The X Fight X Begins — 81 :

"The × Fight × Begins" is the 81st episode of the 2011 anime series. It marks a significant turning point as Gon and Killua face their first Chimera Ant in actual combat. Key Features of Episode 81

: The episode balances intense action with gruesome displays of Chimera Ant ruthlessness, such as Rammot's treatment of local wildlife, reinforcing the high stakes of the arc. Fan Perspectives 81 : The x Fight x Begins

: Viewers see a "tag team" approach to Nen. Killua uses his lightning abilities to stun Rammot, creating an opening for Gon to land a powerful "Rock" punch. "The × Fight × Begins" is the 81st

Watch Gon and Killua face their first Chimera Ant test under Kite's supervision: Fan Perspectives : Viewers see a "tag team"

: Kite uses this encounter as a "checkpoint" or test. He refuses to intervene, insisting that Gon and Killua must defeat the enemy on their own to prove they won't be a liability in the more dangerous territory ahead.