The Protagonist's Career Starting From Hunter

"In fact, it can't be said that there is no change at all. At least there should be changes in the match combinations!"

Bailang's gaze shifted down to the bottom of the schedule, where the column for match combinations was sealed with tape, temporarily hiding the allocation of the match combinations.

Just as he was thinking about this, Netero happened to tear off the tape covering the column for match combinations after explaining the tournament format.

The schedule is divided and the order of matches is roughly as follows:

Group A:

111 Bailang - 290 Hanzo - 398 Gon - 112 Pansy - 397 Leorio

Group B:

396 Kurapika - 44 Hisoka - 99~ Killua - 191 Boddoro

Bailang looked at the match combinations presented on the board, and his eyebrows couldn't help but raise. The changes were quite significant.

"I've been thinking about this combination for a long time. After all, I want to make sure that everyone has at least two chances to win!" Netero stroked his beard, a satisfied smile on his face.

"Wait, according to the tournament format, this kind of match combination can indeed ensure that everyone has at least two chances to participate, but for numbers 111 and 290, they have a total of five chances. I wonder what the reason for this bias is..." someone raised doubts. It was Boddoro, number 191.

He was one of the few who only had two chances to participate, being the last one in Group B.

Boddoro's doubts were also echoed by Leorio, another undisclosed participant who only had two chances.

Although he knew that his own strength might be at the bottom of the group, the order of the match combinations was clearly not based solely on strength.

Not to mention, Kurapika was ranked above him.

It's not that he underestimated Kurapika, but after experiencing the trap tower, he knew that Killua was not only extremely powerful, but also a Nen user.

"I knew you would have this kind of doubt... The match combinations are based on your performance in the previous tests and your response strategies. Simply put, the better you performed in the previous tests, the more chances I will give you." Netero explained with a smile.

Killua's eyes narrowed in the crowd.

Although he was ranked third in Group B, in terms of opportunities, he undoubtedly had one less chance compared to Gon, who was ranked third in Group A.

"Can you tell us your evaluation criteria?" Killua couldn't help but ask, feeling dissatisfied.

Netero's gaze shifted to Killua.

"It's a pity that the removal of the needle in his brain was a bit late. Otherwise, based on this kid's potential, his ranking should be higher... Thinking this in his heart, he said, 'No, I can't tell you the evaluation criteria, it's the highest confidentiality. But I can tell you how it is evaluated.'"

"First is the benchmark for review, which is roughly composed of three aspects: physical ability value, mental ability value, and impression value."

"The physical ability value is a comprehensive value of agility, flexibility, endurance, and the combined value of the five senses."

"The mental ability value is the total value of endurance, flexibility, judgment, and creativity, among others."

"However, these values are only for reference. After all, when it comes to the final test, these abilities naturally don't need much questioning."

"What is truly important is the impression value, which refers to a certain trait that cannot be measured by the above values. If we were to say, it should be the so-called Hunter aptitude evaluation!"

"Furthermore, after face-to-face interviews with all of you, the results have turned out like this!"

Although it was said to be a brief explanation, a lot was actually said.

At the same time, with a remark from Netero, Killua couldn't help but fall silent.

"Aptitude, indeed. It is only natural for me to rank first with my aptitude. The strongest in the world is the strongest in the world, even if they are already old, their insight is still so sharp, they can instantly recognize my exceptional aptitude..."

Bailang sighed in his heart and generously gave Netero an appreciative look.

It serves you right for becoming the strongest in the world.

Based on your ranking alone, if the Chimera Ants really appear as they did in the original work, I will definitely have to intervene to rescue your group.

...Please give me flowers...

"Alright, let's continue. The way the competition works is also very simple. You can use weapons, there are no rules, as long as you can make your opponent surrender, it counts as a win."

"However... if you cause your opponent to lose their life in battle, you will immediately be disqualified, and the remaining people will pass the test unconditionally. The test will then end!"

Netero quickly continued speaking, and when he explained the rules of the competition, many people were stunned.

"You can't cause your opponent to lose their life, you can only make them surrender. In other words, the outcome of the match is entirely determined by strength..."

Since seeing the match-ups, Hanzo, who had been on edge the whole time, slightly relaxed after hearing the rules of the competition. At the same time, he secretly glanced at Bailang, who was a few people away from him.

When they were on Zebiru Island, Hanzo had witnessed the battle between Bailang and Illumi. Under the terrifying aura emitted by the two, he didn't dare to stay for long and hurriedly fled.

And now, the first round of the match on the schedule was a match between Bailang and Hanzo.

"Any questions, everyone?" At this moment, after Netero finished explaining, the bean-faced man scanned the nine examinees, including Bailang.

No one spoke, and the bean-faced man continued, "Since no one has any questions, let's begin the final test now."

With that said, a staff member wearing sunglasses walked out.

"The first round, Bailang, number 111, against Hanzo, number 290. Please step forward, both of you!"

The staff member acting as the referee announced loudly.

Without saying much, everyone except Bailang and Hanzo retreated to the side of the conference hall, leaving the spacious area in the middle for the two contestants.

"Good luck!" Although she didn't think Bailang would lose, before stepping back, Ponzu still clenched her fist to encourage Bailang.

"Don't worry!" Bailang smiled and patted the other person's shoulder.

(Seeking bookmarks, seeking flowers, seeking rewards!!!! Continued below).