(Note: Episodes 158-163 are part of an anime-original arc created because the anime was catching up to the manga too fast. You can largely skip these, though they provide some character fluff.)
~149 (depending on Episode 66 inclusion)
Black Clover (TV Series, 2017–2021) Total Episodes: 170 Source Material: Manga by Yūki Tabata
If you want a streamlined experience:
The Devil Believers Arc (Anime-only arc) Understanding "Anime Canon" vs. Filler
Episodes are considered "anime-canon." While not in the manga, these episodes were supervised by the author to cover the six-month training arc in the Heart Kingdom that was skipped in the source material. Watching these is recommended for extra character development. Where to Watch
Most of these episodes are standalone stories or recaps that can be safely skipped without missing any plot progression from Yuki Tabata's manga. Path (Recap)
Battle to the Death?! Yami vs. Jack (Comedic filler)
The Black Clover anime contains (approx. 12.4% of the series). These are concentrated in three main arcs: a post-canon arc (Episodes 142–148) and two short anime-original arcs inserted during ongoing manga publication. Most filler is skippable , but some offer character development or tie into canon events.
Clover Clips: The Nightmarish Charmy Special! (Comedic filler) Episode 123: Nero Reminisces… Part One (Recap) Episode 124: Nero Reminisces… Part Two (Recap) Episode 125: Return Episode 131: A New Resolve Episode 134: Those Who Have Been Gathered (Mixer episode)
(Note: Episodes 158-163 are part of an anime-original arc created because the anime was catching up to the manga too fast. You can largely skip these, though they provide some character fluff.)
~149 (depending on Episode 66 inclusion)
Black Clover (TV Series, 2017–2021) Total Episodes: 170 Source Material: Manga by Yūki Tabata black clover filler episodes list
If you want a streamlined experience:
The Devil Believers Arc (Anime-only arc) Understanding "Anime Canon" vs. Filler (Note: Episodes 158-163 are part of an anime-original
Episodes are considered "anime-canon." While not in the manga, these episodes were supervised by the author to cover the six-month training arc in the Heart Kingdom that was skipped in the source material. Watching these is recommended for extra character development. Where to Watch
Most of these episodes are standalone stories or recaps that can be safely skipped without missing any plot progression from Yuki Tabata's manga. Path (Recap) Yami vs
Battle to the Death?! Yami vs. Jack (Comedic filler)
The Black Clover anime contains (approx. 12.4% of the series). These are concentrated in three main arcs: a post-canon arc (Episodes 142–148) and two short anime-original arcs inserted during ongoing manga publication. Most filler is skippable , but some offer character development or tie into canon events.
Clover Clips: The Nightmarish Charmy Special! (Comedic filler) Episode 123: Nero Reminisces… Part One (Recap) Episode 124: Nero Reminisces… Part Two (Recap) Episode 125: Return Episode 131: A New Resolve Episode 134: Those Who Have Been Gathered (Mixer episode)