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Black Clover: Sword of the Wizard King

2023

As a lionhearted boy who can't wield magic strives for the title of Wizard King, four banished Wizard Kings of yore return to crush the Clover Kingdom.

Ages 13+Source checked

Why this age? Frequent fantasy action, dangerous magic, destruction, and serious threats—including an attempted kingdom-wide takeover—warrant teen guidance despite limited sexual content. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age13+

Strongest cautions

  • Violence4/5
  • Death of a character3/5
  • Frightening scenes3/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience5/5
  • Creativity & curiosity4/5
  • Good role models4/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

Standard merchandising presence associated with an anime franchise.

Death of a character3/5
Why this rating?

The plot centers on the threat of mass casualties and the resurrection of deceased figures; characters face death in battle.

Graphic injury2/5
Why this rating?

Minimal; minor injuries and exhaustion are shown, but it is not gratuitous or overly visceral.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Some mild profanity, insults, or aggressive language may occur, but strong language is not a defining feature.

Romance1/5
Why this rating?

Romance is not central; minor crushes or romantic tension may appear alongside the main action story.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Resurrected wizards, demons, overwhelming powers, kingdom destruction, and sustained battle peril may frighten younger viewers.

Violence4/5
Why this rating?

Frequent magical sword fights, battles, attacks, destruction, and peril are central to the conflict.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience5/5
Why this rating?

Facing overwhelming magical enemies and defending the kingdom despite disadvantages is central to the film.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

Inventive magic systems, distinctive powers, swords, fantasy kingdoms, and strategic battles strongly stimulate imaginative engagement.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Diverse cast of characters with varying magical abilities and social origins.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Emphasis on cooperation, protecting the weak, and empathy among allies.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

The story supports perseverance, equality, loyalty, teamwork, and resisting authoritarian destruction, while showing the danger of extreme solutions.

Good role models4/5
Why this rating?

Asta serves as a positive, tenacious role model who values hard work and equality.

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  1. What did courage look like in this story? Was being brave always the same as being fearless?
  2. How did the story handle conflict or violence? Did the characters have other choices?
  3. Which choice in Black Clover: Sword of the Wizard King would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Black Clover: Sword of the Wizard King, and what caused that change?
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