Review of Hunter x Hunter

Hunter X Hunter is unique. It brings the enjoyment of a series like Naruto but at the same time brings the quality of a series like Berserk. Art- The animation is absolutely exquisite. This is the only long running series that I have seen in which the studio is able to maintain high-quality art. We often see in series such as Bleach, One Piece, and Naruto that the animation quality is all over the place, sometimes being fantastic and at other moments being utter shit :) Hunter x Hunter's fictional world immediately captivates you with its beauty and mystery. And the art does nothing butenhance this experience.

Sound- The soundtrack carries a certain depth that very few anime have. I many of the modern anime I have noticed that there ost's are very simplistic and play the same songs over and over. Fortunately Hunter x Hunter doesn't rely on one song for people to rave about but rather a composition of many. In fact, even though I have already completed the series, often I will go on youtube and re-listen to a part of the soundtrack.

Character- Hunter x Hunter is not about just one character but many. The main characters don't have a monopoly over the screen as is common in many anime, rather each episode gives you time to understand the diverse array of personalities within the series. The two main characters Gon and Killua are portrayed in a manner that makes the viewer want to watch them progress as human beings, and the same goes for the rest of the characters.

Enjoyment- In terms of enjoyment Hunter x Hunter is in a very select class of the best. It has that shonen quality that makes you want to watch more and more. But the difference is that many shonen contain many flaws,whereas this one has very little.

Overall- 10/10
For me Hunter x Hunter IS the greatest anime of all time. It's art, sound, characters, and enjoyment are all in a class of its own. If you have concerns about the initial childish nature of the series let me address them with a quick story. Recently I convinced my brother to watch Hunter x Hunter, after viewing the first episode he deemed it as childlike. I simply told him that it wasn't what he thought. The innocent manner in which the first episodes are composed is just a starting point to develop the characters. He hesitated to continue the show at first but decided to watch it. He finished the whole series within a month and praised it for its balance of light and dark themes. In conclusion, it is likely that you will enjoy this series. So please just watch it :)