Pariston Hill: The Art of the Troll (Hunter x Hunter)

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Music used:
Song 1 - Maybe I'm a Lion (Final Fantasy VIII)
Song 2 - Sawari Neko (Bakemonogatari)
Song 3 - Kefka's Theme Remastered (Link: • Final Fantasy VI - Kef... )
Song 4 - Desert Wasteland (Final Fantasy VII)
Song 5 - In Search of the Man in Black (Final Fantasy VII)
Song 6 - The First Layer (Made in Abyss)
Song 7 - Bunseki (Kuroko no Basket)

[@Aleczandxr]

This doesn't change anything about the video or the points made, but I misspoke in one section: Pariston's vice presidency led to the highest number of Hunter *disappearances,* not deaths.

[@quiz3417]

Good on ya

[@Eli-el7mr]

Would you mind if I asked you how you got to be so eloquent? You have an amazing way with phrasing and I strive to be as skilled as you in weaving words with grace while also telling a story. It's incredible to me how you seem to do it so effortlessly(even if you're going off of a script).

[@ahmedhomar]

@@Eli-el7mr reading books and getting edumacated😀

[@edale2]

Hears the mistake, makes a post, sees this post, deletes his post.

[@acjdz]

Aleczandxr have u watched jojo bizarre adventure I would love too see jojo vids along with hunter x hunter I'm sure others will too and I feel like it would match ur style that is so good

[@ff7legend]

Pariston is the hunter who works tirelessly to capture his prey and then releases it. He just truly enjoys the Hunt. One of the most important Hunters in the show

[@GaaraSama1983]

yep. So the statement that he represents Netero's will better than most of the Hunters is on point.

[@Rectiifyy]

Ging and Pariston are so alike yet so different

[@tlngrimm5199]

You are wrong he doesnt enjoy the hunt he just enjoy being the hunter 2 be fair

[@meat2023]

@@tlngrimm5199 then....then he enjoys the hunt

[@Sephy723]

@@tlngrimm5199 In other words, he enjoys the hunt.

[@tiger5869]

Pariston hates Ging because he can't troll him

[@dddmemaybe]

That's beautiful and perhaps on a scale, the inverse of his relationship to the chairman in one way. The chairman Netero would hilariously would _allow_ the trolling _at times_ (as I would infer based on both character's sentiments). But both Ging and Netero give Pariston one important thing that no one else has done for him. Someone else who can genuinely enjoy playing games together _with_ Pariston, and Ging definitely does enjoy beating Pariston. They are rivals.

[@RoronoraZoro666]

@@dddmemaybe Idk about that, he did get one over on him in the Dark Continent Arc where he got Ging to spend a shit ton of money on his men.

[@spacey9707]

it's because Ging is a better troll than him, he trolled Gon so hard all his life

[@jbi6336]

That just shows how much Ging knows about resources and how much he could commit to something that valuable. I think it showed how he cares for those people too. In number he was 2 but to them he was becoming 1 coz he also shows integrity.

[@mehdibaracetti6828]

spacey shakespeare And Pariston troll everybody with resigning as chairman

[@mariusghencea2907]

Pariston is not a troll, hes what trolls think they are

[@mariordz9857]

Even his name is a trolling device, it's a reference to Paris Hilton

[@easschung9442]

@@mariordz9857 No it isn't.

[@tychowozniaki9269]

@@easschung9442 You think Pariston Hilton is not a reference to Paris Hilton?

[@easschung9442]

@@tychowozniaki9269 I know that he isn't.

[@GizzyPope]

@@tychowozniaki9269 its not

[@raphsere]

Normal person: I always end up hurting the ones I love most and everybody close to me hates me. :,( Pariston Hill: I always end up hurting the ones I love most and everybody close to me hates me. :D

[@YOSH931]

Underrated asf comment right there.

[@hiwhowhatareyoudoinghereme1974]

:,(

[@yoshter135]

This couldn’t be more true

[@sakurakou2009]

true their is some type happiness in being the cause behind the person you love every emotion .. like illumi said once even if killua hate me I will continue to exist in his heart forever 😊

[@thewhisper4269]

sakurakou2009 Thats so sweet ♥️ 💕 Illumi is such a good brother 🥺

[@Chlo_R0]

I don't remember Pariston's introduction but when I first watched Hunter x Hunter, I remember seeing his almost plastic-looking face, fake smile, and sparkles around his face as he talked and just thought, "yep that's a politician".

[@blackcatpirates8134]

Lol

[@ericschuller908]

Yep. He's the kind of person that politicians think they are when it comes to games of social dominance. But most politicians are not that cunning or subversive. Most political games were plain as day to me when I was a kid because I saw what they were doing was no different than the mind games kids would play with me just to incite my rage and my reactions. If a little kid can see the grand scale playground tactics in a politician's game, then they aren't very clever.

[@blackcatpirates8134]

@@ericschuller908 Facts

[@stefannyang2010]

Lol

[@luanhenrique8733]

Togashi is a genius. He is probably one of the best writers of our era...

[@rjntchapz6997]

Abdukalil the 2nd is better

[@praisethelordgriffith8338]

Yep, including the writer for FMAB. I love HxH and FMAB equally, but FMAB is more consistent, and well, completed.

[@uwaargh500]

PRAISE THE LORD GRIFFITH I see you are a man of culture.

[@jasonstimecapsule77]

@@praisethelordgriffith8338 But he is consistent in his inconsistency, wouldn't you say?

[@greggaygayakutami1402]

@@praisethelordgriffith8338 No HxH has a better plot Stop fucking around with bullshit Chimera ant Arc and Yorknew arc is better than all arcs of FMAB

[@beastvicious8672]

It's funny how Parriston and Leorio were the 2 last candidates. Being the complete opposite of eachother. Leorio wears his heart on his sleeve and barely thinks 2 steps ahead. While Parriston has taken everything into consideration, never showing his true intentions. Parriston wants to break people, while Leorio wants to cure them. I think Togashi has already set them up as enemies for the future. Especially as Leorio and Cheadle are spending time together. While Leorio stands no chance right now, hopefully he will get more relevance and development down the line.

[@filipferencak2717]

Seeing how Cheadle IS grooming him for the position of a zodiac, I'd say that what you wrote down here makes perfect sense. I hope it happens as well.

[@ernestocuengil1366]

Ging I think will also kind of mentor Leorio in the future, I feel, they already have a sort of (rocky) relationship with the punch and stuff. I can see them getting to be frenemies of sorts lol

[@filipferencak2717]

@@ernestocuengil1366 I don't think that they'll be frenemies. More like Leorio will be pissed at Ging and will likely act as if he hates him (constantly being angry at him about the smallest things) for abandoning Gon as a child, while Ging will not care about this and will continue to do his own thing (if it includes Leorio somehow, he will act as if nothing happened between them before whatever they are doing at the moment). He won't act hostile towards Leorio (well, mostly, sometimes he will probably yell at him for being too annoying) because he sees him for the man that he is. A kind-hearted, friendly man. He will also know that Leorio has a legitimate reason for being upset so he won't push it too far againt him. I can see them developing a bond in the future.

[@rockytokyo]

too bad we'll never find out because togashi will likely die before the manga is finished

[@monakasan7486]

I like the idea, which means now all the 5 main characters have/had the own Nemesis Gon - Pitou Killua - Illumi Kurapica - the 4th Prince Leorio - Pariston Hisoka - Chrollo

[@Swagkage]

What a crazy out of left field follow up to Meruem. One of a kind villain not just because of his own traits and merits but because of the unique time and way he was used in the series. He's incredibly underrated and I'm happy to see you've made a video on him

[@sock312]

Swagkage Swag please do some hunter x hunter vids in the future good sir Have a wonderful day

[@brianlowe904]

Yeah swag, do more hxh videos. Do’em I’m the style of the chakra natures

[@wrestlinganime4life288]

To be honest ,Meruem was more like an antagonist than an actual villain;or to be specific is more like a character who happen to be born as chimera ant,who happens to become King etc..

[@brianlowe904]

Jimmy Ichigo i think he said he’d like to do more but they don’t get nearly as many views as his naruto vids, but yeah of course it’s up to him to make them and if he doesn’t then we’ll make it

[@RedTV101]

Did Fuushin tornado jutsu defeat Rinnegan Sasuke's Susanoo?! Also do you think Fuushin and Chino are underrated? I'm curious to see how the 5 kage would deal with Fuushin's Tornado since not even Six Paths Rinnegan Sasuke's Susanoo could beat it. Also chino can pretty much one shot anyone who's not an Uchiha or have a tail beast to wake them up out of her genjutsu before she makes then cut themselves and blow them up.

[@IMKebbie]

Pariston is scary in a unique way. He always wins regardless of the outcome. It's like fighting a man that doesn't fear death.

[@lucaswinsor4469]

or worse, fighting a man who is actively trying to get you to kill him.

[@LjuboCupic1912]

Lucas Winsor that’s basically Batman and the Joker.

[@nenmaster5218]

@Muhammedlee Want to have a chat about Nen with a fellow Fan? Me?

[@lethargictroll6788]

@@lucaswinsor4469 Johan from Monster joins the chat

[@prancerjohnponce6889]

​@@lucaswinsor4469same in the final fantasy XV.

[@xrubyxlightx]

My favourite sparkly trashcan

[@uwaargh500]

Glitter rat

[@rkldr]

chcucu

[@BelartWright]

I love Togashi, but as a writer myself, seeing characters like Pariston Hill and watching your breakdowns show me that I am no match for this writing god. This is depressing, but thrilling because I love HxH and YYH.

[@Aleczandxr]

Use him as a benchmark for progress instead of comparison. It may help.

[@BelartWright]

@@Aleczandxr Definitely and thanks! Truthfully, I can't even see myself coming close to his level of skill, ever. I'm okay with that though, because Togashi is a whole other level of genius. I'll just do things in my own way.

[@upg5147]

@@BelartWright I'd like to talk with you if you have a moment

[@BelartWright]

@@upg5147 Go right ahead good sir. I will respond.

[@upg5147]

@@BelartWright I'd love to have a talk on writing and perhaps a beta reading talk off somewhere in the middle. If you'd so give me the time I be much delighted

[@estefanperez7137]

One thing i really loved about Pariston is the fact that (as most of the Zodiac members) he is most likely a really skilled Hunter, but he plays his part in the story withoutshowing that.He doesnt need power to shake people`s mind,he doesnt need violence to make himself an objective of hatred,he just achieves all of this by his own mischievous yet remarkable intellect, and seeing that on a shonen is something you dont really expect.Togashi will never cease to amaze, and with those videos, neither do you.Keep up the good work!

[@Aleczandxr]

Thanks!

[@thesnakbar]

I wholeheartedly agree. After watching two or three scenes involving Pariston my friend was shook and told me "fuck that, I don't even wanna know what his Nen ability is"

[@ProlificPops]

I wanna know what his nen ability is. Especially if we get to see it against Ging's. That'd be so awesome.

[@saadmanalam7283]

So he is like Lex Luthor.

[@Hikutachama]

If Pariston turned out to be some powerful nenuser, Id be dissappointed to be honest.

[@koenma932]

The amount of characters someone could chose as their favuorite it's so high in HxH, it's insane. It's really hard to chose one over the other, personally.

[@gizel4376]

yeah half of my all-anime favorite characters are in HxH

[@nitishkumarjurel241]

@Noodle Danger what anime is DN?

[@charles67198]

The results are in. Everyone picked Hesoka....

[@silk3142]

mine is Gon pretty easy for me lol.

[@kevinflynn4649]

Easily Meruem for me

[@moseskudia3835]

I sleep on mattress, I can sleep on the floor but I can never sleep on you Aleczandxr.

[@ihavenodimples114]

Gay.

[@juliohernandez5696]

Miguel Toot fragile masculinity

[@moseskudia3835]

@@juliohernandez5696 yup

[@Blackjesus327]

Julio Hernandez they’re obviously playing around you moron

[@PSN_OGRE]

Big Gay

[@leezus7875]

Is it weird I just realized his name is a play on Paris Hillton?

[@joe5058]

OMG i didnt realize untill you said it O__O

[@FishBoneD14]

I just realized too

[@izzywizzy2673]

woahhhhh

[@user-vm2wi8no1s]

Not at all. It's one of those things that either you realise right away, or you learn later and it's incredible.

[@sitrips]

I hate to be that guy, but are you sure this isn't just a coincidence?

[@ortenmark9226]

When a side antagonist which is only in the series for a short amount of time is better than a lot of the main antagonist i have ever seen lol. He could probably be the main villain in a standalone series.

[@Sol-gz4pp]

Pariston is the main villain of hxh.

[@ortenmark9226]

@@Sol-gz4pp I would say that meruem probably is the main villain throughout the whole series but it does not have to be the same for everyone :)

[@ortenmark9226]

I would still say that he is a villain in the same way that Deadpool is categorized as one not that they have a lot in common tho.

[@ortenmark9226]

@Cold Violet Meruem still feels like a villain majority of the time he is in the series but that is not to say he changes a lot but how you want interpret his change is very much up to the individual.

[@balabanasireti]

Ortenmark I don't know about that when the narrator himself literally said that Meruem choose his human side, the caring and empathic side.

[@bulbasaurvines8992]

"I'll play with you personally from now on, until you beg me to stop." That statement is so sexual without context 😹

[@Aleczandxr]

Even with context it’s still pretty sexual, haha

[@Uynumeotp]

True ^

[@icarusy7731]

They're frick fracking on the down low

[@mervs2631]

Pariston and Ging definitely a little sus

[@wintermacca]

yeah they definitely have office xes

[@Sandwichking1]

I really love Pariston's design. He really resembles his Zodiac.

[@Sandwichking1]

@@jimmyichigo7410 the Rat

[@adityapathak5761]

@@user-px6hf8zs6b his face really reminds me of a rat, like the eyes and the bone structure of the jaw and chin. Rat doesn't always signify dirtiness.

[@thesnakbar]

@@user-px6hf8zs6b i'd say saccho more of a rabbit than anything. But i'd have to agree that Pariston encapsualtes the qualia of a rat perfectly: adaptable, mischevious, alert, outgoing. much like a person born in the year of the rat. However we haven't seen the characteristic disadvantages of timidness, pickiness or querelity because he's so flexibile and can fashion most situations (to an extent) to his liking, accepting whatever the in-between process might arise

[@doubting.youtubecommentor931]

Id say saccho is a kind of pepega *Kapp*

[@silversamurai0267]

@@user-px6hf8zs6b That's a myth. Rats are actually very clean creatures when they're not forced by necessity to live in sewers. One of the cleanest pets you could ever own. Very polite (at least mine were XD) and VERY intelligent. So he absolutely reminds me of a rat.

[@jtpetino]

Honestly, anyone that remotely likes HxH should watch all your videos. It simply heightens the enjoyment one can get out of this story. Been able to understand the small details one picks up but can't truly understand why they work so well, truly shows how great Togashi is at creating a story and how competent the staff at Madhouse are to be able to adapt it so well.

[@Aleczandxr]

Thank you so much ^_^

[@GaaraSama1983]

@@KurapikasChains727 Well said. Was about 2014 when I first saw HxH 2011. Also watched the 1999 version after that. Can't compete with 2011, but it has its merits. Some characters get more detail and even the filler stuff often grasps the original feeling of the canon/manga material. Problem is that since I knwo HxH no other Shonen can please me. The diversity of topics (politics, biology, anthropolohy, psychology, ...), the Nen system, the depth of story and characters, the beautiful strategic fights (especially when Hisoka, Chrollo or Kurapika fights). It has its flaws, but in its best moments it outshines every other Shonen.

[@bladenleague2668]

@@GaaraSama1983 Truly tbh, I watched Brotherhood expecting the same feeling I got with HxH but its not the same because even though its arguably better, thats because of its consistency and lack of flaws, not nearly enough poetry like HxH. Watching some consistently excellent isnt bad but compared to a show like HxH that peaks and slowly reverts back is poetic in itself and on my opinion much better.

[@HishamA.N_Comicbroe]

@@bladenleague2668 Damn... Kind of sums up my feelings

[@quicksilver446]

Yet another fascinating character in this wonderful series. Someone like Pariston was just perfect for this arc and one of its highlights for me. Serious props to Togashi for not falling into typical shounen trends of vertical progression, instead managing to keep things simple directly after his most ambitious and complex arc (so far!!!). Nicely edited and scored as always Alec, I could hear the FF tracks before I even clicked on the video lmao. Keep it up my guy!

[@Aleczandxr]

One of these days I need to shy away from FF tracks to change it up.. But it's so hard when the tracks are so fitting..

[@boozec]

What do you mean by vertical progression?

[@ryugalaw]

@@boozec It means that every villain is stronger than the previous one.

[@ryugalaw]

@@willjhonathan5844 he never claimed it's his. Don't go all out with accusations that aren't even reasonable.

[@ryugalaw]

@@willjhonathan5844 I think it's enough of anyone to credit in the description. His only flaw was him not mentioning that credits are in the Description. Other than that, his actions aren't Ill-Boding

[@laurocoman]

Ha ha ha. This is so unrealistic, I mean, a blond and powerful man trolling his way towards the most powerful political position in the World is just so... oh.

[@jonsnor4313]

You mean the comedian who got a majority vote in the italian partamentarian election with his partybut reused a coalition stirring up trouble doing so. Beppe grill in the vote 2018 I dont see which else troll it could be. Hmm. And he has black hair. I mean who else could become so infamous or even worldwide known as troll. XDXDXD

[@Mugetsu_Gaming]

@@jonsnor4313 ...

[@ryubaku]

Stahp

[@floflo1645]

@@jonsnor4313 he meant trump

[@HoloGreyrat]

@Samueldedieu That's what makes that man a good troll

[@brandonadrien3476]

I'm not gonna lie, Pariston was one of the few guys whose next move I could see in the Election arc cuz I thought "What would a troll do here?" Heck, Cheadle & Ging basically said, "He's a muthafuckin troll" but it a very wordy manner. He didn't care about rules, didn't want to win, but didn't want to lose because doing either is a game ender and winning the game isn't always "winning the game". There's a certain way to flex your stuff, plus Pariston has that little extra in knowing he'd win and things "All according to keikaku". Some trolls know they can't win and are within more of a salty "crabs in a bucket" mindset, but Pariston toys around knowing for sure he'd get the W so he'll play the fool, gas people up, and go on To Give a Marionette life, let you see he did it, and throw the game, leaving a terrible taste in your mouth. I kinda think of his way in a video game. Let's say Smash: Pariston could feign being trash and just zone you out and jump around the stage, yet let himself "be read", take damage and lose stocks. You put in all the work and he's on his last stock at a high sudden death percentage, and all of a sudden... you can't touch him, he kills you with disrespects, juggles you, knock you off stage and hits you back to the stage, taunts, and then kills himself. You win but you know he let you know that you were his bitch, *he let you win* , and his you with the WasteHisTimeHxH2011 hashtag. Pariston... a dude that not only likes his food with spice, but enjoys his meal more when that spice burns others as he has his fill. Oh, thanks for the video. Greatness 👍

[@screeechbud]

hard agree. wouldn't go as far as to say that i knew he was trying to cause a turn around or complete chaos.. but you could see he was scheming and despite the stakes for everyone, his game was more important.

[@sosman747]

Brandon Adrien you have a great imagination

[@Aleczandxr]

Lol, and thank you for watching.

[@rkldr]

shsuus

[@stefannyang2010]

You put that nicely

[@HxH2011DRA]

Reasons are best when they're simple. Truly ToGODshi's greatest characters are the simplest in terms of motivations. Praise be to his name

[@Aleczandxr]

Simple motivations are best. Chrollo wants identity, Meruem doesn't know what he wants but he wants to find out, Hisoka wants to get his nut and Pariston wants to piss everyone off.

[@HxH2011DRA]

@@Aleczandxr "Hisoka want to get his nut" LMFAO Worst part is no lies were told

[@yetanotherrandomyoutubecha4382]

Motivation's overrated :D

[@vaginalarthritis1753]

@@Aleczandxr Genthru has the worse motivation then: He just wanted Gon to give up. lol

[@byronarnaoutoglou8425]

@@Aleczandxr Honestly these motiavions are not simple at all. To search for your identity, is something that very few would do since it really takes some intelligence to question who you are in the first place. It's not questions with definite answers beforehand but rather questions you answer by living your life. Same for one's desires. Most people would be satisfied with material wealth or simply a basic close social group/family. It's not often to see people crave for more. Hisoka is certainly primitive but even that is not simple because it really takes effort from an individual point of view to push back socially enforced expectations about your desires. And so is expected about joy and anger in general. Even Pariston who could seem simple in the context of "simply controlling" everything, by giving part of his power away, he risks of not being able to piss others off in the future. Point is that in a society that tries so hard to shape us into social creatures who will coexist primarilly for the sake of society's existence, looking inside yourself is like rediscovering yourself and it truly takes some conscious effort to conceive the idea of such self-examination. Because, the more you discover your more individual side, the further you alienate yourself from society.

[@SnowberryFlavour]

I am so glad that you made a video about Pariston! Like Hisoka, he is a very intriguing character - there is something about their unpredictable and seemingly nonchalant nature (e.g. seeing the world as their playground) that makes them so fun to watch and read. He really made the Election Arc for me. I am looking forward to reading more of him in the Dark Contintent Arc, especially about his relationship to Ging.

[@burnshirts4527]

Pariston is who Tompa's wishes to be when grows up

[@mkg-r]

Funny you said that bc tompa is definitely older than pariston, and it's funny to assume that these two could have met in the hunter exam at some point when pariston passed as a hunter. I wonder how their meeting was like if that was the case 😂

[@abeldnite]

Tompa is in his mid 40's and Pariston is in his early 30's tho

[@stefannyang2010]

Ohhh that so true

[@stefannyang2010]

Ohhh that so true

[@heisenberg4443]

So many good villains in Hunter x Hunter !!!

[@solitary2]

Heisenberg 444 Yep. Not a bad antagonist in the series

[@Swift-Prime]

Solitary except Genthru

[@aperson7329]

@@Swift-Prime no one likes genthru

[@bladenleague2668]

@@aperson7329 Yeah its kinda funny tho, out of all antagonists Genthru is the most standard one: Just a dickhead who wants power so he fucks people over, so id assume he'd get some love but most people hate because of the lack of poetry and how much he pales compared to literally everyone else lmao. He was straight up just a jackass

[@viciousrape]

@@aperson7329 fuck you I like Genthru

[@rockykaz3935]

To me personally, pariston feels like a perfect mix between Kimblee and Hisoka. He like Hisoka can be overwhelmingly sybaritic (totally didn't Google a new word for this), but with Kimblee's ability to hide his sociopathic tendencies. Like a butterfly putting its wings on display, then hiding them from predators who would rip life's fun away.

[@Aleczandxr]

He's not as extreme as Hisoka but regardless, I like this comparison!

[@marisseandgale5365]

Now that's poetic

[@RyogaEchizen]

OHHHH I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR A PARISTON VIDEO FROM YOU

[@RyogaEchizen]

@tosin king I pulled a pariston....

[@rkldr]

siisidid

[@CrashBandicootFan100]

Also I love how *MANGA SPOILER* When Pariston and Ging leave the Zodiacs, Kurapika and Leorio respectively fill in for them. Leorio takes on the Boar. Like Ging, he's hardly ever on the screen, but makes a gigantic impact when he is. Then, Kurapika being the Rat is EXTREMELY fitting. He's someone willing to sacrifice everything (especially himself, to the extreme) for his goals, similar to Pariston. Kurapika had his clan, lost them, then found new friends (the main cast, the Yorknew mercenaries, some of the people in the succession arc). As Pariston sees his new Netero in Ging, Kurapika sees his new family in the groups. And now Pariston has a contradiction in his gameplan. Hating Ging might force an unhealthy (for his standards) obsession out of him. Kinda like the Kurta eyes do with Kurapika. Togashi does pull parallels with his characters, so the fate of Kurapika might go hand in hand with Paristons.

[@jonsnor4313]

I dont see them similar in personality for one kurapika cares about people and pariston about the thrill, he isa gambler but both are extremly cunning and adaptive in situations. But thats where their similarieties end. You could say its similar between ging and leorio as both are charismatic and have a strong impact through that and honest, but again leorio uis a better person and actually cares about people while ging lets his child alone in his obsession with making it a hunter game.

[@solitary2]

Pariston and Kurapika aren’t similar at all

[@hadyyy2619]

@@solitary2 I think what they’re trying to say is that they are similar in being willing to go to great lengths to achieve their respective goals, and also hurt themselves in the process

[@StephenKarl_Integral]

I believe people have hard times to understand how enjoyable it is to be happy. And the reason is most people on this planet don't even know what makes them happy. Most people are happy with little simple things like family, enough income to support a peaceful life, etc. But there are people on this world who were born with a special type of happinness : disturbing others and make them crumbble. That, is a very real thing, and for some, usually many of them, when they discover what they are and finally accepts themselves, they become what we call "monsters". Thing is, they aren't, at least from their perspective, they are just people like you and I, why do they have to accept to feel sadness looking at happy and chilling people around, and not the other way around ? That's what Pariston is. That's what Isaac Netero is. What Hisoka and Chrollo are. And to some extent, Ging. But that's very much not what Kurapika, Meruem, Leorio, Killua and Gon are. Kurapika cannot achieve what Pariston can, nor Leorio could what Ging can, because the sheer amount of will to get there can be summarized as "not being anymore" : you are not you, you are nothing, because you are not yourself, you try to be what you are not. In order for Leorio to commit some bad things, the end goal MUST be worth it in a way it does more good than bad. Leorio is driven by morale concerns established by society. Despite being a little of a scam himself, he is actually a very generous and simple person with a strong sens of justice. In order for Kurapika to commit some bad things, a violation of strong principles and code towards himself or his affiliates must have occurred. Kurapika is driven by principles and duty. In order for Meruem (before Komugi) to commit some _bad_ things, his ego must have been triggerred, like a spoiled brat who knows nothing about life, which he was. The, with Komugi, he discovered what he really was : someone who values people with great capabilities or willpower, someone who will NEVER get in the way of those who make efforts. He is driven by empathy and love, meaning without losing his memory and keeping going on with that idea of being on top of the world, he would have died out of boredom and sadness without ever having a glimpse of happinness in his entire life. Pariston is a whole different animal. What is good or bad, better or worse, wise or not *is irrelevant.* The question is : _"how do I feel better for the long term, now that I'm bored ?"_ => Manipulate people, make them do weird things and watch them struggle like if it was a TV Show. Once people understand that, they may understand logic or principles or morale have nothing to do with what those decide, and rules are meant to be breached. Want a real life example : Donald Trump, Michael O'Leary... Those are people that don't give a shit about who and how many they hurt as long as they can have a good laugh about, and on top of that, they are smart enough to secure their position especially when they are no longer under the spotlights. People seems to be pleased to criticize them, but none have a tiny fraction of their power and happinness. There are other people like them, but when they are not smart enough to secure their happinness (don't kill yourself in the process by letting a mob of angry people get up to your throat), they become what we call "failures" : people that have been rejected by society long before they could get anywhere in life : psychopaths. Netero is a little special. He does have the narcissic personnality, but, it appears he is half altruist, he do care a little for common interests, or maybe, he matured enough to understand you can't get entertained if everybody is so broken they are not funny to watch anymore. Therefore, from time to time, do real good things and spread fair hopes. By the way, you can't have multiple "trolls" around, one is okay, two is already one too many, more than that, all your time gets devoted to trying to break the other trolls, a tough and daunting task, that's not entertaining (that's also why in real life politicians are innefficient at best, incompetent and a shame at worst : too many trolls with the same personnality with the same will to waste the time and ressources of everyone around) That's also why unlike Cheaddle (and others), Ging and Netero were never around and why Pariston was Netero's 2nd : go play with the Zodiacs while I'm busy with little cheap pranks, and only when politicians has to be tamed, I come back. Ging is also the narcissic type, but unlike Pariston who devotes his entire efforts in crushing others, Ging has a passion : discover new things, thanks to his father. His way of doing things is always tinted with that cursiosity of unveiling new unknowns. The "vagabond" is always covered in dust because he is also an adventurer. That's how he has in his way more than what Pariston could ever provide and appears to be one or two steps ahead of Pariston. To counter that, Pariston has to seek help (manipulation) or throw in some bold random moves to catch Ging off guard. Could Leorio do the same ? No ! Actually, Kurapika is the one that may compete with Pariston, but only if he goes into scarlett mode and cold determination for the rest of his life : use intelligence to compensate for your lack of evilness (but again, you'll never be happy in your life). Similarities and look alikes, there are so many, but what matters is the understanding of what someone is. Once that settled, what appeared to be similarities becomes contradiction. I often read comments about authors making good stories... Togashi is one of them, and hell yeah, he has a good knowledge of person profiling (personnality traits which are immutable, you are born with them but they can be influenced by your life experience). An author that lacks that knowledge cannot define strong characters with a clearwater background and motives. That's the basis of writing sagas : define the challengers first, who they are, what's their story, before anything, never be satisfied with normal boring people with no personnality. If there were no Sasuke, no Danzo and no Orochimaru in Naruto, just Jiraya and Hiruzen... well, that would be another Digimon story. That's why Boruto failed : everybody is either good, bad or irrelevant. Noone has a strong defined motive in life, the bad want to rule the world etc. etc. Boring !

[@rumory]

@@StephenKarl_Integral you've touched on so many topics i can't even begin to find a way to respond

[@damnthatsrough970]

The title explain the main reason he's one of my favorite he's just a massive troll

[@abysschef5078]

11:02 I find that so sad, you could tell he wasn’t bullshiting like he always does he genuinely meant that from the bottom of his heart.

[@mladen5140]

FINALLY A VIDEO ABOUT PARISTON I'VE BEEN WAITING SO LONG FOR IT

[@marlom7882]

I wonder what pariston has in store for ging in the dark continent

[@josephisrael8959]

I think he'll try releasing the calamities into the outside world

[@ArmidaMusic]

I wonder what Ging has in store for Pariston...

[@sulpherbratigh7936]

@@ArmidaMusic Springtrap should be enough for a rat

[@ProlificPops]

@@sulpherbratigh7936 Funny, cuz Pariston's zodiac sign is rat.

[@thelegacyofgaming2928]

@@ProlificPops ...

[@aaronburks7494]

There are certain youtubers who, when they post a new vid, make my day. You're one of them.

[@Aleczandxr]

:)

[@filipferencak2717]

Same feeling here really.

[@chillyflvmes80]

it’s crazy how a antagonist that shares very little screen time have so much impact

[@tuvecinaantikachu3315]

10:04 There is NO WAY I could read that panel without a sexual subtone

[@doubting.youtubecommentor931]

Damn, i like the way you think.

[@ProlificPops]

I'm just waiting for Pariston and Ging to smash tbh

[@SammyCee23]

In my opinion, Pariston Hill is the most interesting villain out of any anime I've ever seen.

[@smoothcasanova5082]

Did you forget about Sosuke Aizen from Bleach?

[@SammyCee23]

Rofl. Bleach is garbage.

[@amvouss2869]

@@SammyCee23 Say that again ?!

[@spiritual9574]

@@SammyCee23 You probably won’t see this but Check out Johan Liebert from monster one of the greatest if not the greatest antagonist in all of anime and one of the greatest in all of fiction

[@SammyCee23]

@@spiritual9574 I haven't seen Monster but I heard its one of best ever. Do you recommend the anime? I have a very high standard for anime and im hella picky lol

[@michiamocosi7690]

Pariston: Ging, I have a question for you; Do you consider me your friend ,right? Ging: of course😑... now I have a question for you; how many people have you trolled? Pariston: yes.

[@harleyhowl4271]

Hisoka, Illumi, Pariston Hill and Shaiapouf are my favorite Hunter x Hunter baddies ❤️😍👌👍

[@megasean3000]

Harley Howl Mine’s would be Hisoka, Pitou and Meruem in that order.

[@mustafaosama2955]

are u guys tripping what about my man the legend the one netero feared and respect the hunter crusher tonpa

[@asyri305]

Add Chorollo and my psycho/socio baddies list is complete😍..as for the hotties i add Feitan and Kirua❤

[@praisethelordgriffith8338]

Omg, I love both Hisoka and Shaiapouf so much! Glad to see someone not hate on Pouf since he's props the most well written character in the series.

[@LjuboCupic1912]

STOPH me! *one of. Determining who’s the best written character would be the longest debate ever.

[@a5hen]

I read someone's comment in a different video saying ,"Parriston might be an empty genius, with no passion in mind but just to watch others burn." This for some reason sounds the best way to describe him.

[@All_Powerful_God_Enel]

I wonder how Pariston spends his freetime

[@BarHonigfeld]

I feel like to him everything he does is free time.

[@ginoyesano5649]

plotting

[@zoomerwilliamsonny1409]

He thinks about banging Ging lol jk plz dont kill me

[@hikari2827]

Bär Honigfeld 😂😂 ikr

[@diegonunez3492]

Playing sims and taking out the ladder in the pool

[@arthurwilliams4249]

What about a video on Leorio? He is so underrated, his gold heart and great personality , his reaction to Gon being alive ( because he finally has a friend that survived and that he didn't lost)... I don't know if there is that much to be said but I feel it's important

[@Aleczandxr]

Leorio is a very very very good boy. I love him.

[@jacek107ify]

despite being major character, Leorio didn't get much screen time x---x

[@lordtrophies]

Arthur Williams rip leorio

[@divineshinobi1791]

Togashi truly knows how to make some of the most intriguing characters with simple motivations and adds nuance to it

[@patmisc]

I did not like Pariston at first, but I have to admit he was such an interesting character and a great addition after the Chimera Arc. His character was so well-written it blows my mind.

[@insidetrip101]

I think everyone misunderstands Pariston, especially his relationship to Netero. Pariston was specifically chosen because Netero knew that Pariston would do the opposite of what Netero wanted. This accomplished two things. First, it gave Netero a challenge, something that Netero was obsessed with. Second, it actually makes the association stronger because its subjected to conflict to overcome. This is (in my opinion) why Ging was 100% serious and 100% right when he said that Pariston was the only one still carrying out the will of Netero. Sure, Pariston might be doing the opposite of what Netero wanted (and he is), but Netero *wanted* Pariston to do the opposite, and I actually think Pariston knew this as well. In a sense, while I think you're right that the first purpose of Pariston's trolling during the election is to mark his territory and demonstrate his superiority, but it is also about his last final game with Netero--one that he can't win and one that he can only delay. Pariston didn't want to lose the election, but he didn't want to win either. When Pariston won he finally lost, because Pariston's goal was to never allow the election to complete in the first place, pure and simple, an impossible goal that was his way of saying good bye to Netero.

[@concildremford1763]

This makes much more sense and adds to the selfish yet good nature of netero that parallels with gon. I haven't caught up with the manga but pariston comes off as a very indecisive person. Seemingly bored as he is always trying to get the most interesting/entertaining outcome yet irritated by ging when he shows he can keep up with him. There's also his weird glorification of self isolation through his love of making people hate him. I can either see him becoming a threat close to the likes of gyro or being revealed to be much more sympathetic than we thought.

[@izukosenpai7972]

parriston is the typical person that wake you up in 03 AM and say "hey its already night its time to sleep"

[@aaronitodo2678]

This video convinced me to rewatch the election arc. When I first watched it, I didn't like it but after looking at it from a new perspective I realised just how fricking amazing it is.

[@geryldpina7091]

I never understood Pariston’s motivations so I’m glad you uncovered them. This video has me hyped for the future of HxH

[@Aleczandxr]

Awesome, happy to hear that I could help a little bit.

[@ff7legend]

My favorite part of Pariston, and specifically his relationship with Ging and Netero. They all have this playfulness about them. That whether we see them as good or evil, they all have on thing in common and that is they enjoy the Game of life. They are gamers in the truest sense

[@Gatling93]

They see him Trollin' They hatin' Patrolling and tryin' to catch him Trollin' dirty Tryin' to catch him Trollin' dirty Tryin' to catch him Trollin' dirty Tryin' to catch him Trollin' dirty Tryin' to catch him Trollin' dirty

[@solitary2]

Trash

[@ProlificPops]

It's crazy how many great, well written characters one series can have. Togashi is a genius writer. I aspire to be like him.

[@fisticuf]

Props for playing Kefka's theme in the background. Excellent choice for Pariston's character.

[@Heatranoveryou]

"I love it when a plan comes together"

[@arthurgomes5188]

One of the reasons i like pariston as a caracter so much it's because he did'nt do all he did because he wanted power or some other generic vilanous reason, he just did'nt want to get bored, that's his hole motivation wich on paper it may sound stupid but honestly makes him a very interesting character because that means that he is capable of metaphoricly shooting hinself in the foot for shits and gigles and that whould not be out of character for him

[@conanfan1412]

There aren't many villains/antagonists I "love to hate". Characters I love like Hisoka and Meruem have qualities that I can genuinely respect, despite the horrible things they've done..... But dear god do I love to hate Pariston. He and Freeza are the epitome of that phrase to me.

[@testtest-vz8oj]

Frieza is horribly written and one-dimensional boring character.

[@adrithmanvik1853]

@@testtest-vz8oj he's more iconic than pariston tho. No need to shit on DBZ togashi himself took a lot of inspiration from toriyama.

[@everygrillindude5317]

Ok this is epic

[@zackariahjeanyudah7779]

Hunter Hunter needs a comback.

[@marlom7882]

John Phantom it really does no matter how short it is

[@Schizophrenic0]

@@LeandroLopez-qd2pt it rly is not its ongoing for 2 months a year ....

[@peacebeuponus24]

@@LeandroLopez-qd2pt yessir u right

[@samuwaizu5298]

Christmas has come early! 😍 I’ve been waiting for a video on Pariston, he is one of my favorite characters because he is a legit troll and a true hunter (in regards to getting his “target” to act how he wants it to). Reading about him in the Dark Continent arc has me so hyped for Togashi’s plans with Pariston, Ging and their interactions with one another later on. He is brilliant in his presentation of his characters it’s really something if taken the time to think about the vast cast of Hunter x Hunter. Thank you for another brilliant analysis video!

[@Aleczandxr]

Thanks for watching! Merry Christmas :)🎄🎁

[@dantecrottogini529]

Can't wait to see Pariston in the manga again

[@MrTurtleThief]

I'm so glad you spoke on Pariston, I feel like he's symbolic of the kind of writing I enjoy from Togaki. I don't think it would be possible to have an Election Arc in a shounen unless you know how to not only an intelligent thought process, but implementing that intelligence in a completely non-action oriented scenario and keep it just as exciting and engaging. !SPOILERS! I kinda wish you spoke on their scenes in the introduction to the Boat Arc, where they are pursued by the mercenaries. The whole charade was set up to see Ging's ability, but because he thinks like Pariston he knew to deal with the situation without giving any clues to what his ability might be (plus it showed off his skill of mimicking any punch-type ability he sees). If I recall, that's when Pariston wonders what he would do to someone he hates. Anyway I'm gonna go on a tangent, great video as always.

[@Aleczandxr]

Yeah, I didn't feel any need to go into those specifics because I thought they were general dynamics of the relationship between the two for which there were numerous enough examples. But yeah, that's one of them for sure. Anyways, glad you enjoyed the video.

[@rkldr]

djdjdj

[@DefinitelyAzyn]

The likes of Pariston & Hisoka make this series even more interesting, can't wait for these 2 to interact at some point in the manga hopefully during the Dark Continent arc

[@Bruno-qf7dz]

I stumbled on your channel by luck Your analysis and opinion of Pariston Hill is beyond remarkable and it highlights your attention to detail,the unimaginable amount of effort in describing him & the insights in your on thought process. All I can say is SENSATIONAL WORK

[@Aleczandxr]

Thank you very much!

[@22noash]

i can’t be the only one who kinda likes his character. he is here for the thrill and truly doesn’t care about results, he just wants to troll people. even though it doesn’t seems like that, and he jokes a lot, he is smart and other than ging, he is one step ahead of the rest of the zodiacs. in the manga he tells ging that he loves when people hates him, that it makes them happy, and then that it makes him happy to hurt those people. he is a terrifying character when you think about it, and going seriously against him would probably be insane

[@aerieleah533]

My favorite thing about Pariston is how he really did get under my skin: the way he would make his seat the most important. Whether it's being late and then dragging his seat to the head of the table or insisting on sitting upon a more oppulant seat than his fellow candidates, it really pushed the idea that he thinks pretty highly of himself. He's also interesting because, honestly, he barely interacts with the protagonists. Leorio does not seem to recognize or care about his games. He's, rightly, more worried about Gon and didn't actually want to get into a pissing contest with Pariston. And Gon just flat out says Pariston should be chairman and leaves, barely giving the elections a thought in wake of worrying over Kite and meeting his father. Their personal lives barely touch Pariston.

[@overweightgerbil6747]

Watching these videos makes me feel more aware of myself and those around me in a strange way.

[@Mhopson968]

Pariston is probably one of my favorite characters. Every time hes on the page is exciting, just to see what sort of twisted games he can run around people while keeping up his facade. Its endlessly entertaining, and he's one of the most intriguing characters. If he's this good at mind games imagine what his ability is like 😂 i cant wait to see more of pariston. Dude was so fun to watch i didnt even realize he was a villain until after the arc

[@yomanshaman304]

Truly amazing. This brilliant analysis made me see some points I missed and it makes the arc much more enjoyable.

[@Aleczandxr]

Many thanks, brilliant to hear that.

[@JoshuaHenelyThornhill]

Maaaaannn I missed you so much and I'm so happy to see you back in the game. Regarding the video I cannot stop thinking about the fact that I'm just jealous of Paris ton because he is just like Jin, someone of such an intellect that whatever he does people can't stop themselves to be amazed and to look in their directions. At the end of the day, they are both just two incredible geniuses in their organisation and despite others being specialists in their fields, which doesn't always means genius, dangerous cannot rival these two in terms of sheer talents. I just freaking love Pariston and Ging in the same way and I can't wait to see what's the future's gonna bring for us about them. Anyway dude as always you're the best and I just love every thing you do and I wish you the best and especially a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year bro!!! Take good care of yourself!! #WESTAN

[@Aleczandxr]

All the best wishes for the holidays, my man! Thanks as always!

[@os_wand]

People usually and totally misunderstand Pariston character existence and goal. In reality, Pariston, Askeladd (Vinland Saga) and Griffith (Berserk) are the three most original, real, complex and audacious anti-hero/villain characters that I have ever seen in anime/manga (shonen/seinen) and they're in my top list of any media too. And each one at their own way. But Pariston is another proof of how much of a genius Togashi really is

[@mcqn0400]

Pariston is very similar to Shakespeare’s Iago

[@Tj_bandz]

Your videos are really deepening my understanding of analytical essays for my AP English class. Thank you so much bro for making me feel smarter 🙏🏻

[@Aleczandxr]

Glad you enjoyed mate.

[@qlementin]

An absolute masterpiece of a video, as your HxH videos usually are. You've inspired me to rewatch the series and reminded me why it is and always will be the best series I've ever watched.

[@Aleczandxr]

Thank you very much, and if I can inspire a rewatch then I've done my job :)

[@Imsaun]

Hell yeah dude another bangin video! Love your hunterxhunter videos man You are light

[@Aleczandxr]

Thanks much pal!

[@Awesomsimity]

Ive just realised, is his name a play on Paris Hillton

[@godlike3591]

I often find it hard to find videos or works of art which rivals my own in quality but this video literally ticks all the boxes. I’ve watched this video at least 35 times. Pariston hill is the best HXH character. You’ve hit gold this time. 10/10

[@henlowschmitty8097]

Truly your best video title so far, great work! It's nice to see Pariston being discussed.

[@Aleczandxr]

Cheers.

[@Avengedtenfold]

The best Hunter x Hunter video creator makes a video on my favorite antagonist of the series. The only think I'm upset with is youtube taking almost a day to let me know this video happened.

[@Aleczandxr]

KZbin can never give me a break..

[@sammydray5919]

That Final Fantasy music elevated this analysis to a whole new level!!!!! Brilliant video!!!! Such an underrated character 😊😊😊

[@Aleczandxr]

Thank you!

[@curtisadams6727]

Another amazing video love how you go in depth with this series it's my fav. shonen

[@Aleczandxr]

Thanks much.

[@GigiGaga182]

Early Merry Christmas to me

[@Aleczandxr]

Thanks for watching! Happy holidays!

[@itsmekarima]

I laughed so hard when he gave it all up. I both hate and love sociopaths of his caliber. Jarring yet tantalizing

[@lolosh99]

I liked pariston as a character/antagonist ? Rival is a better word He was pretty mischievous I loved it

[@philemonevans1814]

By definition he was an antagonist for the election arc. He isn’t a typical antagonist, he’s still a hunter (the “good guys”, even tho Togashi deconstructs this stereotype) and shows affection for Netero and his ideals. However, an antagonist by definition is a character who “creates change” of which the protagonists have to overcome. And by this definition, Pariston is definitely a (minor) antagonist

[@geebekay8275]

Been waiting for this one. I even recall requesting it in the past :) Very well done. It was worth the wait

[@Aleczandxr]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed.

[@singulariteas]

HELL YES i've been waiting for a pariston video for so long!!! he's such an interesting character

[@ratthapolsupasopon921]

I HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS ONE!

[@davidsabillon5182]

What a pleasant surprise, Early Xmas! Thank you

[@Aleczandxr]

Thanks for watching! Happy holidays.

[@hteteaindraykyaw996]

11:28 that part of your analysis hit my heart hard. It is so touching. Made me feel emphathy for Pariston's feeling toward Netero.

[@superxcrazy3958]

Yes! Been waiting on this one for a while lol. Amazing video! Pariston has definitely been interesting and I've been liking his character quite a lot.

[@Aleczandxr]

Thanks!

[@manthe3711]

Can't wait for the Hunter x Hunter 2046 anime to see where Pariston will do next!

[@TheRandomThings23]

What do y'all think Pariston's Nen ability is going to be

[@filipivanov1606]

Hard to tell excately what, but he is most likely manipulator and specialist

[@solitary2]

Filip Ivanov It’s actually be a good subversion of expectations if he wasnt a manipulator

[@wildefice1]

@@solitary2 would be absolute hilarity if he was actually an enhancer XD would be a major subversion of expectations.

[@gizel4376]

i'll say transmuter, manipulation or specialist, but i think from what we know, specialist is better suit.

[@adityapathak5761]

Amazing video as always. I had some trouble understanding Pariston as a character, but your video cleared lot of stuff up. Amazing to see how wittily Togashi has included criticism of human society without making it come across as shallow or superficial, perfectly blending it within the arc. Many thanks for making this video.

[@Aleczandxr]

Many thanks for watching, mate. I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@UndecimeBeatitudo]

The worst foe is not a relentless exterior usurper, but the interior two-faced patron, whom we put all of our trust in.

[@Gaseumane]

I was expecting a 'Pariston/Sheila' theory from this video. That theory was mad brilliantly done by 'that' theorist. Still, this video is one of a kind!

[@Crawji]

The essence of trolling is ironic nihilism, believing nothing mathers, accepting that fact, and then finding all forms of seriousness funny

[@solitary2]

That’s that not what nihilism is, nor is that even what the essence of trolling is.

[@platinumorange1034]

@@solitary2 Mr troll teach us what trolling is

[@raygreen2134]

the essence of trolling differs in all circumstances

[@nickstratan2870]

A long-awaited video. Thank you so much for this.

[@Aleczandxr]

Thanks for watching.

[@chrollodluffyy]

been watching your content for a while now. you analyses are some of the best ive seen on youtube and HxH happens to be my favorite story. keep doing what your doing and youll always have mine and many others support my dude!

[@Aleczandxr]

Much appreciated, that's very kind of you!

[@ouassimzayani8806]

When pariston won the election he quit straight after thats how much of a troll he is

[@YonkoJay]

Another 11/10 video, enjoyed!

[@Aleczandxr]

Thanks!

[@jacobhicks3339]

Wow your thesis was gold, I didn't realize it at first, but you do actually get the character and how he's a mouth piece for togashi and it's wonderful to know other fans appreciate the subtleties of his character.

[@Aleczandxr]

Many thanks.

[@jake_hicks]

Very good video. Analysis and characterization of the story was again spot on. Keep up the good work and keep posting amazing videos

[@Aleczandxr]

Thanks very much.