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Yoshihiro Togashi’sHunter x Hunteris an all-time masterpiece that has been around for roughly 25 years. While going through multiple hiatuses due to the creator’s health, the series has still managed to maintain a consistently high level of quality, exploring ambitious storytelling that celebrates traditional battle shonen tropes while, at times, challenging them.
Even if they are not collectively as iconic as, say,One Piece’s Straw HatsorDragon Ball’s Z-Fighters,Hunter x Hunter’s charactersare nevertheless among the most recognizable in all manga and anime, and not just releases catering to the shonen demographic. If somebody is remotely familiar with Japanese animation, they will probably recognize Gon, Killua, and Hisoka.
Whether somebody is reading the manga or watching the 1999 or 2011 anime, they will quickly become enamored with the story’s most popular faces. Eventually, they might wish to know some information like “how old is Hisoka?” or just a general breakdown ofHunter x Hunterbirthdays. Let’s go through this data.
Updated on May 18, 2025, by Mark Sammut:Along with rewriting the intro and rechecking all the information, anotherHunter x Hunter characterhas been added: Silva Zoldyck.
This article is based on the anime, not the manga. So spoilers for the latter are kept to a minimum.
Hunter x Hunter Characters Birthdays, Ages, & Heights
Hunter x Hunter’s characters tend to walk the line between familiarity and originality. The story has quite a straightforward premise for battle shonen: Wanting to follow in his father’s footsteps, Gon leaves his island home to take part inthe hunter’s exam. Once there, he quickly makes friends with Killua, Leorio, and Kurapika, while attracting the attention of Hisoka.
This fairly ordinary introduction spirals into an epic that challenges storytelling conventions, all the while still being a rewarding battle shonen experience.
Let’s go through the basic information aboutHxH’s main characters. The characters' ages are listed at the time of their debut in the anime. Some charactersneverhave their age, birthday, or height officially established or mentioned in any canon material, which is indicated in the columns stating “Unknown.” Other characters have only their true age stated, but not an official birthday.
TheHunter × Hunter Hunter Association Official Issue: Hunter’s Guideis a great resource for this information.
Birthday Or Birthyear
12
May 5th, 1987
154 cm (5'1")
July 7th, 1987
158 cm (5′2″)
17
April 4th, 1982
171 cm (5'7")
19
March 3rd, 1980
193 cm (6'3")
Unknown (Likely Mid or Late 20s)
187 cm (6'2")
31
1967
110+
57
1942
22
1978
26
1972
177 cm* (5′10″)
159 cm (5'2.5")
28
183 cm (6 ft)
155 cm (5'1")
185 cm (6'1")
219 cm (7'2")
160 cm (5'3")
182 cm (6'0")
258 cm (8'6")
200 cm (6'6")
46
198 cm (6"6")
24
1975
150 cm (4'11")
23
1976 (Roughly)
162 cm (5'3.7")
Want to learn x Hunter’s characters? Then, read below to find sections dedicated to each personality.
Gon Freecss
Hunter
Gon is the happy-go-lucky, enthusiastic, and passionate protagonist inHunter x Hunter.He sets off on his journeyto become a Hunterto find his long-lost father. He meets many new people, makes close friends, and strengthens his mighty skills over his journey.
He has tall, spiky black hair and wears a quirky, little, green outfit. He has superhuman abilities, including incredible sight, smell, and taste. Gon begins the series as a ripe, young 12-year-old and ages a couple of years throughout his adventure, becoming a fully-fleshed Hunter in the process. While starting as a fairly standard shonen protagonist, Gon experiences quite a bit of hardship that challenges his optimism and naivety.
Killua Zoldyck
Killua is the best friend and closest companion to Gon. He has spiky, pure white hair, blue eyes, and wears baggy clothes.Killua is highly skilledand comes from a very powerful family, yet his friendship with Gon humbles him and makes him a fun person to be around. He is very cheeky, positive, and intelligent, and is great at analyzing any kind of situation.
He has a major sweet tooth and is obsessed with eating sugary snacks, specifically chocolate. Killua has a very complicated and traumatizing past that he has to overcome on his journey alongside his dear friend, Gon. Out of all theHunter x Huntercharacters, Killua is probably the most beloved and popular (except for maybe Hisoka).
Kurapika Kurta
Hunter & Phantom Troupe
Kurapika is the last surviving member of his clan, a factor that makes it hard for him to open up to others. He is highly skilled and is worthy of his title as a Blacklist Hunter.
He has feathery blonde hair and wears a decorated tabard over his white training suit. Kurapikastruggles with lonelinessand guilt, resulting from the deaths of his clan, but he learns to let new, cherished people into his life as his story progresses. Although still young, he has a lot of great experience under his belt, and he is far more manipulative and cutthroat than might initially appear to be the case. Kurapika disappears from the anime for entire arcs; however, when featured, he tends to not only leave an impression but also take center stage.
Leorio Paradinight
Leorio is a Rookie Hunter who starts the series as a tall, boastful man with big monetary goals. He has the appearance of a masculine guy much older than he actually is. Some characters mistake him for an “old man” before he can clarify that he is still in his teenage years, being only 19.
Leorio says he wants to become a Hunter for money and shamelessly values wealth and material success; however, that is mostly just a smokescreen, and he primarily wants to use the resources offered by the Hunter Association to achieve his goal of becoming a doctor. He has a good heart underneath his narcissistic outer layer, and truly just wants to make friends and save lives as a doctor who helps the poor.
While technically a main character due to being part of Gon’s inner circle of friends, Leorio is mostly relegated to a supporting figure who only has a hand to play in a few arcs. That said, he returns in a big way during the election for the next Hunter Chairman, a saga that sets up big things for Leorio’s future.
Hisoka Morow
Thisrecurring antagonistis an incredibly skilled Hunter and former member of the Phantom Troupe. Hisoka is pretty arrogant and wacky, with very sadistic and bloodthirsty pleasures. His ultimate satisfaction comes from fighting strong Hunters and killing people on his power level.
Hisoka dresses like a crazy, ugly clown because he acts like one. He plays a huge role in most of the arcs in the anime, playing as both a major antagonist and a supporting character depending on the situation in the story. Hisoka’s obsession with Gon produces some ofHunter x Hunter’s most memorable and disturbing moments, and their rivalry serves as a constant throughline across the series.
Although tied to Gon, Hisoka has an identity beyond the main character, and he is allowed to flourish as a member of the Phantom Troupe.Hunter x Hunteremphasizes that characters are always evolving even when their lives are not chronicled directly.
Ging Freecss
Ging is the long-lost father of Gon. He is a Double Star Ruins Hunter with insane physical abilities. He’s not much taller than Gon even though he is much older. He has a childlike personality, with very carefree and wild tendencies.
Ging is clearly not a very good parent to Gon, having left him alone and not openly caring for his wellbeing at all. He cannot handle being a father and doesn’t do a good job teaching Gon lessons as a father should. For the most part, Ging exists to drive his son forward, serving as a goal to chase. That said, he starts to morph into a proper character during the 13th Hunter Chairman Election arc.
Isaac Netero
Hunter Association Chairman
Isaac Netero is the 12th chairman of the Hunter Association and leader of the Exam Commission. He is very old, over 120 years to be exact! He was renowned for being one of the strongest Nen users in his youth and continued to bejust as massively powerfulin his old age.
Netero is very extravagant and exuberant, with a very loud and quirky personality. He seems like a crazy old man, but he is very wise, selfless, and respected. After the Hunter Exam arc, Netero reemerges as a key figure during the Chimera Ant saga, resulting in arguably the best fight in Madhouse’s anime adaptation.
Kite
Kite is a character with two very different forms over their appearance in the series. They first lived their life as a skilled male Hunter who trained under Ging. They then died and were reincarnated asa female Chimera Ant. Their heights and ages aren’t explicitly detailed in the series, but it is assumed they were in their mid-20s when they died. Kite is very talented with weapons and has enhanced endurance, speed, and intellect.
Although somewhat poorly handled by the 2011 anime adaptation, Kite was unquestionably the most important figure in Gon’s childhood, not only saving his life but also setting him on the path to becoming a hunter. The manga establishes Kite’s role in shaping Gon early on, but the 2011 anime showed this part far later in the story.
Biscuit Krueger
Don’t let her appearance fool you, this wacky character is a Double Star Stone Hunter with immense skill and strength. Biscuit Krueger, referred to as “Bisky”, is a very beautiful and youthful woman on the outside, but she is actually 57 years old and super buff and burly in her true form.
She wants to be seen as a small and fragile-looking porcelain doll but can fight like themuscular, mighty womanthat she truly is. Biscuit serves as Gon and Killua’s mentor, and she puts them through the wringer after they become proper hunters. While not appearing extremely frequently, Biscuit is one ofHunter x Hunter’s most important characters.
Palm Siberia
Hunter (And Chimera Ant)
Palm might not be a majorHunter x Huntercharacterin the grand scheme of things, but she certainly makes the most of her limited screen time. Seemingly inspired by Japanese horror icons likeThe Ring’s Sadako Yamamura, Palm’s haunting aesthetic tends to catch the eye of everyone around her, and she immediately left an impression on Killua and Gon. Infatuated with her sensei, Knov, the woman can get distracted fairly quickly, and she does not react particularly well to an aggressive tone.
Despite being the exact opposite of discreet as her usual self, Palm is surprisingly great as an undercover agent, which she uses to somewhat decent effect during the Chimera Ant operation. Unfortunately, she is eventually caught and turned into an ant, a situation that strips back her big personality.
Chrollo Lucilfer
Phantom Troupe
Chrollo is the founder and leader of the Phantom Troupe. He has short black hair and a thick cross on his forehead. He is confident due to his impeccable skills and is very serious and collected.
He has no fear of death and does everything to keep the Troupe functioning and together. He is cold-blooded and contributes to heartless murders alongside his Troupe. Chrollo is a very complicated and crucial character in the story.
Machi Komacine
This pink-haired lady is the #3 member of the Phantom Troupe. She never shows much emotion and always keeps her cool. She wears her hair pulled up most of the time and wears traditional Japanese clothing.
She is very loyal to the people most important to her and will use her strength to protect them. Machi is a great thief andworks alongside Hisokain multiple arcs in the series.
Nobunaga Hazama
Nobunaga is the #1 member of the Phantom Troupe. Though his strength is ranked ninth in the group, his abilities and strategies make him a powerful antagonist.
He typically wears a Japanese-style robe and has his black hair tied up into a top knot. Though a villain, he is typically rather kind and friendly with Gon and Killua, smiling at them and inviting them to be a part of their Troupe. He is very loyal to his group and his cause.
Feitan Portor
Like the last two characters, Feitan is in the Phantom Troupe. He is the #2 Troupe member and an experienced thief. He reigned as the group’s de facto leader until Chrollo’s return. He is pretty short, standing only just above 5 feet, but his strength and speed don’t suffer from that.
Lean and muscular, Feitan is a physical specimen with barely anything resembling a moral compass, which makes him the perfect member to carry out the Phantom Troupe’s torture sessions when they are required. He does whatever he can to help protect and strengthen his group, and gets along well with the other members.
Phinks Magcub
Most Phantom Troupe members only get a few moments to shine in the 2011Hunter x Hunteranime, but they make every second content. Phinks is one such character. He does not do that much during the show, and he can come across as the typical hothead who is constantly looking to exert his dominance. However, he is also just kind of cool, and his dynamic with the other Troupe members is oddly endearing in amurder familytype of way.
Hunter x Hunteris fantastic at making even minor characters feel like they have incredible stories that are just waiting to be uncovered. There is no such thing as fodder henchmen who are just there to be bodies for the heroes to overcome. Phinks is not necessarily a great character, but he has the opportunity to become one.
Franklin Bordeau
Very clearlyinspired by one of literature’s greatest monsters, Franklin gives off the appearance of a hulking behemoth, naturally suggesting that he has more brawn than brain. While not necessarily the thinker of the group, this Phantom Troupe member is pretty smart overall, and he is pretty darn good at managing other people.
Like all of his companions, Franklin would die to ensure the Phantom Troupe’s survival, and he is willing to do anything to ensure its future. Except for Chrollo, he is specifically committed to the group rather than the individual members. That’s not to say Franklin hates everyone else, but they are expendable if they become a problem.
Shizuku Murasaki
Compared to otherPhantom Troupe members, Shizuku can be a bit inconspicuous. For the most part, she looks and dresses like an ordinary person, which funnily enough causes her to stand out among her more eye-catching teammates. She is also relatively soft-spoken, in the sense that she mostly maintains a steady tone and is more than willing to fade into the background if her input is not required.
Do not be fooled by her college student fashion sense, Shizuku is an unflinching killer with a (mostly) ice-cold heart. Except for her partners, she does not care a single bit about anyone else, and she is more than happy to eliminate somebody if they are being a nuisance. While a capable fighter who can hold her own against most mid-tier opponents, her contributions primarily lie in her ability to keep hidden the Phantom Troupe’s presence.
Pakunoda
Initially, Pakunoda can come across as one of the least important Phantom Troupe members, largely thanks to her role being more about reconnaissance and support than direct action. However, her relevance gradually grows throughout the Yorknew City arc, eventually becoming a key player in Kurapika’s journey to take out the Phantom Troupe. She also plays a central role in (somewhat) humanizing the other Troupe members, bringing them together in a way that shows they properly care about each other.
In terms of personality, she is not particularly loud, but she radiates maturity and confidence. In a fun little subplot, Pakunoda strikes up a slightly weird friendship with Gon and Killua, or at least she grows a bit fond of the two children.
Uvogin
A muscleheadwho enjoys fightingand, to an extent, killing, Uvogin is not the most complex Phantom Troupe member, but he is still pretty memorable. Loyal to the group’s cause and willing to follow Chrollo to the ends of the world, Uvogin is simultaneously straightforward but also quick on his feet. He is the type that prefers to improve during battles rather than stick to pre-formed strategies, and this method mostly worked in his favor since he is a combat prodigy.
While his time on the show is relatively short-lived, Uvogin has quite a few great fights. His battle with four members of the Shadow Beasts is incredibly entertaining and represents the Phantom Troupe member at his best. Furthermore, his encounter with Kurapika is intense, revealing, and satisfying.
Chimera Ant Queen
Chimera Ant
Due to being overshadowed by the King and many of her soldiers, the character responsible for starting the entireChimera Ant arcis forgettable, mostly serving as a plot device to introduce way more interesting villains. Nevertheless, the Chimera Ant Queen is an important figure inHunter x Hunter, one that acts as almost a bridge between traditional “monster” shonen antagonists and Meruem’s more nuanced characterization.
Single-minded about ensuring the success of her children (mainly Meruem), the Chimera Ant Queen is an oddly tragic figure, despite not being particularly fascinating or likable.
Meruem
Meruem is the king of the Chimera Ants and arguably the strongest character inHunter x Hunter. Despite being born after the Royal Guards, Meruem was stronger and more intelligent than any other Chimera Ant. He was an arrogant individual who did not care about his allies or enemies.
Meruem underwent a change in personality after he met the intrepid Komugi. He was surprised to see her determination and lack of greed. When it came to strength, Meruem’s physical abilities were on a completely different level from other characters. He was able to take on the strongest Hunter quite easily, showing off his superiority.
Neferpitou
Neferpitou is one of thestrongest Chimera Antsand the first of the Ant King’s three Royal Guards. They look like a humanoid cat, with big furry ears and demarcated joints at the knees like ants.
Like a kitten, Neferpitou is very playful, wild, cheerful, and wacky. They are very loyal and fierce, as well as ready to protect their king with their life. They are tall and slim with long limbs like a nimble cat, with fluffy white hair and huge round eyes. Despite their appearance, Neferpitou is amongHunter x Hunter’s most detested characters, a villain who reveled and excelled in torture and suffering. They also inadvertently sparked Gon’s rapid growth in strength.
Shaiapouf
Another one of Meruem’s Royal Guard, Shaiapouf reeks of arrogance, just like Neferpitou. Both Chimera Ants believe entirely in their race’s superiority and are completely devoted to their ruler, as long as he does not deviate from their perception of what he should be.
Shaiapouf presents himself as calculated and cold, a being ruled by strategic thought and logic above everything else; however, that is mostly a front, and he can get quite emotional. He is arguably the least in-control member of the Royal Guard, and he can be extremely vicious when his buttons are pushed (which is not difficult to do).
Menthuthuyoupi
The Royal Guard’s obvious powerhouse, Menthuthuyoupi is a more complex character than he might initially seem to be. Similar to Shaiapouf and Shaiapouf, this Chimera Ant is completely devoted to Meruem, and he is willing to do anything for his King. That said, he gradually grows more independent and a free-thinker, contrasting with his original tendency to just do as he is told.
Silva Zoldyck
Zoldyck Family Patriarch
Although not featured that much in the anime, Silva is one of the most important figures inHunter x Hunter’s world. As the leader of the Zoldyck family, he is effectively considered to be the top assassin in the world, and his shadow looms heavily over his children.
While he certainly comes across as intimidating and not somebody to be messed with, Silva does not seem to be a particularly bad father, or at least, he appears willing to show some affection towards his children, particularly Killua.
Illumi Zoldyck
Zoldyck Family
Illumi Zoldyck is the eldest child of the Zoldyck family. He made his debut in the Hunter Examination arc, although he was wearing a disguise for the most part. Like all the other members of the Zoldyck family, Illumi is a talented assassin who has very impressive reactions. He has been trained to assassinate from a young age, which enabled him to gain superhuman strength and resilience.
Illumi also has incredible control over his body, allowing him to sleep for more than three days. In terms of personality, Illumi is cold and ruthless. He is motivated by his own desires and is willing to go to great lengths to achieve them.
Kalluto Zoldyck
Zoldyck Family & Phantom Troupe
Kalluto Zoldyck is the youngest member of his family, but he is still way more talented than most characters in the series. Despite his age, Kalluto managed to join the Phantom Troupe, a nefarious organization that is filled with incredibly powerful individuals.
Kalluto is trained in the ways of the assassins, and he has participated in many high-level missions with the rest of his family. Hisweapon of choice is his paper fan, which he uses to launch scathing attacks at his opponents. He has great control over his Nen, and he often uses it to conceal his presence from others and increase the power of his weapons. Kalluto’s skills have impressed the members of the Phantom Troupe, and it is obvious that with time he is only going to improve.
Mito Freecss
Gon’s Foster Mother
Mito Freecss is one of the most important characters in Gon’s life. When Ging left Gon at Mito’s place, she was more than happy to take care of him. She raised Gon in the best way possible, always trying to make sure that he didn’t go near danger. In many ways, she is Gon’s best parent.
Mito is a caring and loving person. It was because of his upbringing that Gon also inherited these qualities. Even after he grew up, Mito still cared about Gon just like a mother would. The latter has also said that Mito is the first person that comes to mind when he thinks of his mother.
