Black Clover is a battle Shounen, written and illustrated by Yūki Tabata. It follows the story of a magicless boy, Asta, who dreams to become the Wizard King. In the clover kingdom, there are Magic Knights who protect the rules and regulations of the country. And on top of all Magic Knight is the position of Wizard King which is currently occupied by Julius Novachrono.

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Being the Wizard King is not an easy task. It represents the strongest wizard in the whole kingdom. So, they must possess huge magical prowess and a sense of responsibility. Here are the top 10 contenders for the next Wizard King title.

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10 RILL BOISMORTER

Rill Boismortier about to unleash his painting magic

 

Rill Boismorter is the captain of the magic knight squad “Azure Deer”, whose previous captain is the current Wizard King. He is the youngest person to become a captain of the magic knight squad in the history of the Clover kingdom.

Rill is the user of Painting Magic through which he can create anything in real life as long as he paints them. Using this magic, he can also produce any other elements like fire and water. He can also use transformation magic, which allows him to copy other people’s appearances. One may notice the similarities in the characters of Rill and Julius himself. Rill possesses a pure heart and unlimited potential which makes him a great contender for the title of Wizard King.

9 NOELLE SILVA

Noelle Silva is a member of the Black Bulls magic squad. She is also a royalty and second daughter of House Silva. She uses Water Magic with the help of a wand. Being of royal blood, Noelle possesses immense magical power, which initially, she could not control. With the help of a wand, Noelle is later able to use Water Magic more effectively.

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Even though Noelle has a lot of magical power, she does not seem to have much sense of responsibility. But her time in the Black Bulls has made her constantly evolve into a more responsible person, and ultimately a contender for the Wizard Queen title.

8 LEOPOLD VERMILLION

Leopold is the second son of the house of Vermilion. He is also a 2nd class Magic Knight of the Crimson Lion squad. Like many other members of his family, Leopold uses Fire Magic. Just like Noelle, Leopold is also a Royalty, so he possesses a huge amount of Magic Power which he utilizes time and again.

Leopold is a knuckleheaded Magic Knight who considers Asta to be his rival. He aims to become the Wizard King, and with some polishing of his abilities, Leopold can certainly attain the title.

7 FUEGOLEON VERMILLION

Fuegoleon Vermillion making a solemn expression in Black Clover

Fuegoleon is the Captain of the Crimson Lions Magic Squad. He is the first son of the house of Vermillion and the older brother of Leopold. He has a huge amount of magic power which he utilizes with his Fire Magic. Fuegoleon also possesses a fire spirit, Salamander.

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Fuegoleon is the smartest captain among all Magic Knight squads and is also a master tactician. Given all that, it can easily be said that he possesses almost all the characteristics of the Wizard King and surely is one of the contenders for the title.

6 NOZEL SILVA

Nozel Silva making a serious expression

Nozel Silva is another major contender for the Wizard King title. He is the captain of the Silver Eagle Magic Knight squad and uses Mercury magic. He is the oldest son of the house of Silva and is the brother of Noelle Silva.

He has the utmost control over his Mercury magic and can create and manipulate mercury as he wishes. His abilities are even praised by Patolli, the leader of Eye Of The Midnight Sun. Nozel wants to become the Wizard King and it can be seen on his hard work.

5 MEREOLEONA VERMILLION

Mereoleona Vermillion glaring, with fire in the background

Mereoleona is a powerhouse of magical prowess and physical strength. She is one of the strongest captains in the Magic Knight squads, watching over Crimson Lions upon the absence of her brother Fuegoleon. Like her brothers, she uses Fire Magic along with Mana Zone to an impressive degree. She has superhuman strength, speed, and endurance allowing her to fend off against 5 of the reincarnated Elves alone.

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Mereoleona has own unique way of motivating others and respects anyone willing to get strong regardless of their nobility or lineage. Her beast-like behavior aside, Mereoleona is well suited to become the Wizard Queen.

4 YUNO

Yuno & Asta _ Black Clover _ Season 1

Yuno is the foster brother of Asta and his rival for the title of the Wizard King. Yuno is gifted with magic powers that he utilizes with Wind Magic. He is the vice-captain of the Golden Dawns magic knight squad and possesses a very rare four-leaf Grimoire. He also possesses the spirit of the wind, Sylph. Like Mereoleone, Yuno can also use the advanced technique, Mana Zone.

Yuno’s dream is to become the Wizard King and he promised Asta that he will beat him to it. Seeing how he is a vice-captain so early, Yuno is surely improving at a very fast. And if he continues this path by honing his skills, he can surely become the Wizard King.

3 ASTA

Asta is the protagonist of the series who unlike every person in the world is born without magic powers but he is a muscle headed hard worker. He is an orphan raised in the small village of Hage in the Forsaken Realm. He received a five-leaf Grimoire which is possessed by a devil. Asta is a member of the Black Bulls magic squads.

Even though his Grimoire is possessed by the devil, Asta can utilize the devil’s Anti-Magic without being consumed by the devil itself. The unique Anti-Magic allows Asta to cancel out any and all magic power putting anyone fighting against him at a huge disadvantage. Asta is also a kind-hearted and empathic person who cares for everyone and will work extra hard to protect them. He will most probably become the Wizard King sooner or later.

2 WILLIAM VANGEANCE

William Vangeance looking at his grimoire

William is one of the two captains appointed by the current Wizard King, Julius himself. He is the captain of the Golden Dawn magic knight squad, said to be the strongest magic squad of all. He was born with the scar covering half of his face due to which his family abandoned him. But later, Julius saw the potential of William and asked him to join his squad, Grey Deer.

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William uses a very versatile type of magic called the World Tree Magic which allows him to generate and manipulate world trees. Along with that, he can also use healing magic. William is a great leader and said to be the closest to becoming the next Wizard King.

1 YAMI SUKEHIRO

Yami Sukehiro smoking a cigarette in Black Clover

Yami Sukehiro is the captain of the Black Bulls appointed by the Wizard King himself along with Willaim. He uses Dark Magic, a very strange and rare type of magic attribute. Yami is said to have come from the Hino country that is outside the current continent.

Yami is the most muscular person in Black Clover and is a master swordsman. Along with superhuman abilities like enhanced strength, speed, durability, Yami can use Ki to detect magic users in the surrounding. Yami has a complete loyalty towards the Wizard King himself and will definitely progress to become the next Wizard King.

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