like the scythe that annihilated an army of chimera ants) showcase his combat versatility. Despite his abilities, things didn’t go well for Kite in the Chimera Ant Arc.

Still, resilient as ever, Kite underwent a drastic metamorphosis, reincarnated as a female chimera ant. The extent of his true power in this new form remains to be seen, but without access to his classic Nen powers, Kite will need to improvise if they wish to stay at the top of their game.

17. Beyond Netero

The son of Isaac Netero, Beyond is shrouded in mystery but hyped as a legendary explorer who inherited his father’s ambition and strength. Though his full capabilities are yet unexplored in the anime, the manga positions him as a force comparable to the top Hunters, with the resources and skill to venture into the Dark Continent.

Beyond’s Nen abilities remain unseen, but coming from the Netero family might indicate he uses enhancement abilities like Isaac. These could increase his agility, durability, and overall fighting skills just enough to survive the perilous reaches of the Dark Continent, getting the upper hand against the many dangers that lurk there.

16. Botobai Gigante

A triple-star Hunter and head of the Hunter Association’s Zodiacs, Botobai specializes in counterterrorism. He’s repeatedly cited as one of the Association’s strongest members, with Isaac Netero himself implying Botobai could have taken on the Chimera Ant King if necessary. His exact Nen abilities are unknown, but his reputation speaks volumes. That might be the reason why he boasts the coveted “Dragon” title among the Zodiacs.

15. Kurapika

The last survivor of the Kurta clan, Kurapika’s Emperor Time grants him mastery over all Nen categories, making him a tactical nightmare. His Chain Jail (which forces Zetsu on Phantom Troupe members) and healing abilities make him lethal in targeted scenarios. His resolve and specialization in vengeance give him a unique edge over your average Nen user.

His tragic story is also the backbone of one of the best Arcs in Hunter x Hunter, the Yorknew City arc – one of the rare instances where the story deviates from Gon’s journey.

14. Razor

Razor is one of the Game Masters in The Greed Island arc, and he is a powerful Emitter who can also make use of Manipulation. He has a lifetime debt to Gon’s father after he bravely saved him from execution and enlisted him.

During the games, Razor shows off his impressive skill, demonstrating his frighteningly powerful Aura Ball before creating several anthropomorphic Nen beasts and actually combining them to make his 14 Devils.

He doesn’t feature higher on the list because he is eventually defeated during an unlikely game of dodgeball. Still, he is no less an incredibly powerful character that deserves to be on the list.

13. Feitan Portor

Feitan Portor is one of the more unsavoury characters in the Hunter x Hunter universe. He serves as an interrogator and torturer for his group, the Phantom Troupe. Not only is he unsavoury, but he is also a bit of an odd character. He is a man of few words, only further helped by his usual use of a bandana that covers his mouth.

When he is angered, his words are unintelligible, as he speaks in a language that isn’t known or common in the world of Hunter x Hunter. Finally, the Nen type that he uses is Transmutation, allowing him to change the properties of his aura to mimic something else or even replicate specific attributes.

12. Biscuit Krueger

This one might surprise most people. If you look at Bisky, you would never think that she is a Double-Star Stone Hunter who earned her way into being one of the most challenging combatants of the Greed Island Arc, where Razor is the game master.

She has a few forms throughout the series and manga, one of which is a young girl resembling a porcelain doll with cute blonde hair and a pink dress. This feminine and girly portrayal is her favoured appearance.

Her true form, however, is nothing so cute. She is a tall, very muscular woman, wearing the same dress that is now almost impossible to fit around her extremely muscular body.

11. Morel Mackernasey

He might only be a Single-Sea Hunter in the Hunter x Hunter universe, but he is also the master of both the Beast Hunters Knuckle Bine and Shoot McMahon. Once a member of the Chimera Ant Extermination Team, Morel is known for using smoke from his massive smoking pipe as a weapon.

Calm, patient, and experienced as a hunter, Morel is a skilled planner who has the time and willingness to wait and see whether his plans will come to fruition before trying to devise another one.

10. Ging Freecss

Of all the characters introduced in the series, Ging Freecss, the father of Gon Freecss, is likely the most mysterious when it comes to his power. However, using the information we do know about him, we see that he is one of the most highly recognised hunters in the organisation and someone Gon considers to be his best friend and idol.

Although the majority of his missions were focused on restoring ruins, his power rivalled that of the strongest hunter, which gave him the potential to serve as the heir to Chairman Netero. And for that reason, he is one of the most powerful characters in Hunter x Hunter.

9. Hisoka

As the first and arguably the primary villain introduced in the series, it is no surprise that Hisoka made it on this list of most powerful characters in Hunter in Hunter. His unique Nen abilities allow him to transform his body into a rubber-like substance he refers to as “Bungee Gum.” In addition to his Nen powers, his mercilessness makes him even more deadly.

Formerly a member of the Phantom Troupe, Hisoka makes several character changes throughout the series, taking turns as a supporting character and even as a secondary antagonist.

8. Silva Zoldyck

The legendary assassin Silva is the head of the Zoldyck family. Silva is immune to all poison and can swiftly kill an individual in a moment by removing the heart. Furthermore, Silva has defeated a member of the Phantom Troupe, demonstrating that he is capable of far more than assassinating the average fellow. His children include Killua Zoldyck, Illumi Zoldyck, Zeno Zoldyck, Kalluto Zoldyck, and Alluka Zoldyck.

7. Chrollo Lucilfer

Founder and leader of the Phantom Troupe, Chrollo demonstrated his incredible power as he fought on even ground against the team of Silva and Zeno Zoldyck. It was also stated that if Chrollo had fought seriously, he likely would have defeated both of them.

Chrollo has the incredible power of specialization, which allows him to use his skill-hunter ability. This frightening ability allows him to steal abilities from others, which he has done with abilities like Teleportation, The Sun and Moon, and Black Voice.

6. Shaiapouf (“Pouf”)

Although he may not possess the brute strength of other characters lower on this list of the most powerful characters in Hunter x Hunter, Pouf has mastered Nen to a level that would give him an advantage over nearly any opponent. Furthermore, his strong wits and craftiness allow him to fight in unconventional ways.

It should come as no surprise that he was a part of the Chimera Ant King’s Royal Guard, a testament to his strength and skill as a fighter. He is also a strong Manipulator.

5. Menthuthuyoupi (“Youpi”)

Youpi can take on many different forms based on his mood. Although his rage blind-sighted him at certain points in this series, he eventually learned to control his emotions, leading him to become exponentially more powerful.

Because of his power and strength, he was one of the Chimera Ant King’s three Royal Guards in his day.

4. Neferpitou (“Pitou”)

The strongest of the three Royal Guards of the Chimera Ants, Pitou was the quickest and could deliver the strongest blows with her muscular legs and sharp claws. Her devotion to the King drove her to become even stronger.

3. Isaac Netero

Netero spent years alone training to perfect the speed and strength of his chop. This eventually evolved into one of the most diverse and most powerful sets of attacks in the series, known as 100-Type Guanyin Bodhisattva. This move ultimately led him to begin the Hunter’s Association, which rapidly grew due to his widespread popularity.

Unsurprisingly, he was the chairman of the Hunter Association as well as Head of the Hunter Exam Commission and was one of the most powerful Nen users in his youth, managing to carry his powerful strength into his old age with him.

2. Meruem

Thought to be the perfect specimen and known as the Chimera Ant King, Meruem is easily the most intelligent and naturally the strongest and most powerful character in the Hunter x Hunter series. His downfall ultimately results from a change of heart after observing a blind Gungi world champion named Komugi.

1. Gon Freecss

Although Meruem was naturally the strongest character in Hunter x Hunter (2011), Gon Freecss surpasses his power through limitless rage after the death of his friend and mentor, Kite. He evolves into an older version of himself (improving his physical strength, abilities, and intellect), swiftly destroying Neferpitou in a fit of anger. In his new form, Gon is definitely one of the most powerful characters in the popular anime series.

The Strongest Nen Users in Hunter x Hunter

Anyone who has watched Hunter x Hunter knows that Nen is a powerful (although dangerous) technique that allows a character to use life energy known as Aura. While many are able to master the trait, these characters are the most powerful Nen users.

Hisoka Morow

Although he is proficient in multiple Nen types (including Emission, Conjuration, and Enhancement), Hisoka is known as the master Transmuter. His ability mainly involves Bungee Gum (a mix of gum and rubber), which he can transform and manipulate into anything he wishes.

Gon Freecss

Seeing as he is the main character of Hunter x Hunter, it’s probably not surprising that Gon is one of the most powerful Nen users in the anime.

With more than one Nen ability, Gon is an Enhancer with Emission and Transmutation techniques. These abilities allow him to age himself (as seen in the Chimera Ants Arc) or raise his physical abilities when angry.

Chrollo Lucifer

As the strongest member of the Phantom Troupe, Chrollo Lucifer has the ability to steal the Nen abilities of other characters (especially other Phantom Troupe members). As a result, he is able to master just about every Nen type there is. He has even fought other Nen users like Hisoka and Silva Zoldyck. His abilities allow him to go toe-to-toe with some of the most powerful Nen users in Hunter X Hunter.

Ging Freecss

Gon’s father, a Double-Star Ruins Hunter, is also a strong Nen user. In fact, Netero believes he is one of the most powerful. While he has yet to fully showcase his abilities, we’ve seen some of it when the Double-Star Hunter played pip-play (moving his aura around to perform tricks).

Zeno Zoldyck

Even though he is a fairly old man, Zeno Zoldyck is incredibly experienced in Nen. He is not only super quick, but he has years of experience as an assassin. He is able to summon dragons and is also skilled in Emission — and probably other powerful Nen abilities.

Maha Zoldyck

As the oldest in the Zoldyck family, Maha is also the most skilled Nen user (even in his old age). In fact, he is the only Hunter x Hunter character who fought Isaac Netero and survived. Silva Zoldyck is the current head of the Zoldyck Family and the father of Killua.

Neferpitou

Also known as Pitou, the cat-like Neferpitou is a specialist with Doctor Blithe’s ability and was born with the ability to control Aura Nodes. Pitou is a unique character and definitely one of the best Nen users.

Isaac Netero

The former 12th President of the Hunters Association, Netero was once considered the strongest fighter in the world. A powerful Nen user, he has multiple Nen abilities, including Enhancement, Manipulation, Emission, Conjuration and Transmutation skills.

Meruem

King of the Chimera Ants, Meruem is by far the strongest and most powerful Nen-using character (villain) in Hunter x Hunter. By feeding on other Nen users, he can increase the size of Nen. He is so powerful that he even strikes fear into the heart of Netero, making him one of the interesting characters in the HxH world.

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