Black Clover’s Anime Return Will Not Make Us Wait Much Lo...

Black Clover’s Anime Return Will Not Make Us Wait Much Longer

Asta shouting as seen in Black Clover Sword of the Wizard King movie

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After nearly four years of radio silence, the moment Black Clover fans have been hoping for is finally taking shape. The confirmation of the anime’s return at Anime Expo 2025 didn’t just spark excitement, it reignited the entire fandom. A teaser trailer, a dramatic new visual, and creator Yuki Tabata’s heartfelt message proved that the series is gearing up for a major comeback worthy of its long hiatus.

The return window is not set in stone, but with Crunchyroll confirming exclusive streaming rights and Studio Pierrot back in the production seat, it’s clear that the next chapter of Asta’s journey is closer than fans once feared. And although the official listing calls it “Season 2,” longtime viewers know this is essentially the long-awaited Season 5. But no matter how you label it, Black Clover is rising again.

The Countdown to Black Clover Season 2

Asta seen smiling in Black Clover Sword of the Wizard King

The announcement alone was enough to calm years of speculation, but fans received even better news: the upcoming season is expected to arrive in 2026. With production already in motion, a late-2025 update or early-2026 premiere looks increasingly likely. After Pierrot’s workload eased following Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War, the timing finally aligned for Black Clover to retake the spotlight.

Much of the confusion around the “Season 2” label stems from Crunchyroll’s continuous-run classification, but fans have not budged from calling it Season 5. Regardless of the numbering, the new season picks up exactly where things left off, adapting the explosive Spade Kingdom Raid Arc and jumping in around Chapter 270 for a seamless continuation.

This arc promises brutal confrontations with the Dark Triad, Dante, Vanica, and Zenon, whose devil contracts bring devastating new power levels into play. Meanwhile, Asta’s bond with Liebe is set for its first true test, giving fans their long-awaited look at Devil Union in full force. And Yuno, now aware of his royal lineage, is primed for some of his most defining moments yet.

Why the Wait for Black Clover's Return Was Worth It

Asta in Black Clover: Sword of the Wizard King

The lengthy hiatus was not just production chaos, there were critical reasons behind the pause. The anime had nearly caught up to the manga, and instead of padding the show with filler, Pierrot chose restraint over repetition. That decision, while frustrating in the moment, ultimately protected Black Clover’s story integrity and avoided a repeat of the infamous Naruto filler era.

Since then, the manga has added more than 100 chapters, giving the anime a comfortable buffer. That abundance of material ensures that the adaptation can maintain strong pacing and deliver the high-stakes storytelling the Spade Kingdom Raid Arc demands. With Pierrot also embracing shorter seasonal runs, fans can expect tighter, higher-quality production rather than the grind of back-to-back continuous episodes.

Fan anticipation has only amplified since the Anime Expo reveal. Social media, subreddits, and community spaces have burst back to life, shifting from speculation to celebration. With a fresh trailer, a striking new visual of Asta, and Tabata’s own enthusiasm fueling the hype, the stage is set for one of the most exciting anime returns of the decade. Black Clover’s comeback may have taken years, but everything now points toward a return that will be more than worth the wait.

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Black Clover

10 stars 9 stars 8 stars 7 stars 6 stars 5 stars 4 stars 3 stars 2 stars 1 star Like Follow Followed TV-MA Comedy Action Anime Fantasy Release Date 2017 - 2021 Network TV Tokyo, TV Osaka, TV Aichi, TVh, TVQ, TSC Directors Matsuo Asami, Rokou Ogiwara, Tazumi Mukaiyama, Akira Shimizu, Fumio Maezono, Daisuke Chiba, Toshihiro Maeya, Yoshimitsu Tsuda, Toshiaki Kanbara, Takahiro Enokida, Yasumi Mikamoto, Kenichi Maejima, Chihiro Kumano, Naoki Horiuchi, Yoshino Miwa Writers Kanichi Kato, Mio Inoue, Masanao Akahoshi, Momoko Murakami, Kunihiko Okada Franchise(s) Black Clover

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Gakuto Kajiwara Asta (voice)
Nobunaga Shimazaki Yuno (voice)

Genres Comedy, Action, Anime, Fantasy Creator(s) Yūki Tabata Powered by

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