Neferpitou

The Ant King's physician who fell to the sheer vengeance of Gon Freecss.

Born in the Neo-Green Life (N.G.L.) Autonomous Region after the queen's offspring learned Nen by consuming Hunters, Neferpitou acts as the King's personal physician and enforcer. During the crisis involving the Republic of East Gorteau, Neferpitou proved formidable enough to challenge the Hunter Association's efforts. Neferpitou is one of Meruem's Royal Guards; Pitou kills Kite and is later killed by Gon, who is driven by vengeance.

Quick Facts

Species: Chimera Ant

Lore & Background

Neferpitou emerged from the Chimera Ant queen's offspring, which overthrew the Republic of East Gorteau after learning Nen. Autonomous Region. Their capabilities were tested during the Hunter Association's intervention led by President Netero. While Netero ultimately defeated Meruem with a suicide bomb, Neferpitou remained a central figure in the conflict, embodying the strength of the Ant King's inner circle until the crisis concluded.

Reader's Guide

Their primary function was to protect the King and manage threats, including the Hunter Association's forces led by President Netero. The character's most defining narrative moment involves the death of Kite, which triggered Gon Freecss's vengeance. During this confrontation, Gon overexerted his Nen to defeat Neferpitou, leaving himself critically injured in the process. This event serves as the climax of the Ant storyline before the resolution involving Killua retrieving Alluka to heal Gon.

Did You Know?

The Royal Guard served in the Republic of East Gorteau after it was overthrown by the Ants.
Gon Freecss killed Neferpitou while driven by vengeance for Kite's death.