Threats are always close at hand in Hunter x Hunter's fictional world, just waiting for the right moment to strike. Gon Freecs, an optimistic youngster who wants to find his father, lives in a difficult world full of exciting adventures. To accomplish this, Gon must train hard and meet a wide variety of powerful people, some of whom utilize weapons to supplement their already impressive fighting skills.

RELATED: Most Evil Weapons In Anime

An assortment of weapons is used throughout the Hunter x Hunter anime, from the deadly needles of diabolical thieves to chains fashioned from extraordinary energy. Depending on their strengths, the various weapons can swing the balance of any conflict.

7 Hisoka's French Playing Cards

Hisoka holding an ace of spades

Hisoka demonstrates that any object may be a weapon in the Hunter x Hunter anime series. Hisoka has proven himself to be a very dangerous opponent by using common French playing cards as weapons. His talent with cards only adds to his allure as a formidable hunter.

RELATED: Hunter X Hunter: Why Is Hisoka Such A Wild Card?

Hisoka's extraordinary agility and accuracy with playing cards just add to his charisma. By applying nen to his blades, he is able to sever the necks of his opponents easily. In spite of their simplicity, the French playing cards have proven to be one of the most lethal weapons throughout the series.

6 Shalnark's Antennae

Hunter X Hunter - Phantom Troupe Member Shalnark Taking Control Of A Mafioso With His Hatsu Ability

The Phantom Troupe member Shalnark was a happy-go-lucky person who killed with a smile. He had no remorse for his behavior, and he used individuals as if they were puppets to do his bidding. Shalnark's needles are an integral part of his identity.

While Shalnark's needles may seem small, they are one of the most dangerous objects in the series, at least in Shalnark's hands. Shalnark's needles have the ability to control the minds of anyone he uses them on, turning them into puppets at Shalnark's disposal. Because of Chrollo's offensive usage of Shalnark's needles, fans know they are strong enough to be employed against the other formidable characters in the series.

5 Killua's Yo-Yos

Killua Zoldyck Killua's Yo-Yos (Hunter X Hunter)

As a highly skilled assassin and one of the main characters of the Hunter x Hunter anime series, Killua is known for his cunning intellect and lightning-fast abilities. As a formidable hunter and assassin from the renowned Zoldyck family, not many characters can stand up to Killua's combat methods.

Killua's unique pair of yo-yos serves as one of the many ways in which he stands apart from the rest of the series' cast. Alloys of metal are used in the construction of Killua's yo-yos, so they are durable. Each one weighs around 110 lbs, so they are substantial and long-lasting. Killua frequently infuses his lightning power via his yo-yos, bolstering their strength and making them more difficult to counter.

4 Feitan's Umbrella Sword

Feitan pulling out his sword

In the Hunter x Hunter anime series, Feitan plays a pivotal role as a member of the sinister Phantom Troupe. Feitan was the de facto leader of the Troupe until Chrollo returned as the official leader.

Feitan's weapon of choice is a major part of his allure because it allows him to effectively employ his transmuter nen skills. Feitan is a master swordsman, so he carries a sword inside an umbrella. The hilt of Feitan's sword is designed to resemble an umbrella, while the blade itself is double-edged. Very sharp and sturdy, the blade is able to endure the power of Feitan's nen techniques.

3 Morel's Smoking Pipes

Morel holding his smoking pipe

Morel Mackernasey, an experienced Hunter with a cool demeanor, is a competent and crafty man. Morel, in contrast to most people, is a skilled strategist who can quickly come up with efficient methods against opponents. Morel, as a Hunter, fights with a massive smoking pipe. Although Morel's smoking pipe looks like a harmless prop, in his hands it is a lethal weapon.

RELATED: Underrated Anime Power Systems

In battle, Morel's smoking pipe can be used for a variety of purposes, which is one of its many advantages. Morel's pipe is more versatile than other weapons because it requires no special conditions to be activated. Morel's pipe can be used for a wide variety of purposes, including but not limited to producing dense clouds of smoke, creating illusions, making submerged maze-like constructions, and even as a club.

2 Kurapika's Chains

Hunter x Hunter Kurapika Holy Chain

Kurapika is one of the leading characters in the Hunter x Hunter anime series. First, he travels with Gon, Killua, and Leorio, but then he leaves to train alone so that he can one day return and exact revenge for his clan, which the Phantom Troupe slaughtered in cold blood for their precious eyes.

As a conjurer, Kurapika's chains are created from his nen ability. His chains are a set of five that are placed on his right-hand fingers. Each chain on each finger has a separate ability, making them incredibly versatile. From offense to defense, interrogation, and support, there are very few things the chains cannot do, making them one of the most versatile weapons in the series.

1 Netero's Poor Man's Rose

Netero laughing

In the Hunter x Hunter anime, when confronted by Mereum, king of the chimera ants, Netero used all of his strength, yet was still defeated. Netero used the miniature rose to put an end to the chimera ant king after he had exhausted all other options and Mereum was still alive.

The miniature rose is a weapon so powerful that it is utilized only when the fate of humanity is at risk. As it explodes, it generates a tremendous quantity of heat and energy that can easily destroy any living thing. There is no way for any living thing to survive the enormous cloud of deadly radiation released by the explosion. Although Mereum survived the initial explosion in the Hunter x Hunter series, he was finally killed by the poisonous radiation that was released into the air.

MORE: Anime Villains Who Use The Weirdest Weapons