Black Clover Episode 153: The Chosen Ones
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8.4
52 Fans
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QUICK TAKES
johnny_joestar_198
leopold shouting his promise in front of everyone was such a good moment and he really showed how much he matured after the elf war
amikiri_amigo
OMG, I actually gasped when Julius showed up looking like a total teen! But seriously, even with his new look, that powerful aura he's got is totally still there, and it just made me feel like, yeah, things are finally gonna get better for the kingdom now that he's back.
hari_257
Ugh, it was rough seeing Magna doubt himself so much about his magic, especially when he straight-up asked Yami if he’d given up on him; my heart just kinda dropped for the guy. He’s usually such a loudmouth full of confidence, so seeing him hit that wall made me really feel for him, and I’m totally rooting for him to somehow blast past his limits.
moryomaru_252
I gotta say, that Heart Kingdom training list totally makes sense, and seeing Nero actually on it? That felt so right, especially after all the crazy stuff she pulled off when she was stuck as a bird, like, finally she's getting the credit she deserves!
silver
Leopold just *loudly* declaring he's gonna surpass his super-strong siblings actually made me grin from ear to ear; I mean, he's always been trying to keep up, but that moment felt like he finally ignited his *own* flame, not just reflecting Fuegoleon's anymore. You know I'm rooting for him to totally blaze his own path now!
lana
I can't believe Yuno racked up seventy-seven stars and shot straight to senior knight; that's insane! He's still got that hungry look in his eyes though, like he's already planning his next move, and honestly, I'm so hyped to see how Asta's gonna respond to this kind of challenge.
megumi_mantra
Noelle looking like she was about to cry after all the crazy stuff the Black Bulls pulled off just makes me so mad at those snooty royals! It's like, do they *ever* see past their own noses, or are they just determined to ignore anyone who actually puts in real work, especially *my* favorite chaotic squad?
zangetsu_zen
Seriously, I can't believe Sekke stumbled into a promotion while the King is just being a total goofball, completely ignoring Asta who literally saved *everyone*! It's so typical that Asta gets absolutely nothing even after pulling off something so huge, and honestly, it makes me want to scream.
spike_spiegel
Ugh, it just totally blows my mind how Asta's out here saving everyone's butts, and then the very people he risked it all for are just giving him the stink eye. Honestly, the Magic Parliament acting all high and mighty while letting that happen just makes me wanna scream, they're seriously so bogus sometimes.
corkus_the_cynic_192
Aw, man, my heart really went out to Magna when he realized he wasn't going to the Heart Kingdom, I was totally hyped for him! Yami's brutal honesty about his mana capacity was a bit of a gut punch, but it makes me wonder if this means he's about to unlock some insane new power-up tailored just for him since the standard training isn't cutting it.
artemis
When Asta and Yuno did that fist bump on the balcony, I totally lost it; it's so them, still just those two goofy kids from Hage even with all their crazy magic knight titles. It makes me realize their rivalry isn't just about power, but about pushing each other to be better, and I'm here for that bond forever.
gumi_galaxy
Ugh, when Noelle was denied her promotion and just looked at her hands, my heart sank, seriously! After everything she pulled off in the elf war, she totally earned it, and I just wanna see her get the recognition she deserves already!
levifangirl
Ugh, Magna really got me in this one; seeing him so down about his mana being too low to join everyone just stung, especially 'cause I know how hard he pushes himself. Yami's always gonna be blunt, but man, watching Magna stare at his hands like that made me wanna reach into the screen and tell him he'll totally find his own awesome way to power up!
queen_beryl
Magna and Gordon’s resolve at the episode's end got me so pumped; I already know they’re going to unleash some wild, incredibly intense training to close that gap with Asta and the rest. It just screams classic Black Bulls to me, seeing them refusing to stay behind, and I can't wait to see what insane power-ups they pull off next.
kygerten
When they told Asta to just chill after he'd been busting his butt, I was seriously expecting him to throw a tantrum, but of course, my boy just took it with that signature grin, ready for whatever's next. It's wild how his dedication is so pure, it makes me wonder if he even *knows* how to get frustrated.
nabooru_268
The captains finally gathering to talk about the Spade Kingdom was intense, making me realize just how serious this Dark Triad threat actually is. It’s one thing to hear rumors, but seeing their grim faces discussing it makes me genuinely fear for Asta and what he's up against, especially after all he’s already been through with the devils.
sternritter_storm_480
Ugh, I just can't believe Asta saved everyone and still got totally ignored by those stuck-up nobles, it's so frustrating and makes me want to scream! At least Yuno gave him a nod, that little moment on the balcony felt like a tiny win after all that disrespect.
kenpachi_killer_104
Ugh, seeing Magna just stare at his hands after Yami told him he didn't have the natural mana for the mission really got to me, I mean, you can just tell how much he wants to prove himself and how crushing that must've felt for him.
professor_sycamore_332
How many times have Asta and Yuno challenged each other, only for that sunset fist bump to remind me their bond transcends any rivalry? I just love seeing that, knowing no matter how much they push each other, they're always going to be there, proving their promise from way back when still holds true.
sukuna_sovereign_136
Oh my gosh, Rill just straight-up nominating himself to go to the Heart Kingdom had me cracking up, that dude is such a wildcard! I'm honestly so pumped to see what kind of mess he's gonna stir up during training, it's gonna be epic for sure.
EPISODE CONTEXT
Positioned at episode 153 of 170, this lands firmly in Black Clover's late-game escalation phase, bridging the reflective aftermath of 'To Tomorrow!' into active preparation for high-stakes training arcs. It directly sets the table for 'Vice Captain Langris Vaude,' which digs deeper into internal squad tensions and individual growth. This is the turning point where the series shifts from looking back at past battles to committing fully to the power-ups and alliances needed for the final stretch.
QUICK TAKES
johnny_joestar_198
leopold shouting his promise in front of everyone was such a good moment and he really showed how much he matured after the elf war
amikiri_amigo
OMG, I actually gasped when Julius showed up looking like a total teen! But seriously, even with his new look, that powerful aura he's got is totally still there, and it just made me feel like, yeah, things are finally gonna get better for the kingdom now that he's back.
hari_257
Ugh, it was rough seeing Magna doubt himself so much about his magic, especially when he straight-up asked Yami if he’d given up on him; my heart just kinda dropped for the guy. He’s usually such a loudmouth full of confidence, so seeing him hit that wall made me really feel for him, and I’m totally rooting for him to somehow blast past his limits.
moryomaru_252
I gotta say, that Heart Kingdom training list totally makes sense, and seeing Nero actually on it? That felt so right, especially after all the crazy stuff she pulled off when she was stuck as a bird, like, finally she's getting the credit she deserves!
silver
Leopold just *loudly* declaring he's gonna surpass his super-strong siblings actually made me grin from ear to ear; I mean, he's always been trying to keep up, but that moment felt like he finally ignited his *own* flame, not just reflecting Fuegoleon's anymore. You know I'm rooting for him to totally blaze his own path now!
lana
I can't believe Yuno racked up seventy-seven stars and shot straight to senior knight; that's insane! He's still got that hungry look in his eyes though, like he's already planning his next move, and honestly, I'm so hyped to see how Asta's gonna respond to this kind of challenge.
megumi_mantra
Noelle looking like she was about to cry after all the crazy stuff the Black Bulls pulled off just makes me so mad at those snooty royals! It's like, do they *ever* see past their own noses, or are they just determined to ignore anyone who actually puts in real work, especially *my* favorite chaotic squad?
zangetsu_zen
Seriously, I can't believe Sekke stumbled into a promotion while the King is just being a total goofball, completely ignoring Asta who literally saved *everyone*! It's so typical that Asta gets absolutely nothing even after pulling off something so huge, and honestly, it makes me want to scream.
spike_spiegel
Ugh, it just totally blows my mind how Asta's out here saving everyone's butts, and then the very people he risked it all for are just giving him the stink eye. Honestly, the Magic Parliament acting all high and mighty while letting that happen just makes me wanna scream, they're seriously so bogus sometimes.
corkus_the_cynic_192
Aw, man, my heart really went out to Magna when he realized he wasn't going to the Heart Kingdom, I was totally hyped for him! Yami's brutal honesty about his mana capacity was a bit of a gut punch, but it makes me wonder if this means he's about to unlock some insane new power-up tailored just for him since the standard training isn't cutting it.
artemis
When Asta and Yuno did that fist bump on the balcony, I totally lost it; it's so them, still just those two goofy kids from Hage even with all their crazy magic knight titles. It makes me realize their rivalry isn't just about power, but about pushing each other to be better, and I'm here for that bond forever.
gumi_galaxy
Ugh, when Noelle was denied her promotion and just looked at her hands, my heart sank, seriously! After everything she pulled off in the elf war, she totally earned it, and I just wanna see her get the recognition she deserves already!
levifangirl
Ugh, Magna really got me in this one; seeing him so down about his mana being too low to join everyone just stung, especially 'cause I know how hard he pushes himself. Yami's always gonna be blunt, but man, watching Magna stare at his hands like that made me wanna reach into the screen and tell him he'll totally find his own awesome way to power up!
queen_beryl
Magna and Gordon’s resolve at the episode's end got me so pumped; I already know they’re going to unleash some wild, incredibly intense training to close that gap with Asta and the rest. It just screams classic Black Bulls to me, seeing them refusing to stay behind, and I can't wait to see what insane power-ups they pull off next.
kygerten
When they told Asta to just chill after he'd been busting his butt, I was seriously expecting him to throw a tantrum, but of course, my boy just took it with that signature grin, ready for whatever's next. It's wild how his dedication is so pure, it makes me wonder if he even *knows* how to get frustrated.
nabooru_268
The captains finally gathering to talk about the Spade Kingdom was intense, making me realize just how serious this Dark Triad threat actually is. It’s one thing to hear rumors, but seeing their grim faces discussing it makes me genuinely fear for Asta and what he's up against, especially after all he’s already been through with the devils.
sternritter_storm_480
Ugh, I just can't believe Asta saved everyone and still got totally ignored by those stuck-up nobles, it's so frustrating and makes me want to scream! At least Yuno gave him a nod, that little moment on the balcony felt like a tiny win after all that disrespect.
kenpachi_killer_104
Ugh, seeing Magna just stare at his hands after Yami told him he didn't have the natural mana for the mission really got to me, I mean, you can just tell how much he wants to prove himself and how crushing that must've felt for him.
professor_sycamore_332
How many times have Asta and Yuno challenged each other, only for that sunset fist bump to remind me their bond transcends any rivalry? I just love seeing that, knowing no matter how much they push each other, they're always going to be there, proving their promise from way back when still holds true.
sukuna_sovereign_136
Oh my gosh, Rill just straight-up nominating himself to go to the Heart Kingdom had me cracking up, that dude is such a wildcard! I'm honestly so pumped to see what kind of mess he's gonna stir up during training, it's gonna be epic for sure.
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