Black Clover is a wizard-themed manga by Tabata Yūki that is serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump. The story follows Asta, a commoner boy born without magical powers, as he strives to become the Wizard Emperor, a title bestowed on the most powerful person in the land. Highlights of the story include wizard battles and the protagonist's determination to never give up, no matter what the situation. In Black Clover, there is an order of knights called the Magic Knights that serve the Magic Emperor. In this article, we will introduce the members of the Order of the Golden Dawn, said to be the strongest of these magic knights, and their abilities.
What is the Golden Dawn?
The Golden Dawn is known as the strongest magic knight corps in the Clover Kingdom, and its members are primarily wizards from noble families. However, Asta's rival, Yuno, is also a member of the Golden Dawn. They consistently achieve top marks every year. Their symbol is the sun, and their symbolic color is gold.
William Vangeance
William Vangeance is the leader of the Golden Dawn. He wears a mask bestowed upon him by the Magic Emperor, and beneath it he has a distinctive black birthmark. Originally born in the Greater Mesoamerican world, he was adopted by a noble family at the age of eight. He was later invited by the Magic Emperor to join the Magic Knights, where he remains to this day.
William Vangeance's Abilities
William Vangeance's magical attribute is the World Tree. He can create trees through magic and absorb the magical powers of others. In the story, he demonstrates his powerful magic by creating a World Tree large enough to cover the city of Kiten. He is thought to be the same person as Licht, the leader of the Eye of the White Night, but details are unknown.
Langirus Vord
Langirus Vord is the vice-captain of the Golden Dawn. His older brother, Finral, is a member of the Black Bulls, but Langris Vord is superior and looks down on his brother. A member of the Vord family, skilled in spatial magic, he is considered a candidate to become the next head of the family. He has a cold-hearted personality and cares nothing for the sacrifices of the people.
Alexandra Sandler
Alexandra Sandler is a wizard with sharp eyes. She is loyal to William Vangeance and acts faithfully, but she looks down on and dislikes Yuno, a commoner. His magical element is sand, and he is highly skilled, able to manipulate it to create and restrain soldiers.
Hamon Curseus
Hamon Curseus is a wizard characterized by his stout physique. He values elegance, has a noble personality, and laughs with a "Ohohoho..." sound. Hamon Curseus' magical attribute is glass, and he often uses glass to appear from the ground as an attack.
Klaus Lunet
Klaus Lunet is a wizard with glasses and light blue hair. He hails from the Wang Noble World and has a very serious personality. Because he hails from the Royal Noble Realm, he initially looks down on the commoners Yuno and Asta when exploring the Demon Palace, but after working with them he changes his mind. Klaus Lunette's magical attribute is steel, and he can use a variety of magic, such as creating steel walls and creating drill-like spears to attack with.
Mimosa Vermillion
Mimosa Vermillion is a witch with wavy brown hair. She has a kind, laid-back personality and a naive side. Mimosa Vermillion is of royal descent. Furthermore, she dislikes her older brother, Kirsch, vice-commander of the Coral Peacock. Mimosa Vermillion's magical attribute is plant, and she specializes in healing and detection magic.
Yuno
Yuno is a wizard of commoner origin who grew up in the church as an orphan alongside Asta. She has flowing black hair and cool eyes, and is quiet but competitive. He has a great talent for magic and possesses a four-leaf clover grimoire. Yuno's magical attribute is wind, and he is proficient in a variety of spells, from offensive to defensive. He is also blessed with the protection of Sylph, the wind spirit.
Summary
This article introduced the members of the Golden Dawn, one of the Magic Knight Orders that appears in Black Clover. William Vangeance, the leader of the Golden Dawn, is said to be the same person as Licht, the leader of the Eye of the Midnight Sun, but the truth about him remains a mystery. So, it will be interesting to see how the story unfolds.
