A new chapter of Yuki Tabata’s critically acclaimed manga series, Black Clover, has arrived, ushering in the series’ concluding arc. The last arc of Black Clover is dubbed the “Road to the Ultimate Wizard King arc” on the cover of chapter 332, which is a fitting moniker given that it concludes the series. The return to serialisation of Black Clover Chapter 332 represents an exciting and fulfilling return for Tabata’s main series. Chapter 332 of Black Clover brilliantly and swiftly illustrates how much our core hero has matured in the 15 months since fans last saw him. After Lucifero’s combat with Asta and other Clover Kingdom soldiers, Black Clover Chapter 332 begins.
After returning to the 7th tier of the Underworld, Lucius Zogratis can be seen hovering above him, injured and bruised. “I’m still King of the Devils,” he says, “despite having half my body gone.” Then he goes on to boast about possessing the most potent magic in the universe. Before stating that humans are better at magic than devils, Lucius agrees with this. Lucifero’s heart appears to be eaten by him when he speaks this, given the onomatopoeia. The focus of Black Clover Chapter 332 shifts to the Clover Kingdom’s Royal Capital, 15 months in the future. As a result, Asta has been elevated to the rank of First Class Senior Magic Knight by virtue of his achievements as a Magic Knight.
Damnation’s untimely absence delayed the demon trials, but Asta was finally cleared of all charges.
Fuegoleon explains this more. Many people remain sceptical of the devil’s power after his acquittal, but he and others believed it was important to acknowledge his achievements. His reply is simple: “It means a lot that they’re acknowledging me,” says Asta. Later, when Yuno approaches Fuegoeleon to ask about his future, the latter informs him that he has already been awarded the title of Grand Magic Knight, which makes Yuno beam with joy. Fuegoleon agrees that he should have been granted this rank, which is one level above Asta’s. Though it isn’t officially stated, the demon trials and the concerns of some are likely to have stopped this. Although Yuno has a better rank than Asta, Asta’s usual optimism shows through when he states that they too have not achieved their objective yet. When Fuegoleon advises the newly promoted knight to socialise and have fun, Rill laments the loss of his record as the youngest Senior Magic Knight.
The current Wizard King, Julius Novachrono, has a tendency to disguise himself and leave for lengthy periods of time, thus many are wondering where he is. That Damnatio’s case has been designated a disappearance by the captains indicates that no one knows Julius’ actual identity, which suggests that this isn’t a red herring. Fuegoleon and Nozel are seen chatting to Asta, who tells them that he’s heard reports that the two of them, along with Mereoleona, are candidates for the position of Wizard King’s future successor. Fuegoleon, on the other hand, explains that he feels unfit for the job after confronting the demons, and Nozel states this has been placed on hold. He goes on to say that being the Wizard King is something Mereoleona would rather avoid. The Spade and Heart Kingdoms are then revealed to have almost fully recovered from the events of the previous arcs. This suggests that Lolopechka has reverted to her magic-wielding form and that she and Undine have been reunited.
In the same way, the Grinberryalls are very certainly returning to power in the Spade Kingdom, where Yuno may serve as a representative. In spite of their continent’s seeming tranquilly, there have been tales of demonic activity around the boundaries of the Clover Kingdom. As a result, it’s revealed that Yuno and the Golden Dawn as well as the Black Bulls have been dispatched to examine these allegations. As Yami thanks some of the other captains for coming to Asta’s ceremony, Charlotte Roselei runs away in typical fashion. Finral reminds Yami about her statement on his seeming deathbed, and he wonders whether he has done something to cause her peculiar conduct over the last 15 months. He heads for the washroom, wondering if Charlotte is actually in love with him and mistaking her chi for an air of hatred. Is she going to run away from him all the time? Finral shouts at him to hurry up while he is in the bathroom.
Secre in her Nero form sits atop Asta’s head with an irritated expression as the Black Clover Chapter 332 begins. Mimosa and Noelle are both plainly and hilariously enamoured with Asta in this issue, lamenting the fact that they can’t do anything about it. Secre approaches the two in human form and whispers something to them, hinting that Asta is ready to confess and shocking them both in the process. Nero ponders how humorous it is and displays who he plans on admitting to as the two blush and worry about him maybe professing his love for any of them. On a neighbouring balcony, Asta and Sister Lily are shown once again asking each other to marry them. He goes on to claim that this is his last chance to ask her out now that he’s 18 and vows to make her happy if she says yes. During this period, Sister Lily remembers how she cared for him when he was a youngster. His proposal is then rejected by her since she considers him to be her “lovely little brother.”
Asta, on the other hand, is mature enough to accept the rejection rather than vent his frustration and try again, as he has done in the past. His ability to never give up isn’t enough to sway people’s minds when it comes to their actual feelings on the topic. Instead, he begs her to bear witness to his unwavering promise to her, assuring her once more that he will be the Wizard King of the Clover Kingdom. she realised she hadn’t stated her belief in him when he initially made this promise and finally believes that he can fulfil it. The next scene in Black Clover Chapter 332 depicts her beaming as she tells him she believes in him and is certain that he can pull it off. Lucius Zogratis interrupts the pleasant occasion with his abrupt, strange, and menacing presence.
Finally, the enigmatic antagonist congratulates Asta for making it this far but warns him that this is the conclusion of his trip. Black Clover Chapter 332 marks the series’ triumphant return to normal serialisation since there will be no interruption next week. A post-time jump chapter should be able to rapidly catch readers up on significant events and details while simultaneously illustrating how much the characters have developed. This chapter does just that, and more. Chapter 332 of Black Clover achieves this while still pursuing the series’ final arc at an incredible rate. That Lucius Zogratis was brought back at the close of this issue as an opponent bodes well for the final arc’s pacing.