I found it admirable how Magna and Asta didn't take their match personally. It speaks way more about their relationship than any character exposition. The thing with the flower guy and Sol was inspiring as well. God tier episode!

eatingsocks

5 mo

Verified

I found Sol a little hot-headed and unlikeable before her backstory, but her (sometimes extreme) admiration for Charlotte is so well explained. Charlotte is so charismatic! It makes sense she's a captain of such a successful magic knights crew.

mustardsprinkles

5 mo

Verified

The animation feels like it's improved by a ton! Compared to the arc with the Witch Queen, the battles between characters feel much more dynamic and in turn, immersive. Sol and Mimosa's confrontation was unexpectedly fire!

Episode Context

The Royal Knights Selection Exam keeps delivering with a tournament bout that plays up Black Clover's scrappy underdog energy. Expect a clash built around contrasting fighting philosophies, raw instinct and grit versus brute physical power, with Magna stepping into the spotlight alongside Asta. The episode earns its comedic title honestly, leaning into the series' humor without undercutting the stakes of the exam. Combat choreography takes center stage, but there's genuine character texture woven through the action as teammates learn to read each other under pressure. Themes of class prejudice and proving worth through effort rather than birthright stay front and center. Pacing strikes a solid balance between high-energy fight sequences and quieter beats that flesh out motivations, making this a well-rounded tournament episode rather than pure spectacle.

Runtime23 min

Filler StatusCanon

Plot ImportanceMED

Air DateApr 16, 2019

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