In the manga, the does not actually swallow Gon and Killua.
Hisoka is impressed by Gon's potential and Leorio's courage. After knocking Leorio unconscious, he tells Gon they both "pass" his test. He carries Leorio to the next exam site himself after receiving a radio call.
Applicants are ambushed by various monsters, including Noggin Lugging Tortoises (which use strawberry-like bait) and the Frog-In-Waiting , which briefly swallows Gon and Killua before spitting them out because of the spiked juice Killua carried. Hunter X Hunter 2011 Episode 5
Episode 5 of the Hunter x Hunter 2011 anime, titled , primarily focuses on the hazardous journey through the Milsy Wetlands (Swindlers' Swamp) and Hisoka’s brutal "test" of the applicants. Key Plot Events
The in the swamp do not explode in this anime version, unlike in other depictions. Production Note: "TV vs. Home Release" In the manga, the does not actually swallow Gon and Killua
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Leorio and Kurapika witness Hisoka's violence. While they initially run, returns to fight, unable to ignore the cruelty. He carries Leorio to the next exam site
A man appears claiming to be the real examiner, accusing Satotz of being a "Man-Faced Ape." Hisoka resolves the dispute by throwing cards at both; Satotz catches them, proving he is the real examiner, while the imposter is killed.
