Fans of Black Clover and Boruto are expressing significant disappointment following the recent Anime Japan 2025 event, where updates regarding their beloved anime adaptations were notably absent. This has been an ongoing concern within these fandoms as Studio Pierrot continues to prioritize its efforts on other projects, namely the Bleach Thousand-Year Blood War.
Despite the high anticipation from fans, the event did not offer any insights into the future of Black Clover or Boruto. Instead, attention was directed towards Tokyo Ghoul:re, which will be rebroadcast as part of a celebration for the 30th anniversary of the anime Ninku. Additionally, announcements regarding other series, such as Mr. Osomatsu season 4 set for July 2025 and Magical Sisters Lulutto Lilly in 2026, have added to the frustration for those hoping for news about their favorite franchises.
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Frustration Mounts for Black Clover and Boruto Fans
The lack of updates during Anime Japan 2025 further compounds the ongoing vacuum of information regarding Black Clover and Boruto, both of which have been placed on hiatus by Studio Pierrot. Although there have been assurances of a future return in a seasonal format, fans hoped this event would provide a glimmer of hope amidst the uncertainty.
Studio Pierrot’s Current Focus: Bleach
The studio’s dedication to the Bleach franchise appears to be sidelining other major works. It is widely believed that Studio Pierrot intends to conclude the fourth arc of the Bleach anime before shifting their attention back to the much-anticipated continuations of Black Clover and Boruto.
Reactions on Social Media
The discontent among fans is palpable, particularly as both series were nearing some of their peak moments in the manga. While there is optimism regarding a potential seasonal format for their return, the continuing lack of new information remains a major concern for the dedicated followers of Black Clover and Boruto.
Past releases, including the 2023 film Sword of the Wizard King and various episodes that portrayed significant characters like Sasuke Uchiha and Naruto Uzumaki, exemplify Studio Pierrot’s capability to produce engaging content. However, many fans feel their cherished franchises are not receiving the attention they deserve.
“Being a fan of any anime which is produced by Studio Pierrot is just sad and painful,”someone expressed.
“Well, Black Clover fans, Boruto fans—the non-toxic ones & Naruto fans, we can all collectively put on our clown masks for expecting anything new from Pierrot,”another user added.
“Naruto/Boruto & Tokyo Ghoul need to be saved from garbage that is Studio Pierrot. Creatively bankrupt and incompetent, surviving only because they were lucky enough to land these big IPs a decade ago, destroying them and letting them rot,”one critic stated.
Though Black Clover and Boruto are anticipated to return to the anime landscape at some point, the current strategies employed by Studio Pierrot have raised doubts among fans regarding their suitability to manage these beloved franchises effectively.
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