Page 1: No Magic and Too Much Magic
Screams...
All he could hear were screams...
A blood red sky...
Images of men and women struck down by magic one by one
There was one particular phrase however that seemed to stick out to him as it kept reappearing in his head...
"It was the humans...they did this!"
"Arran...Arran...ARRAN WAKE UP!" The now named Arran woke up in a startle as he nearly fell off his bed. "Mom I thought I told you not to do that while I'm sleeping..."He groaned and held his head
Soon enough the blonde woman raised her head and smiled cheekily at him. She had silky blonde hair that reached her back and covered her left eye. Her exposed right eye was amethyst purple as she currently wore a black nightgown. "Well I apologize that you decided to sleep in this late. Didn't you promise Asta and Yuno that you'd hang out with them today? And not only that the Grimoire Acceptance Ceremony is today"
Arran grumbled knowing that she was right. Before long he sat up in his bed and grabbed his normal attire :a simple black shirt with a red jacket. He wore pitch black pants with purposefully made holes in them and brown boots with gray lining. Around his neck was a silver necklace with a red gem at the center its emblem resembling that of a star.
As Arran walked down the hills over to Hage Village he couldn't help but ponder today's upcoming events. Training with Asta and Yuno? Yuno was already a prodigy with his wind magic while Asta barely had any but that hasn't stopped him. Then there's the problem with Arran. He was born with a lot magic probably being able to compete with that of a noble. But here's the catch: while Arran may have a lot of magic he has next to no control over it. Any possible strong magic spells may run the risk of self destruction.
"Everything will be fine...Im going to get my grimoire soon anyways...maybe then I'll be able to control my magic...whatever it is"He mumbled to himself as he reached the church doors. 'What even is my magic anyways...Luna said that my magic involved flames but I can't even find that out without possibly destroying myself..' He thought and sighed internally before regained his composure. He was about to knock on the doors until he noticed a familiar sight to the left of him.
There was a an amber eyed boy with messy black hair using his wind to hold up a laundry basket. His outfit consists of a pitch black shirt with a high collar and long sleeves have brown leather that cover the wrists and upper arms. He wore light brown pants that are cut below his knees and, around his waist, a pair of brown belts that cross over each other. Additionally, he wears a pair of dark-colored socks and a pair of boots. He also has necklace similar to Arran's but his necklace is gold, the gem is blue, and the symbol is a cross instead of a star
"Oh Yuno" The mentioned Yuno turned his head at his name being called and his slightly widened in slight surprise. "Oh Arran. Nice seeing you again"
Arran walked over to Yuno and brandished a big smile. "Of course. I'd never pass up the chance to hang out with you guys" He said but then he looked around the outer area of the church. "But where is Asta? I don't see him anywhere"
Yuno then pointed out in the distance. Inside of Hage Village there was a special artifact that symboled years of Clover Kingdom in the distance was a giant skull representing that of a demon. Located on the very top of the skull was the statue of the first Wizard King
Yuno pointed directly at the skull and said "He's in there training like he normally does"
Arran slightly frowned at that "No signs of any magic from him today?" He asked to which Yuno replied with a simple nod. That only made his frown grow even more as he was starting to worry about his friend. He was snapped out of his worries when the two of them heard a familiar scream. A small dot then emerged from the skull and began to run in their direction
As the dot came closer to them it began to take shape and form a person now that Arran and Yuno could see him clearly. He was shorter than the two of them with spiky ash blonde hair and green eyes. His outfit consisted of a plain white tunic with a V-shaped collar underneath a dark blue jacket whose sleeves extend only up to his elbows. He sports a pair of matching shorts which have stitch marks on the left side. His shoes are made out of two different cloths, the parts covering his ankles, the soles the same color as his pants. The parts covering his toes are white, a vertical stitch mark going from the bridge to his toes
The ash blonde boy ran past Arran and Yuno while saying "Hey Yuno Hi Arran-wait Arran?!". He quickly stopped in his tracks and turned around walking over to the red haired boy. "Hey there Arran! You come over for training as well?"He said with his usual upbeat smile
Arran sweatdropped at his enthusiam but shook it off quickly nonetheless. "Asta did you forget that I could destroy myself with my magic if I'm not careful. I'd like to stay alive so I can get my grimoire"He said to which Asta's eyes lit up in determination
"That's right the Grimoire Acceptance Ceremony is later today! That'll be when our journey to become the Wizard King begins" Asta declared to which Arran nodded in agreement although Yuno just ignored the two of them
'That's right. Ever since that day the three of us strove to become the Wizard King to prove ourselves and make life a better place for the people here in Hage' Arran though to himself
Hours passed until it was finally time. Many people started to gather at the Grimoire Tower for the acceptance ceremony. As for our three heroes they all had different reactions to this event as it came ever closer with each step: Yuno had his usual stoic face on, Asta was brimming with excitement and determination, while Arran kept a neutral face but he very nervous internally. "Awesome! So many grimoires!"Asta exclaimed once all the 15 year olds were in the tower. "I wonder which one mine is"
Arran couldn't help but chuckle at his enthusiasm. "I know the suspense is killing me.." He said as he looked at all the various shelves of grimoires
'Once I get my grimoire I can finally learn what my attribute is and focus on controlling it...then I'll be able to stand with Asta and Yuno at the top' Arran though to himself
'Once I get my hands on a grimoire I'll be able to use magic too. Arran..Yuno..I'll catch up with you both soon enough' Asta thought to himself
"Look at those three can they be anymore shappier? They shouldn't give out grimoires to just anyone who crawls off the street" A blonde man said with a snarky tone while his friend laughed in agreement.
"You don't think they would be foolish enough to take the Magic Knights Entrance Exam in 6 months? I don't think they realize that only nobles and royalty have enough magic power to even attempt it"His friend said but then the snarky blonde pointed at Arran. "Actually that boy there has a enormous amount of magic power for a mere commoner. He may be able to match royalty when it comes to mana reserves. Though its quite unfortunate that he has next to no control over his magic so one wrong move and all of that magic will backfire on him"He said in a mocking tone with a chuckle
Then his friend pointed right at Asta. "Speaking of magic power I've heard that that measly commoner doesn't have any magic to speak of" He laughed to which the blonde joined in on the laughter. "We may have to take extra special care of him!"
On the sidelines of the tower stood Sister Lily, Orsi Orfai, and the church children watching Asta, Yuno, and Arran intently. Each worried and wished them good luck minus Nash since he still didn't believe in Asta.
"Welcome to Grimoire Tower my examinees!" a voice boomed out in the tower before it was revealed to be an old white beared male with robes resembling that of an old wizard. The master of Grimoire Tower: Drouot. "With this ceremony you will officially be able to take your first step down the path of a magic knight. I wish you hope, integrity, and love" Drouot said as he was lowered down to bottom floor by a magic rug. "For those who don't know I'm the master of this Grimoire tower. Now I pray that one of you in this room has what it takes to become a magic knight let alone, the wizard king' He explained before one of his eyes opened in a crazy manner. "Seriously I mean it!"
"And now.. to accept.. your grimoires"
Once Drouot said various grimoires coated in magic began to float around the center of the room. Everyone was amazed at this sight, especially Arran and Asta who were wondering what grimoires they were going to get
Very soon the grimoires began to descend into the hands of various participants whether they be big or small, thick or thin, blank or loaded with spells
The blonde haired boy from earlier now held a red colored grimoire while his friend held a green one. "6 months from now we'll be attending the magic knights exam and we will succeed" The two said in unison in which Drouot nodded in approval
"Yes yes I have high expectations from you all' The wizard said in response
Various grimoires of shapes and sizes floated down for everyone to receive. Everyone...
"Hey uhhh..."
The sound of Asta's voice drew all the attention towards him as he was on one knee with his arms held open. "Is my grimoire running late or something?"He said with uncertainty as most of the participants looked at him in disbelief.
"Ummm Asta...?"
Another familiar voice sapped the attention towards even gaining Asta's attention since his name was called. But when he saw who it was he wasn't able to hide his shock and disbelief
Arran had his arm raised up in the air with a horrified expression practically begging that what he thought was happening was just a nightmare. "Your not the only one..."
All of the grimoires had floated to their various new owners. Everyone except Asta and Arran...
Drouot looked at the two of them with a slight hint of uncertainty before he finally decided to speak up. "Uhhh...try again next year?"
"WHAAAAT?!"Asta shouted in disbelief while Arran's entire world shattered at that sentence as he fell to his knees. Most of the participants began to laugh and mock the two failures until a bright light emerged from the middle of the room.
Asta and Arran turned their heads towards the source, albeit Arran strained himself. It was Yuno's grimoire but unlike everyone else's, which had three leafed clovers, his grimoire had a four leaf clover. In the clover kingdom the various leaves of the clover each had a different meaning. The leaves of a three leaf clover represented Hope, Integrity, and Love. While the Fourth leaf is said to bring good luck.
Yuno was granted the power of grimoire used like the one of the first wizard king in the legends
"He managed to get a four leaf?!"
"That filthy little commoner" many voices spoke out in disbelief at this revelation but then their disbelief only grew from Yuno's next action
After grasping his grimoire Yuno turned so that the entire crowd could hear him and said "I will become the wizard king"
"That's our Yuno! The pride and joy of Hage Village!"Orsi cried out with rivers of tears flowing from his eyes. The rest of church children were praising Yuno for how amazing he was while Sister Lily was still in shock
As for Asta however he soon joined Arran in a shattered state. Both of them were crushed that their rival had gotten ahead of him and without a grimoire...they couldn't even catch up
However Asta soon rose back up to his feet his face slightly shadowed. "Yuno.."He said making Yuno look towards him
"Just wait..Im hot on your heels". Asta then turned around his face filled with determination. "I'll catch up to you and Arran for you both are my rivals!"
Arran slightly looked in surprise at Asta's declaration as the whole tower went silent.
It didn't take long for everyone to start laughing at Asta again for how ridiculous he sounded
"His rival? He has to be joking"
"Big talk for an idiot who didn't even get a grimoire. And he really called the walking bomb his rival as well?"
"Those two idiots probably lost their minds when they didn't get their grimoires"
Yuno's reaction was unexpected to say the least. His eyes widened in slight surprise but then...he walked right past Asta like he wasn't even there. "No"
Asta looked back at him in shock before turning to Arran who was still down on his knees. "Alright everyone time to go.."Orsi called out to them. "We need to prepare for the big banquet"
Unbeknownst to them a cloaked man smiled crazily at the outcome of the ceremony. "A boy wonder with a four leaf clover..."
The sun began to fall on Hage as Arran sat by a river near the tower his mind unable to comprehend what happened in the tower. 'I didn't get a grimoire...and why did Yuno ignore Asta? Did he forget about the promise we made?' He thought to himself for a bit.
Soon enough Arran found himself walking back into the tower. "I know I told myself that what happened was probably a mistake but the ceremony is over...no way a grimoire is going to accept me now" He muttered quietly before he looked up at the top of the tower which was in the shape of a 3 leaf clover. 'No I can't give up! Maybe there's another chance...and even if I don't get a grimoire Ill find a way to control my destructive magic!' He thought to himself as he raised his hand up towards the clover in determination but once he did it started to turn black
"What the.." Arran muttered to himself as the clover turned completely black and shone its light down on Arran
Arran shielded his eyes from the sudden impact with the light but when he did he noticed something in front of him, something unbelievable
It was a grimoire...though it looked charred and beaten it was an actual grimoire in the flesh
Arran was silent up until now the pure shock evident on his face as he silently reached out for the grimoire taking in its hand looking at it as if to make sure that it was real
"This one will do just nicely..."
Arran then ran off to go tell Luna about his discovery. Though there was something different about his newly obtained grimoire. While everyone else had three leafed clovers and Yuno had a four leaf...Arran's grimoire...had five leaves
Hey everyone Blueheartz here and thank you for reading my first chapter of Devils and Dragons. I recently watched the Black Clover and I'm already on episode 153 so needless to say Im addicted to it. But I never got to write out my own fanfic for it due to school but that ends now. Feel free to write out any reviews in the comments or if you wanna talk pm me. Until then I'll see you all in the next chapter. Blueheartz out