Focuses on the start of the Yorknew City arc , the reunion with Leorio, and Kurapika’s bodyguard duties.
After months apart, Leorio makes his triumphant return, reuniting with Gon and Killua. He uses his savvy "negotiation" skills to help them organize an arm-wrestling competition to raise money for the Greed Island game. Watch Hunter X Hunter - 042
Triggered by Melody's ability to hear the "sound of rage" in his heart, Kurapika confides in her about his Kurta roots and his mission to recover his clan's Scarlet Eyes. Focuses on the start of the Yorknew City
The two anime adaptations cover entirely different events in their respective 42nd episodes: the reunion with Leorio