The English dub for this episode is highly regarded, with viewers noting that it maintains the "phenomenal" quality seen in earlier pivotal battles like Meruem vs. Netero. Some fans expressed specific interest in how the dub would handle the transition into the more political Election arc that follows.
The episode ends on a high note by introducing the Hunter Association's elite Zodiac members and showing Gon’s father, Ging Freecss , in the present day for the first time. Dub Performance Hunter x Hunter 2011 (Dub) Episode 136
Many reviewers identify the reunion between Reina (Shidore) and her mother as the emotional highlight. The dub is specifically praised for handling this moment with grace, emphasizing themes of unconditional love and the "silver lining" following the arc's tragic events. The English dub for this episode is highly
Reviewers note the stark contrast in the boys' current states. Gon remains in critical condition after his transformation, while Killua is shown in a deeply emotional state, vowing to save Gon but demanding an apology for Gon's earlier selfishness. The episode ends on a high note by