2014–Present
The Kakin Succession War
The arc that began in 2014 and has not ended. Here is how it compares with every other arc in HUNTER×HUNTER, on both measures readers argue about: chapters printed and years elapsed.
Is it the longest arc in HUNTER×HUNTER?
By chapter count it ranks #2: 72 chapters against 133 for Chimera Ant, which remains the longest arc printed.
By calendar time it is the longest arc in the series: 12.1 years since 2014, ahead of Chimera Ant at 8.3 yrs.
Every arc, longest first
| Arc | Chapters | Years | Ran |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chimera Ant | 133 | 8.3 yrs | 2003–2011 |
| Succession War | 72 | 12.1 yrs | 2014–Present |
| Greed Island | 66 | 2 yrs | 2001–2003 |
| Yorknew City | 56 | 1.5 yrs | 1999–2001 |
| Hunter Exam | 38 | 10 mos | 1998–1999 |
| Chairman Election | 21 | 5 mos | 2011–2012 |
| Heavens Arena | 20 | 7 mos | 1999 |
| Dark Continent | 9 | 2.4 yrs | 2012–2014 |
| Zoldyck Family | 5 | 1 mos | 1999 |
| Special One-shot | 2 | 1 mos | 2013 |
Questions about the Succession War arc
How long is the Succession War arc?
72 chapters so far, from chapter 349 to chapter 420, over 12.1 years since 2014. The arc has not ended.
When did the Succession War arc start?
With chapter 349, published in Weekly Shonen Jump 2014 #37.
Is the Succession War arc over?
No. The latest published chapter is 420, and Togashi has reported finished manuscripts through chapter 429.
How long will the Succession War arc be?
There is no announced length. Neither Togashi nor Weekly Shonen Jump has said how many chapters remain; this page counts each chapter as it is published.