Black Clover: Who is Yuno?

Highlights

Yuno’s royal heritage is revealed through his immense magic abilities and possession of two grimoires, including rare Star Magic.
Despite being discriminated against as a peasant, Yuno pushes past prejudices to aim for greatness as the next Wizard King.
Yuno’s reunion with his mother, Ciel Grinberryall, adds a new layer to his story and his journey towards achieving his dreams.

As a seasoned gamer and avid follower of Black Clover, I must say that Yuno Grinberryall has been nothing short of a rollercoaster ride. From his humble beginnings as an abandoned child in Hage village to uncovering the royal blood flowing through his veins, his journey has been nothing less than extraordinary.

In the magical realm of Black Clover, I’m talking about myself here – Yuno Grinberryall. Asta might think he’s my rival, but he’s got it all wrong. You see, despite us growing up together, there’s a significant difference in our magical prowess. It’s no secret that in Black Clover, those with extraordinary magic abilities often trace their lineage to royalty, boasting enormous mana reserves and potent grimoires. This leads me to ponder about my own heritage. Could it be that I’m more than just another Black Bull?

Born on the periphery of the Clover Kingdom within the Forlorn Realm, where commoners often face discrimination from the Noble Realm, Yuno nonetheless rises above prejudice to strive for greatness as a wizard. His newly awakened power could be the key to realizing this ambition.

Yuno’s Early Upbringing

Yuno was first found at Hage church alongside Asta

In a village called Hage, following the fall of House Grinberryall, Ralph Niaflem’s father left an infant boy named Yuno at a local church. On the same day, Asta was also found abandoned. When Yuno was discovered, he owned only a cherished necklace made from a magical stone.

Growing up on the same day, Yuno and Asta developed a close bond of rivalry and friendship. Although Yuno frequently showed superior magic skills, they continually encouraged and pushed each other to improve. This dynamic was further intensified when Yuno received a Four-Leaf Clover Grimoire during the Grimoire Acceptance Ceremony, while Asta got his Five-Leaf Grimoire afterward.

Two lads shared a common ambition – striving to become the upcoming Wizard King within the realm of the Clover Kingdom. One of them, named Yuno, prepared himself by taking the Magic Knight exam and eventually joined the esteemed Golden Dawn Royal Knights, renowned for nurturing future Wizard Kings.

Yuno Learns The Truth About His Heritage

Yuno Grinberryall is the prince of the Spade Kingdom

In the Elf Reincarnation Storyline, it was unveiled that Yuno was actually the reborn form of Licht and Tetia’s son. This revelation occurred because during this arc, Yuno underwent reincarnation. Throughout the entire series, Yuno displayed extraordinary magical powers, even rivaling those of the royals. However, it wasn’t until the Reincarnation Storyline that we learned the reason behind Yuno’s remarkable magic abilities – his true heritage was finally disclosed.

In the Spade Kingdom Raid Arc, during his battle against Zenon, Yuno is propelled into the Spade Kingdom’s Grimoire Tower. In what seems like the end, Yuno manages to awaken his grimoire from the Spade Kingdom. It isn’t until Chapter 309 that we discover Yuno’s true lineage: he belongs to the Royal family of the Spade Kingdom. The magical abilities in the Grinberryall family have been passed down for generations. Specifically, Yuno’s father, Loyce, possesses Sun Magic, and his mother, Ciel, has Moon Magic. Being the heir to the Grinberryall bloodline, Yuno inherits Star Magic.

Yuno’s Overwhelming Magic Power

As royalty, Yuno is beloved by mana

Because of Yuno’s remarkable ancestry – being the reborn carrier for Licht and Tetia’s son and inheriting a royal bloodline – Yuno is deeply cherished by mana. Consequently, Yuno now holds two magical books known as grimoires. The first grimoire he received during the Grimoire Acceptance Ceremony houses his Wind Magic and is a Four-Leaf Clover grimoire. Additionally, Yuno has acquired the Spade Kingdom’s grimoire, which encompasses his own unique magic power, Star Magic.

Yuno has achieved another remarkable feat – Spirit Magic, a unique type of magic where users can summon an elemental spirit and harness its power for new spells, which are then recorded in their grimoire. Although one may establish contracts with these elemental entities, being chosen by an elemental spirit is akin to receiving divine favor or protection. This ability not only demonstrates the user’s strength but also serves as a proof of it. It’s important to note that this powerful form of magic is typically wielded by the nobility.

Yuno is Reunited With His Mother

Previously believed to have passed away, Yuno’s mother, Ciel is found alive

Earlier, we discussed that Yuno was left at the Church Orphanage in Hage village within the Clover Kingdom. It wasn’t until the Reincarnation Arc that he discovered his lineage, but due to the Zogratis siblings ruling over the Spade Kingdom at that time, he chose not to pursue it. However, Yuno remains steadfast in his ambition: to outshine Asta and claim the title of the next Wizard King.

Following the Spade Kingdom Raid Arc, I, a devoted fan, discovered an intriguing twist: Nacht, the vice-captain of the Black Bulls, unveiled that Yuno’s long-lost mother, Ciel Grinberryall, was miraculously alive all this while. This revelation is unlikely to be noticed by the Zogratis siblings as they maintain their grip over the Spade Kingdom. In Chapter 331, Yuno was left stunned upon encountering a near-identical likeness of himself in his mother.

Despite Yuno’s reserved demeanor, it’s worth noting that he does carry memories of his mother prior to being relocated to Hage village. Although their emotional reunion might not be as dramatic as some might expect, in the climactic Final Act of Black Clover, following a time skip of one year and three months, we see his mother expressing worry for him as he engages in battle with Lucius Zogratis.

Black Clover is now available to stream on Crunchyroll.

2024-08-01 03:33