Frustrated but determined, the duo decides to head to , the city of magic where they can buy the spell cards they desperately need. Their journey across the island reveals its RPG-like brutality:
While they manage to fend off one thief, a larger group led by eventually surrounds them and takes the card. This moment serves as a wake-up call for the boys: Greed Island is less about raw combat and more about mastering complex card mechanics and strategy. The Journey to Masadora Hunter x Hunter 2011 (Dub) Episode 62
In episode 62 of Hunter x Hunter (2011) , titled "," Gon and Killua dive deeper into the dangerous and surprisingly intricate world of Greed Island. This episode marks a major turning point in the arc, shifting from curiosity about the "game" to the harsh realization of its lethal reality and the introduction of a legendary mentor. The Rock-Paper-Scissors Tournament Frustrated but determined, the duo decides to head
The episode kicks off with Gon and Killua competing in a rock-paper-scissors tournament. This isn't just for fun—the prize is the . Killua manages to win the final round and secures the card in his binder. However, their celebration is short-lived as they are immediately confronted by other players who realize the boys are "noobs" without defensive spell cards. The Journey to Masadora In episode 62 of
The boys are effectively "shaken down" by NPCs, losing most of their clothes and remaining money, leaving them in a precarious state as they continue their trek.
Episode 62 is a masterclass in world-building. It perfectly balances the lightheartedness of a "game" with the underlying tension that everything—even the NPCs—is designed to test or kill you. Fans on Reddit often highlight Bisky’s arrival as one of the best moments in the Greed Island arc, setting the stage for the legendary training sequences to come.
In a scripted game event, the boys encounter a village suffering from a spreading disease. While Gon is eager to help, the villagers "conveniently" ask for the exact amount of money the boys have left, highlighting the game's calculated nature.