Black Clover is building toward the final battle against Lucius Zogratis , and the latest chapter brought a cliffhanger that could mark the return of the Dark Triad. With its major update in the winter of 2025, in Jump GIGA , the series revealed two new chapters that bring the final arc closer to its conclusion.
Now, with Asta and Yuno reunited on the battlefield, they face Lucius with their new abilities. However, the confrontation promises to be more complex than it appears.
Chapters 377 and 378 revealed that the battles against the Paladins and Lucius's clones are coming to an end. As Asta and Yuno engage in the final battle, it appears they've defeated Lucius, but the outcome is far from definitive. Furthermore, signs point to the possible return of Lucius's brothers, members of the dreaded Dark Triad .
Is the Dark Triad coming back?
In Chapter 377 , we see Asta and Yuno advancing towards the core of Lucius's gigantic spell in the Clover Kingdom. Within the immense spirit tree , Lucius appears seated on a throne, before the defeated bodies of his brothers, the Zogratis . Amidst the scene, four heartbeats are heard, suggesting that Lucius may be preparing to revive the Dark Triad.
With their enhanced abilities, Asta and Yuno begin to evenly match Lucius's overwhelming power. Asta, who trained in the Zetten in the Land of Sun , lands a well-aimed blow, while Yuno attacks with the powerful Saint Spirit of Boreas . Although they appear to be defeating Lucius, the heartbeats heard at the end of Chapter 378 indicate that the fight is not over yet.
What will be the role of the Dark Triad in the end?
In the Spade Kingdom invasion arc, the Zogratis brothers used their demonic powers to their fullest, but were defeated by Asta and the Magic Knights. Now, Lucius may be planning to revive them, perhaps with Paladin abilities, or using their energies to fuel his own powers.
With this suspense, Black Clover keeps fans on the edge of their seats as it builds to its grand finale. Stay tuned to AnimeNew for updates on the final chapter of this epic saga!
