Is gon gay

1999 is........ just so that’s clear.

Throw in the incredible amount of subtext and gay moments in the show itself, like this for example. It's like the moment you say "gay", fans start scrambling for their holy water and start hissing. That’s the only logical explanation for why 1999 went absolutely crazy with the gay content : Togashi must’ve told them.

And okay, let’s assume that 1999 was a fever dream.

Which leaves two options : either Togashi found it funny that they interpreted the story as having gay undertones when it has none and let them do whatever they wanted, or he specifically told them straight off the bat that his manga was going to be queer. Is Killua gay? Their connection is marked by unwavering camaraderie and admiration for one another.

Throughout the series, Killua’s devotion to Gon reflects a profound sense of platonic love and loyalty as they navigate challenges together.

Killua must love Gon”.

I feel like that explains why not one, but the TWO anime adaptations decided to go apeshit with the gay content. From the director to the animators.

And at the end of the day, the canon material features a LOT of gay subtones, so I think it truly emphasizes that at least, 1999 version HAD to know where the story was headed, and decided to overplay it because they knew that at the end of the manga they’d be canon.

You don’t randomly make an anime gay for the sake of being gay. And this song was commissioned for HxH once again, the song uses male pronouns and Yuzu said that they wrote the song after their interpretation of their reading of the Chimera Ant Arc.

And like you said, the Hunterpedias !

I often hear dudebros say that “HxH 2011 was made by shippers and doesn’t represent canon material”.

It's pretty common in anime for characters to be person-sexual, in that they really only show love interest in one person and gender doesn't play a role. I’m mostly thinking about Killua’s story echoing Tanabata, the “Killua ja nakya dame nan da”, the “shinjuu” line, etc. Think of all those anime where the main girl has the hots for the main guy and no other guy.

Furthermore, there is no definitive proof within the series to confirm Killua’s sexual orientation.

Brotherly relationship with Gon

Killua and Gon share a deep bond grounded in friendship, companionship, and mutual respect. His close bond with Gon is often seen as more than platonic, but arguments exist that this relationship represents a deep friendship or brotherly love.

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Evidence from the Greed Island Arc

During the Greed Island Arc, evidence of Killua’s potential romantic feelings towards Gon can be observed, particularly through their interactions with the Rainbow Diamond.

on Dec. 31 and in select theaters. These feelings are subtly portrayed through his actions and words, painting a picture of deep emotional connection.

Their relationship forms the emotional core of the arc, showcasing not only their strengths but also the vulnerabilities that make their connection seem more intimate and complex than typical friendship.

Evidence from the Chimera Ant Arc

During the Chimera Ant Arc, Killua’s relationship with Gon becomes even more evident as they continue to support and care for each other.

It’s all the crew that worked on the anime adaptation. Like, it’s not just one animator. It’s not just any prize.

I might be talking out of my ass, but I feel like it’s mostly general knowledge in Japan that HxH is queer work. Let’s assume that it’s not an accurate representation of the spirit of HxH at all.

We talked about it with @/reeeyachi, and I really, really believe that Togashi told them where the story was headed.