Hunter X Hunter Season 3 Episode 3 < HOT | PLAYBOOK >

: This version focuses on the journey to the Hunter Exam site on a ship. Gon, Leorio, and Kurapika are the only ones who don't get seasick during a massive storm, impressing the Captain, who then reveals he is an examiner.

: Shortly after arriving, they are targeted by a senior player who uses a "Trace" spell on Killua. The episode establishes that while players are not supposed to kill each other, real deaths are occurring within the game. Hunter X Hunter Season 3 Episode 3

: They arrive in a green, open field and quickly realize the game functions on a complex Card System . Every object, spell, and monster can be turned into a card, and players must collect 100 specific cards to win. : This version focuses on the journey to

: Throughout the episode, a young girl—later revealed to be the pro-Hunter Biscuit "Bisky" Krueger —closely observes Gon and Killua, setting the stage for their future training. Alternative: Original 1999 Series The episode establishes that while players are not

: The duo travels to Antokiba , a town famous for its contests. They win a food-eating challenge to earn a prize, only to realize the "item" they won is essentially junk, teaching them about the card ranking system.

: They are invited to join a large group of players led by Nickes , who aim to clear the game through a collective monopoly on spell cards. Following Ging’s advice to "enjoy the game," Gon refuses the offer, preferring to play independently.