Alluka Zoldyck, the second-youngest child of the Zoldyck family and the host of the mysterious entity known as Nanika, is voiced by Maaya Uchida in the original Japanese version of Hunter × Hunter (2011). In the English dub, Alluka is voiced by Xanthe Huynh.

Alluka plays a central role in the 13th Hunter Chairman Election Arc, where her relationship with Killua becomes one of the most emotional storylines in the series. Maaya Uchida’s performance captures Alluka’s innocence, kindness, and vulnerability while also distinguishing her interactions from those involving Nanika.

Japanese Voice Actor (Maaya Uchida)

Date of Birth

Maaya Uchida (内田 真礼)

  • December 27, 1989

About Maaya

Maaya Uchida is a Japanese voice actress, singer, and actress who has become one of the most prominent performers in modern anime. Known for her energetic performances and impressive emotional range, she has portrayed numerous leading characters across action, fantasy, romance, and comedy series.

As Alluka Zoldyck, Uchida delivers a heartfelt performance that emphasizes the character’s gentle personality and deep affection for Killua. Her work helps make Alluka one of the most beloved late-series additions to the Hunter × Hunter cast.

Hometown

Tokyo, Japan

Career Highlights

Some of Maaya Uchida’s most notable roles include:

  • Alluka Zoldyck — Hunter × Hunter
  • Rikka Takanashi — Love, Chunibyo & Other Delusions!
  • Norman — The Promised Neverland
  • Hiyori Iki — Noragami
  • Catarina Claes — My Next Life as a Villainess
  • Liliruca Arde — Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?
  • Angel Devil — Chainsaw Man
  • Melty Q Melromarc — The Rising of the Shield Hero

Full Current Filmography

The following list reflects major documented credits from reputable sources and may not be exhaustive.

Television Anime

  • Hunter × Hunter (2011) — Alluka Zoldyck
  • Love, Chunibyo & Other Delusions! — Rikka Takanashi
  • Noragami — Hiyori Iki
  • The Promised Neverland — Norman
  • My Next Life as a Villainess — Catarina Claes
  • DanMachi — Liliruca Arde
  • Chainsaw Man — Angel Devil
  • The Rising of the Shield Hero — Melty Q Melromarc
  • Food Wars! — Yuki Yoshino
  • A Certain Scientific Railgun — Frenda Seivelun

Anime Films

  • Love, Chunibyo & Other Delusions! Take On Me — Rikka Takanashi
  • Hunter × Hunter franchise-related appearances as Alluka
  • Numerous theatrical projects connected to her television roles

Video Games

  • Genshin Impact — Fischl
  • Honkai Impact 3rd — Fischl
  • Granblue Fantasy — Multiple Characters
  • Various Hunter × Hunter franchise games featuring Alluka

Critical Reception

Maaya Uchida’s portrayal of Alluka is frequently praised for its warmth and sincerity. Fans often point to her scenes with Killua as some of the most emotionally moving moments in the Election Arc. Her ability to convey both Alluka’s innocence and the unsettling presence of Nanika helped create one of the series’ most memorable character dynamics.

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English Voice Actor (Xanthe Huynh)

Date of Birth

Xanthe Huynh

  • June 22, 1993

About Xanthe

Xanthe Huynh is an American voice actress known for her work in anime, video games, and animation. Her performances are often praised for their warmth, emotional authenticity, and ability to bring gentle, introspective characters to life.

As Alluka Zoldyck in the English dub of Hunter × Hunter (2011), Huynh delivers one of the most heartfelt performances in the series. She captures Alluka’s innocence, kindness, and unwavering love for Killua while also helping distinguish the character’s interactions from those involving Nanika. Her portrayal plays a crucial role in the emotional impact of the 13th Hunter Chairman Election Arc.

Hometown

Xanthe Huynh was born in Orange County, California, United States.

Career Highlights

Some of Xanthe Huynh’s most notable roles include:

  • Alluka Zoldyck — Hunter × Hunter
  • Haru Okumura — Persona 5
  • Ui Hirasawa — K-On!
  • Hanayo Koizumi — Love Live! School Idol Project
  • Altina Orion — The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel
  • Marianne von Edmund — Fire Emblem: Three Houses
  • Yoriko Kichijouji — Blue Archive
  • Mizuki — AI: The Somnium Files

Full Current Filmography

The following list reflects major documented credits from reputable sources and may not be exhaustive.

Television Anime

  • Hunter × Hunter (2011) — Alluka Zoldyck
  • Love Live! School Idol Project — Hanayo Koizumi
  • K-On! — Ui Hirasawa
  • Blue Exorcist — Additional Voices
  • Magi franchise productions — Supporting Roles
  • The Irregular at Magic High School — Additional Voices
  • Various Crunchyroll, Viz Media, and Bang Zoom! anime productions

Anime Films

  • Hunter × Hunter: The Last Mission — Alluka Zoldyck (franchise-related cast credits)
  • Love Live! film projects — Hanayo Koizumi
  • Various anime films connected to her television roles

Video Games

  • Persona 5 — Haru Okumura
  • Persona 5 Royal — Haru Okumura
  • Persona 5 Strikers — Haru Okumura
  • Fire Emblem: Three Houses — Marianne von Edmund
  • Fire Emblem Heroes — Marianne von Edmund
  • The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel series — Altina Orion
  • AI: The Somnium Files — Mizuki
  • Blue Archive — Yoriko Kichijouji
  • Numerous RPG and visual novel projects

Critical Reception

Xanthe Huynh’s portrayal of Alluka Zoldyck is widely praised among English-dub viewers for its sincerity and emotional depth. Fans frequently highlight her scenes with Killua as some of the most touching moments in the series, particularly during the effort to save Gon following the events of the Chimera Ant Arc.

Her ability to portray vulnerability, compassion, and childlike innocence helped make Alluka one of the most beloved supporting characters in Hunter × Hunter. Many viewers consider Huynh’s performance one of the standout additions to the later arcs of the English dub.

Outside of Hunter × Hunter, Huynh has earned acclaim for performances such as Haru Okumura in Persona 5, Hanayo Koizumi in Love Live!, Marianne von Edmund in Fire Emblem: Three Houses, and Altina Orion in the Trails series.

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