How many episodes are in Black Clover?

Black Clover has 170 episodes in this listed season.

When does Black Clover premiere?

Black Clover premieres on 2026-10-03.

Is Black Clover a new series?

Black Clover is a new series (Season 1).

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Black Clover(2017)

Archived · TV Tokyo

8.2TV-14170 eps

S01

ActionAnimeFantasyAnimation

ON AIR: OCT 3Season 1Archived listing

What to Expect

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Black Clover delivers loud, fast-moving fantasy action, with power reveals and hard-earned victories pushing Asta’s ambitions forward. His physical training gives the fights a concrete contrast: muscle and stubborn effort against opponents defined by magical ability. Comedy shares that high-volume energy, running alongside the action rather than bringing it to a halt.

Asta and Yuno’s friendship makes their competition more than a contest between unequal talents. They have grown up together, yet each wants the title only one can claim. Yuno’s natural command of magic gives Asta a demanding benchmark, while their shared history keeps the rivalry personal without turning it into simple hostility. Progress means trying to surpass someone who is also a close friend.

Best for

underdog heroics, competitive friendship and Action

Story lane

Action and Anime

Commitment

Season 1 · 170 episodes

Where

TV Tokyo

Official Premise

Asta and Yuno were abandoned together at the same church and have been inseparable since. As children, they promised that they would compete against each other to see who would become the next Wizard King. However, as they grew up the differences in their abilities became considerably noticeable. Yuno was a genius in his magic control and power, whilst Asta possessed no magic at all so he trained his physical body as much as possible in an attempt to make up for his lack of magic. Having received their Grimoires at age 15, Yuno unexpectedly got one with a four leaf clover symbol on his whilst Asta unfortunately did not even get a Grimoire at all. However, when Yuno was threatened, the truth about Asta's power was revealed, he received a five leaf clover Grimoire, a "black clover". Now the two friends are heading out in the world, both seeking the same goal.

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Strongest Match

Black Clover and My Hero Academia make hard-won growth exciting, with underdogs pushing themselves in a world that rewards natural gifts. Asta trains to keep pace with talented rivals, while Deku faces demanding lessons and battles alongside classmates; My Hero Academia leans more on school life and mentorship between fights.

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Why this pick

Black Clover makes it satisfying to watch an underestimated hero turn a glaring weakness into a reason to keep fighting. Asta relies on physical training where others have magic, while The Exiled Heavy Knight’s hero uses overlooked game rules to outmaneuver stronger opponents; its battles are more tactical and less explosive.

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Why this pick

Black Clover and I Became a Legend after My 10 Year-Long Last Stand both make recognition feel earned, as a hero’s real ability goes unseen by the people around him. Asta keeps proving himself through relentless effort, while the other hero returns after years of sacrifice to find belonging among fellow adventurers; its tone is quieter and warmer.

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