A list of the sources used for this video (also available in the description): www.reddit.com/r/HunterXHunter/comments/1ic64x/interview_with_togashi_included_in_hxh_no_0/ www.reddit.com/r/HunterXHunter/comments/6quw2y/chrollo_lucilfer_themes_influences_and_context/ www.reddit.com/r/HunterXHunter/comments/5ft67n/chrollos_identity_crisis/ www.reddit.com/r/HunterXHunter/comments/5b5ksd/possible_meaning_behind_kurapikas/ EDIT: I want to add a couple of points that I didn't say in the video but that make this interpretation even stronger. Firstly - my claim that Chrollo believes in fatalism is reinforced by a tradition that the Spider use for settling disputes: flipping a coin. An act totally based in chance/luck - or if you believe in what Chrollo does, fate. Secondly, something that a commenter put forth that is actually a great point to add to this - "Chrollo stopped viewing Hisoka as a Spider when Hisoka took off the fake-tattoo to fight Chrollo (since Chrollo could reveal his situation to Hisoka). And then accepted his fight when it is forbidden for spiders to fight among themselves. So while Chrollo may have been fascinated with Hisoka he doesn't consider Hisoka part of himself anymore." Cheers to Psycho3418 for bringing this idea up. ALSO - I referred to Chrollo as deterministic, and while that may be true, the more appropriate term would be fatalistic. There is a distinction between those two terms and while one can argue for both, Chrollo falls more under the latter. I used the both terms here but probably should have leaned on "fatalistic." Just a small note there.
@@solairesouls3525 Lmao. My guy, almost everybody finds Hisoka better as he's likable to an extent. Idk about being written but what you said is not an unpopular opinion.
I knew Chrollo was cool af when gon asked him “why do you kill people who have nothing to do with you?” ...and chrollo didn’t have a response. He was trying to even try to find the answer to that
I absolutely loved the scene when gon asked that question to him and he's like " Using words to describe my motive , I don't really like that " He's trying to imply something of greater importance there .....
Emotion doesnt have a reason. You just learn to feel it in a certain situation. Thats why. Gons no different. Theres no reason to get upset when someone hurts who you love
I think that Kurapika and chrollo are in many ways the opposite of each other. Kurapika loses "his" identity through revenge and rage. Chrollo tries to find his identity by creating terror and despair. The whole thing is a circle.
@Elikaakile I think he seeking of identity is mostly for that identity to give him emotions. I have a feeling he seeks experiences to be able to feel emotions. Although he has certain emotions, he is still very emotionally stunned.
Chrollo is a shonen protagonist gone wrong He fights for his friends and puts them ahead of himself, he enjoys finding new abilities and lives for adventure. The phantom troupe is basically a chaotic evil adventuring party, and like a player character, he doesn't see other people as people, he sees them as "NPCs"
Crazy. If that stupid Master of Kurapika would just have told his Disciple about Important Facts like the Existence of Nen-Exorcism, then the Fate of the World would have been visibly different! He could have said to Chrollo to never speak to a Nen Exorcist! What a missed Chance!!
23:25- Uvogin: There's a traitor in our group. Chrollo: There are no traitors.Besides, Judas wasn't a traitor- Uvogin: Its Hisoka isn't it? Chrollo: Its probably him.
@@kaceycat3661 Kurapika doesn't want to lose anymore than he's already lost as opposed to wanting to gain something from striking revenge against the Troupe
Man this makes his nen ability make a lot more sense. He doesn't have an identity internalized and is in search of one, that's why he steals other's nen which is always an extension of their identity. He has no identity so when his nen (an extension of one's true nature) manifests, it steals what is around and accumulates them inside but it's never enough because he can't fill an identity externally.
Aleczandxr said this in the video. Edit: 9:23 is the time. Aleczandxr talks about Chrollo taking nen powers because he doesn't have an identity and they are so personal. I could have sworn there was another line in which he talks about him taking nen being because of needing to steal identities but I guess it was just that line.
I knows this comment is years old but I have to ask anyways. Do you think that they somehow found a mentor willing to teach them nen or were they self taught?
@@yinnachillon3366 nen abilities are basically customizable to how the character wants it to work. Since chrollo doesn’t have an identity and grew up alone, he uses other peoples nen as his identities like a chameleon because he already knows everyones downfall since he believes in fate and uses the girls nen to confirm it. By using nen powers of other ppl, he can use other peoples resolves to guarantee that he wont lose and isn’t afraid of death.
@@Aleczandxr It's so true without your videos I wouldn't have understood how deep the show is and why it is so well praised Togashi writes characters so well that we need someone to explain why they are like they are
Given how togashi has changed the protagonist of hxh before (Yorknew, succession arc) who knows? We might get an arc centered around the phantom troupe with Chrollo as the protagonist
I always understood Chrollo’s assessment of Judas and the traitor as such: Hisoka and Judas aren’t traitors because they don’t betray their own inner goals and sense of self. At heart, Hisoka was never loyal to Troupe; he joined out of his own self-interest and hedonistic desire to challenge Chrollo. Similar to Judas, who of the twelve disciples harbored a greater selfishness, Hisoka’s actions stay true to his loyalty to his own ambition and greed, never failing to betray his loyalty to his own identity, which Chrollo (as you outlined in your video) likely respects and values highly.
HunterxHunter is so meaty I love it, there's always room for new things to uncover and understand the more you sink you teeth into it, whether it is the characters,the themes or the world. This is why it will always be my favorite piece of literature. Great job breaking it down.
17:00, I love Chrollo for this; a lot of leaders don't tell their followers what to do if/when they die and because of that everything they've built tends to fall apart.
Great analysis, especially the part at the end. I would add that chrollo's favouritism of hisoka comes down how (releativly) free Hisoka is.Where chrollo's is bound by fate seeking identity and purpose, no other character is so sure and fully aware of themselves and their actions as hisoka. I wouldn't be surprised if he looks on to him a bit enviously, and is disrespectful attitude is tied to the true freedom and purpose the spiders lack, chrollo's wishes to have and hisoka has in spades.
Idk if you say this or not im 20 minutes in but i think rather than a leg, hisoka is a parasyte within the spider, not representing chrollo but something that eats him apart, limb by limb, literally, the parasyte attempted to go straight for the head but failed, and so it must whither it down first, it relies on the spider to live, but the spider must die in order for its purpose to be fulfilled
Johan Leibert bro. He’s described as beautiful and perfect by everyone who meets him. He’s also just the most amazing villain I’ve ever seen in anime, so that helps.
The Kid really gave a full-on psychology research paper on an anime character with what seems to be 6-8 pages worth plus presentation with complete comprehension and well articulation of the matter. Give this man a degree!
Yet another Great Video. It’s one I’ve been looking forward to for a while, and I was not disappointed at all. Love the ending quotes. Really makes you wonder just how far ahead Togashi plans things and just how incredible his genius truly is.
A character of HxH that I believe to be worth of your undeniably detailed and analytical perspective is Leorio and his contribution to the series. I'd love to see your take on him. I ask those who agree to give this comment an upvote
Damn it... do you know that feeling you have when you hear an analysis or a theory so excellent and consistent that you can't help but feel that it's the real truth? That's what I'm feeling right now. While I'm really happy about finally finding out who Chrollo is and what his role in the story is I can't help but feel a bit bitter about it. From now on I will never be able to come up with a theory or analysis of him ever again without taking this master stroke of a character analysis/theory into account. As Meruem would say: "An individual can reach his limit after much training. You are a rare example of one who has transcended that limit. Bravo. You have earned my praise."
the error that chrollo makes on the airship w/ kurapika is, while understanding his own love for the spider bc it represents him, he underestimates just how much some of the members love HIM as an individual. This is seen when machi, nobunaga and pakunoda all risk their lives and the spider as a whole to save him. Definitely the most touching scene in the arc
Oh my god, so much wrong with this analysis! Ok first off....nah I'm just playin =P. It was excellent. I've always had a Sensui vibe from Chrollo but never considered Chrollo's "sense of self" being within each of the Spider in the way that Sensui has multiple personalities. There's little info on Chrollo so for you to discern so much so well is truly a testament to your love of the series and to your talent.
Wow I never thought of the similarities between Sensui with his multiple personalities & Chrollo's connection with the Troupe as Aleczandxr stated as parts of himself. So awesome to get a new look at some of the characters Togashi implemented in separate series that almost mirror each other
I couldn't have agreed any more. Literally the best character analysis I have ever seen, which made me realise how relatable Chrollo Lucifer is. Togashi keeps suprising me, as well as you.
Aleczandxr I am so happy and amazed as well, I even showed this video to my mom and sister xD I truly love you work, I have been watching your channel all day...and was just wondering whether you might make some analysis videos on Attack on Titan?
Aleczandxr Oh I see...well, given what is currently happening in the manga, you might indeed have a lot to say about it in the future..! Anyways, thanks for answering, and many thanks for the amazing work. 👌🏼
When Chrollo have flashbacks of his past we saw two kids running behind him. Who are they? Are they part of the Phantom Troupe? Are they just some random kids? Are they Chrollo's brothers if he have any? Find out next time on Hunter X Hunter
Bruh the amount of work and perfection put in this video is incredible. Especially with the analogy of the bible at the end. Well done my friend...Chrollo is my favorite character in H X H !
Thank you! Though I have to mention that a lot of aspects from the video are thanks to external sources and they definitely deserve mention. Links to those are in the description and pinned comment!
@@치-y9w Nah, Chrollo is destined to die, because his character's existence is eventually incompatible with the existence of two main characters, Kurapika and Hisoka. Hisoka is by all means the 5th main character in HxH (Like Kakashi is the 4th in Naruto), and his rivalry with Gon is now the longest running narrative of the series (now that Gon has finally met Ging), and for now his sole purpose is hunting down the troupe, and Kurapika's whole existence revolves around the same thing. I can see Kurapika dying in some sort of mutual destruction against Chrollo, but there's no justification for Hisoka to die as well.
@@Hafnooz agreed. but on a side note I think kakashi is the 3rd after naruto and sasuke. No one has a fleshed out story like kakashi in the whole series besides those 2. Theres even videos on UA-cam sayin naruto is kakashi’s story lol (I know that’s extreme)but it just goes to show how important kakashi is to naruto. I hope u don’t think Sakura is above him lol or who did you have just curious?
@@purplesky4157 Sorry I didn't get notified 2 weeks ago lol, well I definitely don't like Sakura at all, but she is supposed to be the "official" 3rd main character, even though she rarely does anything useful for the amount of screen time she has. Kakashi is definitely a great main character though :D
Well, I've gotta say. At the very least your analysis was very satisfying. It served to fill in the gaping hole and lack of understanding that I previously had of Chrollo and I'm truly satisfied. Despite the occasional disagreement I had with a few of your minor points it was clear A LOT of work and love was put into this video, you covered a lot and we're able to satiate my curiosity for the time being. Whilst I feel a little was still left out for instance, the light symbolisms that exist within Chrollo and the Troupe you acknowledged the larger themes that Togashi had laid out. Whilst not much of an analysis based around the linguistics and literary devices used but one based simply on the words and actions (which make up the majority of an analysis) It was very well done. The three points you made about Chrollo essentially made Chrollo make sense. I love the fact that you addressed his deterministic qualities/features and his longing for an identity which had made him become so profoundly attached to the Troupe like the Troupe is a part of himself. Not only did you concisely and eloquently put together your thoughts and explanations but the evidence you used (the very little evidence Togashi has so far provided) had justified your points very, very well. Bravo, I can't wait for Togashi to get back from his current Hiatus to shed some more light on this enigma. Looking forward to some more of your videos. Your hard work and determination are a source of motivation for me, and no doubt many others.
Damn I'd always thought he was just provoking Kurapika when he said that, even with Melody there. Never considered it to be a serious statement until this video.
If we ever get there I think it would be interesting if chrollo turned out to be the last surviving member of the spider and in a rematch against hisoka he develops a new and unique hatsu independent of bandits secret unlike bookmark, to show that in his potentially final moments he finally grasped something of an identity that is uniquely his and no one else's. Something that could reflect the pain hisoka brought upon him, which could even cause him to stray from the belief everything is predestined the fight could end either way but I think him losing and dying would be a better end to his character
*Reviewing my Patreon Pledges* "Man, $5 to Aleczandxr? Is that really worth it?" *Aleczandxr releases a 40 fucking minute video on a single HxH character* "I mean, yeah, alright."
Man. Just Incredible. That reference to apocalypse in the end left me speechless. This is surely one of your best videos. I never understood why I liked Chrollo as he appears so little in the story, but damn you done it. AND A FREAKING 30 MINUTE LONG AMAZING VIDEO. You're amazing aleczandxr.
No ads in the middle of the video! YOU ARE THE MAN! Seriously though you should put one at the start and end. Your videos are awesome and really thought out you should get something.
Lol, I put ads at the beginning, end AND middle. Sometimes people just get lucky and they don't show up, though. Thanks though, glad you like the videos.
Possibly the most genius thematic analysis for one of the most poetically written character. Meruem and Chrollo were truly works of art ib my eyes, but the depth that chrollo adds with his ideals in contraste to Meruems ignorance is... Purely poetic. When watching the anime for the first time I looked at chrollo and even though you could tell he's strong, you can see just how intense he really is, and later on you can see how mellow he can get when it comes to the troupe. The way expresses himself throughout the Yorknew Art is both bizarre and poetic.
megazion34 If chrollo finds humans interesting for going against fate or causality then someone like guts who's almost entire character arc and manga is about this very topic then yeah Humans are interestinf
Agreed, he shares a similar train of throught with griffith in that he can see motivations and finds people fascinating although they are completely different.
@@chuchojuarez95 Judai Yuki (Jaden Yuki) from Yu-gi-oh! GX too. Not joking at all, Judai actually have power to change his fate what is seen in season 2 against the Light Society and Sartorious.
Every video you make is a 10/10 for me, I really like the way you analyse these complexe characters, and i find every second of your videos worthy of being watched
I think Hisoka has started to attack the troupe because he's realized he'll never be able to have his 1 v. 1 battle against Chrollo while the troupe is alive. I think he's also upset that the troupe ruined his chance to fight Chrollo individually, so he wants to destroy the troupe by picking off each member before fighting Chrollo. Which makes sense because this would elevate the stakes of Hisoka's death match with Chrollo since Chrollo would (as stated in this video) be fighting for the only thing that really matters to him and be confronted with his only real fear: I.e., if Chrollo is the last member, then his final duel with Hisoka becomes more interesting for Hisoka because he'll have pushed Chrollo to the brink of fighting for the only thing he cares about--the troupe's existence. This is because if all other members are killed before Hisoka fights Chrollo, then the troupe dies if Chrollo dies. I'm sure Chrollo realizes this and will plan on gaining more recruits. I'm also interested to see how this intersects with Killua, Illumi, and the Zoldyck family at large--since Killua's sibling is a troupe member.
Hidden lmaoo yall a bunch of idiot thinking hisoka can beat chrollo without prep. Didnt chrollo fought with 2 zoldycks without preparation? yall idiot.
Your analysis truly help pass through the hiatus, and my good sir, you are truly a genius. How you dive deep into characters and explain things that i never noticed or even thought about after watching the series 3 times and reading the manga. Being able to dive into what the genius Togashi has crafted also takes a genius. WELL DONE! P.S. Can't wait for the Killua Zoldyck analysis
OMG, I can't thank you enough, I've been having a super rough week and I saw that you just uploaded a HxH video on Chrollo, litteraly made my day today!!! I so happy and I really appreciate the fact on how you give ur views, thoughts and theories about Chrollo as he is one of my favorite characters of this series, I really do have a different view now on him and you couldn't have done a better job at it, it was a long wait on when u were going to upload a vid on Chrollo but u finally did and I can't tell u enough how much happy I am... Thank you so much, will totally wait for more of ur vids in the coming future!!! 😀
Sigh what an amazing video I was reminiscing about HxH today and decided to search about my favourite gang of miscrits and came upon this. It has been years since I last paid attension to this series. Thank you for this insight on Chrollo!
This is a very good character analysis. I agree on all points. One of the main antagonists in my novel (which I'm trying to finish for years now) is heavily influenced by Chrollo. The key to making villains (or antiheroes) effective is to enshroud them in mystery, just enough for the readers (or viewers) to keep guessing, and to slowly build on their motivation. A change in their motivation may also help make them more interesting, more riveting. And this, and more, Togashi has mastered.
Awesome. I love this video!!!!! Chrollo is my favorite character in HxH because I can't understand him. He is soooo mysterious. But after watching this video I can understand him a little bit. Thank you sooooo much!
This was my reddit post on the matter, it is eerily familiar to your video ""Why indeed...because they have nothing to do with us? No.. On second thought, it isn't that simple how to verbally express our motives. I'm not fond of it. But oddly enough, or perhaps it's not that odd. Is that the key to finding myself?" When Melody listened to Chrollo's heart, she heard his dance with death; a tune most ominous that few people would ever take upon themselves. However, when asked upon who him and his ilk were, he simply looked out the window with a smirk and responded calmly. "The Spider." At surface level, it would appear that Chrollo is hardcore enough to dance with death. However, I believe the reason he does is because it's quite easy for him. He grew up in a place where nobody cares about you. Quite honestly, his very name is suspect. I highly doubt that was his birth name and simply a name he identified with from one of the many books he has read when he was younger, but that's mere speculation on my end; but it makes sense when you take into account the evidence supporting the fact that Chrollo Lucilfer is a man with a bizarre identity crisis. He created the Spider, poured himself into the Spider, and even made it a point that the Spider lives on should Chrollo die. This seems very noble in the eyes of those in Troupe, but I think it's much more selfish than that. Chrollo isn't sure of his identity, and upon forming the Spider, he made it a priority that it survives no matter what. The Spider is so important to him because it's the closest thing to his identity that he ever had. Chrollo doesn't even seem to identify himself as an individual, but the Spider. Should he die, another is replaced, ensuring his identity lives on. For a man who doesn't fear death and has nerves of steel, he shed tears upon learning of Uvo's death. That is because not only did Uvo die, but a part of him died that night. This probably caused him great pain and as a means of appeasing that pain, he had a requiem and took his pain out on those he believed robbed him. Speaking of robbing, Chrollo certainly does cherish in stealing things that don't belong to him. Indeed, even his hatsu revolves around the concept of stealing another person's hatsu, which is in essence that persons Nen identity. Chrollo is aware of this and doesn't seem to talk about it much except for the one scene alone in Yorknew where he captured Gon and Killua a second time under the darkened rainy sky. Chrollo may seem to care about his own, but he uses the Spider as a way of self-identifying himself in the world and is almost entirely selfish.. but necessary. The members of the Troupe seem to not mind, after all. This is what I believe to be Chrollo's weakness. Not killing him, but his sense of identity. This is why Hisoka going after the Spider is one of the biggest threats to Chrollo, if not the biggest. He won't be losing his life, but parts of his identity. Pieces of his soul he projects unto the members of the Troupe. I really want to see Chrollo dealing with the loss of two of his members in the upcoming chapters to see if this theory holds true.
A list of the sources used for this video (also available in the description):
www.reddit.com/r/HunterXHunter/comments/1ic64x/interview_with_togashi_included_in_hxh_no_0/
www.reddit.com/r/HunterXHunter/comments/6quw2y/chrollo_lucilfer_themes_influences_and_context/
www.reddit.com/r/HunterXHunter/comments/5ft67n/chrollos_identity_crisis/
www.reddit.com/r/HunterXHunter/comments/5b5ksd/possible_meaning_behind_kurapikas/
EDIT:
I want to add a couple of points that I didn't say in the video but that make this interpretation even stronger.
Firstly - my claim that Chrollo believes in fatalism is reinforced by a tradition that the Spider use for settling disputes: flipping a coin. An act totally based in chance/luck - or if you believe in what Chrollo does, fate.
Secondly, something that a commenter put forth that is actually a great point to add to this - "Chrollo stopped viewing Hisoka as a Spider when Hisoka took off the fake-tattoo to fight Chrollo (since Chrollo could reveal his situation to Hisoka). And then accepted his fight when it is forbidden for spiders to fight among themselves. So while Chrollo may have been fascinated with Hisoka he doesn't consider Hisoka part of himself anymore." Cheers to Psycho3418 for bringing this idea up.
ALSO - I referred to Chrollo as deterministic, and while that may be true, the more appropriate term would be fatalistic. There is a distinction between those two terms and while one can argue for both, Chrollo falls more under the latter. I used the both terms here but probably should have leaned on "fatalistic." Just a small note there.
I'm literally obsessed with this video
I like hisoka better but that's just my opinion.
@@solairesouls3525 Lmao. My guy, almost everybody finds Hisoka better as he's likable to an extent. Idk about being written but what you said is not an unpopular opinion.
@@Comicbroe405 as I said it's just my opinion
@@solairesouls3525 Yeah sure. Np. I like Hisoka more too
I knew Chrollo was cool af when gon asked him “why do you kill people who have nothing to do with you?” ...and chrollo didn’t have a response. He was trying to even try to find the answer to that
I absolutely loved the scene when gon asked that question to him and he's like
" Using words to describe my motive , I don't really like that "
He's trying to imply something of greater importance there .....
Emotion doesnt have a reason. You just learn to feel it in a certain situation. Thats why. Gons no different. Theres no reason to get upset when someone hurts who you love
He gave that answer when fighting hisoka
@@protocetus499 what did he said can you tell me please ?
@@marcjulydr Chrollo said that human life is no different than doll thats why he have zero problem killing human.
Only Togashi can characterize a character with about 30 minutes of screen time which you can analyse for 40.
Itamar loooool yeah
He could make a sheet of paper complex
Togashi is a master of characterization based on contradictions.
Itamar seriously, togashi is a genius
Agreed same with Tonpa. Probably the best character of all anime
I think that Kurapika and chrollo are in many ways the opposite of each other. Kurapika loses "his" identity through revenge and rage. Chrollo tries to find his identity by creating terror and despair. The whole thing is a circle.
Yep, contrasting character arcs, all very dualistic and opposing. Very fitting. And similar to the Gon-Meruem dynamic.
He’s not trying to create anything. All he wants to do is keep the trope alive so he’s not alone. Even after death.
@Elikaakile I think he seeking of identity is mostly for that identity to give him emotions.
I have a feeling he seeks experiences to be able to feel emotions. Although he has certain emotions, he is still very emotionally stunned.
I love how you put "his" in quotation marks X D
Like gon and meruem 😁
Chrollo is a shonen protagonist gone wrong
He fights for his friends and puts them ahead of himself, he enjoys finding new abilities and lives for adventure.
The phantom troupe is basically a chaotic evil adventuring party, and like a player character, he doesn't see other people as people, he sees them as "NPCs"
John Fuklaw imagine playing dnd with your friends and killing everyone and not caring only to later realize that everyone you killed was a real person
Cinneflame that reminds me of Enders Game, except it wasn’t his friends that Ender killed in the end.
John Fuklaw
I don't really see the "chaotic" part.
@@bowwowo they should make a movie about this
Schwarzer Ritter
Did u miss the bodies and destruction they leave in their wake?
This video just increased my crush on Chrollo to an unhealthy level.
Same 😂
Same I'm too thirsty for him 😵
Crazy. If that stupid Master of Kurapika would just have told his Disciple about Important Facts like the Existence of Nen-Exorcism, then the Fate of the World would have been visibly different! He could have said to Chrollo to never speak to a Nen Exorcist! What a missed Chance!!
Oh shit I got it wrong but when he was next to smaller characters he was a midget but it must be a camera angle.
@@imkidinc.9568 no hes not lmao hes hisokas height
23:25- Uvogin: There's a traitor in our group.
Chrollo: There are no traitors.Besides, Judas wasn't a traitor-
Uvogin: Its Hisoka isn't it?
Chrollo: Its probably him.
Grimoire666 I think he may be bipolar as a result of his strong beliefs. Maybe that's why he has his unique power too.
Uvo: it's Hisoka isn't it
Chrollo: I don't know that Bonovolo guy seems pretty suspicious, i don't think I've heard him talk in this arc
I wonder if Chrollo was aware that Hisoka didn’t really consider himself one of the spiders and was only there to challenge chrollo
@@TheKazuluka remember the reason why he can talk to him
007 Above All no I think I might be missing something, what was it?
coolest character of all time
Real recognize real.
Kakoi!!
Agreed!!
nah
I fucking nutted when I saw swags comment
Chrollo, Is an overall slept on character in the anime community, one of the most interesting characters in my opinion.
Kasis No one sleeps on chrollo. you really think that lmfao
@@AKIRABattlefront2 No, he really is slept on. All they see him as is.... a big titty goth gf 😔
@@perlag5344 High asf. Chrollo is the most op nigga in the series. You're dumb as shit
@@AKIRABattlefront2 tell that to meruem
i think HXH is a slept on anime in the anime community, although i gotta say i like it this way because of the hate wave the internet is going thru rn
What makes Chrollo such an intresting character?
Those earrings. I can't stop lookin at 'em.
I have earrings like those
@@Lexcelds where’d you find them?
@@Xaforn keep me updated
They don't make sense at all.
Can't not love the ornaments
He realized Kurapika's true intent, before Kurapika could realize it himself
How
@@kaceycat3661 i cant even explain of how much i love this comment
@@kaceycat3661 Kurapika doesn't want to lose anymore than he's already lost as opposed to wanting to gain something from striking revenge against the Troupe
Herself*
No lol, kurapika already knew his intent
Man this makes his nen ability make a lot more sense. He doesn't have an identity internalized and is in search of one, that's why he steals other's nen which is always an extension of their identity. He has no identity so when his nen (an extension of one's true nature) manifests, it steals what is around and accumulates them inside but it's never enough because he can't fill an identity externally.
this comment is so underrated. should've been liked by aleczandxr.
He is nothing without others abilities.
this is totally canon looool
Aleczandxr said this in the video.
Edit: 9:23 is the time. Aleczandxr talks about Chrollo taking nen powers because he doesn't have an identity and they are so personal. I could have sworn there was another line in which he talks about him taking nen being because of needing to steal identities but I guess it was just that line.
One of the best things I read
I would love to watch a spinoff series of Chrollo in his younger days with him learning how to use Nen and recruiting the Troupe members
TheRandomThings23 HELL YEA
or like a one-shot like hisoka got!! that would be SO cool
would love to see this series finish
I knows this comment is years old but I have to ask anyways.
Do you think that they somehow found a mentor willing to teach them nen or were they self taught?
both most likely.
Careful old man, he can steal your techniques.
Teacher: For the midterm paper I would like a 5 page analysis on something you like
Alec: Hold my beer
He doesn’t know himself that’s why his ability is stealing other people’s ability because he understands others
more than himeself
Faz sentido
Can you elaborate more on this
@@yinnachillon3366 nen abilities are basically customizable to how the character wants it to work. Since chrollo doesn’t have an identity and grew up alone, he uses other peoples nen as his identities like a chameleon because he already knows everyones downfall since he believes in fate and uses the girls nen to confirm it. By using nen powers of other ppl, he can use other peoples resolves to guarantee that he wont lose and isn’t afraid of death.
He reminds me of Johan Liebert
It's come to the point where watching your videos on HxH is as mandatory as the episodes of the show
Jeeeeez, that's among the best compliments I've ever received.
@@Aleczandxr It's so true without your videos I wouldn't have understood how deep the show is and why it is so well praised Togashi writes characters so well that we need someone to explain why they are like they are
Great Video
I need a Illumi x Hisoka x Chrollo spin-off series as them as roommates lol
I just need this fight
the thought of this was too great and i need it now
So no one told ya life was gonna be this waaayy *clap, clap, clap, clap
Mereum komugi pouf pitou and yupi on a road trip in an rv.
@@glorioustigereye I would have just likes to see Hisoka vs Pouf..... or any Chimera Ant, but Pouf specifically.
They always ask who is chrollo lucifer
Not how is chrollo lucifer😔
if you want to know how he is you have to ask the members the same question. ^^
Why is Chrollo Lucifer
Lucilfer*
OOO OOO thats the weeb japanese name dude
@@Jinx-iw6zb What is Chrollo Lucilfer?
The phantom troupe needs it's own anime tbh...
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It would be a slice of life anime
Given how togashi has changed the protagonist of hxh before (Yorknew, succession arc) who knows? We might get an arc centered around the phantom troupe with Chrollo as the protagonist
@@bobody354 keep dreaming of that
@@bobody354 that's a good dream
I always understood Chrollo’s assessment of Judas and the traitor as such: Hisoka and Judas aren’t traitors because they don’t betray their own inner goals and sense of self. At heart, Hisoka was never loyal to Troupe; he joined out of his own self-interest and hedonistic desire to challenge Chrollo. Similar to Judas, who of the twelve disciples harbored a greater selfishness, Hisoka’s actions stay true to his loyalty to his own ambition and greed, never failing to betray his loyalty to his own identity, which Chrollo (as you outlined in your video) likely respects and values highly.
i was wondering how they have a judas parallel to ours in replica fashion within their hxh alternate world
i trip
damn this needs more likes
Anyone calling themselves "Lucifer" obviously has an identity crisis
Its Lucilfer
I will still always read it and pronounce it as, “Lucifer”
Deacon Raymond you do you
Its lucilfer lol
it's not even Lucifer
"These questions will be answered in the future" All we have to do is wait for like 50 years
The distant* future
Or summon lovely ghost writer and tackle some weird poems
Damn you are right, at this pace Hunter X Hunter will be finished in 10 years.
Togashi might die before that
In the distant grim darkness of the far future, there is only Hiatus
So if chrollo thinks of himself as the spider and the spider can't die since it's an idea... Then that would explain why he doesn't fear death
Yes. That’s why he actually fears Kurapika and Hisoka trying to destroy the troupe, but not when they try to kill him
“The more you think about Chrollo, the more interesting he is.” i couldn’t agree more
HunterxHunter is so meaty I love it, there's always room for new things to uncover and understand the more you sink you teeth into it, whether it is the characters,the themes or the world. This is why it will always be my favorite piece of literature.
Great job breaking it down.
17:00, I love Chrollo for this; a lot of leaders don't tell their followers what to do if/when they die and because of that everything they've built tends to fall apart.
True. A lot of leaders feel more classically entitled than Chrollo does, though it still may stem back to self-interest.
Hi chrollo is cool and He the best Because His Team might Die But Not Only That But it Also means They become A Spider .
Great analysis, especially the part at the end. I would add that chrollo's favouritism of hisoka comes down how (releativly) free Hisoka is.Where chrollo's is bound by fate seeking identity and purpose, no other character is so sure and fully aware of themselves and their actions as hisoka. I wouldn't be surprised if he looks on to him a bit enviously, and is disrespectful attitude is tied to the true freedom and purpose the spiders lack, chrollo's wishes to have and hisoka has in spades.
Is chrollo bipolar? Or does he have BPD
He's basically his self-desteuctiveness.
Idk if you say this or not im 20 minutes in but i think rather than a leg, hisoka is a parasyte within the spider, not representing chrollo but something that eats him apart, limb by limb, literally, the parasyte attempted to go straight for the head but failed, and so it must whither it down first, it relies on the spider to live, but the spider must die in order for its purpose to be fulfilled
I agree with this analogy, and Chrollo probably thinks something similar. But he only came to that realization recently, I think.
Very much hit it on the nail in my opinion, great stuff
g
I think Chrollo is the most handsome anime villain of all time.
Definitely would smash
His voice thoooo
Yeeeea
You obviously skipped Tonpa
Johan Leibert bro. He’s described as beautiful and perfect by everyone who meets him. He’s also just the most amazing villain I’ve ever seen in anime, so that helps.
One of the sexiest anime character of all time
Excuse me wtf
what about hisoka :(
i completly agree
@@galedekarios bro Hisoka isn't really sexy. Look at his nose from the side and hes got a goofy face sometimes.
@Alexander Supertramp fax
I scream with joy every time Aleczandxr uploads an HxH video
Nice profile pic
YYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS
Hxh=best anime Aleczandxr=Best UA-camr
same hahaha
Especially when it's 30+ minutes
38 MINUTES ON ONE CHARACTER HOLY SHIT
Yeah.. I wanted to take my time with this one.
Aleczandxr it paid off man !!!!!!! Good fucking job
Christian Obryant Thanks!
Go watch Tekking, he has made character discussions over 2 hours long.
@@jahnumies naw NOT MY cup of lean
I'm genuinely curious as to how you made such a huge video out of a character that says so little. Excited.
Steven Peeckford Ben Tenyson could best chrollo
Steven Peeckford HE WUNT DA ADD REVINEWWW
Character Analysis:
Chrollo: *Almost 40 min of complex identity analysis*
Hisoka: ''Because... he's Hisoka..'' 30:10
it's funny because it's true xD
The Kid really gave a full-on psychology research paper on an anime character with what seems to be 6-8 pages worth plus presentation with complete comprehension and well articulation of the matter. Give this man a degree!
He has an honorary doctorate in HxH Studies
@@redayanphotography8800 haha
Chrollo is an INFJ so obviously one can write a lot about him
You know... I'm starting to get the impression that you may be a HxH fan...
Nah, shit series.
Aleczandxr Ah, ok. You almost fooled me.
Nigga your pfp made me box my screen I hope you got the money to pay for this shit 😤😤😤
@@Jayden-h4t1q 💀
@@Jayden-h4t1q u broke ur hand after punching ur phone? 💀💀
30:10 - Because he's Hisoka haha no other explanation needed.
EpicAnimeRequiem lmfao love his explaination he deserves more subscribers specialy the bible verse at the end
Yeah.. =)
😂😂😂
Mn
Yet another Great Video. It’s one I’ve been looking forward to for a while, and I was not disappointed at all. Love the ending quotes. Really makes you wonder just how far ahead Togashi plans things and just how incredible his genius truly is.
Cheers dude, glad you liked it.
I think he just takes alot of time thinking about his story.
He aint rushing anything :D
You’re one of the smartest and most brilliant analyzer. Yo break down things very well. Your HxH videos are simply phenomenal. Please keep it up!
Thanks! But also be sure to check out the sources I used because this video would not have been made without them!
A character of HxH that I believe to be worth of your undeniably detailed and analytical perspective is Leorio and his contribution to the series. I'd love to see your take on him. I ask those who agree to give this comment an upvote
Lol, no need for upvotes. I intend to do a Leorio video eventually.
Oh wow, a response from the man itself. Thanks man!
@@Aleczandxr Could we get Pariston please!
Damn it...
do you know that feeling you have when you hear an analysis or a theory so excellent and consistent that you can't help but feel that it's the real truth? That's what I'm feeling right now.
While I'm really happy about finally finding out who Chrollo is and what his role in the story is I can't help but feel a bit bitter about it. From now on I will never be able to come up with a theory or analysis of him ever again without taking this master stroke of a character analysis/theory into account.
As Meruem would say:
"An individual can reach his limit after much training.
You are a rare example of one who has transcended that limit.
Bravo. You have earned my praise."
IT'S FINALLY HERE!!!!
Mathwiz97 oh shit it's mathwiz too
PERFORMING FOR YOU
Mathwiz97 does he turn good ?
fianllyy
The Other other GOAT is here too
Been waiting for this to drop more than a fucking album
HYPE.
SupremeG 38 minutes too almost like an album
Bisky>Chrollo😤
Chrollo bouta drop that heat!!
the error that chrollo makes on the airship w/ kurapika is, while understanding his own love for the spider bc it represents him, he underestimates just how much some of the members love HIM as an individual. This is seen when machi, nobunaga and pakunoda all risk their lives and the spider as a whole to save him. Definitely the most touching scene in the arc
God this video is a stroke of genius. Also that ending... 10/10
Thank you.
Damn you must have been good at writing papers in school
Haha, I was alright. I'm better now.
Man, you made me do a complete 180 on Chrollo. Good job.
Thanks, happy to hear it.
Oh my god, so much wrong with this analysis! Ok first off....nah I'm just playin =P. It was excellent. I've always had a Sensui vibe from Chrollo but never considered Chrollo's "sense of self" being within each of the Spider in the way that Sensui has multiple personalities. There's little info on Chrollo so for you to discern so much so well is truly a testament to your love of the series and to your talent.
Thanks a lot, Chris! Glad you liked it, I put quite a lot into this so it's nice to see that I made you think of something new re: Chrollo.
Wow I never thought of the similarities between Sensui with his multiple personalities & Chrollo's connection with the Troupe as Aleczandxr stated as parts of himself. So awesome to get a new look at some of the characters Togashi implemented in separate series that almost mirror each other
I couldn't have agreed any more.
Literally the best character analysis I have ever seen, which made me realise how relatable Chrollo Lucifer is.
Togashi keeps suprising me, as well as you.
Much appreciated, and I’m happy that you enjoyed.
Aleczandxr
I am so happy and amazed as well, I even showed this video to my mom and sister xD
I truly love you work, I have been watching your channel all day...and was just wondering whether you might make some analysis videos on Attack on Titan?
Well glad you enjoy it! And I don’t have plans for AoT but maybe season 3 will bring something interesting to talk about.
Aleczandxr
Oh I see...well, given what is currently happening in the manga, you might indeed have a lot to say about it in the future..!
Anyways, thanks for answering, and many thanks for the amazing work. 👌🏼
That part about Chrollo's personality reflecting his Nen power is AMAZING! 11/10 analysis!
FFVII Forgotten Capital theme. The chills...
Amazing video!
This gon be good
I certainly Phinks it will be ;)
Sophia Ulrich oh please don't killua the joke
Im gay.
I'm Netero pleased.
I don’t get it can someone Illumi-nate the situation for me?
I'm going to enjoy this to the fullest. Thanks for your hard work.
Thanks for watching!
*slowly stands up while slow clapping* Best 40 minutes of my life so far. Such a great peek into such a beautiful man.
Thank you! Glad you liked it.
Aleczandxr 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖
When Chrollo have flashbacks of his past we saw two kids running behind him. Who are they? Are they part of the Phantom Troupe? Are they just some random kids? Are they Chrollo's brothers if he have any? Find out next time on Hunter X Hunter
It most likely would be a phantom troupe member since some of them grew in meteor city
Next time?? Ya probably in 2090
Feitan and Phinks
good news brother
It was Shalnark and Franklin. They were running from Uvogin and Machi after stealing from them.
Bruh the amount of work and perfection put in this video is incredible. Especially with the analogy of the bible at the end. Well done my friend...Chrollo is my favorite character in H X H !
Thank you! Though I have to mention that a lot of aspects from the video are thanks to external sources and they definitely deserve mention. Links to those are in the description and pinned comment!
This has made me love Chrollo even more
Lucilfer isn't forgiving and lenient of Hisoka anymore ever since Hisoka started killing the troupe
True, he be wanting Hisoka's head lol.
@@AsogiMK i doubt the author would let hisoka die since he's one of the most hyped hxh character but yeah i hope chrollo kills him for real lol
@@치-y9w Nah, Chrollo is destined to die, because his character's existence is eventually incompatible with the existence of two main characters, Kurapika and Hisoka.
Hisoka is by all means the 5th main character in HxH (Like Kakashi is the 4th in Naruto), and his rivalry with Gon is now the longest running narrative of the series (now that Gon has finally met Ging), and for now his sole purpose is hunting down the troupe, and Kurapika's whole existence revolves around the same thing.
I can see Kurapika dying in some sort of mutual destruction against Chrollo, but there's no justification for Hisoka to die as well.
@@Hafnooz agreed. but on a side note I think kakashi is the 3rd after naruto and sasuke. No one has a fleshed out story like kakashi in the whole series besides those 2. Theres even videos on UA-cam sayin naruto is kakashi’s story lol (I know that’s extreme)but it just goes to show how important kakashi is to naruto. I hope u don’t think Sakura is above him lol or who did you have just curious?
@@purplesky4157 Sorry I didn't get notified 2 weeks ago lol, well I definitely don't like Sakura at all, but she is supposed to be the "official" 3rd main character, even though she rarely does anything useful for the amount of screen time she has.
Kakashi is definitely a great main character though :D
Bro I have a buttload of homework due tonight. Why you trying to keep me from graduating college?
Because fuck the system, right?!
Aleczandxr ... the system is celibate, from my understanding. Somewhat of a cock tease, to be honest.
*cries*
Purely Presbyterian Well you would actually be bringing your own demise. Don’t blame others for your laziness young one.
Bcoz ur too noob
Fuck off
We all know Chrollo is just a pawn in Rookie Crusher Tonpa's masterplan
Outstanding video. A work of art. Very long but every minute was worth it, with extremely few nitpicks. This is one of my favourite videos ever.
Well, I've gotta say. At the very least your analysis was very satisfying. It served to fill in the gaping hole and lack of understanding that I previously had of Chrollo and I'm truly satisfied. Despite the occasional disagreement I had with a few of your minor points it was clear A LOT of work and love was put into this video, you covered a lot and we're able to satiate my curiosity for the time being.
Whilst I feel a little was still left out for instance, the light symbolisms that exist within Chrollo and the Troupe you acknowledged the larger themes that Togashi had laid out.
Whilst not much of an analysis based around the linguistics and literary devices used but one based simply on the words and actions (which make up the majority of an analysis) It was very well done.
The three points you made about Chrollo essentially made Chrollo make sense. I love the fact that you addressed his deterministic qualities/features and his longing for an identity which had made him become so profoundly attached to the Troupe like the Troupe is a part of himself.
Not only did you concisely and eloquently put together your thoughts and explanations but the evidence you used (the very little evidence Togashi has so far provided) had justified your points very, very well.
Bravo, I can't wait for Togashi to get back from his current Hiatus to shed some more light on this enigma.
Looking forward to some more of your videos. Your hard work and determination are a source of motivation for me, and no doubt many others.
So...He literally identifies as the Phantom Troupe?
Freddy Jones Bruh😮
Damn I'd always thought he was just provoking Kurapika when he said that, even with Melody there. Never considered it to be a serious statement until this video.
I will never get tired of these HxH videos
If we ever get there I think it would be interesting if chrollo turned out to be the last surviving member of the spider and in a rematch against hisoka he develops a new and unique hatsu independent of bandits secret unlike bookmark, to show that in his potentially final moments he finally grasped something of an identity that is uniquely his and no one else's. Something that could reflect the pain hisoka brought upon him, which could even cause him to stray from the belief everything is predestined the fight could end either way but I think him losing and dying would be a better end to his character
Kurapika: Hey, I called dibs on that identity first!
he is my boyfriend,he just doesnt know it yet
Same
Ya'll gay asf
@@nightflares3572 Yeah I am
Night Flares guess me and you have something in common
@@vveeknd oh
*Reviewing my Patreon Pledges*
"Man, $5 to Aleczandxr? Is that really worth it?"
*Aleczandxr releases a 40 fucking minute video on a single HxH character*
"I mean, yeah, alright."
Didnt watch a second of the video.
Already liked the video.
Because...
Aleczandxr never disappoints.
Shucks.
Aleczandxr reported
Man. Just Incredible.
That reference to apocalypse in the end left me speechless.
This is surely one of your best videos. I never understood why I liked Chrollo as he appears so little in the story, but damn you done it. AND A FREAKING 30 MINUTE LONG AMAZING VIDEO.
You're amazing aleczandxr.
Thanks so much for the kind words, I put so much into this video so comments like this mean a lot.
Yeah, same, literally just spent the morning reading chapters 18-22, funny how that tied together.
No ads in the middle of the video! YOU ARE THE MAN! Seriously though you should put one at the start and end. Your videos are awesome and really thought out you should get something.
Lol, I put ads at the beginning, end AND middle. Sometimes people just get lucky and they don't show up, though. Thanks though, glad you like the videos.
Possibly the most genius thematic analysis for one of the most poetically written character. Meruem and Chrollo were truly works of art ib my eyes, but the depth that chrollo adds with his ideals in contraste to Meruems ignorance is... Purely poetic. When watching the anime for the first time I looked at chrollo and even though you could tell he's strong, you can see just how intense he really is, and later on you can see how mellow he can get when it comes to the troupe. The way expresses himself throughout the Yorknew Art is both bizarre and poetic.
The best character evaluation of Chrollo on UA-cam!
Chrollo would be so turned on by Guts
Francisco Juarez why?
megazion34
If chrollo finds humans interesting for going against fate or causality then someone like guts who's almost entire character arc and manga is about this very topic then yeah
Humans are interestinf
Agreed, he shares a similar train of throught with griffith in that he can see motivations and finds people fascinating although they are completely different.
@@chuchojuarez95 Judai Yuki (Jaden Yuki) from Yu-gi-oh! GX too. Not joking at all, Judai actually have power to change his fate what is seen in season 2 against the Light Society and Sartorious.
Chrollo is such an interesting character
This is why chrollo is one of my favorite characters in all of anime
Every video you make is a 10/10 for me, I really like the way you analyse these complexe characters, and i find every second of your videos worthy of being watched
Thanks so much!
I think Hisoka has started to attack the troupe because he's realized he'll never be able to have his 1 v. 1 battle against Chrollo while the troupe is alive.
I think he's also upset that the troupe ruined his chance to fight Chrollo individually, so he wants to destroy the troupe by picking off each member before fighting Chrollo. Which makes sense because this would elevate the stakes of Hisoka's death match with Chrollo since Chrollo would (as stated in this video) be fighting for the only thing that really matters to him and be confronted with his only real fear: I.e., if Chrollo is the last member, then his final duel with Hisoka becomes more interesting for Hisoka because he'll have pushed Chrollo to the brink of fighting for the only thing he cares about--the troupe's existence.
This is because if all other members are killed before Hisoka fights Chrollo, then the troupe dies if Chrollo dies.
I'm sure Chrollo realizes this and will plan on gaining more recruits.
I'm also interested to see how this intersects with Killua, Illumi, and the Zoldyck family at large--since Killua's sibling is a troupe member.
Eduardo Flores Idiot. There are many more abilities in Chrollos book
@@tristando6615 Stop.
Hidden lmaoo yall a bunch of idiot thinking hisoka can beat chrollo without prep. Didnt chrollo fought with 2 zoldycks without preparation? yall idiot.
Tristan Bernigal how stupid can you get. smh
@@tristando6615 Seriously stop, no one said anything at all about the abilities in chrollos book.
What even are you going on about.
Your analysis truly help pass through the hiatus, and my good sir, you are truly a genius. How you dive deep into characters and explain things that i never noticed or even thought about after watching the series 3 times and reading the manga. Being able to dive into what the genius Togashi has crafted also takes a genius. WELL DONE!
P.S. Can't wait for the Killua Zoldyck analysis
Thank you!
That bible verse at the end as symbolism for chrollo was pure genius. Great video man ;)
Cheers man!
Yoshihiro brings life into his characters with his exceptional understanding of the human psyche. This intrigues me to no end.
so chrollo is the human embodiment of "I'm 14 and this is deep" ("Who am i")
My edgelord KING
"Who is Chrollo Lucilfer?"
My fucking baby daddy; fight me on it.
Zetsubou Junko Ben Tenyson could one shot chrollo
so if there was a Judas in the HxH world ... there was a Jesus too right? Was Jesus a Nen user? Could explain a lot
sfoth91 oh shitttt . You're on to something. Believe it or not I once said this about Jesus using chakra on his feet like naruto. Lol
sfoth91 jesus could have been a healer idk what nen category that makes him 🤣
Yuup chrollo is the hxh verse jesus. The 12 troupe members are his 12 apostles and hisoka is his judas
nah Jesus is a stand user
Za Warudo
He also told some kid to kill the president.
OMG, I can't thank you enough, I've been having a super rough week and I saw that you just uploaded a HxH video on Chrollo, litteraly made my day today!!! I so happy and I really appreciate the fact on how you give ur views, thoughts and theories about Chrollo as he is one of my favorite characters of this series, I really do have a different view now on him and you couldn't have done a better job at it, it was a long wait on when u were going to upload a vid on Chrollo but u finally did and I can't tell u enough how much happy I am... Thank you so much, will totally wait for more of ur vids in the coming future!!! 😀
No problem, thanks to you for watching. Happy to hear that you enjoyed :)
AUGH!! THAT BIBLICAL QOUTE ENDING WAS PURE BEAUTY!!
Sigh what an amazing video I was reminiscing about HxH today and decided to search about my favourite gang of miscrits and came upon this. It has been years since I last paid attension to this series. Thank you for this insight on Chrollo!
IVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS VIDEO FOEVER! Chrollo’s my favorite character btw
He's like a gentle Ahab; forever chasing empty meanings & his indoor fish
Been really enjoying Hunter X Hunter, glad I listened to your recommendation.
I watched it because of Alec and I'm so thankful..
Contempt Man indeed, in fact, I may pick up the manga at some point, but I'm currently reading Akira.
Awesome to hear, it's a great series.
Where can I watch
This is a very good character analysis. I agree on all points. One of the main antagonists in my novel (which I'm trying to finish for years now) is heavily influenced by Chrollo. The key to making villains (or antiheroes) effective is to enshroud them in mystery, just enough for the readers (or viewers) to keep guessing, and to slowly build on their motivation. A change in their motivation may also help make them more interesting, more riveting. And this, and more, Togashi has mastered.
Have you finished the novel? I'd love to give it a read
Awesome. I love this video!!!!! Chrollo is my favorite character in HxH because I can't understand him. He is soooo mysterious. But after watching this video I can understand him a little bit. Thank you sooooo much!
No problem, thanks for watching it! Glad you found it useful!
This was my reddit post on the matter, it is eerily familiar to your video
""Why indeed...because they have nothing to do with us? No.. On second thought, it isn't that simple how to verbally express our motives. I'm not fond of it. But oddly enough, or perhaps it's not that odd. Is that the key to finding myself?"
When Melody listened to Chrollo's heart, she heard his dance with death; a tune most ominous that few people would ever take upon themselves. However, when asked upon who him and his ilk were, he simply looked out the window with a smirk and responded calmly.
"The Spider."
At surface level, it would appear that Chrollo is hardcore enough to dance with death. However, I believe the reason he does is because it's quite easy for him. He grew up in a place where nobody cares about you. Quite honestly, his very name is suspect. I highly doubt that was his birth name and simply a name he identified with from one of the many books he has read when he was younger, but that's mere speculation on my end; but it makes sense when you take into account the evidence supporting the fact that Chrollo Lucilfer is a man with a bizarre identity crisis. He created the Spider, poured himself into the Spider, and even made it a point that the Spider lives on should Chrollo die. This seems very noble in the eyes of those in Troupe, but I think it's much more selfish than that. Chrollo isn't sure of his identity, and upon forming the Spider, he made it a priority that it survives no matter what. The Spider is so important to him because it's the closest thing to his identity that he ever had. Chrollo doesn't even seem to identify himself as an individual, but the Spider. Should he die, another is replaced, ensuring his identity lives on. For a man who doesn't fear death and has nerves of steel, he shed tears upon learning of Uvo's death. That is because not only did Uvo die, but a part of him died that night. This probably caused him great pain and as a means of appeasing that pain, he had a requiem and took his pain out on those he believed robbed him.
Speaking of robbing, Chrollo certainly does cherish in stealing things that don't belong to him. Indeed, even his hatsu revolves around the concept of stealing another person's hatsu, which is in essence that persons Nen identity. Chrollo is aware of this and doesn't seem to talk about it much except for the one scene alone in Yorknew where he captured Gon and Killua a second time under the darkened rainy sky. Chrollo may seem to care about his own, but he uses the Spider as a way of self-identifying himself in the world and is almost entirely selfish.. but necessary. The members of the Troupe seem to not mind, after all.
This is what I believe to be Chrollo's weakness. Not killing him, but his sense of identity. This is why Hisoka going after the Spider is one of the biggest threats to Chrollo, if not the biggest. He won't be losing his life, but parts of his identity. Pieces of his soul he projects unto the members of the Troupe. I really want to see Chrollo dealing with the loss of two of his members in the upcoming chapters to see if this theory holds true.
Phantom Troop > Akatsuki
HotSkull more like Phantom Troop >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Akatsuki
Chill
*troupe
Haha. No.
Itachi would slay them all.
It's not even close. Only members of the Akatsuki who have the slightest of depth are Itachi, Hidan, Pain/Nagato, and maybe Deidara.
love your videos bro ! chrollo is one of my favorite hxh characters among with kurapika and kisoka
Glad you enjoyed!
This is so good I’ve been meaning to watch it for a while, glad I did
Amazing analysis on Chrollo. Very informative too. Felt like I've found out more about the character without reading/watching more of HxH. Bravo, sir.
Thanks.
I️ have never clicked so fast
LegendaryMoji Ben Tenyson vs chrollo
Damn that profile pic and that name are total cancer
That’s embarrassing
FINALLY! I've been waiting for a video completely focused on Chrollo.
The content I truly joined this site for 👌👌👌
Came here to learn who Chrollo was.....Left with a personal existential crisis wondering where my place is in life. 10/10 would nihilist again.