The x Hunter x Association
Welcome to The x Hunter x Association! We are a Hunter x Hunter Podcast dedicated to spreading the good word of this amazing series. We cover each new chapter with in-depth discussions. We also keep you updated on any and all Hunter x Hunter news week by week. Chances are, if it's HxH related, you'll be able to find it here!
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 55-57
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are talking all about Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 55-57! Yorknew is heating up with 99's version of one of Hunter x Hunter's most iconic moments: Kurapika vs Uvogin. How does it stack up to other versions of the fight? Listen to us yap about it and find out!
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 55-57: 00:03:44
Community Comments: 01:23:04
Ending: 01:48:50
Video version available at: https://youtu.be/4t6BerEZnl4
Hosts
Kaige - @mangakaige (YouTube, Bluesky)
<...Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 52-54
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are talking all about Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 52-54! OWL IS HERE BABY!!!! Praise it be, welcome back king. Join us in our in-depth discussion on Owl's depiction in the 1999 anime adaptation... oh and some other stuff I guess, but you don't gotta listen to all that nonsense really....
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 52-54: 00:02:03
Community Comments: 01:23:58
Ending: 02:22:22
Video version available at: https://youtu.be/B3fXbpNg-RI
Hosts
Kaige - @mangakaige (YouTube, Bluesky)<...
Character Retrospective: Ging Freecss (w/ Radman)
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are talking all about father of the year; Ging Freecss with our guest; Radman! We talk all about the ins and outs of this incredibly strange man and ask ourselves the question; is he really a bad father? Listen and found out what we all think!
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Character Retrospective: Ging Freecss: 00:05:42
Community Comments: 01:37:29
Ending: 02:19:48
Video version available at: https://youtu.be/MJ6Ja1HKsaI
Guest
Radman - @R7dman (YouTube)
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Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 49-51
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are talking about Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 49-51! We have officially made it to Yorknew City! Many claim that this is the peak of the 1999 adaptation, so join us as we see how the early parts of the arc hold up!
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 49-51: 00:03:40
Community Comments: 01:27:48
Ending: 02:24:40
Video version available at: https://youtu.be/0KcitbbJGl4
Hosts
Kaige - @mangakaige (YouTube, Bluesky)
https://www.youtube.com/@mangakaige
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Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 46-48
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are talking about Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 46-48! This week, we get to talk all about the brief visit to Whale Island before we fully dive into the highly anticipated Yorknew City arc! Or, at least, it should have been a brief visit, but of course '99 has decided to extend the story once again. Did we like it though? Listen and find out!
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 46-48: 00:11:42
Community Comments: 01:28:11
Ending: 02:08:57
Video version available at...
Character Retrospective: Chrollo Lucilfer (w/ SuccWarCentral)
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are talking about all about Chrollo with returning special guest; SuccWarCentral! Join us as we talk for over 3 hours (!!!) about the notorious Leader of the Phantom Troupe, Head of The Spider, and Sad Emo Boy.
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Character Retrospective: Chrollo Lucilfer: 00:02:54
Community Comments: 01:58:47
Ending: 02:57:22
Video version available at: https://youtu.be/qCvu3Io7ElM
Guest
CJ - @SuccWarCentral (YouTube)
https://www.youtube.com/@SuccWarCentral
Hosts
Kaige - @mangakaige...
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 43-45
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are talking about Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 43-45! Heaven's Arena has come and gon (haha, get it?) but the story continues. We get to see how this mess of an adaptation ends as we move on to what is apparently the greatest part of the 1999 adaptation. Join us as we take our first steps into Yorknew City.... Except we aren't actually in the city yet.... Also Kaige totally blew the recap of said episode... And we talked about Salmon for like 5 minutes.......
Intro and News: 00:00:00
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Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 40-42
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are talking about Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 40-42! In what will perhaps be our longest episode of our coverage of this adaptation; we discuss the strangest batch of episodes yet. Join us in talking about Gon vs Hisoka... with two additional episodes still remaining in the Heaven's Arena arc... huh?
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 40-42: 00:03:45
Community Comments: 01:36:44
Insertname's Comment: 2:00:16
Ending: 02:42:36
Video version available at: https://youtu.be/J3XBcXSQkVU
Hosts
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The Battle For Owl (w/ Leodog)
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are talking about THE BATTLE 4 OWL!! The ridiculously cool Hunter x Hunter fan comic made by Leodog! This is a comic recounting the epic battle to decide who Owl's number one fan truly is: Dylan or Kaige?! Witness the epic comic in it's entirety by watching along on YouTube or by checking out the pages on our social media accounts or the Wiki created by Instertname.
Intro, News and Guest Interview: 00:00:00
The Battle 4 Owl Recap and Discussion: 00:10:36
Community Comments: 01:35:31
Ending: 02:02:55
<...Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 37-39
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are talking about Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 37-39! Heaven's Arena is here and so is the concept of Nen! Listen to us discuss our early thoughts on how Nen is portrayed in this adaptation. But, more importantly, listen to us discuss the best side character in the history of Hunter x Hunter. Who that is may surprise you.
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 37-39: 00:06:06
Community Comments: 01:31:46
Ending: 02:07:57
Video version available at: https://youtu.be/q3OrEZZi8BI<...
Nen Abilities
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are talking about and ranking (nearly) every Nen Ability in Hunter x Hunter! Join us for one of our longest episodes yet where we spend a small amount of time talking about each ability and placing them on a (non strength based) tier list! Then we get to hear what some of our listeners favorite and least favorite abilities are! Fun Fun Times ahead.
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Nen Abilities: 00:02:30
Community Comments: 02:13:36
Ending: 02:36:00
Video version available at: https://youtu.be...
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 34-36
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are talking about Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 34-36! In the blink of an eye we have gotten through the Zoldyck family arc! But before we move on to the exciting world of Nen in within Heaven's Arena, we gotta talk all about the Zoldyck family in the 1999 adaptation! Join us as we discuss nearly the entirety of this arc!
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 34-36: 00:05:03
Community Comments: 01:21:32
Ending: 01:57:36
Video version available at: https://youtu.be/U7WhSi1...
Character Retrospective: Hisoka Morrow (w/ No Operator)
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are doing our Character Retrospective on Hisoka with special guest; No Operator! That's right. It's finally time to talk about everyone's favorite freak. There's certainly a lot to talk about when it comes to Hisoka, so sit back with a nice drink and listen to us go through all the ins and outs of one of Hunter x Hunter's most interesting characters.
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Character Retrospective: Hisoka: 00:12:16
Community Comments: 01:46:41
Ending: 02:14:34
Video version available at: https://youtu.be/ln8...
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 31-33
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are talking about Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 31-33! We have finally finished the Hunter Exam! We're off to see the wider world of Hunter x Hunter now starting with Kukuroo Mountain! What wacky adventures will our heroes go on there? Let's find out together (except we already know).
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 31-33: 00:02:51
Community Comments: 01:28:22
Ending: 02:06:15
Video version available at: https://youtu.be/KYJd5L1G95g
Hosts
Kaige - @mangakaige (YouTube...
Hunter x Hunter Nen Impact Review and Discussion
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are talking all about the brand new video game: Hunter x Hunter Nen Impact! The first new piece of Hunter x Hunter content since the last batch of chapters is here! We got to play quite a bit of it and have a lot of thoughts to share, both good and bad. Tune in if you wanna know if this game is worth your time and money!
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Hunter x Hunter Nen Impact Review and Discussion: 00:03:10
Community Comments: 01:34:20
Ending: 01:52:44<...
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 28-30
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are talking about episodes 28-30 of the 1999 Hunter x Hunter anime adaptation! We almost finish the Hunter Exam arc with this batch, but alas, we still have one more episode left. However, that does mean we get to talk all about the iconic final events of the arc including the very surprisingly good Gon vs Hanzo fight!
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 28-30: 00:09:39
Community Comments: 01:23:34
Ending: 01:52:31
Video version available at: https://youtu.be/unMShncv1ns
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Character Retrospective: Isaac Netero
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are talking all about the legend himself; Isaac Netero! The man who represents the good, the bad, and the ugly of humanity all rolled up into one neat little package. For better or for worse, this man is proclaimed to be the greatest of us all. Listen to us hash out the finer details to this incredibly complex character!
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Character Retrospective: Isaac Netero: 00:06:44
Community Comments: 00:52:25
Ending: 01:35:09
Video version available at: https://youtu.be/DuY4f4lCfNQ<...
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 25-27
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are going over our thoughts on episodes 25-27 of Hunter x Hunter 1999! This is one of the most interesting batches we've covered thus far. We get some good filler, some bad filler, and some strange filler. And then Episode 25 is there too I guess. Join us for an interesting discussion on theses fascinating episodes!
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 25-27: 00:03:35
Community Comments: 01:22:24
Ending: 01:54:09
Video version available at: https://youtu.be/g70ApaiH6LA
Hosts
<...The Legacy of Yoshihiro Togashi
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are talking all about the legend himself; Yoshihiro Togashi! We go over his whole career and briefly talk about all of his series to take a look at the path that led him to creating his masterpiece; Hunter x Hunter. Of course, we also take this opportunity to talk about how he and his work has impacted our lives!
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Talking About Yoshihiro Togashi: 00:05:40
Previous Guest's Thoughts: 00:49:34
Community Comments: 00:56:21
Ending: 01:42:26
Video version available at: https...
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 22-24
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are going over our thoughts on episodes 22-24 of Hunter x Hunter 1999! We're getting into the meat of Zevil Island now and experiencing more very interesting anime original additions. Did we both agree on how Gon's character was handled in this big addition? Find out!
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 22-24: 00:04:49
Community Comments: 00:58:31
Ending: 01:16:25
Video version available at: https://youtu.be/FrceuykOZxQ
Hosts
Kaige - @Kaiige10 (Bluesky)
Dylan - @DJTengen (Twitter...
Character Retrospective: Kite
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are doing our Character Retrospective on Kite! This week, we get to talk all about Dylan's favorite character! Listen to use discuss all the known details of this character and break down what makes this short-lived character so special!
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Character Retrospective: Kite: 00:06:58
Community Comments: 00:58:31
Ending: 01:38:10
Video version available at: https://youtu.be/-3Cu47hB1vA
Hosts
Kaige - @Kaiige10 (Bluesky)
Dylan - @DJTengen (Twitter, Bluesky)
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Ranking The Kakin Princes
On this BONUS episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are ranking all of the princes of the Kakin Empire! These are characters that we have spent a lot of time talking about on this show, so let's see how they compare to each other!
Video version available at: https://youtu.be/Qm1yRbC7mPY
Hosts
Kaige - @Kaiige10 (Bluesky)
Dylan - @DJTengen (Twitter, Bluesky)
Show Information
Twitter - @TxHxAPod
Bluesky - @thapod.bsky.social
Email - hunterassociationpod@gmail.com
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 19-21
Check out the wiki (made by insertname) for The Battle for Owl comic by leodogg here!: https://hunter-association-podcast-manga.fandom.com/wiki/Hunter_Association_Podcast_Manga_Wiki
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are talking about Hunter x Hunter '99 episodes 19-21! This week, we get to fully experience the rest of Hunter x Hunter's first proper filler arc! Did we like it? Did we hate it? Do we agree on the consensus? Find out here!
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 19-21: 00:09:32
Community Comments: 01:20:14
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Character Retrospective: Gon Freecss [Part 2] (w/ Radman)
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are continuing our character retrospective on Gon with returning special guest; Radman! This time we get to dive deep into Gon's psyche as we go through Greed Isalnd all the way up to the current material of the manga, which of course include Chimera Ant. Listen to us talk all about what makes this character so unbelievably good.
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Character Retrospective: Gon Freecss [Part 2]: 00:10:44
Community Comments: 02:12:23
Ending: 02:36:22
Video version available at: https://youtu.be/QnNRWBcHW3c
<...Ranking Every Phantom Troupe Member
On this BONUS episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are talking about the Phantom Troupe! We discuss and rank every single known past and present member of the troupe. Will there be hot takes? Will you agree with everything we say? Find out!
Video version available at: https://youtu.be/ync8vgsdoZ8
Hosts
Kaige - @Kaiige10 (Bluesky)
Dylan - @DJTengen (Twitter, Bluesky)
Show Information
Twitter - @TxHxAPod
Bluesky - @thapod.bsky.social
Email - hunterassociationpod@gmail.com
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 16-18 (w/ DanTheMan5252)
DISCLAIMER: Kaige has no audio for the first few seconds, it is normal after that.
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are talking about Hunter x Hunter '99 episodes 16-18 with special guest; DanTheMan5252! This week, we're finishing off Trick Tower...or are we? We seem to be heading into uncharted territory for an uncertain amount of time. Join us as we discuss the beginning of an apparently notorious filler arc in the 1999 adaptation!
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 16-18: 00:13:04
Community Comments: 01:14:05
Ending: 01:48:32<...
Reviewing Every Greed Island Specified Slot Card
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are talking about every Specified Slot Card from Greed Island! Hunter x Hunter is home to many intricately detailed power systems and locations. Greed Island manages to bring both to the table and certainly gives you a lot to think about! Listen to us discuss and review the Pregnancy St- I mean the Specified Slot Cards! All 100 of them!
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Greed Island Cards: 00:11:32
Community Comments: 01:50:38
Ending: 02:27:34
Video version available at: https://youtu.be/BeFrrhJKra0
Hosts<...
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 13-15
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are talking about Hunter x Hunter '99 episodes 13-15! Our party of four really gets to shine in these episodes...except Killua, but that's coming up soon. Leorio gets to look like an absolute legend and Kurapika gets to go wild on a guy that's supposed to be blue. Listen as we talk about it all!
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 13-15: 00:09:22
Community Comments: 00:54:22
Ending: 01:23:44
Video version available at: https://youtu.be/FMSc2UPpOpE
Hosts<...
Character Retrospective: Gon Freecss [Part 1]
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are talking all about our favorite little guy; Gon Freecss! This episode will only cover his journey up to the end of Yorknew City, but there's still plenty to talk about! We get to take a look at Gon before the drastic developments he goes through later in the series in isolation to really get a deep look at how this incredible character gets set on the trajectory we all know.
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Character Retrospective: Gon Freecss [Part 1]: 00:04:55
Community Comments: 01:15:25
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Character Retrospective: Genthru (w/ SuccWarCentral)
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are talking all about Genthru with our guest; SuccWarCentral! It's the great meeting of the minds this week as we gather around to have a deep, meaningful discussion about one of the greatest antagonists of our generation. Listen as we go over Gentrhu's extensive history in this 10 hour long epic!
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Character Retrospective: Genthru: 00:06:30
Community Comments: 00:59:12
Ending (of day 1's discussion): 02:18:10
Genthru Discussion Day 2 Begins: 02:24:20
Gentrhu Discussion Day 3 Begins: 05:40:56
Gentrhu Discussion Day 4 Begins: 08:26:14<...
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 10-12 (w/ Hadriegon)
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are talking about Hunter x Hunter '99 episodes 10-12 with special guest; Hadriegon! We get to wrap up the second phase of the exam and bid farewell to Menchi and Buhara's time in the spotlight. The spotlight then decides to shine down upon a filler character named Anita! Did we like her or her plot-line? Listen and find out!
Intro, Guest Interview, and News: 00:00:00
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 10-12: 00:08:12
Community Comments: 01:19:07
Ending: 01:48:39
Video version available at: https://youtu.be...
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 7-9
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are continuing Hunter x Hunter '99 with episodes 7-9! This time we get to learn that '99 has some damn good original content beyond what we've already seen, but with it comes a slew of problems that no filler can avoid... We also finally get to talk about the GOATS; Menchi and Buhara! Join us along for the ride!
Intro and News: 00:00:00
(link mentioned: https://www.arcsystemworks.com/awtfinalstickets/)
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 7-9: 00:03:41
Community Comments: 00:42:33
Ending: 01:12:02
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Character Retrospective: Killua Zoldyck (w/ SuccWarCentral)
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are talking all about Killua Zoldyck with our guest; SuccWarCentral! We finally get to talk about the deuteragonist for a large majority of the series. This means we also get to talk about Chimera Ant at length for the first time on this show! Listen as the three of us unravel our thoughts on the character and explore uncharted territory on the pod!
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Character Retrospective: Killua Zoldyck: 00:03:54
Community Comments: 02:27:00
Ending: 02:37:44
Video version available at: https://youtu...
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 4-6
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are continuing our journey through the 1999 anime adaptation of Hunter x Hunter! This week we start to get an idea of what we can expect from this adaptation, both the good and the bad.
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 4-6: 00:12:02
Community Comments: 00:55:07
Ending: 01:13:00
Video version available at: https://youtu.be/XjUFoAgW1cY
Hosts
Kaige - @Kaiige10 (Bluesky)
Dylan - @DJTengen (Bluesky, Twitter)
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Level E (w/ Brayden Ferrell)
On this episode of The x Hunter x Association, we are talking all about Level E; the series that Togashi did in between Yu Yu Hakusho and Hunter x Hunter! To do so, this week we are joined by our good friend Brayden! Aliens are all over earth, but humanity is completely oblivious to that fact until one alien prince decides to do a little trolling. What sort of trials will our rotating cast have to face? Find out this, as well as some Hunter x Hunter connections, as we discuss our thoughts on this wild ride.
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Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 1-3
On this episode of The Hunter Association, we are beginning our coverage of the 1999 Hunter x Hunter anime adaptation! Neither of us had ever seen this before so, if you grew up with this series, you get to hear two fresh perspectives on your beloved childhood memories. I hope we like it (we did like it, don't worry)! Find out how this adaptation compares to 2011 as well as the manga as we discuss the first three episodes!
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Hunter x Hunter (1999) Episodes 1-3: 00:03:20
Community Comments: 00:55:42
Ending: 01:23:27
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Character Retrospective: Leorio Paradinight
On this episode of The Hunter Association, we are talking all about everybody's favorite every-man; Leorio! The charismatic soon-to-be doctor who punched his way to a spot in the Zodias. Did he trip and fall into all of his accomplishments? Does it even matter if he did? Listen to use talk it through. We tell you everything there is to know about this wonderful fellow, and give our thoughts on him along the way.
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Character Retrospective: Leorio Paradinight: 00:07:36
Viewer/Listener Comments: 00:54:50
Ending: 01:35:14
Video version available at...
Hunter x Hunter Nen Impact Demo Thoughts and Impressions
Raw Gameplay: https://youtu.be/5_Rb5gvWsNM
On this BONUS episode of The Hunter Association we are talking about our experience playing Hunter x Hunter Nen Impact at Frosty Faustings this past weekend!
Video version available at: https://youtu.be/2-08nORXwYI
Hosts
Kaige - @Kaiige10
Dylan - @DJTengen
Show Information
Twitter - @TxHxAPod
Bluesky - @thapod.bsky.social
Email - hunterassociationpod@gmail.com
Post-Succession War Speculation
On this episode of The Hunter Association, we are talking all about everything that could possibly happen AFTER the Succession War wraps up! We're delving deep into the elusive light at the end of the tunnel that we may never reach... sure will be fun to talk about though!
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Post-Succession War Speculation: 00:08:17
Viewer/Listener Comments: 01:15:54
Ending: 01:58:40
Video version available at: https://youtu.be/6olN0QeEhmc
Hosts
Kaige - @Kaiige10
Dylan - @DJTengen
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Hisoka's Past
On this episode of The Hunter Association, we are talking about the Hisoka's Past One-shot by Sui Ishida (the author of Tokyo Ghoul)! Certainly a unique part of Hunter x Hunter's history, being the only case of any kind of official side-story for the series. Join us as we talk it out and see if it's any good!
Intro and News: 00:00:00
Hisoka's Past Recap and Discussion: 00:03:30
Viewer/Listener Comments: 00:37:17
Ending: 00:56:12
Video version available at: https://youtu.be/0z_RMRzDUT4
Hosts
Kaige - @Kaiige10
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