Going to a place like the Dark Continent...
In fact, what is needed more are specialized skills to handle various situations, so the demand for direct combat strength isn't that high.
Of course…
As long as the team size doesn't exceed the limit, the more combat strength, the better.
This in itself is a beneficial thing with no disadvantages.
But the Dark Continent is no walk in the park. Danger lurks everywhere, and a single misstep could cost you your life.
Therefore, Moses' primary consideration still revolved around professional skills, which is why he hadn't thought to trouble Kanzai, Wright or the others.
In actual practice, even Biscuit's profession is not suitable for going to the Dark Continent, but her Nen Beast, Cookie, could provide the team with crucial sustainability.
As for Menchi, Shizuku, Pyon, and Sanbica's skills...
Basically, they can play a role in the process of exploring the Dark Continent.
The reason why he didn't go to look for Kanzai, Wright and the others is not because he favors girls over boys, but it was simply because the professionals Moses was familiar with were mostly women.
If he could choose any teammate he wanted, Moses would have also considered Cluck, the Rooster among the Zodiacs.
Although Cluck is a woman with a rather unpleasant personality, her knowledge of plants and communication skills were highly specialized and valuable.
Then there was Gel, the Snake of the Zodiacs. Despite her aloof demeanor, her expertise in poisons and her ability to create antidotes and serums were equally indispensable for exploring the Dark Continent.
Additionally, someone like Knov, with his [Hide-and-Seek] ability, would be a great asset. With his help, Moses wouldn't need to allocate his ability system resources to create a similar ability.
But Moses had no connections with these people, so naturally, he couldn't recruit them.
In the final analysis-
Anything related to the Dark Continent is taboo. Even with money, it wasn't guaranteed that skilled individuals would be willing to help.
The most important thing was to have like-minded teammates...
This is also the fundamental reason why Moses hesitated before asking Biscuit and the others.
Because before he brought it up, Biscuit and the others had never thought about adventuring in the Dark Continent.
It was only because of their existing relationship that Moses could convince Biscuit and the others to accompany him on this dangerous journey.
Under these circumstances, the team wasn't lacking in combat strength, so Moses hadn't thought to involve Kanzai or the others.
Now, seeing Kanzai arrive with Pyon, Moses was naturally surprised. He then realized that Pyon might have told Kanzai about the Dark Continent.
As if they had telepathic connection, Moses glanced at Pyon, who playfully winked at him.
Kanzai's arrival-
Was indeed orchestrated by Pyon.
After receiving Moses' call for help, Pyon no longer cared about the so-called taboos of the Hunter Association, let alone the risks she would take when going to the Dark Continent.
Simply because Moses had asked for her help, she agreed without hesitation.
Later, when she found out Moses hadn't contacted Kanzai, she took it upon herself to subtly hint at the matter to Kanzai.
As a member of the Hunter Association's radical faction, Pyon wasn't as innocent as she appeared.
Beneath her youthful, bunny girl outfit, she hides the means and schemes that are proportional to her status.
So she would not be as hesitant as Moses, and would directly find a way to call Kanzai over, which would at least add another capable member to the team.
However, her decision to bring Kanzai wasn't entirely selfless.
While part of it was to help Moses, it was also a small act of revenge against Kanzai for his previous conversation with her.
It's because Kanzai actually suspected her of trying to exploit Moses's abilities to boost the radical faction's presence in the Hunter Association, which was the reason why she was so eager to get close to Moses!
For Pyon, such thing is unforgivable!
Which is why she held a grudge!
Thus, Pyon's plan was this:
Since Kanzai was so righteous in testing her motives for Moses, he could now be equally righteous and accompany Moses on a trip to the Dark Continent!
Pyon's desire for revenge was thus fulfilled.
The only downside was the torment she endured while trying to explain the concept of 'hinting subtly' to Kanzai, whose comprehension skills were practically nonexistent.
"Why are you creating a big fuss? Can't I come?"
Kanzai came closer and looked at Moses unhappily.
Moses paused for a moment, then corrected him: "Zaikan, I think you mean 'making a big fuss'."
"Don't tell me what to say!"
Kanzai's forehead was slightly bloodshot.
Not because he was being corrected on his language usage, but because of the name 'Zaikan', which had stuck with him for a long time.
No matter how much time passed, hearing that name always brought back some rather unpleasant memories to Kanzai.
Hisoka stood slightly behind Moses, eyeing Kanzai and Pyon with interest.
'85 points.'
His gaze swept over Kanzai's face, then settled on Pyon.
'77 points.'
Hisoka murmured in his heart.
Pyon keenly noticed Hisoka's scrutinizing gaze, but she didn't react much, after all, Hisoka was brought by Moses.
On the other hand, Kanzai completely missed Hisoka's scoring behavior, as his attention was entirely focused on Moses at the moment.
Moses looked at Kanzai, whose face was slightly flushed, and asked, "Are you really going?"
"I'm already here, and you're still asking such a pointless question."
Kanzai's angry demeanor gave the impression that he might start a fight at any second.
Moses was naturally unfazed by Kanzai's prickly attitude, and said seriously: "Thank you."
"Huh?"
Kanzai's eyes widened slightly, feeling a bit annoyed by Moses's polite thanks, and retorted irritably: "Instead of thanking me, how about you stop calling me..."
"I have a question~◇"
Hisoka suddenly spoke up, interrupting Kanzai's sentence.
"Earlier, you said 'are you really going'... Where are we going, exactly ♧?"
He didn't pay attention to the blue veins that were rapidly emerging on Kanzai's forehead, and instead looked at Moses with curiosity.
Speaking of which, Moses hadn't told him what kind of help he needed. He just said it was a small favor and then called him to come over and join them.
Now is a good time to ask.
As soon as Hisoka said this, everyone present, except Moses, looked at Hisoka with surprise.
To be more precise, their surprised gazes shifted between Hisoka and Moses.
"Hmm?"
Hisoka noticed everyone's reactions and couldn't help but feel puzzled. He wondered why they were so surprised by a simple question about their destination.
Moses met Hisoka's inquisitive gaze and asked curiously: "What? Didn't I tell you where we're going?"
"I can say with certainty that you did not."
Hisoka was confused, but his expression remained neutral.
After hearing this, Moses thought about it for a moment, and said seriously: "It's fine, I'll tell you next time."
After saying this, without waiting for Hisoka's response, he walked past the group toward the airport exit.
"Let's go to the meeting place."
He waved his hand casually without turning back.
Hisoka frowned, feeling that things were not simple.
Menchi, Shizuku, Pyon, and Kanzai subtly glanced at Hisoka before quickly following Moses.
"…"
Hisoka silently watched their retreating figures.
'Is it really...'
'Just a small favor?'
He wondered to himself.