: Showcases his ability to dual-wield his anti-magic swords, effectively neutralizing high-level noble spells.

: The Magic Knight captains and squads set aside their internal bickering to defend the city. Asta, following the noise of the chaos, is the first to encounter Rades as he attempts to kidnap a young girl. Notable Characters & Powers

: The banquet is interrupted by news that the Royal Capital is under siege. An assailant named Rades Spirito has bypassed the city's magical barriers to unleash hordes of zombies upon the citizens.

: Leopold Vermillion, impressed by Asta’s grit, officially declares him his rival. While Asta remains focused on Yuno, Leopold insists he can never have too many rivals.