Black Clover is an ongoing manga by Yūki Tabata, serialized by Shueisha since 2015 with 36+ volumes as of 2026. In a world where magic power determines status, Asta is born with no magic at all — yet he wields a mysterious grimoire containing an anti-magic sword. Alongside his rival Yuno, Asta dreams of becoming the Wizard King. Black Clover is known for its energetic battles, large cast of magic knights, and satisfying power-up progression. It was adapted into a popular anime that ran 170 episodes.
Use the sections below for the full reading order, volume list, and follow-up recommendations.
All Black Clover Volumes in Order
Read in publication order from Vol. 1 to the latest.
- Black Clover, Vol. 1: The Boy's Vow
- Black Clover, Vol. 2
- Black Clover, Vol. 3: Assembly At The Royal Capital
- Black Clover, Vol. 4
- Black Clover, Vol. 5
- Black Clover, Vol. 6
- Black Clover, Vol. 7: The Magic Knight Captain Conference
- Black Clover, Vol. 8
- Black Clover, Vol. 9
- Black Clover, Vol. 10
- Black Clover, Vol. 11
- Black Clover, Vol. 12
- Black Clover, Vol. 13
- Black Clover, Vol. 14
- Black Clover, Vol. 15: The Victors
- Black Clover, Vol. 16: An End And A Beginning
- Black Clover, Vol. 17: Fall, Or Save The Kingdom
- Black Clover, Vol. 18
- Black Clover, Vol. 19
- Black Clover, Vol. 20
- Black Clover, Vol. 21
- Black Clover, Vol. 22
- Black Clover, Vol. 23
- Black Clover, Vol. 24
- Black Clover, Vol. 25
- Black Clover, Vol. 26
- Black Clover, Vol. 27
- Black Clover, Vol. 28
- Black Clover, Vol. 29
- Black Clover, Vol. 30
- Black Clover, Vol. 31
- Black Clover, Vol. 32
- Black Clover, Vol. 33
- Black Clover, Vol. 34
- Black Clover, Vol. 35
- Black Clover, Vol. 36
Black Clover Reading Order
1. Magic Knight Exams / Dungeon Arc (Volumes 1–4)
Asta and Yuno receive their grimoires and join rival Magic Knight squads — Asta joins the Black Bulls, the worst-ranked squad. Early missions and the Dungeon arc introduce the world’s magic system and the threat of the Eye of the Midnight Sun.
2. Royal Capital / Forest of Witches Arc (Volumes 5–14)
The Eye of the Midnight Sun launches an attack on the Royal Capital. Asta’s anti-magic powers and arm injury send him to the Forest of Witches for treatment, revealing more about his power’s origins.
3. Elf Reincarnation Arc (Volumes 15–25)
The Eye of the Midnight Sun’s true goal — the reincarnation of an ancient elven civilization using human hosts — is revealed. Every Magic Knight Captain becomes possessed. The arc is the emotional peak of the series, featuring Asta’s devil transformation.
4. Spade Kingdom Arc (Volumes 25–36+)
The three Dark Triad of the Spade Kingdom aim to open a Tree of Qliphoth to summon devils into the world. Asta and Yuno must grow stronger to face god-level threats. The arc is ongoing and escalating to the series’ conclusion.
Where to Read Black Clover
Manga Plus offers free access to the first and latest chapters. Physical volumes are available from the publisher. We recommend buying official volumes to support the creator.
Frequently Asked Questions About Black Clover
- How many Black Clover volumes are there? Black Clover has 36+ volumes as of 2026. The series is still ongoing, published by Viz Media.
- Is Black Clover manga finished? No, Black Clover is still ongoing as of 2026. The Spade Kingdom arc is building toward the series’ climax.
- What order should I read Black Clover? Read Black Clover in publication order, Vol. 1 to the latest. There are no spinoffs or alternate reading paths. Start at Vol. 1.
- Is the Black Clover anime complete? The Black Clover anime ran for 170 episodes (2017–2021), adapting through around Vol. 28. It was followed by the Black Clover: Sword of the Wizard King film in 2023. The manga continues beyond where the anime ended.