Hunter X Hunter Manga Confirms Return in October 2024

According to sources, the Hunter x Hunter manga is set to make its return in October 2024. This comes after a series of prolonged and frequent hiatuses, taken to prioritize the author’s health and well-being. The manga will resume with the publication of a new chapter on October 7, 2024, as part of issue #45 of the Weekly Shonen Jump Magazine.

Yoshihiro Togashi is the writer and illustrator of the Hunter x Hunter manga series, which first appeared in March 1998. Over the course of 15 years, it has published a total of 400 chapters.

Exciting News: Hunter x Hunter Manga Set to Return in October

During a Shonen Jump livestream, an announcement video was released by the publishers stating that a chapter of the Hunter x Hunter manga will be released on October 7, 2024. The video also included manga illustrations of different characters from the story. Towards the end of the video, it was revealed that the chapter will be featured in a future issue of Weekly Shonen Jump Magazine.

This video showcased well-known characters such as Killua, Gon Freecss, Neferpitou, and others. The frequent and extended breaks were a result of Togashi’s health issues, specifically his debilitating back problems, which required him to take these breaks. As the author of the Hunter x Hunter manga, Togashi’s health has been a factor in the manga’s release schedule.

Hunter x Hunter manga author - Yoshihiro Togashi (Image via Sportskeeda) — Hunter x Hunter manga author – Yoshihiro Togashi (Image via Sportskeeda)

Despite the unfortunate passing of Kentaro Miura, fans were relieved to hear that the author has placed a priority on his health. This tragic event served as a reminder of the hazards that come with this line of work. Although there is currently no update on the author’s health, the fact that the manga is returning is a positive indication. It also suggests that there will be many more chapters to come in the future.

Furthermore, the manga’s comeback may suggest a positive change in Yoshihiro Togashi’s well-being. At present, the Hunter x Hunter manga is in the midst of the Succession Contest arc, with the release of chapter 400 dating back to 2022. After a two-year hiatus, the manga will resume with the continuation of the aforementioned story arc in chapter 401.

Plot of the series in brief

The main characters as seen in the anime series (Image via Madhouse)

Gon Freecss is the protagonist of the story, and he holds the title of a hunter. This prestigious designation is reserved for those who have successfully completed a perilous exam with a notoriously low pass rate. Gon embarks on a journey to uncover the truth about his father, and he gains companions along the way. These include Killua Zoldyck, Kurapika, and Leorio Paladiknight.

Keep an eye out for further updates on anime and manga as we continue through 2024.