Victory X The Only Loser

The situation on the field became somewhat clearer.

Kurapika was not in good condition at this moment. The playing cards that had bounced back earlier were completely blocked by his left hand, so now Kurapika's left hand was full of cards.

Without timely treatment, this left arm would be no different from Hisoka's left leg.

But it was never truly severed; it was merely riddled with wounds.

Blood was dripping from his shoulder.

And on the other side Hisoka.

Standing on one leg, supporting his left leg, he doesn't look like a person with a missing leg at all.

Most people outside the arena thought the two had gone mad.

It was just a battle.

Anyone with common sense would know that the girl named Pons would inevitably suffer a regrettable defeat in this exam.

So it doesn't matter if I surrender, as long as I win the last battle against that girl.

But these two seemed to be engaged in a life-or-death duel.

They directly harmed their own bodies.

It's baffling that Kurapika looks at his left arm and doesn't seem to care about the injury.

No joke, sometimes you could suffer even more serious injuries on the Training Ground of the Nosra Manor.

With available medical supplies, trading blows for blows is their advantage.

He looked at Hisoka's legs.

Although it's unclear how they managed to seal the cut surface, this method effectively prevented blood loss and avoided worsening the injury.

And there's another advantage to this.

It can bring about extremely effective recovery for subsequent limb reattachment.

Others don't know.

Kurapika knew perfectly well that Hisoka had previously joined Chrollo in attacking the Pharmacy.

Later, he even secretly obtained a Member Card, so he definitely had [Repair Potion] in his possession.

With the addition of the guaranteed [Healing Potion], restoring a broken leg to its pre-break condition is a breeze.

Thinking about it this way, Kurapika felt inexplicably melancholy.

Uncle Kevin's medicine seems to have really changed a lot.

At the very least, it will get those with the medicine fighting, making the scene even more brutal.

"Then, let's continue."

Hisoka licked his lips, used the leg he was carrying on his shoulder as a weapon, and charged towards Kurapika with a single kick.

Maintaining distance makes your chances of winning slim; you must fight at close range and focus some attention on your opponent's right hand.

Kurapika suddenly stepped back and flicked his right hand, a streak of Flowing Light cutting through the air.

The Dowsing Chain pierced Hisoka's shoulder once again.

There's no escaping it; we have to finish this quickly.

Hisoka smiled, his heart filled with excitement. The feeling of dancing on the edge of a blade in battle swelled his desire.

However, when Kurapika tried to retrieve the Chain, he found that the previous situation had occurred again.

Hisoka applied a layer of Nen Aura to his chest and shoulders.

His Nen ability, [Stretchable Love], makes his Nen Aura like chewing gum, elastic and sticky, and when he is "hidden," it turns pink.

Although he couldn't cover his entire body with the cream, covering his chest was no problem at all.

Since we can't avoid it, we must restrain Kurapika's Chain.

Kurapika felt somewhat helpless seeing the current situation.

Unless you give up the attack, as long as your Chain sticks to the opponent, you will definitely be stuck.

Moreover, the opponent anticipated his attack direction.

With the Piercing Chain stuck, Kurapika could only use the Judgment Chain as a weapon to fight Hisoka.

The two exchanged blows, and it was difficult to quickly determine who was superior using physical skills alone.

Those on the sidelines could hardly imagine that one day they would see someone using their own thigh as a weapon to fight.

Hisoka attacked while simultaneously pondering.

It is certain that Kurapika has five fingers, so based on the form of the Chain, there are five functional Chain.

The fact that five Chain with different functions are manifested means that the function of each Chain is not outrageous.

The extremely fast Dagger Chain was likely primarily used for attack.

The Chain that was marked earlier was probably functional.

A person who wants to use five fingers for five different functions must want their abilities to handle most situations.

Confinement and detection are inevitable.

Those must be the functions of the other two types of Chain.

The last type of Chain.

Treatment?

No, the other party is from the Nosra Manor, Medicine Tube plentiful. Even the strongest healing can't surpass the power of those potions.

Hisoka, who has already experienced it, highly praises the potions, believing that powerful potions are no less effective than Nen ability.

If my assumptions are correct.

Therefore, the detection chain is useless in this battle.

A combination of restraint and a dagger should be the best pairing.

If two types of chains can be used simultaneously, why not use them?

One is poisoned and paralyzed, the other is imprisoned until the poison takes effect.

A perfect match.

So why not use it?

Is it necessary to use the marked Chain for the binding? Or are there any restrictions or conditions associated with the binding?

It should be the latter. Forced confinement is definitely not something that can be used arbitrarily just because it's one of the five functional chains. So what kind of restriction is it?

The stronger you are, the shorter the confinement period, so it's meaningless.

Nosra Manor has multiple Nen user, so they habitually fight in groups. Given the conditions of the restraining Chain, it makes perfect sense.

Hisoka felt he had roughly figured out Kurapika's Nen ability.

The unknown Chain is the most likely to influence this battle; it needs to be forced out.

With this thought in mind, Hisoka decisively canceled the Nen Aura he had prepared with chewing gum.

A large number of cards flew towards them.

He continued to swing his fists, and even threw out his leg, which he used as a weapon.

Using invisible Nen Aura, the severed leg seemed to be able to move on its own, walking around the field, circling to the side, and then soaring into the air towards Kurapika's side and rear.

The fight between the two had left the onlookers stunned, especially those examinees who were unfamiliar with Nen ability.

This battle undoubtedly revealed to them that those who had been separated from the group definitely possessed some special abilities.

Kurapika blocks and dodges.

Sure enough, I had become a little too proud.

A madman like Hisoka, who fights with the sole aim of killing himself, is a maniac born to fight.

Facing an opponent whose strength was no less than his own, and who was also fiercely engaged in the battle, he had no room to maneuver.

In other words, Hisoka, who has to go to great lengths to find an opportunity to fight Chrollo, must also give it his all.

Let's start with this one.

Kurapika decides to use his Fiery Red Eye.

Although every second of activation costs him an hour of life, Kurapika's confidence in that regard is absolute.

That is, as long as I activate my Fiery Red Eye, this battle will end in an instant.

The fact that it's 100% perfect across the board brings decisive power.

It won't waste a few hours.

Once the decision was made, Kurapika acted immediately.

The Fiery Red Eye state was activated on the spot, and the Nen Aura around his body began to surge.

The Chain on his hands disappeared and then reappeared.

Index Finger Chain appeared in his hand, the chain wrapping around his arm and around his palm.

Fist.

Hisoka tried to block it as he had done before, but his instincts told him that this attack was clearly wrong.

He quickly used both arms.

"Bang!"

What?!

The power of this punch exceeded his expectations, sending Hisoka flying like a doll. Hisoka immediately tried to deflect the force of the chewing gum stuck to his body.

This is a fatal flaw.

However, the opportunity has already passed.

The Chain flashed like a streak of Flowing Light, piercing Hisoka's chest even faster than before.

If you look at it now, you'll notice that the dagger has changed in appearance. The original triangular tip has become thinner and longer, and the hollow center allows you to see liquid flowing inside.

This is the Index Finger Chain in the Fiery Red Eye state.

At the Nosra Manor, Kurapika is constantly searching for his place in the world.

Especially after Uncle Kevin came back.

These core members naturally knew what Uncle Kevin's subsequent actions were aimed at.

Within this group, Kurapika accurately found his place.

A versatile person.

We need a versatile person who can be effective in different situations.

His power, from the very beginning, destined him not to be the one to deliver the final blow.

Therefore, the dagger he primarily used for attacks became a quick, deadly weapon that also released poison.

But he wasn't an assassin or a treacherous person, so his poison attack resulted in paralysis.

As his strength increases, the paralysis effect will become increasingly exaggerated.

When the Fiery Red Eye, the piercing dagger transforms into something resembling Syringe, injecting a paralyzing liquid into the enemy's body, with immediate effect.

In order to cooperate with Uncle Kevin.

The liquid inside can be replaced, but it is assumed to contain his Paralysis Toxin.

This allows his Index Finger Chain to be used as a treatment when necessary, enabling him to administer medication to others in emergencies.

He has completely embarked on the path of becoming a versatile individual.

The numbing liquid has now been injected into Hisoka's body.

Hisoka's eyes widened.

What happened?

The speed of this fatal blow completely exceeded his expectations.

Kurapika's threat level increased dramatically in that instant.

A Martial Faction fighter like him is extremely sensitive to the enemy's presence during combat.

Kurapika became stronger, in an instant.

Is it the hidden chain effect?

The answer is now lost to history, because Hisoka knew he had failed.

At this moment, he crashed to the floor like a rag doll, completely paralyzed and motionless, only his eyes could move.

It has a very strong numbing effect.

He looked at Kurapika was now standing in front of him.

Hisoka, unable to move, spoke.

I surrender.

Kurapika immediately deactivated his Fiery Red Eye.

It took a total of ten seconds from beginning to end.

It's perfectly acceptable.

As soon as the Fiery Red Eye were canceled, Hisoka immediately noticed that the paralysis effect on his body had disappeared.

He sat up helplessly.

Illumi walked over and knelt down beside him.

"Could you please bring my leg over here?" Hisoka asked, looking at him.

Illumi stared at him expressionlessly.

He was holding a vial of medicine.

"It's the same price as before, I'll transfer it to you in a bit."

However, Illumi remained unmoved and said, "Surrender from my battle."

Because there's a high probability that Hisoka will fight him, Illumi hates such pointless battles.

Especially with Hisoka.

Hisoka nodded.

He had already enjoyed the fight on the field, although he hadn't fully satisfied his desires.

But at least it reduced the pent-up desires considerably.

Illumi then dragged the leg that was far away and pressed it against the broken surface.

Hisoka smoothed the broken edge.

His other Nen ability [Texture Surprise].

He uses his Nen ability to create a piece of cloth that can simulate any material. It seems useless, but he has made a lot of use for it.

With this close fit, it looks as if the leg has never been broken.

Hisoka poured the medicine into his mouth.

An unusual flush appeared on her face, and she stood up on her feet.

However, he did not use his broken leg; the main force was still borne by his good leg.

Taking this opportunity, he turned to look at Kevin, gave him a thumbs up, and smiled, as if applauding his potion.

"How... how did you do that? Was it the drug you just drank?"

Leorio couldn't sit still any longer and couldn't help but ask.

Secret Hisoka winked.

Illumi asked from the side, "Do you want to buy it?"

Kurapika, Leorio, saw his seemingly genuinely interested expression and shook his head helplessly, saying, "I have some; I'll sell them to you at cost price later."

Anyway, Kurapika himself admires Leorio very much, and he thinks his uncle probably feels the same way.

It's mainly Leorio's personality; he's definitely not a bad person, but rather a guy who would be a perfect companion and friend.

Moreover, he has already established a connection with Red Stone Pharmaceuticals, so if his uncle takes a liking to him, there is a very high possibility that he will be brought into the team.

"Then why don't you use this to treat yourself!"

Leorio said somewhat angrily.

In his opinion, Kurapika's hand injury would be difficult to treat and could easily lead to permanent disability of his arm.

That's why he wanted the potion that Illumi had just taken out.

Kurapika, having figured this out, broke into a bright smile.

"Rest assured."

The treatment was extremely effective, and what others perceived as a huge price to be paid by the two was instantly erased.

What a terrible game, GG!

Kevin couldn't help but sigh.

Didn't you see that Satotz and Lieber were both interested? Neither of them were members of the Pharmacy; they had only vaguely heard of such a place.

And there are so many Hunter x Hunter around.

The battle continues.

Next up is Killua versus Pakunoda.

The battle was a foregone conclusion; within a minute, Pakunoda announced his surrender.

Next up was Hisoka versus Shalnark.

Hisoka, who was already in poor condition, showed no intention of avoiding the battle.

And then it failed.

Facing Shalnark, Hisoka completely lost his offensive options with cards.

Furthermore, Hisoka was in very poor condition, and in close combat against Shalnark's monstrous strength, he had no chance to even defend himself. He was knocked to the ground in just a few blows, making his condition even worse.

Pakunoda and Leorio were evenly matched, but Pakunoda was clearly stronger.

About ten minutes later, Leorio was beaten to his knees and admitted defeat.

Hisoka surrendered without a doubt when facing Illumi.

Illumi had already guessed that Hisoka would lose his duel with Shalnark.

Leorio battles Pons, and Leorio wins.

Hisoka fought Marvin, but Marvin didn't last long and gave up after about ten minutes.

This person's Nen ability is clearly support-type, and it played no role in the battle.

Kevin had previously witnessed his Nen ability in the Labyrinth; it was a firefly-like ability that seemed to be used for navigation.

Then came the match between Marvin and Shou.

Marvin failed again.

Kotobuki's Nen ability is clearly applicable to combat, and it's Emission Type.

It can materialize two Nen Beasts, one resembling an upright dog and the other resembling an upright fox.

The main thing is the expressions of these two Nen Beasts; one is lewd, and the other is cunning.

It plays a limited role in combat, but it seems to have a functional ability to exert some kind of influence on enemies and Nen user themselves.

His Nen ability is called [Fox Friends].

What followed was a battle with no suspense whatsoever.

Pons, the only one eliminated in the final exam.