Where to Start Reading the Black Clover Manga After Season 1?
Where to Start Reading the Black Clover Manga After Season 1? The anime adaptation of Black Clover by Studio Pierrot wrapped up its massive 170-episode run, leaving fans eager for more. While the movie Black Clover: Sword of the Wizard King delivered incredible action, anime-only viewers are still wondering what happens next in Asta and Yuno’s journey toward becoming the Wizard King.
If you have finished watching episode 170 of the anime and want to continue the story immediately, here is the ultimate guide on where to start reading the Black Clover manga.
What Manga Chapter Does Black Clover Season 1 End On?
The Black Clover anime concludes at Episode 170, which officially adapts up to Chapter 270 of the manga (titled “Together“).
To pick up the story seamlessly without missing any crucial details, you should start reading from Chapter 270 or Chapter 271 in Volume 27
- Anime End Point: Episode 170
- Manga Starting Chapter: Chapter 270 / 271
- Manga Volume: Volume 27
- Story Arc: Spade Kingdom Raid Arc
While Episode 170 covers most of Chapter 270, reading Chapter 270 from the beginning is highly recommended to get the full context of Asta’s Devil Binding Ritual and his pact with Liebe.
What Arc Comes After Episode 170
When you begin reading from Chapter 270, you enter the climax of the Spade Kingdom Raid Arc.
This major narrative arc focuses on the Magic Knights’ infiltration of the Spade Kingdom to rescue Yami Sukehiro and William Vangeance from the Dark Triad (Dante, Vanica, and Zenon Zogratis). The stakes are higher than ever, featuring:
- Asta & Liebe’s Devil Union: Unlocking the true potential of Anti-Magic.
- ​Supreme Devils: The emergence of terrifying high-ranking devils from the Underworld.
- Yuno’s True Origin: Major revelations regarding Yuno’s lineage and power upgrades.
Should You Read Black Clover Manga From Chapter 1?
​If you have already watched all 170 episodes, you do not need to restart from Chapter 1. Studio Pierrot’s anime adaptation stayed remarkably faithful to Yuki Tabata’s original manga.
However, jumping straight into Chapter 270 allows you to experience Yuki Tabata’s breathtaking artwork, exceptionally fast pacing, and panel design that couldn’t fully be captured in the weekly anime format.
Where Can You Read the Black Clover Manga Officially?
You can read the Black Clover manga legally and in high quality through official digital platforms:
- VIZ Media: Offers the latest chapters and official volume releases in English.
- Manga Plus (Shueisha): Provides the three most recent chapters for free globally.
- Shonen Jump App: A subscription service giving access to the entire Black Clover manga backlog.
Final Thoughts
With over 360+ chapters currently published in the manga, there is a massive amount of story waiting for anime fans. Starting at Chapter 270 will plunge you directly into the most action-packed phase of the series.
Source: MAL
