About to turn 10, Black Clover Yūki Tabata 's manga is in its final arc, but interestingly, the author still doesn't have a definitive ending for the story.
This approach is reminiscent of the path taken by Akira Toriyama with Dragon Ball , which continued far beyond its intended duration due to its massive success.
Like Toriyama , Tabata has some ideas about how to conclude Asta's story, but he doesn't have a set plan. This may seem surprising, given that the series has been published for a decade, but it's a strategy that has worked for Dragon Ball. The classic manga gained iconic elements precisely because of its author's creative freedom, such as Gohan's temporary role as the protagonist.
Since its 2015 debut in Weekly Shonen Jump , Black Clover has maintained a loyal fanbase. The anime, while popular, took a break after catching up with the manga, avoiding divergences like those seen in Shaman King and Fullmetal Alchemist . Now, with the manga freed from the pressures of the anime, Tabata can explore new possibilities without being tied to a rushed ending.
It was recently announced that the Black Clover anime will follow a "cour" format, similar to that of Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War , allowing for more faithful adaptations. Meanwhile, the manga continues to surprise, showing that the lack of a defined plan can be a creative asset.
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