It has been quite a while since the last episode of "Hunter x Hunter" Chapter 360 was released. No definite date has been given since the "Hunter x Hunter" creator Yoshihiro Togashi needs to take some time off to focus on regaining his health.
According to a statement by Shueisha, the manga series' publisher, "The last time the series was put on hold, it was because of Togashi-sensei's lower back pain, and once again, his condition has gotten worse, necessitating a break again. At this time, it is not certain when we will be able to resume the series."
Togashi is suffering from spina bifida which is a kind of birth defect particularly in the vertebral column bone that exposes the spinal cord which should have been protected inside it. The congenital malformation is caused by the insufficient closure of the embryonic neural tube. The awful condition prompts him to have a complete bed rest as advised by his doctor.
Due to his weary condition, there are reports that Viz Media will no longer work with Togashi in order for him to concentrate on getting well. Rumor also has it that the publishing company instead will hire writers to continue what Togashi hasn't finished. However, it is being feared that the concept will no longer be the same since it was Togashi's concept from the beginning, according to Chatt Sports Net.
In addition to rumors, if in case Togashi will no longer be able to continue his writing, Viz Media will give him a position that would not aggravate his back pain. His condition is the reason why Chapter 361 is getting delayed for release, Vine Report reported.
Meanwhile, at the end of Chapter 360, the Black Whale has been invaded by Nen parasites and one of the guards has been possessed leading to the killings of three people. Kurapika will now face the infected guard and kill him or be killed.
A handful of sources believes that the release of Chapter 361 would be probably in Feb. 2017. This is in accordance with the timeline as to when the preceding chapters were launched. Fans should keep themselves busy while waiting for the release of the next chapter.