Ten stabilizes the Aura flowing chaotically throughout the body. In battle, the strength of one's Ten equals their defense against Nen Attacks. This concept is very similar to Armament Haki.
Takeru felt that if the two could be combined, his own attack and defense power would definitely reach an extremely high level.
Next was Zetsu, which eliminates one's own presence, but reduces defense against Nen Attacks to almost zero. It can also speed up recovery when fatigued.
Ren: Releasing the maximum amount of Manifested Aura...
Hatsu: The pinnacle of Nen Ability, allowing free manipulation and application of one's own Aura.
Then came the basic application techniques: Shu, In, Gyo, En...
Shu: Wrapping Aura around items in contact with the body, enhancing their properties. Very similar to Imbuement but more technique-based. The wrapped object can even leave the body.
In is an application of Zetsu. When using Hatsu, it hides one's Aura, making it difficult for others to detect.
Gyo is an application of Ren. It concentrates Aura on a specific body part, making it stronger. It can also be concentrated in the eyes to see through an opponent's In.
En is a high-level combined application of Ten and Ren. It extends Aura outward from oneself as a center point, detecting intruders within the covered area. It resembles Observation Haki, but consumes more energy and has a much smaller range.
Of course, while En seems to have disadvantages compared to Observation Haki, once mastered to a high degree, it can, to some extent, sense the intentions of others.
There are many other techniques like Ken, Ryu, Ko… all developed from combinations of various skills and application techniques...
Hisoka explained these theories in great detail to Takeru, who listened carefully and memorized them, comparing them with his own recollections. The differences were minor, indicating Hisoka likely wasn't lying.
Afterwards, Takeru demonstrated Armament Haki for Hisoka and quickly explained its training methods.
Upon hearing this, Hisoka showed a thoughtful expression.
Next, Hisoka used Hatsu to forcibly activate the latent Nen within Takeru's body. There are two methods to awaken Nen: a gradual, safer awakening that takes longer, and a forced awakening.
Forced awakening requires learning to retain Aura within the body within a limited time. This method uses external Aura like shock therapy to forcibly open the sealed Aura Nodes in Takeru's body...
It is because these nodes are sealed that the Aura inside cannot form a proper cycle, keeping Nen dormant.
Now, Hisoka's task was to open all of Takeru's Aura Nodes in one go. While Hisoka's actions might carry some ill intent, his technique was undoubtedly powerful.
Takeru felt he understood Hisoka reasonably well. Hisoka couldn't be simply labeled as a hero or a villain… he was more of a unique, neutral character...
Capricious, deceptive, enjoys bloody battles, a pervert, but definitely not someone who kills indiscriminately without reason.
Hisoka's life goal is to find prey, and his interest is to nurture rivals and then defeat them.
In other words, he seeks individuals with combat potential, likened to 'unripe apples', patiently waiting for them to grow until they are worth killing.
He possesses extremely strong principles. Since Takeru had made it clear this was a trade and had demonstrated something of equal value, Takeru was confident Hisoka wouldn't break his word.
Or rather, even if he did, Takeru wasn't afraid. His formidable defense and various abilities were his trump cards. If Hisoka intended him harm, Takeru would definitely make him regret it...
"Alright, Takeru, take off your jacket and turn your back to me," Hisoka said with a sinister smile.
Hearing this, Takeru simply nodded, took off his jacket, and turned his back without any guard up.
"You really do trust me," Hisoka remarked, showing a hint of surprise.
"Of course. In a way, I'd say I understand you fairly well, Hisoka," Takeru replied with a smile.
"Oh? That's truly interesting! We haven't met before, have we?" Hisoka inquired.
"No," Takeru answered decisively.
"Is that so?" Hearing Takeru, Hisoka nodded casually and said no more. He placed his hand near Takeru's back...
As his hand approached, Takeru felt a wave of warmth. Though Hisoka's hand wasn't directly on him, Takeru felt a pushing sensation.
However, after focusing his energy, Hisoka couldn't help but frown.
He discovered that once his Aura tried to enter Takeru's body, it met with immense resistance, as if Takeru's body was instinctively defending against it.
Moreover, Hisoka sensed this defense wasn't Takeru's active doing, but rather his muscles inherently offered great resistance.
This meant that under normal circumstances, if someone attacked Takeru with Aura, his physical defense alone would likely negate a large portion, with even less actually harming him...
Though shocked, Hisoka remembered his task. He was a man of his word. Having promised Takeru, he wouldn't go back on it.
'If a small amount of Aura was ineffective, then...'
Thinking this, Hisoka widened his eyes. A massive surge of Nen erupted from his body, flooding toward Takeru...
As Hisoka increased his Aura Output, Takeru frowned slightly. The pushing and burning sensations became much more pronounced.
Though puzzled, Takeru didn't act rashly. Before long, Takeru felt as if some lock within his body had been opened, bringing an indescribable sense of relief.
He could clearly see a special gaseous energy dissipating from his body...
It somewhat resembled telekinesis but was fundamentally different. Simply put, telekinesis felt more like a derivative of spiritual energy, while Nen was born from the body's life energy, influenced most by the Constitution attribute, but also by Defense and Spirit...
"Huff... Huff..." After helping Takeru open all his Aura Nodes, Hisoka showed signs of fatigue, looking at Takeru as if he were a monster.
The amount of Aura emanating from Takeru's body was far too vast for someone who had just awakened Nen.
Meanwhile, Takeru, still experiencing his new Nen Ability, was unaware that the examiners aboard the airship were in a state of shock.
Even Netero frowned, looking toward the room Takeru was in.
First, Hisoka had released a terrifyingly massive Aura. Then came Takeru's. Since Takeru hadn't yet used Ten to contain the aura around his body, Nen Masters like Netero could sense his extraordinarily powerful Aura.
For an untrained individual to possess such volume and density was truly startling.
Examinees like Gon and Killua, who hadn't learned Nen, also showed signs of discomfort. They possessed great potential and were very sensitive to Nen, so even without it awakened, their bodies instinctively warned them of danger...
Meanwhile, Takeru, after briefly sensing his new ability, began to control the continuously dissipating Aura. The control method was similar to telekinesis… simply by will.
And it worked smoothly. Guided by his will, the dispersing Aura began to circulate within him like blood… flowing from his head, down his right shoulder to his arm, through his legs to the left side, then halting, finally swirling around his body...
In less than a minute, Takeru had gained complete control over his Nen. What delighted him most was that Nen Control was largely similar to telekinesis. Even as a beginner, he could manipulate it skillfully, thanks to his regular training with telekinesis...
Then, Takeru used his Nen to quickly form the numbers 1 through 10 above his palm, manipulating them swiftly and precisely.
"Truly astonishing. You've really never been exposed to Nen before?" Watching Takeru effortlessly handle Nen, Hisoka showed genuine surprise, followed by excitement.
He trembled slightly, itching for a fight. Clearly, in his mind, Takeru had ripened into a perfect, delectable apple.