Hunters dedicate themselves to completing perilous missions, ranging from exploring the globe's unknown regions to hunting rare artifacts and beasts. To earn the title of Hunter, one must endure the Hunter Examination—a dangerous trial where most candidates suffer injury or death. Driven by personal motives, daring aspirants tackle the infamous test. The 12‑year‑old Gon Freecss is motivated by a desire to locate his father, Ging, also a Hunter. Hoping that becoming a Hunter will bring him closer to his dad, Gon embarks on the same journey. Throughout the examination, Gon allies with medical student Leorio Paladiknight, vengeful Kurapika, and former assassin Killua Zoldyck. Though their objectives differ greatly, they unite toward a shared aim and step into a treacherous realm.