One of the better episodes in the filler arc. Even though it felt like we got nowhere, we sort of did. I mean, we got information regarding the Devil Believers (still a stupid name), saw the Magic Knights sort of mobilising, investigated their whereabouts, and are seemingly setting up the final conflict right now. Still not a wonderfully amazing episode because it did drag at many a point, but definitely not as hellish as certain other ones this arc has given us.

ghetsis_325

6 mo

Gordon actually helping the team and getting his own music was a nice change of pace and he finally feels like a real member of the squad

tellu

6 mo

I feel for those villagers because they just want to be strong like Asta and seeing them turn on their own leader was so cold

Episode Context

This is a filler episode, but it leans into a suspenseful, investigative tone that sets it apart from typical anime-original fare. The Black Bulls shift into detective mode as they dig into the true nature of a faction whose allegiances are far darker than initially assumed. Expect a slower, more deliberate pace, this isn't an action showcase but a tension builder. Themes of deception and misplaced trust run throughout, with Asta, Noelle, and the rest of the squad navigating a web of lies rather than swinging swords. The atmosphere stays uneasy, keeping viewers on guard as revelations reframe what the team thought they knew. For fans who enjoy the character dynamics of the Black Bulls under pressure, there's enough here to stay engaged, even without canon material driving the plot forward.

Runtime23 min

Filler StatusFiller

Plot ImportanceLOW

Air DateOct 6, 2020

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