Black Clover didn't initially feature devils, but now the most powerful characters are associated with them, either hosting devils or being served by them. Devils have become crucial in the latest developments of Black Clover. Currently, Asta and Liebe are facing off against the most powerful devils, Lucifero and Lucius. However, not all characters in this category are equal. There are highest-ranking devils, high-ranking devils, mid-ranking devils, and low-ranking devils.
So, which devils in Black Clover are the strongest? Every devil, from the top to the bottom of the hierarchy, can be considered powerful. They can also be malicious and malevolent, but fans know that not all devils are evil to the core. It ultimately depends on their personality and abilities. Liebe's anti-magic power allowed him to go from one of the weakest to one of the strongest quickly. The same can be said for some other devils in Black Clover.
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10. Liebe Becomes Stronger When United With Asta
Liebe's Anti-Magic Empowers Asta to Challenge the Strongest Devils
Black Clover features a surprising array of characters, from conflicted villains to heroes with complex motivations.
Liebe may be one of the lowest-ranking devils, but his partnership with Asta dramatically amplifies his strength. This power boost is largely due to Liebe's anti-magic, which is highly effective against magic-based attacks. Together, Asta and Liebe can challenge Lucifero, the strongest devil, and put up a solid fight.
Liebe resides in Licht's five-leaf grimoire, and the combination of Asta's physical power, Liebe's anti-magic, and Licht's grimoire allows them to compete with the strongest devils. However, Liebe is not the most powerful devil—high-ranking devils outmatch him, which means Liebe just makes it onto the list of the most powerful.
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9. Walgner Challenges High-Ranking Devils
Walgner's Paralyzing Magic Attribute Aids Nacht in Battle
As a mid-level devil, Walgner faces challenges when competing against the most powerful devils in Black Clover. However, during his contract with Nacht Faust, he utilizes his special ability, Crow, to effectively paralyze high-ranking devils Nahamah and Lilith. Despite being a mid-ranking devil, Walgner possesses remarkable traits and displays considerable courage in combat.
Walgner, one of Nacht Faust's devils, consistently performs admirably in battles, even against stronger foes. By using Crow, which emits a sound that immobilizes anyone who hears it, Walgner can incapacitate opponents ranging from high-ranking devils to magic knight squad captains. Throughout various confrontations, Walgner has demonstrated that he is one of Nacht's most formidable devils and a significant force among the strongest devils in Black Clover.
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8. Zagred's Key Role in the Human-Elf Conflict
Zagred's Magic Can Reshape His Environment
Zagred is a character with a deeply tragic backstory and formidable abilities, posing a significant threat to both Asta and Yuno in Black Clover.
His complicated history reveals that Zagred has strategically intensified tensions in the human-elf conflict, reincarnating multiple times. He thrives on human discord, actively seeking out destruction and suffering. Although not among the highest-ranking devils, his high-ranking magic allows him to create chaos in the human realm.
Zagred is pivotal in bringing the human-elf conflict into the current timeline of Black Clover through his reincarnations of key figures involved in the struggle. Despite his eventual defeat at the hands of Asta and Yuno, Zagred stands out as one of the cruelest devils in the series. He wields Kotodama magic, which allows him to reshape his environment through the power of his words. This ability also enables Zagred to mimic the magical attributes of others, often for destructive purposes.
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7. Megicula Takes Over Astaroth's Seat in the Qliphoth Tree
Megicula's Curse Magic Is Terrifying
Megicula stands out as one of the most formidable devils in Black Clover. Her infamous curse magic has caused devastation for many, including Acier Silva and Lolopechka. By inhabiting the body of Vanica Zogratis, Megicula gains the ability to engage in fierce combat, further solidifying her status as one of the strongest devils emerging from the Tree of Qliphoth.
However, Megicula's rise to the top of the devil hierarchy was not without its twists. She usurped Astaroth's position in the tree when he vanished and has since aligned herself with Lucius Zogratis. Despite this shift in power dynamics, her strength remains undiminished. In confrontations, the potency of Megicula's curses has proven challenging to counter and exceptionally deadly for her foes. Numerous characters find themselves burdened by her curses, living lives fraught with their lingering effects.
6. Nahamah and Lilith Combine Forces to Become a Fearsome Devil
Nahamah and Lilith: The Powerful Twin Devils of Qliphoth
Nahamah and Lilith are two halves of the same devil, gaining incredible strength when they unite. Their physical forms resemble two sides of a single mask, symbolizing their connection. As high-ranking devils in the Tree of Qliphoth, they share a twisted enjoyment of human suffering and chaos. Their immense power poses a significant threat to the Clover Kingdom's elite, nearly overpowering them during the intense confrontations in the Spade Kingdom.
These devils are responsible for numerous challenges, particularly in two key battles: one against Nacht Faust and another against Asta and Liebe. Although Nacht fiercely combats Nahamah and Lilith, using their fire and ice magic, he ultimately falls short. It is only when they encounter Asta and Liebe's anti-magic that they finally meet their end.
5. Lucifugus Destroyed the Faust Household
Lucifugus's Magical Abilities Remain a Mystery
Although Lucifugus has limited screen time in Black Clover, they are still recognized as one of the top-ranking devils associated with the Tree of Qliphoth. Their most memorable moment comes during a chilling scene where Lucifugus brutally slaughters the Faust family. When Nacht Faust attempted to summon Lucifugus in an effort to defeat and contract with them, he was unsuccessful. The devil proved too powerful to control, leading to the tragic demise of the Faust family, who were present for the ritual. It is only when Morgen Faust intervenes and cancels the ritual that Lucifugus is forced back into the underworld.
Lucifugus stands out as one of the strongest devils, as evidenced by the devastation they inflicted upon the human realm in such a brief time. Within moments, they managed to eliminate an entire family renowned for their devil-handling abilities. Should Lucifugus ever escape from the underworld, they are likely to unleash even greater chaos and destruction.
4. Beelzebub: The Potent Devil in Alliance with Zenon Zogratis
Beelzebub’s Magic Power Enables Spatial Manipulation
Beelzebub stands out as one of the top-ranking devils associated with the Tree of Qliphoth and holds a prominent position as one of the three leaders of the underworld. He previously served Zenon, a member of the Dark Triad, during the confrontation with Yuno at the Golden Dawn headquarters. Ultimately, Beelzebub seized complete control over Zenon. Despite their combined efforts to defeat Yuno, the duo failed. However, this setback does not mark the end for Beelzebub, who simply retreated back to the underworld.
In a recent development, Beelzebub was reincarnated within Sister Lily Aquaria. Similar fates have befallen other devils, who were also embodied in Paladins. Beelzebub's immense power grants him the ability to easily dominate weaker beings, thanks to his unique magic attribute that allows him to manipulate space. Although Lily Aquaria has recently been liberated from Beelzebub’s influence in the latest chapters of the manga, his next move remains uncertain.
3. Baal Grants Power to Damnatio Kira, Elevating Him to Paladin Status
Baal's Air Manipulation Magic Attribute
Baal stands out as one of the mightiest devils associated with the Tree of Qliphoth. For a significant period, he resided in the underworld until he was incarnated into Damnatio Kira, courtesy of Lucius Zogratis, who created the first Paladin. However, Baal's time in the human realm was brief, as Asta's anti-magic ultimately purified Damnatio, expelling Baal in the process.
Despite his limited destructive impact in the human world, Baal is recognized as one of the strongest devils. His exceptional abilities become apparent during Paladin Damnatio's confrontations, where he demonstrates his talent for manipulating air and creating duplicates of himself. Baal's formidable power presents a significant challenge, even for the Black Bulls, underscoring his status as one of the most formidable forces in the Black Clover universe.
2. Lucifero: The Most Powerful Sovereign of the Underworld
Lucifero Wields Gravity Magic to Overcome the Mightiest Humans
Lucifero is a formidable devil, renowned for his immense power. Prior to his incarnation, he attempted to seize control of Liebe's body, resulting in the tragic death of Richita, but ultimately failed to possess Liebe. Lucifero eventually succeeded in finding a suitable vessel, first inhabiting Dante Zogratis and later Moris Libardirt. He plays a pivotal role in the later chapters of Black Clover, reaching his full power and engaging in the most significant battles in the series. Even after his defeat by Asta, Yuno, and the Clover Kingdom, remnants of Lucifero were claimed by Lucius Zogratis for the impending final conflict.
Lucifero commands gravity magic, an ability that can easily immobilize any opponent. His mastery over this magic is nothing short of extraordinary; even the mightiest fighters struggle to move against the force of his gravitational control. With both his overwhelming strength and potent magical abilities, Lucifero stands as one of the most challenging adversaries to conquer and is undoubtedly one of the most powerful devils within the Black Clover universe.
1.Astaroth's Manipulation by Lucius Zogratis and Julius Novachrono
Astaroth's Magic Attribute Is a Powerful Time Manipulation
Astaroth is an enigmatic devil shrouded in mystery. The primary known fact about Astaroth is that he shares dominion over the underworld with Beelzebub and Lucifero. His abilities are inherently aligned with the immense power wielded by other rulers of the underworld. However, Astaroth has been under Lucius's control for an extended period, leading to his position in the Tree of Qliphoth being supplanted by Megicula.
Astaroth has established contracts with both Lucius Zogratis and Julius Novachrono, indicating that a significant portion of their formidable abilities is derived from Astaroth's own powers. His unique magic attribute revolves around time manipulation, making him exceedingly powerful. While fans have witnessed this ability primarily through Julius Novachrono's usage, it is undoubtedly one of the most formidable forces within the Clover Kingdom. Although Astaroth's true form remains shrouded in mystery, he is recognized as the most powerful devil ruling the underworld and possesses dominion over time itself.