10 Greatest New-Gen Manga To Read After Black Clover’s Ending

After Black Clover ended on April 30, 2026, many fans were left with a huge void in their hearts that isn’t easily filled by just any story. Luckily for those grieving fans wondering what to read next, there are many new-gen manga similar to Black Clover that might be just as interesting as watching Asta strive to become the Wizard King.

Although Yuki Tabata’s story managed to stand out from the rest and offer something unique to readers, among the most recent releases there are many fantasy-filled manga that will keep readers entertained, especially those who don’t want to stop following a weekly story or participate in discussions about the next chapter of a manga.

Whether it’s because of their themes, characters, or simply because they are so engrossing that they deserve to be read before the premiere of their anime adaptations, these new-generation manga are perfect for Black Clover fans and those who want to be transported to a magical world full of battles and endearing characters.

The Witch and the Mercenary

• Release year: 2024
• Chapters: 68
• Status: On going
• Platform: K Manga

The Witch and the Mercenary is a full-fledged fantasy manga following Zig, a lone mercenary part of a task force hunting “witches,” who are ostracized due to the fear of their immense power. After a fierce battle and tired of being constantly attacked, the Witch hires Zig as her bodyguard while she searches for a place to live. While not exactly the same as Black Clover, fans can find in The Witch and the Mercenary a similar world, overrun by magic, and an exploration of what it means to be an outcast (like Asta and the Black Bulls).

The protagonists are not only strong from the start, but the story is also filled with battles against ferocious magical beasts, captivating readers by showing how two completely different people forge a relationship of trust as they search for their place in the world. From how they adapt to a different culture to how both characters grow, there’s much to enjoy in The Witch and the Mercenary, and it’s the perfect time to catch up on the story before the premiere of its anime adaptation, scheduled for 2027.

GALAXIAS

• Release year: 2024
• Chapters: 34
• Status: On going
• Platform: K Manga

For Black Clover fans looking for another shōnen manga with a classic feel to it, GALAXIAS has that adventurous taste of exploring a new world. GALAXIAS is a story about a human girl, Jio, who always dreamed of leaving her village, whose life changes completely after meeting an amnesiac dragonfolk, Neraid, with whom she embarks on a journey.

With a wacky and tactless protagonist and a strong female lead, GALAXIAS has plenty of humor, similar to Black Clover. It’s also a thrilling fantasy with battles that feel refreshing, featuring characters with unique dragon-like tails packing some devastiting power. GALAXIAS manages to evoke that sense of adventure from Black Clover, but it also presents many mysteries that leave readers eager to see how the story unfolds.

Ultimate Exorcist Kiyoshi

• Release year: 2024
• Chapters: 90
• Status: On going
• Platform: Manga Plus

In Ultimate Exorcist Kiyoshi, Kiyoshi Harai starts out as the diametrical opposite of Asta in Black Clover, cowardly and lacking in self-confidence but extremely powerful and with a great reputation. Thus, while Asta strives to become stronger, Kiyoshi’s goal is to surpass himself in order to make the most of his powers and connect with others.

Furthermore, Kiyoshi joins a branch of marginalized exorcists, and the Gates of Hell are just as outlandish as the Black Bulls. To top it all off, incredibly powerful demons seek to invade the human realm. Ultimate Exorcist Kiyoshi has everything fans look for in a battle manga: epic fights, rivals, and a protagonist who’s too good for his own good, being a lighthearted and fun manga that will pull readers out of their post-Black Clover slump.

Gachiakuta

• Release year: 2023
• Chapters: 166
• Status: On going
• Platform: K Manga

Gachiakuta could be the ideal read for any Black Clover fan due to the vastness of its world. In Black Clover, Asta’s story wasn’t confined to the Clover Kingdom, while in Gachiakuta, Rudo is literally expelled from the world he knew and thrown into an abyss after being blamed for his father’s death.

Ending up in a garbage-strewn area, Rudo joins an organization that fights monstrous creatures created from discarded objects, with the manga’s biggest draw being its fascinating power system. With a large cast of characters, mysteries that are gradually revealed, and stunning fight scenes where Black Clover fans will feel right at home, Gachiakuta is undoubtedly one of the best new-gen manga and only keeps getting better.

WITCHRIV

• Release year: 2025
• Chapters: 24
• Status: On going
• Platform: Manga Plus

Manga about magic doesn’t always revolve around guilds and fighting demonic forces like Black Clover; it can be as simple as a story about family and survival in a hostile system. WITCHRIV is one of the latest Jump+ releases, which has surprised readers with its gritty story. Set in a world where witches live in secret, hidden among humans and relentlessly hunted by the Bureau of Magic Surveillance, the young Nona makes a mistake that puts her family in the cross-hairs.

As a dark fantasy, the manga isn’t afraid to be overly graphic, masterfully balancing its brutality with endearing characters. Like in Black Clover, in WITCHRIV, each witch possesses unique magic (such as Nona being able to summon a needle and thread), delivering incredibly epic and dynamic battles where strategy is key. From monstrous creatures with terrifying designs to emotionally charged moments and easily detestable enemies, WITCHRIV has everything to become Shōnen Jump’s next hit and is perfect for fans of magic manga.

Dandadan

• Release year: 2021
• Chapters: 231
• Status: On going
• Platform: Manga Plus

Among the things that made Black Clover stand out from other shōnen anime are its explosive fights and its great cast of characters, two aspects in which Dandadan excels. Dandadan follows an unlikely pair who, after a challenge, find themselves embroiled in frenetic supernatural battles against spirits and aliens. The manga gradually introduces eccentric characters, each with unique special abilities, creating a group that feels like a family, much like the Black Bulls.

Furthermore, aside from having one of the strangest goals in shōnen history, Okarun shares many of the qualities fans love about Asta, from being incredibly stubborn and quirky to never giving up when it comes to helping others. On top of that, Dandadan boasts some of the best art among the new-gen manga, making every battle simply breathtaking.

Ichi the Witch

• Release year: 2024
• Chapters: 80
• Status: On going
• Platform: Manga Plus

The manga that is said to be the next flagship for Shōnen Jump, Ichi the Witch, follows a boy who unwittingly gains access to magic in a world where only women can use it. Not only is Ichi doing things that weren’t supposed to be possible, much like Asta with his anti-magic, but what makes Ichi the Witch such a great fit for Black Clover fans is that it’s filled with charming and hilarious characters.

From the peculiar way witches come into contact with magic, transforming it into a living entity, to the incomparable and all-powerful Descaras, an idol in all her glory, there’s no turning back for readers once they begin Ichi the Witch‘s story. It’s especially captivating to see Ichi not understanding the logic of magic but using the skills he’s acquired hunting to gain strength, which adds to the story’s compelling world-building, and will quickly win over shōnen fans.

Kagurabachi

• Release year: 2023
• Chapters: 120
• Status: On going
• Platform: Manga Plus

If fans are looking for a story that can rival Black Clover in terms of fight scenes, Kagurabachi is shaping up to be Shōnen’s new pillar. With supernatural elements and a serious atmosphere reminiscent of popular dark fantasies like Demon Slayer and Jujutsu Kaisen, Kagurabachi is a revenge story as intense as a Hollywood film. The story follows Chihiro Rokuhira, a young boy aspiring to become a swordsmith until one day his father is murdered and his “cursed swords” are stolen by a mysterious organization.

Kagurabachi‘s greatest strength is undoubtedly its visually appealing action sequences, with great composition and paneling that evoke a unique dynamism, as well as a brutality worthy of a Western action film like Pulp Fiction, where enemies are slashed and blood splatters are depicted in great detail. This fast-paced and blood-pumping action makes Kagurabachi an essential read for those looking for a battle shōnen.

Wistoria: Wand and Sword

• Release year: 2023
• Chapters: 63
• Status: On going
• Platform: K Manga

To quench that thirst for Black Clover, there’s no better way than to find another underdog protagonist who defies expectations. Just like Asta, in Wistoria: Wand and Sword, Will can’t use magic at all, but he dreams of becoming one of the most powerful mages in his world so he can be with his childhood friend.

Although Will is very determined, trains tirelessly to perfect his skills, and fights with swords like Asta (which might make both manga sound suspiciously similar), Wistoria: Wand and Sword is not a simple copy of Black Clover. Rather, it shares many elements with another work by the author, Danmachi, but it stands out especially for its epic battles, which make it entertaining and exciting enough to keep readers hooked.

Witch Hat Atelier

• Release year: 2023
• Chapters: 96
• Status: On going
• Platform: K Manga

For those who love stories of magic and are open to a fresh perspective on its use, Witch Hat Atelier presents a society where not everyone is born with this power, and knowledge of it carries grave consequences. An epic high fantasy with stunning art, much darker than it initially appears, Witch Hat Atelier follows Coco, a girl fascinated by magic to the point of breaking the rules to learn about it.

In Witch Hat Atelier, instead of the body’s own mana, affinity to a natural element, and innate talent as in Black Clover, magic is pure technique, with witches having the ability to perfect it through practice, opening themselves up to infinite possibilities. Besides its intriguing mysteries and well-developed characters, its wonderful world-building makes Witch Hat Atelier a great manga to follow for Black Clover fans.

Release Date

2017 – 2021

Network

TV Tokyo, TV Osaka, TV Aichi, TVh, TVQ, TSC

Directors

Matsuo Asami, Rokou Ogiwara, Tazumi Mukaiyama, Akira Shimizu, Fumio Maezono, Daisuke Chiba, Toshihiro Maeya, Yoshimitsu Tsuda, Toshiaki Kanbara, Takahiro Enokida, Yasumi Mikamoto, Kenichi Maejima, Chihiro Kumano, Naoki Horiuchi, Yoshino Miwa

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  Gakuto Kajiwara

  Asta (voice)

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  Nobunaga Shimazaki

  Yuno (voice)