Black Clover is a compelling shonen anime with potent themes and amazing characters. The series features many elements that set it apart from other shōnen shows, such as its character arcs and themes. However, one of the show’s finest selling points is its wide variety of beloved characters by fans. Royals like Fuegoleon Vermillion or commoners like Asta, all have made a quick impression on their audience and gained recognition across the Black Clover fandom.
As a result of Black Clover’s great character potrayals, the female characters in the series also add to its value. While many shōnen series mainly utilize their female characters for fan service or as a plot point to develop the male protagonist’s story, Black Clover takes its time to flesh them out, giving audiences satisfying and interesting female characters.
Updated July 3, 2023, by, Emedo Destiny: Black Clover is filled with a plethora of characters that adequately engage the audience. Most shonen anime are known for their incredibly good plotlines and action sequences, but what sets Black Clover apart from the rest is the compelling personality portfolio their characters possess. While the story of Black Clover primarily focuses on the journey of Asta, the quality of the female characters also bolsters the appeal of the series. With each passing arc, they break stereotypes, rise to the occasion, and challenge expectations, showcasing the limitless potential of women in this series. Here are some of the best female characters Black Clover has to offer.
15 Kahono
Kahono took the anime world by storm with her incredible voice and her very relatable dream of wanting to be a pop idol. Her positive and charming demeanor uplifts those around her, maintaining an optimistic outlook even in the face of despair.
Her exceptional musical talent, combined with her Song Magic, allows her to put on a show when she fights. Though she only appears for a few episodes, it was enough for her to win over the fans and cement her spot as one of the best girls.
14 Sally
Sally is a rogue mage and a former Eye of the Midnight Sun member. She is a scientist, and as a result, she is an inquisitive person who shows interest in people with unique magic, such as Vanessa’s Thread Magic and Asta’s Anti Magic.
She is an unhinged person who loves to perform experiments and collect samples - only joining the Eye of the Midnight Sun because they allow her more freedom to perform experiments than the Magic Knights. She later joins the Clover Kingdom’s defense in exchange for allowing her to experiment on Asta. She is also quite risque, shown to be sporting a crop top and shorts under her robe.
13 Fana
Hailing from the Diamond Kingdom, Fana served as the host body for the elf Fana, one of the Eye of the Midnight Sun’s Third Eye. She is a kind and selfless woman, especially showing compassion toward those who have experienced pain similar to hers.
She once possessed the Salamander, the spirit of fire, which assists her in battle, and is also one of the few people known to use two elements in battle: fire and crystal magic. It is also quite intriguing to see how the fate of her and her childhood friend turned love interest, Mars, will play out.
12 Grey
The shy Grey is a fan favorite due to her fantastic personality. She is incredibly kind-hearted, always choosing to see the good in people. She first debuted in her first transformation and took the appearance of a big dark male figure, and despite later showing her actual form, her real name is still unknown.
Despite coming from a dysfunctional family with a stepmother and stepsisters who hate her, she is able to overcome the trauma and trust the other Black Bull members who love her as one of their own.
11 Sylph
Sylph, otherwise called Bell, is the mighty spirit of wind who serves Yuno Grinberryall. She appears as a small fairy with wings and pointy ears. Whenever Yuno needs help, she is always there to help with her vast mana reserves and mastery over Wind Magic.
She is in love with Yuno and is willing to go to great lengths to protect him, even going as far as storing mana for three days so she can help Yuno defeat Zenon Zogratis. Her character design is reminiscent of the fairy named Tinker Bell, who helps Peter Pan in the famous story.
10 Sister Lily
The subject of Asta’s affections, Sister Lily, is one of the most well-written characters. She has also become a fan favorite among the Black Clover fandom due to her caring personality. She served as a nun and the caretaker of the orphanage in Hage, where Asta and Yuno grew up. Sister Lily is also hugely responsible for how Asta and Yuno turn out, carefully guiding them toward always doing the right thing.
Despite the fact she does not appear as much as other characters on this list, her contribution to Asta’s development makes her one of the more important characters on the show. Although her character arc has taken a more sinister turn, she remains one of the best female characters Black Clover fans love to see.
9 Charlotte Roselei
Charlotte is the captain of the Magic Knight squad—The Blue Rose. She is also a noblewoman born to House Roselei, and is characterized by a quiet, sober, and indifferent personality, not caring much for others outside her Magic Knight squad. She also seems to dislike most men, except Yami Sukehiro, whom she secretly loves.
In addition, Charlotte is a character who is always willing to improve her skills. For instance, she traveled to the Heart Kingdom to train with the Spirit Guardians to learn Mana Method from Potrof and Sarado. She even continues to practice her magic techniques after returning to the Clover Kingdom while still carrying out her duties as a captain.
8 Dorothy Unsworth
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Dorothy was initially introduced to fans of Black Cloveras a gag character always caught sleeping. However, she takes on a carefree, playful, and energetic personality. Dorothy quickly became an essential character in the series after the Elf-Reincarnation arc. During the Arc, she was possessed by the elf Reeve, which significantly boosted Dorothy's magical ability.
Even before Reeve possessed her, Dorothy was a formidable mage who could use her magical ability known as Glamour Word to capture her opponents and read their thoughts. Her beautiful character design and development throughout the series have made her popular among Black Clover fans.
7 Vanica Zogratis
As soon as she was introduced in the Black Clover manga, Vanica Zogratis won over the hearts of many fans. She is one of the strongest devil hosts because she is a member of the Dark Triad of the Spade Kingdom. In addition, due to her cynical demeanor, she is among the show's most intriguing characters.
Vanica has a bubbly personality and enjoys being flamboyant. She despises idleness and is easily envious of others. She likes to fight with strong opponents since she finds it more enjoyable than others. To combat boredom, she dismisses weaker opponents as "garbage" and prefers to fight giants like Lolopechka.
6 Vanessa Entoca
Everyone’s favorite witch from the Witch’s Forest, Vanessa, is a strong and capable member of the Black Bulls Magic Knight squad. She is one of Black Clover's most fascinating female characters. Fans adore her for her outrageous attire, which she feels no shame wearing around men, and her antics, such as lying around in her underwear.
Vanessa typically has a drink in her hand while waiting for even the tiniest occasions to offer one to her friends. On top of this, Vaness has a compelling backstory and well-executed character development, making her a big hit with readers and viewers.
5 Charmy Pappitson
While Charmy may have the appearance of the Black Bulls mascot girl, she is admired because she resonates with fans. She is written as a very relatable character, with her love of food being the main highlight. However, her love of food only comes second to her passion for feeding her companions.
Fans can always find Charmy resting next to food if they ever notice her not eating. Charmy is also among the strongest members of the Black Bulls, making her a formidable adversary in combat.
4 Mimosa Vermillion
Coming from the House Vermillion, Mimosa is a noblewoman. She is also a member of the Magic Knight squad—the Golden Dawn. Mimosa’s healing magic abilities emanating from her plant magic make her an essential member of her Magic Knight squad. In addition, she is an excellent support mage as she is always there to heal her comrades to significant effect after they have sustained injuries.
Mimosa is also the first female Black Clover character to express her feelings for Asta openly, which increased her popularity among Black Clover fans. Although she has a naive and kind demeanor, she is more than capable of standing independently.
3 Secre Swallowtail
Introduced initially as the anti-bird Nero, Secre has become one of the series’ best girls. She maintains her cuteness in her bird and human form, even managing to charm Noelle. Regarding her personality, Secre is highly devoted to her friends, especially Asta, so many fans frequently ship them. Although not seen as canon, it is hard to blame fans for assuming too much after witnessing their chemistry, which manifests in both Secre's forms.
Secre also possesses potent sealing magic, which she uses to open and close objects and other spells. She can also seal people into things, such as sealing the first wizard king into a statue. She later develops the ability to seal herself as an anti-bird at will. Secre is also an Arcane Stage mage due to Forbidden Magic altering her magic.
2 Mereoleona Vermillion
Mereoleona is Black Clover’s most formidable hothead. She is a noblewoman born to the House Vermillion and the Crimson Lion Magic Knight squad captain. Mereoleona is one of the more interesting characters in the Black Clover series, with her strength easily making her a favorite among viewers and readers.
Mereoleona is a competent and strong Magic Knight with an unconquerable fighting spirit whose business is only to carry out her duties as such. This fighting spirit is exemplified in her battle against the reincarnated elves, where she could stand her ground even after falling unconscious.
1 Noelle Silva
Noelle is the most prominent female character in the Black Clover series, a noblewoman and the second child of House Silva. She is a Black Bull Magic Knight squad member as a 3rd Class Junior Magic Knight.
While growing up, Noelle had a tough childhood because her inability to control her magic power led her siblings to bully and look down upon her constantly. This tragic backstory made fans sympathize with her and cheer her on in times of adversity. While she is initially cold to Asta and other squad members, she later matures and learns to appreciate the value of her teammates.