Some viewers find the episode's slow pace and heavy focus on side characters frustrating during the "Palace Invasion," while others appreciate the meticulous world-building and the long-term payoff regarding Gyro.
In the English dub of , Episode 123 is titled "Centipede x and x Memory" . This episode is a pivotal moment in the Chimera Ant Arc , focusing on a tense psychological standoff and a long-awaited character rebirth. Plot Summary Hunter x Hunter 2011 (Dub) Episode 123
Parallel to the standoff, Palm Siberia , who had been captured and experimented on, finally emerges from her cocoon. She is revealed to have been reborn as a Chimera Ant (Experimental Soldier No. 1), complete with a purple gem on her forehead and a new, colder disposition. Viewer Reception Some viewers find the episode's slow pace and
For a full breakdown of the episode's production and cast, you can check its entry on IMDb or Hunterpedia. Plot Summary Parallel to the standoff, Palm Siberia
Fans and reviewers on Reddit often highlight this episode for giving depth to side characters like Welfin and Ikalgo, transforming them from minor threats into complex individuals.
The episode provides a major narrative payoff by referencing Gyro , the former leader of NGL. Welfin realizes his true loyalty remains with his old friend, leading him to abandon his hostility toward Ikalgo and reveal crucial information.
The episode primarily follows the confrontation between the octopus Chimera Ant and the suspicious, paranoid Welfin in the lower levels of the Royal Palace.