Spoiler-Safe Summary

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The king, despite mastering "Gungi," struggles to defeat Komugi, while Morel faces a challenge set by Cheetu, leading to a tense game of cat and mouse with high stakes in a closed space.

Full Plot Summary

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Despite having mastered the rules of the board game "Gungi," the king is upset for still being unable to defeat the champion, Komugi. Meanwhile, Morel is approached by Cheetu, who uses his new abilities to trap him inside a closed space, claiming that he can't leave unless he manages to catch him in 8 hours.

Episode FAQ

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What episode is "Check × And × Mate" in Hunter x Hunter?

"Check × And × Mate" is episode 103 of Hunter x Hunter.

Is "Check × And × Mate" canon or filler?

"Check × And × Mate" is listed as canon · provisional in the current AnimeAnchor guide.

What story arc is "Check × And × Mate" part of?

"Check × And × Mate" is part of the Yorknew City Arc.

Can I read this without spoilers?

Yes. Start with the spoiler-safe summary, then reveal the full plot only when you want the complete episode breakdown.