After years of anticipation, the Black Clover anime is officially back. During Anime Expo 2025 , Crunchyroll announced the long-awaited sequel, complete with a trailer and a new promotional visual featuring Asta in Unite mode. This confirmation reignites fan enthusiasm for one of the most beloved shōnen stories of recent years.
The announcement comes five years after the end of the first season, which concluded with episode 170 in March 2021. In that time, we only had the film Black Clover: Sword of the Magician King , which served as a bridge between the end of the anime and the final arcs of the manga . Now, with Studio Pierrot back in charge and the enthusiastic endorsement of creator Yūki Tabata , the second season promises to be more intense and refined.
Where did the Black Clover anime leave off?
Although it may seem sudden, Black Clover's return has been years in the making. After all, while the anime had ended its run, the manga continued to advance with epic battles and remarkable revelations. The new season will adapt the Spade Kingdom arc, one of the most important in the series.
This arc involves an alliance between nations, brutal confrontations with the Dark Triad, and defining moments for characters like Noelle, Nacht, and Yami. Asta reaches his emotional and physical peak, cementing his bond with Liebe, the anti-magic demon. Therefore, the animation level required will be much higher.
Crunchyroll reveals trailer and expectations for 2026
The teaser revealed a darker, more cinematic atmosphere, indicating a production with higher visual quality. Furthermore, the anime will likely follow the format of short seasons, like Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War , avoiding fillers and maintaining the high technical standards.
The premiere is scheduled for mid- to late 2026, which is plausible considering the studio's schedule with other projects. Immediately after the announcement, social media exploded with reactions and theories, and sales of the manga soared.
Black Clover returns with full force, betting on emotion, evolution, and the perseverance of Asta — the true symbol of the shōnen spirit.
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