When did Black Clover come out?

Last Modified Mar 30, 2023 16:36 GMT
Image via Studio Pierrot.
Image via Studio Pierrot.

Black Clover is a popular Japanese manga and anime series that has gained a large following around the world. The series was first released as a manga in February 2015, and the anime adaptation premiered on October 3, 2017.

Created by Yuki Tabata, Black Clover follows the story of Asta, a young boy born without magic in a world where magic is everything. Despite this, Asta dreams of becoming the Wizard King, the strongest mage in the kingdom, and sets out on a journey to make his dream a reality.

The manga series was first published in Weekly Shonen Jump, a popular Japanese manga magazine is known for featuring some of the most well-known manga series such as Naruto, Bleach, and One Piece. The series quickly gained popularity among readers and has since been collected into 34 volumes, with more than 18 million copies in circulation around the globe.

Image via Studio Pierrot.
Image via Studio Pierrot.

The anime adaptation of Black Clover premiered on October 3, 2017, and was produced by Studio Pierrot, known for their work on popular anime series such as Naruto and Tokyo Ghoul. The first season of the anime ran for 51 episodes and covered the first nine volumes of the manga.

The anime was well-received by fans and critics alike, with its vibrant animation, action-packed fight scenes, and engaging storyline drawing in a large audience. Since its premiere, Black Clover has never failed to capture the hearts of fans of the series around the globe.

Black Clover Quarter Knights Offical Poster.
Black Clover Quarter Knights Offical Poster.

In addition to the manga and anime series, Black Clover has also been adapted into several video games, including Black Clover: Quartet Knights. The series has also spawned a variety of merchandise, such as clothing, accessories, and collectibles.

Overall, Black Clover has become a beloved series among fans of anime and manga, with its engaging storyline and memorable characters capturing the hearts of viewers around the world. Whether you're a long-time fan of the series or just discovering it for the first time, there's no denying the impact that Black Clover has had on the world of Japanese entertainment.

FAQs

A: Black Clover is a popular Japanese manga and anime series created by Yuki Tabata. It follows the story of Asta, a young boy born without magic in a world where magic is everything, as he tries to become the Wizard King.
A: The manga series for Black Clover was first released in Japan in February 2015.
A: The anime adaptation of Black Clover premiered on October 3, 2017.
A: The anime adaptation of Black Clover was produced by Studio Pierrot.
A: Yes, Black Clover has been adapted into several video games, including Black Clover: Quartet Knights.

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