Is the original Hunter x Hunter anime worth watching?

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• The original Hunter x Hunter series from 1999 had a unique premise and a darker '90s art style.
• The 1999 series adapted the manga with creative liberties due to the lack of complete source material.
• Fans may prefer the original series because it had more character interaction and a more intense atmosphere.

Hunter x Hunter It's a classic story from the golden age of Shōnen Jump that continues today thanks to writer Togashi's recent resurgence. For fans, there's plenty of Hunter x Hunter content to explore. And it might even be too much for some people. Not only are there over 400 episodes now, but there have been not just 1, but 2 anime adaptations of the series. Longtime fans of Hunter x Hunter probably know this, and even casual fans will. You may have seen viral screenshots from key moments in the original.

manuscript Hunter x Hunter The anime debuted in 1999, with a reboot coming a decade later. With such a large time gap, many people may not feel it's worth it to get into the older version. It is assumed that the new version is just an improvement over the original, however, there are actually many differences between the two. This goes beyond just animation differences. This gives them both a unique experience.

What made the original series so different?

Hunter x Hunter is in a very different place in 1999.

to begin to understand Hunter x Hunter (1999), you should start by considering the context in which it was published in 1999. Hunter x Hunter It's still a relatively new manga. It debuted last year in Shonen Jump, and because of this, the animation team had to work around the fact that they were dealing with incomplete information. This meant that they didn't have much insight into the future of the story, so they couldn't plan as far ahead as they could with other series. that they might be doing This may present challenges, though. But it might also be one of the main advantages of the original series.

Similar to the differences between Full Metal: Alchemist Brotherhood and Full Metal Alchemist 2003, the limitations of the source material gave the animation teams working on these series the opportunity to approach the material with more creative freedom.

Advantages of the original series

The original series made the most of fillers.

Filler: A word that is often feared in anime circles. There is a lot of debate about whether fillers are inherently bad. or even the actual meaning of this word But for the sake of this article Filler is considered to be the original content of the anime. More than just a short period of time Both the episode and the story of the original content

Go according to the original definition. Hunter x Hunter full of filler Because it is unclear what direction the story will take. How long will this go on? And how long will this matter be carried out? So the animation team took a lot of liberties when adding content to the show. For fans of the original series This is where it truly shines. If you like extended character interactions and the story moves more slowly The original series might be for you. Many modern anime move at breakneck speed with less time to truly sit with the characters. In Hunter x Hunter 1999, the story time span is extended. Character interactions were also added, and things generally seemed to last a lot longer.

For some viewers This will not be a selling point. But if you are a Hunter x Hunter fan and especially love these characters. You might enjoy seeing their extended interactions. Even if the content comes directly from the manga.

The art style has a classic 90's feel to it.

If you love classic anime and the 90's vibe to the medium, then you'll probably love the original Hunter x Hunter series alone. After the 2000s and especially the 2010s, anime seemed to become much “cleaner” and brighter. This change, though, brought about some of the most stunning moments of modern anime. But it also removed some of the “aura” that the classic anime series had.

This can definitely be seen when watching the two Hunter x Hunter series side by side. The colors of the original series are darker and muddier, shadows are deeper, and scenes feel more intense as they feature characters in a noir-style setting.

The charm of the new series

The faithful are rewarded in Hunter x Hunter (2011)

All of the above It should be noted that there are a few key things that made it necessary to reboot the series in the first place. Although there are many moments and interactions that are added. But there were a lot of things that were theoretically removed from the 1999 anime. You want to create a satisfying story. Even when dealing with imperfect data sources. This means that some changes were made to make the original anime more interesting in its context. But for the purists who want the adaptation to be as close to the source material as possible. The new series achieves just that.

Although many fans of the original series will appreciate the departure and creative freedom afforded by the manga. But it can also distract from the story that Hunter x Hunter is trying to tell. Seeing Gon go from a cheerful character to a more bloodthirsty form in the series was quite a shocking change. But the original series took on a darker atmosphere almost immediately. which some feel betrays this gradual accumulation.

So, should you watch the original Hunter x Hunter anime?

What drew you to Hunter x Hunter in the first place?

Deciding to watch the original Hunter x Hunter anime comes down to what you ultimately want from your anime viewing experience. If you are a big fan of Hunter x Hunter and want an adaptation that is as close to the original content as possible. You might love to continue watching this rebooted series. And the original might disappoint you sometimes.

However, if you are a fan of the darker, grittier anime from the 90s then this is it. and liked the style and storytelling of that era You might also like to watch the original. Sometimes, though, it's not even close to the story. But darker battles and characters lead to some interesting interpretations of classic battles.

Hunter x Hunter (2011) is now available to watch on Crunchyroll, Hulu, and Netflix.

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  In Hunter x Hunter, young Gon Freaks discovers that his long-lost father is the legendary Hunter. They are elite adventurers who have the license to go anywhere and do almost anything. with determination to find him Gon then sets out to pass the Hunter Exam. It's a life-threatening challenge that attracts hundreds of hopefuls seeking fortune, fame, and adventure. Along the way, Gon becomes friends with the other applicants. Including the vengeful Kurapika. Ambitious Leorio and the mysterious Killua They face a world full of strange creatures. terrible criminals and unpredictable adventures

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