Black Clover confirmed for new sequel after 4-year hiatus
ALBAWABA - Black Clover fans are in for a treat as reports confirmed that the TV anime is returning with a new sequel after 4 long years of hiatus, excluding the 2023 Netflix film, Sword of the Wizard King.
First confirmed by Shueisha in the Weekly Shonen Jump Issue #32, news about Black Clover's return flooded social media as fans took to platforms such as X (formerly known as Twitter) and voiced their anticipation.
Rumors about its comeback were first ignited by the popular Japanese magazine, Jump Giga, which revealed the alleged return with an ad. At the time, both Shueshia (the publisher of Black Clover's manga) and Studio Pierrot (the company behind the anime adaptation) remained silent about the matter in question.
Black Clover TV Anime has officially confirmed a Sequel/Season 2 to be in production in Weekly Shonen Jump Issue #32.
More details will be revealed in the future. pic.twitter.com/Hpxf7Uk63x — Shonen Jump News (@WSJ_manga) July 3, 2025
The popular anime rose to the top charts among shonen fans despite caveats in production quality, pacing, and voice acting (Asta's voice at the beginning arc).
In our opinion, what elevates Black Clover from similar shows in the genre is its excellent fight scenes, well-crafted setting, and beloved characters (especially the Black Bulls members, including their captain Yami).
The upcoming sequel is expected to adapt the Spade Kingdom Raid Arc from the manga, in reference to Pierrot's adaptation up to this point. According to many fans, the Spade Kingdom Raid Arc features intense fights and is considered one of the best arcs to come out for the ongoing series.
We just hope Studio Pierrot gives Black Clover the Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War treatment in terms of production quality, rather than reverting to the weekly episode format.
A seasonal approach would give animators the time they need to deliver something truly great, instead of pressure due to time constraints, as visible in the anime's prequel.
© 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba (www.albawaba.com)
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Al Bawaba
5 days ago
- Al Bawaba
South Korean star Kang Seo Ha dies aged 31
Published July 15th, 2025 - 11:35 GMT ALBAWABA - South Korean actress Kang Seo Ha died at the age of 31 after a prolonged battle with cancer, her family announced. Kang's family posted the news on Monday via Instagram, saying: "I still can't believe it, sis..." reads the message. "Even though you were enduring such great pain, you were still worrying about those around you, worrying about me..." Her family added: "You hadn't eaten properly for months, yet you always insisted I pay with your card and wouldn't let me skip a meal. My angel, who left us too soon..." © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba (
Al Bawaba
5 days ago
- Al Bawaba
Meet Ani: Elon Musk's new AI anime girl companion with an 'NSFW' mode
ALBAWABA - Tech billionaire and xAI CEO Elon Musk recently went viral on social media after revealing "Ani," Grok's new AI anime girl companion. Many took to social media, resembling Ani to Misaki, a character from the hit anime and manga, Death Note. Alongside Ani, a cartoonish red panda named 'Rudy' was also revealed as a Grok companion. By the time of reporting, the new companions are exclusive to SuperGrok users, which costs a hefty $30 monthly subscription. Musk described this release as a "soft launch," stating further that they are developing an easier method for users to interact with the companions, instead of enabling them via Grok's settings. According to Testing Catalog News on X (formerly known as Twitter), users interacting with Ani can toggle an 'NSFW' mode upon reaching level 3 with her. Additionally, social media users revealed that there's a mode of Ani wearing lingerie, and 'NSFW' clips of the anime AI companion are reportedly swarming X. Elon fans say that Ani resembles Misaki from Death Note, as both characters are very similar in appearance due to the blonde hair with pigtails and goth clothing. Grok hints at what's to come next for its companions Hints reveal that other AI companions are on the way, with a new character named "Chad" and an unknown girl in development. It seems xAI is working hand in hand with San Francisco-based Animation Inc. to produce the 3D models in question. However, it's still unclear whether xAI acquired the company or it's just a collaboration. Meet Ani & Bad RudyYour new AI friends 😬Grok's new 3D animated companions for SuperGrok subscribers. To try it, update your Grok app and enable it in the settings.
Al Bawaba
12-07-2025
- Al Bawaba
Superman smashes box office with $210M+ global debut — a record-breaking start!
ALBAWABA - Superman flies high with a record-breaking global box office debut. Warner Bros./DC's Superman earned $21.5M from 78 international countries on Friday. This puts the offshore flying total at $40M through Friday. Friday's domestic figure brings the global total to $96.5M. We still have Saturday and Sunday overseas, but domestic is leaning deeper toward this latest Man of Steel. Superman, directed by James Gunn, is predicted to gross $210M+ globally. This is slightly higher than before the weekend, but Sat/Sun play could change that. Fandango Instagram profile \Asia is soft; thus, Superman faces challenges there. This should not be surprising. We have recognized that Korea is a poor market and that Clark Kent was unlikely to succeed in China. For reference, the UK launched Friday with $3.6M, a clear No. 1 with 66% of the Top 5 flicks. This tops all comps. China made $2.4M until Friday, including sneaks. Superman's market failure is expected. The ultimate full-run prediction is slightly over $11M. As is known, it does. Superman Instagram profile In good news, Spain launched Friday at $1M at No. 1—Gunn's biggest debut—7% higher than Justice League, 29% higher than Aquaman, 77% higher than Wonder Woman, and 106% higher than Thunderbolt. Japan, eagerly awaiting the upcoming Demon Slayer movie next week, started well with $781K, surpassing comparisons. Through Friday, Mexico ($3.8M), the UK ($3.6M), Brazil ($3M), Australia ($2.5M), and France ($2.5M) are the Top 5. HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - JULY 07: James Gunn (Photo by Maya Dehlin Spach / Getty Images via AFP) Previous Friday: DC/Warner Bros.' Superman grossed $40.3 million in North America and 57 foreign territories through Wednesday and Thursday. The movie's first two days of overseas release have brought in $17.8M, while Thursday night's domestic previews brought in a record $22.5M. France opened at No. 1 on Wednesday with $1.3M with previews and ahead of a long Bastille Day weekend, 3% higher than Thunderbolts and 8% higher than the most recent Venom and Aquaman films. The come-through on Thursday is $1.8M. On Wednesday, Korea, a weak market, opened at $700,000. That was No. 1, level with Guardians of the Galaxy and ahead of Thunderbolts and Aquaman & the Lost Kingdom. IMAX took 18% of the box office from 26 sites. The estimated $1.7M Korea cume through Friday is not included in the international and global totals. US actress Rachel Brosnahan and US actor David Corenswet (Photo by VALERIE MACON / AFP) Italy's $519K Wednesday opening was No. 1, on par with Justice League, 2% bigger than Man of Steel, 51% ahead of Guardians of the Galaxy, 97% bigger than Wonder Woman, and 159% higher than Aquaman & The Lost Kingdom. Indonesia had a $462K No. 1 start on Wednesday, matching Thunderbolts and beating GOTG1 & 2, Man of Steel, The Batman, and Top Gun: Maverick. Supes led the Philippines on Wednesday with 78% market share. The $386K opening day was 22% higher than Mission: Impossible, 29% higher than Aquaman & The Lost Kingdom, and 31% higher than Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. Thursday, heavyweights spoke. Example: Mexico debuted at No. 1 with $2.2M. DC's second-biggest opening day is comparable to The Batman. Australia's $1.3M No. 1 opening day was 2025's best. The debut is comparable to Aquaman & The Lost Kingdom, 10% ahead of The Batman, 13% ahead of Man of Steel, and 56% larger than Guardians 3. Super DC market Brazil had a $2M No. 1 Superman start on Thursday, James Gunn's best opening day ever. The opening day outshone all Guardians films, Joker, and The Batman. The David Corenswet/Rachel Brosnahan/Nicholas Hoult film topped the UAE market with half. Opening day results are comparable to The Batman and higher than Aquaman and Mission. On Thursday in Thailand, Superman led with a 58% share at $631K. The top 5 through Thursday are Mexico ($2.2M), Brazil ($2M), France ($1.8M), Australia ($1.3M), and Korea ($1.1M). China opened today at $2.4M, where we predicted no change.
