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Émile Durkheim

Asta

Asta(アスタ,Asuta) is an orphan from the village of Hage, raised by a church after being abandoned by his mother. In a world where everyone can use magic, Asta was born without any magical powers. However, his strong will and determination drive him to pursue his dream of becoming theWizard King.

At age 15, Asta receives a rare five-leaf clover grimoire that contains an Anti-Magic devil, giving him the ability to cancel out magic. With this power, he joins the Black Bull squad of the Clover Kingdom’s Magic Knights. Despite starting out as an outsider, Asta’s hard work and unique abilities help him rise to the rank of1st Class Senior Magic Knightand even serve temporarily as aRoyal Knight.

Asta’s story is one of perseverance and loyalty, as he fights to protect his friends and reach his goal of becoming the strongest Magic Knight in the kingdom.

Émile Durkheim
Born
David Émile Durkheim

(1858-04-15)15 April 1858

Épinal, France
Died 15 November 1917(1917-11-15)(aged 59)

Paris,France
Nationality French
Alma mater École Normale Supérieure
Known for Sacred–profane dichotomy
Collective consciousness
Social fact
Social integration
Anomie
Collective effervescence
Scientific career
Fields Philosophy, sociology, education, anthropology, religious studies
Institutions University of Paris, University of Bordeaux
Influences Immanuel Kant, René Descartes,Plato, Herbert Spencer,Aristotle, Montesquieu, Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Auguste Comte. William James, John Dewey, Fustel de Coulanges, Jean-Marie Guyau, Charles Bernard Renouvier, John Stuart Mill
Influenced Marcel Mauss,Claude Lévi-Strauss, Talcott Parsons, Maurice Halbwachs, Jonathan Haidt, Lucien Lévy-Bruhl,Bronisław Malinowski, Fernand Braudel, Pierre Bourdieu, Charles Taylor, Henri Bergson, Emmanuel Levinas, Steven Lukes, Alfred Radcliffe-Brown, E. E. Evans-Pritchard, Mary Douglas, Paul Fauconnet, Robert N. Bellah, Ziya Gökalp, David Bloor, Randall Collins, Neil Smelser[1]

Appearance

Asta is a short, muscular young man with green eyes and messy ash-blond hair, usually held together by a black headband with the Black Bull insignia. He has several scars from intense physical training, including a prominent one on his abdomen and another from a near-fatal attack that runs across his torso.

Asta’s usual outfit consists of a plain white tunic under a dark blue jacket with matching shorts. He wears the Black Bull squad’s signature robe, a black, hooded cloak with gold trim, along with a brown leather belt to hold his grimoire pouch. After training in the Heart Kingdom, he adds a black, tight-fitting shirt and a modified version of his robe draped over his shoulder, along with black pants and knee-high boots.

Following a contract with the devil Liebe, Asta’s right arm becomes permanently corrupted, turning black with red, jagged markings. He also gains a dark mark around his left wrist as part of his bond with Liebe. In his Black Asta form, his right arm becomes cloaked in Anti-Magic, a black wing sprouts from his shoulder, a horn grows from the right side of his head, and his right eye turns red. As his Anti-Magic power grows, more of his body becomes covered in these transformations, including claws, additional horns, and a tail.

During his time in the Hino Country, Asta dons a light kimono with a dark obi and switches to traditional hakama pants for combat training.

A collection of Durkheim's courses on the origins of socialism (1896), edited and published by his nephew, Marcel Mauss, in 1928

Asta in his semi-devil form during battle, showcasing his immense power and determination in Black Clover.

Personality

Asta is an upbeat and energetic individual, often expressing his thoughts by shouting, especially when declaring his dream of becoming the Wizard King. His loud and confident nature sometimes irritates those around him, but it’s also part of his charm. Asta’s unshakable determination and refusal to give up have earned him the respect of his peers, even though he struggles with insecurities about his lack of magic.

Despite being looked down upon for his upbringing and lack of magical ability, Asta brushes off insults with ease. However, he is quick to defend his friends when they are insulted. His strong sense of justice pushes him to protect everyone, whether they are allies or enemies, as seen when he tries to save even those who have tried to harm him. Asta believes in accountability and often encourages those who have done wrong to make amends, but he does not hold onto grudges.

Though Asta is kind, honest, and well-meaning, he can be naive and easily fooled. His lack of knowledge about the Clover Kingdom’s workings sometimes gets him into trouble, but his perseverance and belief in himself help him overcome challenges. Beneath his loud exterior, Asta has struggled with feelings of inferiority, especially when comparing himself to mages like Yuno. Over time, he learns to accept his weaknesses and realizes that his strength comes from his determination, not magic.

His strong sense of justice, friendly demeanor, and relentless drive make him a respected figure, even among nobles. Asta’s pure-hearted nature also leads to affection from many girls, though his love for Sister Lily and his obliviousness often prevent him from noticing.

Battle Powers

Anti Magic

Anti Magic, a rare and powerful energy that allows him to nullify any form of magic. Despite having no innate magical ability, Asta’s mastery of Anti Magic has earned him the rank of an Arcane Stage mage, recognized for its uniqueness and potential. Even high-ranking devils, such as Zagred, acknowledge the strength of his Anti Magic. After mastering theZettentechnique, Asta’s control over Anti Magic becomes nearly flawless, making his attacks more fluid and seamless.

Abilities

Cover of the French edition of The Rules of Sociological Method (1919)

Asta smiling with his sword in hand, embodying his unwavering spirit and optimism in Black Clover.

Expert Swordsman

Although Asta starts with a rough, self-taught fighting style, his skill with a sword grows through intense battle experience and ki-sensing. His development is shaped by his battles against other skilled swordsmen and his training under Fanzell Kruger.

No Magic Power

Asta has no mana, which makes him unable to use magic. This gives him a unique advantage, as he can wield Anti Magic without suffering its usual weakening effects. His lack of mana also renders him invisible to mana sensors and immune to harmful mana-draining substances, such as those from the underworld.

Enhanced Strength

Asta possesses immense physical strength, capable of performing feats like single-handed push-ups in the thousands and punching through rock walls without injury. He can wield his heavy Anti Magic swords with ease and use them with enough force to break through stone.

Enhanced Speed

Asta’s natural speed is exceptional, and when augmented by Anti Magic, he becomes capable of moving at superhuman speeds. His rapid attacks are so fast that they become nearly invisible to the human eye, allowing him to strike enormous foes multiple times in seconds.

Enhanced Durability

Asta’s body is highly durable, as he has withstood numerous powerful attacks and emerged relatively unharmed from life-threatening situations. His resilience in battle enables him to keep fighting even after sustaining significant damage.

Enhanced Instinct

Asta has strong combat instincts, allowing him to react unconsciously to defend himself in the best way possible during a fight. This heightened awareness often gives him an edge in unpredictable battles.

Ki-Sensing

Taught by Yami Sukehiro, Asta learns to use Ki, a sixth sense originating from Yami’s homeland, Hino Country. This allows him to perceive unseen threats and react to attacks that would normally be undetectable.

Zetten

Asta can manipulate his Ki to focus and release Anti Magic into powerful strikes. This technique, perfected during his training with the Ryuzen Seven, allows him to deliver precise, devastating slashes that counter magic, including legendary feats such as slaying the Five-Headed Dragon.

Keen Intellect

Though often seen as impulsive, Asta is quick to adapt in battle, learning new techniques such as Ki-sensing in the heat of combat. His ability to analyze situations, strategize, and figure out how to use his swords effectively makes him a formidable fighter.

Devil-Possessed

Asta’s five-leaf clover grimoire connects him to the devil Liebe, granting him access to Anti Magic. As he draws on more power, his appearance becomes more devil-like. Asta bargains with Liebe to gain more power, giving up his right arm in exchange, which allows him to perform extraordinary feats like negating gravity-based magic.

Devil Union

After completing the Devil-Binding Ritual, Asta forms a partnership with Liebe, allowing them to Unite and greatly enhance their Anti Magic powers. Though the union initially lasts only five minutes, it grows stronger as Asta learns more about Liebe’s past. By focusing the union on specific parts of his body, Asta increases the time limit and the intensity of his abilities, extending their fusion to 10 minutes.

Equipment

Cover of the French edition of The Division of Labour in Society

Asta displaying a scared expression with a comical twist, showcasing his lighter side in Black Clover.

Grimoire

Asta wields a five-leaf clover grimoire that he received during a battle with Revchi. The grimoire appears old and dirty, with a black five-leaf clover insignia on its cover, though this is mostly hidden under the grime. Unbeknownst to Asta at first, his grimoire once belonged to the elf Licht as a four-leaf clover grimoire, but it was corrupted by the devil Zagred and now houses the devil Liebe. This connection gives Asta access to Anti Magic.

Asta’s grimoire allows him to summon powerfulAnti Magic swords, which can nullify magic and are crucial to his fighting style. While these swords can cut through magic, they act as blunt weapons when striking physical objects.

  • Demon-Slayer Sword: Asta’s first sword can be enlarged by channeling Anti Magic along its blade. Its flat side deflects spells, and after training in the Heart Kingdom, Asta learned to control the sword remotely, summoning it back to his hand and even using it to fly.

  • Demon-Dweller Sword: This sword can send out Anti Magic slashes from a distance, cutting through spells. It can also absorb magic from nearby allies, allowing Asta to release powerful attacks that carry the attributes of other magic types. Only Asta, with his lack of mana, can wield this sword without being affected by its Anti Magic.

  • Demon-Destroyer Sword: The third sword possesses the ability calledCausality Break, which creates tendrils of Anti Magic that can erase the lingering effects of spells. It can even negate powerful magic like Reincarnation Magic.

  • Demon-Slasher Katana: Originally lent to Asta by Yami Sukehiro during their battle against Dante Zogratis, this katana became Asta’s fourth sword when it was absorbed into his grimoire. Coated with Anti Magic by Asta’s devil arm, it deals heavy damage to enemies and has the unique ability of selective cutting—allowing Asta to target specific enemies without harming others.

Notable Quotes

  • “I’m going to be the Wizard King!! This is something I’ll never give up on!!”
    「オレは魔法帝になる…!! これだけは譲れねー…!!」
    (Ore wa Mahōtei ni naru…!! Kore dake wa yuzurene…!!)

  • “Even with no magic power… I’ll become the Wizard King.”
    「魔力が無くてもオレは 魔法帝になる」
    (Maryoku ga nakute mo Ore wa Mahōtei ni naru)

  • “My magic is never giving up!!!!”
    「諦めないのがオレの魔法だ!!!!」
    (Akiramenai no ga ore no mahōda!!!!)

  • “Gravel may be gravel, but me? I’m gravel that shatters diamonds!!!!”
    「石コロは石コロでもオレはァア ダイヤモンドを砕く石コロだ!!!!」
    (Ishikoro wa ishikoro demo ore wa~aa daiyamondo o kudaku ishikoro da!!!!)

  • “You people are special… And we got stronger… And made it this far… So we could protect everyone with you. So we could compete and help each other improve!! So we could fight together!!”
    「オレ達は… 特別なオマエらと… みんなを護る為に… 競い合い高め合う為に… 一緒に戦う為に…!! 強くなってここまで来たんだ…!!」
    (Ore-tachi wa… Tokubetsuna omae-ra to… Min’na o mamoru tame ni… Kisoiai takame au tame ni… Issho ni tatakau tame ni…!! Tsuyoku natte koko made kita nda…!!)

  • “Even I get… swamped by bad feelings sometimes!! They can fill me with power too!!! But I’ve got a strong heart that can control them and do what’s right!!! That’s what it means to be human!!”
    「オレだって… 悪い気持ちが溢れることはある…!! それだ力が漲ることも…!!! けど それを制御して正しいことに使える強い心がある…!!! それが人間だ!!!!」
    (Oredatte… Warui kimochi ga afureru koto wa aru…!! Soreda chikara ga minagiru koto mo…!!! Kedo Sore o seigyo shite tadashī koto ni tsukaeru tsuyoi kokoro ga aru…!!! Sore ga ningenda!!!!)

Trivia

  • Asta’s favorite person isSister Lily.
  • In theAssorted Questions Brigade Rankings:
    • Asta is the11th smartestmember of the Black Bull squad.
    • Asta is the2nd most muscularcharacter in the series.
    • Asta is the5th worst singer.
    • Asta ranks5th worst in skill and taste in art.
  • Asta ranked#1in the first, second, third, and fourth popularity polls, and#2in the fifth and sixth.
  • In the VIZ popularity polls, Asta ranked#2in the first and second polls, and#1in the third, fourth, and fifth.
  • Asta’s grimoire design is featured as the background forVolume 23’s cover.
  • For theTales of the Rayscrossover,Cress Albanereceives an Asta costume.