The Clover Kingdom.
In this kingdom where magic is everything,
there is one boy who can't use magic.
His name is Asta.
He puts in blood, sweat, and tears in hopes of becoming the Wizard King.
But there are also those in the kingdom who possess at least a little bit of mana,
yet can barely use any magic at all.
The very few out of the population, those who live in the shadows...
They are also trying to survive.
Where am I? What am I doing here?
That's right! I—
I see you're awake.
You're... one of Asta and Big Brother's friends.
Yes.
Though I wish we could escape, our mana has been sealed.
The magic item I borrowed from Asta to let people know of our location is gone, too.
Where are we? Who are those people?
The only thing we have in common is that
we were suspected of being servants of the devil at the trial.
They're probably trying to take advantage of that somehow.
This is all for the sake of justice.
Indeed, Master Kabwe.
We must rid this world of the devil's servants who brought destruction
and chaos to this kingdom.
No matter what it takes.
Rescue
The City of Lehart
There are so many people.
The Devil Banishers are the bringers of justice we've been waiting for!
Bring death to servants of the devil!
Yeah!
Let there be blood!
I can't wait!
This is...
How dare they do that to my angel?! I'll kill them all!
Damn. Looks like they're having fun.
I-I'm scared...
Nero, Marie, we're here to save you!
We've got a message from Julius, guys.
Looks like all the squads are ready.
It's almost noon,
when the Devil Banishers said they'd execute them.
We don't know how many enemies we're dealing with,
and we expect them to use various drugs as well as magic.
This will probably prove difficult,
but I'd like you to do everything you can to save the captured.
First, the Silver Eagles and the Crimson Lion Kings
will help with the rescue and protect the civilians who have gathered.
The Blue Rose Knights and the Green Praying Mantises will patrol the square.
And the core squad that will save the hostages will be the Black Bulls.
You got it. By the way,
there seems to be someone here who has nothing to do with the plan.
He may be here because he feels some guilt,
considering his subordinates are behind this,
but we can't just have him acting on his own.
The rescue is our primary objective.
Are you willing to go along with our plan?
That was my intention.
But I'd like to confirm something.
If Asta uses the powers of the devil in front of the masses,
he will only bring more confusion and chaos.
I ask that...
He not use it for this plan, right?
No shit.
Listen up, dumbasses.
Everyone other than the kid and Gauche, keep an eye on the square like we planned.
The lives of two of our own are at stake. Don't let your guard down!
Right!
I'm counting on all of you.
As you requested, we are having the other squads keep an eye on the Noble Realm.
Well, we must consider that the execution could be
a ruse to distract us while they wreak havoc elsewhere.
We must make sure this plan is a success, to ensure this incident
doesn't cause greater panic among the masses.
Yes. Let's have faith in everyone.
So far, we haven't seen anything unusual. I hope they're able to rescue them safely.
Since Captain Vangeance is away keeping an eye on the border,
we aren't able to assist in the main part of this plan.
But be alert for even the smallest detail!
Right.
Ugh, why are we on patrol duty?
You'd be able to beat up any enemy in a flash!
I'm just here to complete my mission.
Hey, wait for me!
It's almost time! The purveyors of justice will soon arrive!
We can't count on the Magic Parliament or the Magic Knights!
Our true saviors are the Devil Banishers!
That's right!
Let justice be served!
Those guys are probably somewhere in this crowd, too.
How are we supposed to find them, though?
Yeah, they've all lost their minds.
Did they use some kind of weird drug on them all?
Tch. I can't just sit here!
Captain Yami, let me go down there!
Me, too!
Shut up!
You're gonna ruin the plan if you go down there!
But we can't just sit here!
You're the cornerstone of this plan, kid.
So just sit and wait your damn turn.
Okay...
There's still no sign of them, but...
It's almost noon.
Sis, I don't see anyone suspicious.
Don't let your guard down.
You've got it, Sis.
It's finally time.
Witch...
If you want your friends to live, you will do as we say.
Do anything rash, and we will kill your friends before the public execution.
Walk toward the exit.
I knew this was mentioned, but I really didn't sense their mana.
It'll be okay. I'm sure the others will be able to save Nero and Marie.
All right.
Here they come.
To all who despise the devil...
The time to strike in the name of justice as arrived.
We are the Devil Banishers!
We are the ones who wish for the devil's demise!
Marie!
Nero!
Calm your asses down.
So it does appear that they can prevent their mana from being detected.
Looks like the only ones using the items are those three.
Behold this woman's horns!
This is solid proof that she sold her soul to the devil and used forbidden magic.
How mortifying.
She's the devil herself.
The little girl next to her became a servant of the devil along with her brother,
who is a former criminal.
We know it's the undeniable truth that they have harmed many!
Look at that innocent, harmless expression!
Just execute them already!
Let us have our justice!
She should've been executed before!
L-Lord Damnatio, if that barrier spell explodes,
many civilians will be harmed.
Kabwe... Does your justice involve risking the lives of innocent people?
That spell is probably the work of Mole Chin Scales' subordinates.
But we mustn't forget that
there is one possessed by the devil whom we must hate even more than these two.
His name is...
Asta!
Asta, our greatest desire is to see you executed!
You are the true cause of this chaos!
We know you're here.
Asta?!
It's just like Mister Yami said.
I saw him in the papers!
That peasant is here?!
Like they'd stop any of this if Asta did come forward.
If you show yourself and allow us to detain you,
we will let these two go.
Nero! Marie!
What's the matter, Asta?
Is your life more precious than your friends' after all?
Of course it is!
You evil servant of the devil!
There's no way Asta would abandon his friends!
Very well. If you refuse to show yourself...
I'm right here!
Now, come here.
I don't see Vanessa, but we don't have time to find her right now.
You accursed devil-possessed!
Everyone, he's the one who messed up this country!
How dare you ruin my family?!
Kill him!
Execute him!
We don't serve the devil!
Shut up, you devil!
Halt.
Give them your grimoire.
Did that ruin your plans?
We know that you hope to undo the barrier with your anti-magic.
What's the matter?
Hurry up and give it to him!
You're gonna free Nero and Marie, right?
Yes. We already established that.
Then put down your swords and step away from them.
Very well.
Now, give us your grimoire.
All right.
Wha—
There's...
another Asta?!
We were waiting for you to look away from the hostages!
Dark Magic: Dark Cloaked Lightless Slash!
Th-That was so scary!
Sleeping potion...
That's not gonna work anymore!
Paper Magic: Dagger-Folding Early Summer Rain!
Nero! Marie!
Not happening!
There!
Hup.
Sis!
Let's go!
Things are getting interesting.
Save me!
Our comrades will buy us some time.
Transparency Magic: Share the Same Fate!
Nero! Marie!
Hold it!
You're in the way. Move!
Kid, where are ya?!
A drug?
Water Magic: Sea Dragon's Lair!
What's going on? My magic control is...
It's closing in!
Finral! Where's Marie?
Asta went after her.
I was going to chase after them,
but this smoke is affecting my sight, and my magic is...
The trap spells I set up throughout the square aren't responding.
Looks like there's something in this smoke that disrupts mana.
Those dirty little...
Way to go, Mister Yami! The smoke's no match for him!
Go help evacuate the masses.
On your knees.
Begone!
They're gone...
Where are you taking me?
Nowhere.
Our mission was to get you away from the square since you have magic
that can change fate in your favor.
I see... But even without changing fate,
I know my friends have rescued the hostages.
I guess I don't have to listen to you anymore.
We know we can't defeat you.
We also know they'll read our memories if we're captured.
Our job is done.
We're willing to risk our lives for this plan.
No... They just took their own lives.
This plan is that important to them?
I can feel their ki over here.
You're finished.
You followed us without realizing that we wanted you to come.
Put your grimoire here.
If you resist, these girls will die.
Asta...
Don't worry. I'll save you.
What could you possibly do without the powers of the devil?
Now, Master Kabwe, let's take them before the others arrive.
No, we'll take care of them here.
B-But that's not according to plan.
The Magic Knights are far more powerful than I anticipated.
We were lucky everything went well so far,
but if we want to succeed, our only chance is now.
B-But...
You coward! Why are you so scared?
Wha—
You'll pay for your insolence!
Y-You bastard!
Nero!
You accursed devil-possessed!
If you dodge, these will hit the little girl!
Paper Magic: Dagger-Folding Early Summer Rain!
What?
So you must be the Devil Banishers.
Yuno?! What are you doing here?
We just happened to be patrolling the area and wandered by.
Pure coincidence.
This is slightly outside of our mission, but Captain Vangeance did say to patrol.
Are you all right, Asta?!
Yeah. But more importantly, take care of Nero.
How dare you?!
We almost got our hands on Asta!
We can't get caught here.
Give Nero back!
Come any closer and the girl dies.
Uh, wait. You're running away?
You can't be serious.
A devil resides in the five-leaf-clover grimoire...
We'll be taking this.
Hold it!
Asta...
Damn it!
Asta!
Mimosa, check on Marie.
Right!
They stole his grimoire... How vile could they be?
You still have magic you can use even if they take your grimoire, right?
Yuno?
What are you...
Yeah.
Not giving up is my magic!
I'm gonna get Nero and my grimoire back!
Marie!
Don't die, Marie!
It's too soon for you to become a real angel!
Don't leave me behind!
According to Owen, she'll need a little more time before she wakes up.
So Marie's okay?!
Yes.
I see...
Looks like I owe you again.
Today, it became clear that my subordinates are involved in this matter.
First, let me apologize for my lack of supervision.
You said they had a strong sense of justice,
but they took the crowd hostage. That's nothing more than playing dirty.
Perhaps he's being fooled and manipulated by the enemy?
Stealing Asta's grimoire could be someone else's intent, too.
You're here at this meeting now, but you weren't here earlier, were you?
After you cried and swore your loyalty to the boss, too.
Sorry, Yami. I'm the one who asked him to watch the borders.
The worst thing that could happen right now is for the Spade Kingdom to make a move.
Everyone, please look at this.
Looking through the memories of the Devil Banishers we captured
tells us that most of them were paid hires.
I apologize for interrupting, but this is urgent.
What's going on?
W-Well, we received a message from Kabwe.
What?
Kabwe?
Where are you?
They... aren't after the demise of the devil.
They're actually... trying to gain the powers of the devil.
What?
They are those who worship the devil...
The Devil Believers!
Thank goodness you're all right, my angel Marie!
But this isn't over!
Next time on Black Clover, Page 146: "Those Who Worship the Devil."
Page 146 Those Who Worship the Devil
I won't be satisfied until I beat the crap out of them!