In the dynamic and constantly evolving universe of mangafew titles have managed to capture fans’ imagination like ‘Hunter X Hunter’.
Recently, a peculiar rumor took over the community: readers were wondering about the notable increase in dialogue in the manga’s plot.
Many attributed this change to the health of the renowned creator, Yoshihiro Togashi. However, Togashi went public with clarifications that promise to reorient this conversation and bring a new perspective.
Togashi reveals the reason for having more dialogue in ‘Hunter X Hunter’
Author of ‘Hunter X Hunter’ explains why there is more dialogue in the manga – Image: Reproduction
In a revealing conversation, Yoshihiro Togashi dispelled one of the biggest misunderstandings surrounding ‘Hunter X Hunter’.
Contrary to speculation, the increase in dialogues It is not a consequence of his physical limitations. Such rumors gained strength when Togashi mentioned having considered an alternative ending for the manga.
This would happen because of some concerns about his health, so theories were entertained that the heightened focus on conversations between characters was a means of preserving his well-being.
However, Togashi explained that his decision to enrich the narrative with more text has completely different motivations.
During his participation in the podcast Iwakura and Yoshizumi’s Show, mediated by Yumiko Seki, former member of ‘Sakurazaka46’, Togashi revealed the real reason behind the narrative choice.
He explained that the current arc, the Succession Contest, is so complex and filled with new elements that an increase in the volume of text was necessary to ensure readers’ full understanding.
In this sense, the artist emphasized his preference for writing as a tool to enrich the reader’s experience, allowing a deeper immersion into the plot, especially after the inclusion of characters.
Togashi also sought to add more layers to even the secondary characters, providing them with their own stories and motivations, an approach that naturally led to an increase in internal dialogue and monologues.
In addition to enriching the narrative with complexity and depth, Togashi sees the text as an essential vehicle for character development.
After all, writing is responsible for revealing your personalities and circumstances through your own words.
He shares that the amount of writing left out of the final storyboard is vast, highlighting the importance he places on words in building the world of ‘Hunter X Hunter’.
Togashi’s explanation offers a new perspective on the intensive use of dialogue in the work, moving away from the narrative of a forced choice for health reasons.
On the contrary, it reflects a conscious and artistic effort to deepen the plot and enrich the readers’ experience. Such an approach, far from being a sign of decline, is a testament to Togashi’s dedication.
‘Hunter X Hunter’ remains an unmissable work for any fan of the genderoffering a deep narrative and great development.
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