Encouraged by this revelation, Gon intends to leave his home and go to the hunter's exam, a series of tests that seek to demonstrate the skills, survival and teamwork of his participants. Gon, who at all times thought that his parents had died, is surprised one day thanks to his father's disciple, Kite, that he was still alive and has earned a reputation as one of the best hunters, high class and accredited individuals for tracking secret treasures, exotic beasts and even other individuals.
12 years before the beginning of the story, Ging Freecss left his little son Gon in charge of his aunt Mito on Whale Island.
