Black Clover (tv) (dub) Episode 21 Guide

Many viewers who previously found Asta's shouting annoying noted that this episode marked a turning point. Seeing him stand up to the elitist noble captains and shut down Solid Silva's magic with his anti-magic sword earned him significant respect from the community.

The "aura battle" between the two captains provided a chilling demonstration of high-level mana, a trope reviewers felt was executed perfectly to show the power gap between Asta and the top-tier knights. Black Clover (TV) (Dub) Episode 21

Reviewers at Anime News Network and Reddit praised Fuegoleon and Leopold Vermillion. Unlike the haughty Silva family, the Vermillions’ willingness to recognize Asta’s merit—culminating in Leopold declaring Asta his rival—was a highlight. Many viewers who previously found Asta's shouting annoying