S1·E1 Departure x And x Friends
Narrative Classification: Season premiere establishing core conflicts and serialized narrative stakes.
Synopsis
The story begins with a young boy named Gon, who aspires to be a hunter just like his father Ging. Ging leaves his son in the care of Mito, Gon's aunt, and has not been seen since. Gon catches the local monster fish, "Lord of the Lake", in order to prove his ability to take the exam. Although Mito is reluctant to let Gon leave his home, she relents after he is determined to understand the reason his father left him and his interest of being a hunter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 1 Episode 1 of Hunter x Hunter air?
Season 1, Episode 1 ('Departure x And x Friends') originally aired on October 2, 2011.
How long is Season 1 Episode 1 ('Departure x And x Friends')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 24 minutes.
What happens in Hunter x Hunter Season 1 Episode 1?
The story begins with a young boy named Gon, who aspires to be a hunter just like his father Ging. Ging leaves his son in the care of Mito, Gon's aunt, and has not been seen since. Gon catches the local monster fish, "Lord of the Lake", in order to prove his ability to take the exam. Although Mito i...