Summary
Hunter x Hunter’sGon is one of the mosticonic young shonen anime protagonistsdue to his free-spirited and kind persona. Gon, hailing from Whale Island, becomes an immensely powerful hunter, even at such a young age, similar to his father, Ging Freecss. Gon shows great hunger and intensity in battle, striving to improve throughout every arc in the show through his Nen abilities.
While traveling around with Killua, Leorio, and Kurapika, Gon goes from strength in battle to strength in personality when meeting new people. Due to Gon’s friendly nature, he often befriends the characters he meets, no matter the circumstances.
9Zushi
Wing’s Student Alongside Gon
Zushi is introduced as Wing’s student, later joined by both Gon and Killua in Wing’s lessons. All three aretaught the basics of Nenunder Wing’s guidance, as he is a proficient Nen teacher. Gon and Zushi immediately hit it off due to their similar ages and positive attitudes towards learning.
Zushi has an honest but respectful personality, making him an excellent fit for Gon. Zushi understands the strength difference between himself, Gon, and Killua but still aspires to reach their level someday. He looks up to Gon and doesn’t let his ambition turn to jealousy.
8Knuckle
Gon’s Compassionate Friend
Knuckle entersHunter x Hunteras Morel’s student alongside Shoot. Knuckle and Gon initially face off to join the upcoming expedition into the Chimera Ant-infested NGL. Despite all his preparation, Knuckle defeats Gon, although Knuckle admires his opponent throughout their fight. Despite showing an aggressive side, Knuckle at heart is very emotional, making him an interestingand underrated character.
Due to the threat level of the Chimera Ants, Gon and Killua are brought into the fold despite losing the fight with Knuckle, with Gon playing a central role in the palace invasion alongside Knuckle and others. Gon’s friendship with Chimera Ant Meleoron leads to Gon connecting him with Knuckle. This spawns a new friendship that becomes an influential force against the Chimera Ants during the palace invasion.
7Bisky
Gon’s Strict Nen Teacher
Biscuit Kreuger, or Bisky, is introduced during the Greed Island arc. Bisky is Wing’s Nen teacher, and Wing was Gon’s first teacher, which shows her hunter experience and level. Despite appearing to be a young girl,Bisky’s proper form is that of a muscular middle-aged womanwho is immensely strong.
While Gon and Killua play Greed Island, a dangerous video game, Bisky accompanies them. In Greed Island, Gon is very receptive to Bisky’s strict training, with both characters seemingly enjoying each other’s company. Even when Gon is on the verge of death after the Chimera Ant arc, Bisky visits his bedside, showing she cares for her friend Gon.
6Palm
Gon’s Admirer
Although mad and obsessive, Palm is a character that adds a lot toHunter x Hunter. Palm initially teams up with Gon and Killua to beat Knuckle and Shoot, with the winner joining the Chimera Ant expedition. With Gon and Killua not up to the required standard to win that fight, Palm becomes extremely threatening towards the pair, often threatening to kill them if they do not win their duels.
Palm and Gon’s relationship develops due to Gon’s kindness, making Palm fall in love with him, and resulting in the two going on a date set up by Gon. Even whenPalm is transformed into a Chimera Ant, she still cares for Gon and his health, especially after his near-death experience.
5Meleoron
Gon’s Chimera Ant Friend
Gon is introduced to the Chimera Ant Meleoron during the Chimera Ant arc. After the hierarchy of the Chimera Ants falls into chaos, Meleoron begins to stalk Gon, observing him from afar. Meleoron does this to learn about Gon and see if he would be receptive to being friends with him, as he seeks revenge for Peggy, his father from his human life, who was killed by the newly born king Meruem.
Once Meleoron introduces himself to Gon, the pair hit it off as both begin to trust each other due to their similar goals. Gon and Meleoron are later involved in the palace invasion, playing an integral role in the proceedings.
4Kite
Ging’s Student
Kite was the student of Ging Freecss, Gon’s father. Gon initially meets Kite when he is a young child on Whale Island, with Kite saving him from danger. Being Ging’s student, Kite is exceptionally strong and he takes Gon and Killua under his wing during the Chimera Ant arc. He and Gon warm to each other due to their obvious connection with Ging, with Gon admiring Kite’s strengthand Nen ability, Crazy Slots.
While in the NGL, Kite seemingly dies to Neferpitou. Gon, feeling guilty about his death, vows to avenge Kite. When Gon faces Neferpitou, he exacts revenge by transforming into a powerful older version of himself, killing Neferpitou due to his increased strength and power caused by losing his friend Kite.
3Kurapika
Gon’s Friend From The Beginning
Kurapika joins Gon in the first episode alongside Leorio as they embark on a journey to the Hunter exam. After initial frustration with each other, Kurapika and Leorio become friends thanks to Gon’s positivity and bravery.Kurapika is an intelligent character and an excellent Nen user, with his Nen abilities made explicitly for taking out the Phantom Troupe. From very early on, Kurapika and Gon hit it off, with Kurapika immediately seeing Gon’s potential as a hunter.
Throughout the Hunter exam, Gon and Kurapika work together to progress and eventually pass the exam. Later in the Yorknew City arc, Kurapika leads the story as he hunts down the Troupe. To support Kurapika, Gon actively helps in the mission, showing their strong bond.
2Leorio
Gon’s Stubborn Friend
Leorio is one of Gon’s best friends, as well as beinga member of the Zodiacs. Gon and Leorio meet on the trip to the Hunter exam, with Gon putting up with Leorio’s overconfident gimmicks. Despite Leorio’s stubborn personality, Leorio and Gon build a friendly relationship as Leorio admires Gon and his kind-hearted approach towards others.
When Gon is on life support after his battle with Neferpitou, Leorio is right by his side as he desperately pleads for Gon to make a recovery. In a fit of rage at his friend’s poor state, Leorio punches Gon’s father, Ging, due to Ging not visiting his son. This incident led to Leorio nearly winning the 13th Hunter Chairman Election, all due to his caring attitude towards his dear friend Gon.
1Killua
Gon’s Best Friend
Killua Zoldyck is Gon’s best friend inHunter x Hunter. Since their initial meeting at the first stage of the Hunter exam, the pair have been inseparable throughout the story. Gon and Killua become friends due to their similar ages and power levels, with both hunters having extremely high potential. After Killua is disqualified from the Hunter exam, Gon travelsto the Zoldyck family estateto rescue his new friend.
Throughout the story, both characters lean on each other for development, with Killua becoming more friendly and less cold thanks to Gon’s friendship. In contrast, Gon becomes stronger thanks to Killua’s guidance and intelligence.
