Black Clover, by Yuki Tabata, is one of the hottest mangas these days, so much so that Black Clover is believed to be the part of New Big Three along with My Hero Academia and Boruto: Naruto Next Generations.
The 265th chapter felt like an actual roller coaster ride as it starts with enemies-turned-friends elves (the Third Eye) saving Noelle and the others! That’s not the fun part, what’s even more amazing is that the chapter ends with Patry saying he will teach ‘Ultimate magic’ to Noelle and the others!!!
Although this was not the best part of the chapter, in chapter 263, Nacht also claims that he will make Asta the ultimate warrior because anti-magic can make that possible. These words coming from a man of his stature have so much gravity than any other speculation.
Chapter 266 Raw Scans & Leaks
Raw scans for Chapter 266 of the Black Clover manga have not just been released and the rough translation goes like this:
The chapter starts with a long-distance magic call between Gaja (who is distressed about Lolopechka) and Julius along with the other Magic Knight captains. Both the parties then discuss their battle plan.
Nacht will be on the cover page this chapter along with Guimero. He visits the Black Bull headquarters along with Asta – we FINALLY see more of Asta’s devil as they talk to each other.
Chapter 266 Predictions
Chapter 265 ended with Licht’s offer to teach everyone special elven magic. In the next chapter, we will likely see a small training arc conducted by Patry, the new elven leader.
One of the most interesting and enjoyable chapters, apart from goosebump-level fights, are the ones with major preparations, training, and team formations!!! We will get to see who all will participate in the Spade war and their potential positions.
I. The Ultimate Magic
Even though the Noelle-squad survived Vanica’s devastating spell, we know they are not nearly strong enough to go head-to-head with the menacing devil, let alone beat her, especially considering the strength Yami and Asta had to unleash to defeat Dante.
However, if the leader of elves says he can, I believe him! As to what this special and known-to-a-few magic spell, Ultimate magic, is – I have a considerable theory.
We know how much elves are loved by mana, and the power brought upon by natural mana has been shown on many occasions around Gaja, Lolopechka, and even Licht himself.
Therefore, just like Mana Skin had an upgrade (Mana Zone), Ultimate magic will likely be a much-advanced form of using natural mana and creating arrays.
II. Asta’s Training with Nacht!
Asta can nullify the magic around him. This power can be used in the clash against the Dark Triad and their army. If used and manifested correctly, this power can give the magic knights a considerable boost.
The gate of the Underworld will open in three days from the current chapter’s events. Nacht plans to make an elite team with Asta as its core member and then strike the Spade Kingdom.
Asta had previously taught himself to fly. Thus, with an instructor this time, the heights he can reach are immeasurable.
III. Expected Battle Plan…
The Magic knights will most probably form an infiltration group and a group to bear the brunt of head-on attacks. The ones who will most likely infiltrate the Dark Triad’s treading place are Asta, Yuno Nacht, Noelle and Mimosa. Nacht has already been a spy in the Spade kingdom and thus he knows his way around.
If they want to attempt a stealth attack, a small yet powerful group is the best. Asta’s Anti-Magic power is, of course, a strongpoint. Yuno with his wind, spirit and creation magic will be an obvious addition to the team.
Noelle might temporarily inherit Undine. All the captains, vice-captains, members of the Black Bulls, Mereleona, and the Crimson Lion squad are all possible allies in this situation. The allies will be in the attack or defense group.
IV. Boss Battle
The expected matchups in the final battle is likely to be:
Noelle and Lolopechka against Vanica. We all know about the grudge that Noelle holds against Vanica. Lolopechka may get rescued and they both might team up again to fight her.
Yami, Asta, and Nacht against Lucifero. Dante has already been defeated and he holds little power without Lucifero now. Thus the main powerful villain is now Lucifero.
Yuno and William against Zenon. Yuno and William have been previously defeated by Zenon. It is thus clear that this matchup is inevitable.
Chapter 266 Release Info
Chapter 266 of the Black Clover manga has been released on Sunday, Oct 04, 2020 at 9:30 am PDT. The chapter title has not been leaked yet.
It is published under Shonen Jump magazine, a weekly magazine that comes out every Sunday. Black Clover manga was on a break last week and will be released in this week’s issue.
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Chapter 265 Recap
We see the aftermath of the Heart Kingdom’s devastation at the beginning of the chapter, titled “Elysia.” Most of the people from the Heart Kingdom are okay but Gaja’s whereabouts seem to be unknown. Noelle also seems to be in shock with hints towards the possibility of some casualties.
Patry shows them the son and daughter of Licht and Tetia, apparently, thanks to Secre’s quick thinking at that time helped Tetia survives with her children intact.
Patry explains Noelle that they have a way to get even stronger than their current situation using elf-secret magic: Extreme Magic.
About Black Clover
Black Clover is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Yūki Tabata. It has been serialized in Shueisha’s Weekly Shōnen Jump magazine since February 16, 2015.
The story centers around Asta, a young boy seemingly born without any magic power, something that is unknown in the world he lives in. With his fellow mages from the Black Bulls, Asta plans to become the next Wizard King.
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