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Meruem, the Chimera Ant King, leaves the nest in search of a place to establish his rule, displaying a cold, ruthless intellect that far surpasses his subordinates.

Netero, Morel, and Knov continue their infiltration. This chapter emphasizes the "cleanup" phase where they must deal with the remaining Squadron Leaders who have scattered across the continent to start their own colonies. Key Themes

Chapter 197 of Hunter × Hunter , titled is a pivotal moment in the Chimera Ant arc where the scale of the threat truly begins to dawn on the Hunters. This chapter marks the transition from the Chimera Ants being a localized infestation to a global biological crisis. The Chimera Ant Evolution