CBR Anime Ranks Hunter x Hunter Seasons, Criticizes Election Arc

CBR Anime has published a ranking of all six seasons of the Hunter x Hunter anime, evaluating how each arc shifts the series' narrative approach and power scaling. The review highlights Season 5's Chimera Ant arc as the series' pinnacle, praising its philosophical depth and character development despite its extensive runtime of sixty-one episodes.

In contrast, the publication identifies Season 6's Election Arc as a significant step down in quality. While acknowledging the political intrigue surrounding the Hunter Association chairman succession, the article argues that this season struggles to match the intensity of previous installments, offering minimal payoff for its complex maneuvering.

Other seasons receive mixed assessments. Season 1's Hunter Exam is praised as an excellent introduction to the franchise's identity, while Season 3's Yorknew City arc is noted for shifting tone through Kurapika's vengeance quest. Season 2's Heavens Arena arc is criticized for insufficient time to explore Nen mechanics, and Season 4's Greed Island is commended for balancing creativity with emotional growth.