SOS Bros React - HunterxHunter Episode 102 - A New Player Arrives...

[@4195phoenix]

Okay, if Gon and Meleoron end up pulling off this assassination of Meruem, I will be sooo happy!! Are there any important shonen fights you can think of that were resolved by true, one hit assassination?

[@neotekilla]

did you guys miss the part where gon said he has a better person for the job and that person being knuckle? Anyways great job as always!

[@lolugotowned59]

Meleoron immediately objected though, so it's fair to at least entertain the chance that he may remain paired with Gon.

[@tomasroque3338]

4195phoenix you just got introduced to HxH's best girl!

[@user-un-known]

4195phoenix Mistranslation strikes again. When Meleoron was talking about how he perceived Gon as monster, after being told himself seeming human, Meleoron said "sakai nante naiyouna monsa". Meaning, there's not much difference, not really. Meleoron said that he doesn't think there's much difference between a human and a monster.

[@DarkTug]

Umm........ One Punch Man ? On a more serious note, If you want a story with a short and decisive fight. I recommend Basilisk (specifically the manga). Unlike Naruto's ninjas whom capable of blowing up an entire mountain but leave their target intact. Ninjas in Basilisk are far more efficient, and brutal. Fight rarely last more than a few page, most of the time a few panels. A true ninja assassination style. Lastly, Basilisk's eye techniques will make Naruto's eye techniques look like a child play.

[@mard1_a]

Narrator: The King has no idea how this girl will effect his fate. Caleb and Jacob: *_*FURIOUSLY TAKING NOTES*_*

[@LuckeeStrikee]

**raises the pencil** "Will this be on the test?"

[@jonatassilva2605]

@@LuckeeStrikee *looks at how the arc ends and the heartbreak I feel to this day* *looks back at you* Yes.

[@nawll11]

brooo just seeing Komugi made me tear up wtf

[@thekingtserriednich9510]

the most beautiful character development begins! imo

[@dariathelazy]

Poor bros are so reluctant to assume HxH characters' genders at this point, it's kind of hilarious.

[@TriplePalindromous]

This is going to be a valuable asset in the next arc.

[@petertraicer]

And Alluka is not even here yet

[@bwLindahl]

Yes, a tactical Netero is very effective. And it can be interpreted as literally as you like.

[@evyatarmelnik5193]

wow +++++respect+++++

[@bear576]

TACTICAL NETERO INCOMING

[@jakobtrangsrud8264]

Best comment 😂

[@marykatemccann9006]

I WAS NOT READY FOR THIS COMMENT OML

[@Noboku]

This arc is beyond "genius storytelling".

[@slendernesia]

Wether or not this show has 'rewatch value' is a question that has been asked many times since (about) the Phantom troup arc. Most of it comes down to personal opinion but the fact that (this being my third time watching HxH) characters doing certain things or certain characters being introduced make me bawl like a war veteran remembering his army days is definetly proof of rewatch value

[@marykatemccann9006]

This is my fourth full watchthrough. I agree.

[@Gedof]

Fifth time here (as far as I remember). The only thing that really got kind of old by now is the opening, especially the chimera ants one.

[@alexeigarbuz8366]

Combining watching and reading I’ve experienced Hunter X Hunter more than 10 times, there is a ton of value in rewatching/rereading.

[@mrprotoman154]

On my seventh rewatch now. I'm shocked how binge worthy the Ant arc is

[@KingPeggy4]

48:44 actually if you notice, the girl has a stuffy nose. so her sense of smell isn't as keen.

[@ahmedskrill849]

AND now the arc begins XD

[@minch333]

Yep!

[@zikryzahari]

It feels like this arc is being divided by small arcs.

[@slyctonbits]

Yes, we can count like 'The Queen Chimera Ant arc / NGL', 'The King and the hunting of chimera ants/humans', and now this 3rd small arc.

[@leguan278]

The next 10 weeks is gona be awesome

[@99range92def]

The post episode break down was really on point, i'm super excited about future episodes and how this new character will fit into the story.

[@XraynPR]

"Tactical Netero" Can we make this a meme? Please?

[@corpesmen1830]

"If shes blind, she can't see him" I'm happy this was brought up and discussed but this one line was actually just hilarious to me

[@falkarios2944]

Dang it, why is waiting for these videos weekly harder to do than waiting for the actual episodes weekly? This channel is so freaken good.

[@MeiTanteixX]

I'm so satisfied that they mentioned Komugi's blind perspective of meruem's origin and being. I can rest peacefully.

[@jkebun]

definitely one of my favorite discussions. they are asking the right questions and my fears of them disliking narrator-san's involvement later are completely washed away. The fact that they are anticipating in what way the execution part of all this buildup will be handled makes me super excited.

[@vaginalarthritis1753]

Couldn't agree more! I've always held the opinion that HxH shouldn't be mindlessly binge-watched. Jacob and Caleb are taking their time with the episodes, adjusting their expectations to what they feel the tone is and will be but they're also having fun with the elements on screen.

[@jkebun]

exactly!

[@Csgo-beast]

if only there were more than 2 episodes a week :((

[@slendernesia]

If someone doesnt make them rewatch this discussion after the CA Arc I will personally visit them to tell them

[@PuuberZ]

She's coming....

[@kingragnarok7302]

Leave Meruem to her

[@Nanobite4]

Meruem: That definitive Gungi strike, and the snot she has built up to defeat me...*Meruem smirks smuggly* I guess I should respond!

[@Alex-yq1ci]

this reminds me of beerus saying he's coming in dbs episode 110

[@christopher8718]

I can't wait for episode 135

[@joster6268]

Nanobite4 is that a dbs reference

[@Kiluei]

These past two episodes were some of my favorite moments because of what they started. The introduction of Ikalgo and Meleron, some of the best HxH characters. AND the introduction of Komugi which also is an iconic character. All while Ikalgo starts his development, Killua is being developed, Gon is being developed, The King is being developed, Meloron is developing and the story starts taking on a new shape. These episodes all the way to the invasion and to the final episode of the arc are the heart of this arc. It's some of Togashi's best work.

[@daw1403]

58:40 The king can't be killed twice? We'll see Jacob, we'll see.

[@JustAway9]

The queen has arrived

[@Progretion]

Just Away r

[@paulamartinez7493]

42:14 ffs Caleb! What a perfect time to remember that xD. Fantastic discussion guys! 1:00:59 maaaan, you think like Togashi

[@WhackashitCollaborations]

And the pound 4 pound best girl arrives.

[@Tyler_45]

Cant wait this is where the arc starts skyrocketing for me in terms of greatness.

[@thunpooh]

When Jacob said that human is a virus and infects others species, I know you guys're gonna love Parasyte the Maxim. This anime holds great concept about human existence and humanity, very good characters set and development. I want to see you guys react to this anime too. (How to suggest it in their Patreon by the way?)

[@gregoryharrison160]

This discussion and the previous one were so good.

[@winterssunshine2342]

Even tough I knew Meleoron´s story, I still got chills when he said he remembered bits of his past. It´s such an interesting thing that some Ants starting to remember who they were before!

[@cavs25100]

Board Games x Board Games

[@99range92def]

Best girl has arrived.

[@oskar9633]

Dude, Machi arrived long time ago.

[@jonatassilva2605]

@@oskar9633 We're talking Komugi here bud, not trash.

[@zeemod1556]

Every episode, I'm just that much hype-er than the last for the next. Maybe my top 3 favorite characters entered the stage

[@F4m1LyGuy10]

Great discussion.

[@justindykes9774]

Incoming best episodes of the series

[@No8Named8Shadow]

Oh my god they did it! They did it!!!! Over an hour of glorious KZbin video!!!!!!!

[@evyatarmelnik5193]

THE POWER OF NEN.... magnificent as expected of hxh

[@Wotansfogal]

Many tears will be shed in the future

[@KingKien95]

lol the head cannon that they're making up for her is too funny 🤣

[@KVSoriginal]

One of your best discussions yet. You guys rock.

[@Alex-yq1ci]

Sucks that it's only 2 episodes a week as i believe this portion of the chimera ant arc should be binge watch for a better experience

[@vaginalarthritis1753]

How much do you want to bet this pace works to their favor? Not trying to be contradictory, but i noticed it allows them to digest the episodes better, get into the pace of the story so to speak.

[@marykatemccann9006]

I think it's different for everyone. When I first watched the series, this arc really dragged for me, and I binged it in a day or two. I think watching it with the episodes more spread out allows you to sit, digest, and take more out of each episode. Although, if they decided they wanted to do an episode a day, you wouldn't hear me complaining. I'd be all for that. But honestly, I'm just glad that they're enjoying the series so much.

[@vaginalarthritis1753]

That's also true, everyone has their own pace. It's just that i've seen a lot of reactions to this series and the ones showing the least fatigue with this string of episodes are those who are taking their time with the series. It's 148 episodes man, just have fun with the episodes! It's something a lot of people can't do binge watching cause they're too focused on quickly taking info so they can get to the next episode - then the cycle repeats itself.

[@janssonbarnet]

Tactical Netero and 58:32 xD Holy shit

[@lammymammy1]

spoiler smh my head, "Tactical Netero"

[@Dylan-pq3ny]

135. 135! 135!! 135!!! *135!!!!!*

[@SolidSnake240]

MitsukiIsMyFather so far away lol. But im excited for 111-114

[@kaylenvee8150]

34:00 Look at the morph of expression on Caleb's face XDD

[@xavmanisdabestest]

If knov teamed up with meleoron too they could do some mad hit and run tactics. Come through a portal hit the king without him knowing go through another portal before he realises then rinse and repeat, or if he some how starts to realises he's taking damage from an outside source knuckle just in the corner by a portal popping in and out when he needs to breath. OR just knov and Meleron he can do that portal thing to the kings head instant dismemberment gg no re.

[@Pepepper]

Knov's Scream technique was so broken that Togashi had to write him out of the remainder of the arc just to prevent that from happening.

[@koenma932]

Nope. The episode where Knov uses scream and decides to withdraw from the mission are the same!

[@Tylwth]

And now, imagine phinks teaming up with meleoron...

[@LuckeeStrikee]

Welp, I already started tearing up just at the sight of her. I guess I should have expected it.

[@fostane]

38:41 "They had them be blind. Perspectives that others don't _se--_ you know, have..." lol

[@jbriggs06]

Nen has to be consciously guarded against! Even someone as seeming op as the king needs to put up ten to defend against a nen attack or his insides are destroyed. This is why the troupe battle was important... It reminded us of that when Feitan used KO and got hit by that tiny nen attack so insignificant we couldn't even see it... He was fucked hard by that tiny attack... Imagine an enhancer hitting you unguarded in the freaking face while you're pooping... nothing would survive that if they were completely unguarded.

[@XraynPR]

did Meruem use Nen in his battle against Netero? I dont think he was "coated" in Nen, but we did see his aura sometimes

[@jbriggs06]

It's an animation quirk... The show ONLY shows people fully coated with ten when it was first introduced. After that it's implied that anyone using ren to charge before a fight has their ten up.

[@thegranddays4937]

The demon in a child's skin has entered the game

[@JPRussell297]

Their reactions and discussions from here on out should be particularly fun. They're going to love the interplay between her and the king.

[@amandoazmy1747]

This is where Hunter X will start to hit them hard as one of the best stories ever. It started now I guess or a couple of episodes ago.

[@DaichiNoKamii]

Holy fuck how did they even predict that Komugi would have a nen ability that makes her better at Gungi.

[@Scoundr3ll]

You guys will cry at least 3 times by the end of this arc.

[@CurrentSoulKing]

1. From Shoot's attempt vs Youpi and Knuckle's Revenge 2. Knov's breakdown 3. Killua witnessing Gon's transformation 4. Killua and Chimera Palm's interaction 5. Kumogi and Meruem :((( 6. Colt's sister reuniting with her family. That's a lot more than 3 lol

[@Scoundr3ll]

David Azmy 1. You should really put a spoiler warning at the top of your comment SPOILER 2. I was thinking Meruem and Komugi, Gon’s last jajaken, and the interaction between Gon and Pitou where he’s crying and yelling at her because she’s healing Komugi

[@captortn]

Discussion begins around 24:11

[@leakypeach6250]

9 episodes left...

[@DariaYoke]

I'm just so excited. This show is my favorite of all time. I'm glad to hear good input and reflection on it. :)

[@DevinC444]

tactical netero..... huh.... interesting.....

[@TocinoMX_]

komugi, one of my favorite female characters in anime :'v

[@OneGamer2EnvyThemAll]

Spending a good portion of my birthday watching SOS Bros.

[@subarusama5673]

31:12 Good luck with Nekopitou's En and Meleoron's lungs capacity... :P

[@thefool1188]

They already established that chimera ants remember their human pasts to varying extents…repeatedly The games are just a way for him to kill time, prity sure he mentioned that

[@xqiuvmah]

I'm glad they are finally seeing the parallel story threads between meruem and gon. Gon descends into darkness while the king rises to the light

[@supermonkeyCL]

from here on out every ep is going to kill me with enticipation

[@D96Fan]

1:01:25 a miniature... ro- I mean star, hmmmmmm

[@tfkrockhard]

Oh....they're in for a crazy and beautiful ride from here on out...great discussion!

[@karamm1054]

THEY ACTUALLY SAID NUKES LOL

[@AkiraN19]

47:23 *Caleb:* /Mind Blown/

[@silentloud]

goosebumps x goosebumps is coming..we in for a ride...

[@MM-vy4ch]

Hype x Hype

[@thedivinejake9600]

should we tell the mods that gyro isnt relevant and to show them the scene from the manga?

[@777MangaKing7771]

Yeah I still don't get why the anime left out the part where Gyro and Gon pass each other on the street. It just led to unnecessary confusion for anime onlys.

[@WhackashitCollaborations]

I vote they let them know about that right away. It'll mess with their heads unnecessarily. Unless someone can think of a good reason not to?

[@vaginalarthritis1753]

Not really a good reason not to, they'll (Caleb probably) rationalize the stuff with Welfin as him going on his own journey of identity. But only tell them afterwards, that'll do the least damage to their enjoyment overall. The only reason i think Madhouse did this, was because they were trying to make the show a more complete story cause of Togashi's health and the pace of the manga right now. However, they still try to entice the viewer to read it by mentioning the dark continent. Honestly it's one of the 3 changes i don't like about 2011.

[@777MangaKing7771]

I know the second change is probably the kite stuff left out, but what's the third?

[@caiustox]

That's because the Gyro is for something after the CURRENT manga arc, and god knows when and IF Togashi is gonna write it? There's no reason to the anime show that scene, Madhouse wanted HxH 2011 to have a ending.

[@yayagldz]

Alright everyone, Best Girl's coming!!

[@joshhaas7240]

Why does everyone always think the penguin is an owl ...

[@ivanbarrales5083]

The best of girls has joined the fray!

[@dominicgunderson]

Could we move to 3 episodes a week because the pace at the palace invasion slows a bit and even though it's really good it just slows for like 10 episodes.

[@Sesshomaru474]

Meruem is passing the time until the selection by playing games, they should of put that on this episode and probably not mention how his fate will be changed. Don't have to dumb it down for us, And I bet 1999 version wouldnt have if it went this far... Also remember attacking someone without nen to protect themselves, could potentially kill them. Jajaken should be able to kill the Meruem since he won't be aware of them.

[@sabbliz]

Nice reaction and discussion!

[@veloce5491]

that eagle tho. anybody get it?

[@veloce5491]

Skadewdle i think its the same eagle that attacks komugi

[@vaginalarthritis1753]

It is actually the same one that attacked Komugi. I have a theory that it was being manipulated by Netero to do recon, when it saw an unknown variable it tried to remove it. When that failed Netero just told Zeno to bombard the place without mentioning her.

[@veloce5491]

Vaginal arthritis Netero was surprised that komugi was there. He didnt know

[@vaginalarthritis1753]

Was he? I thought he was surprised at Mereum's care for her.

[@BennLuvsYou24]

Vaginal arthritis that’s a very good theory. Had the eagle succeeded though the mission would have failed

[@hehe-tw6jl]

i cant wait for them to react to the next episode i love this part

[@kaz_has_youtube]

*sees girl at the end* oh :/

[@Alexander-nu9qd]

Does anyone know in what episode will they watch the ending

[@cassiohenrique6815]

108 apparently

[@sammydray5919]

THE GUNGI CHAMPION IS HERE BITCHES!!!!!!!!

[@M3rett0]

CA arc begins!

[@wwpl8371]

Anyone know when they're watching the ending?

[@kassidyrodriguez7619]

ep 108

[@jere5233]

Kassidy Rodriguez It should be episode 123 for it to be 100% spoil proof free.

[@MrFatLipx]

Ww Pl What happens in 108 that makes them be able to watch it? I don't remember anything noteworthy from that point in the show.

[@kassidyrodriguez7619]

Jesus Rebolledo yeah idk that’s just what episode I heard they were gonna start watching the ending

[@kingofhearts642]

All I can think is that the ED has a lot of King/Komugi, and after 108 the direction of their relationship is pretty plain. Not sure about anything else.

[@jurbon]

They keep talking about Radiant Knights, I keep thinking of a certain book series.

[@jbriggs06]

You guys HAVE to react to the manga after this... you're soooo into hxh it'd be a shame to just stop after the anime...

[@mard1_a]

58:40 HA

[@dfpl2554]

And it starts...

[@Eileith_Edits]

57:55 wait wut

[@kilchil5438]

She's here

[@bear576]

53:08 and there it is...

[@xanon4210]

what word does Caleb say at 21:58? Sentai?

[@xanon4210]

Also, who is Toff?

[@eliselmidfort2790]

x anon I'm not sure what he said there, but Toph is a character from Avatar The Last Airbender.

[@xanon4210]

Ahh ok, thanks.

[@Shendue]

Okay, best character was just introduced.

[@PicaPolloGaming]

Wow you gusy are early today nice

[@JMyapiliscious]

jacob . i just watched mission impossible and you look like a young simon pegg

[@SolidSnake240]

9 more episodes til greatness.

[@MArturHP]

Komugi!

[@lunacysstraightjacket2121]

Came out today but comments say a week ago...🤔

[@alexeigarbuz8366]

Lunacy's Straightjacket It’s for the patreons, they see two episodes further in the future.

[@Pedropaulopoloni]

Best girl is here.

[@abhijithowal9025]

Hahaha they have no idea about what is about to come!!! That's the beauty of hunter x hunter! Great stories aren't predictable.! Even 2 genius brothers can't predict about what's going to happen.!!!

[@aspenlog7484]

tactical netero huh

[@Dr4gonDestroyer]

Good ol' spoler narrator :^)

[@danielrodrigues4903]

Did you guys really have to butcher the names of the Royal Guard whenever you talked about them? 🤦‍♂️ It feels like y'all weren't taking anything seriously.