Clevatess Offers Jujutsu Kaisen Fans Dark Fantasy Anime

Clevatess, the dark fantasy anime adapted by Lay-duce, has gained attention among Jujutsu Kaisen fans seeking similar themes, offering a brutal story set on the continent of Edthea with powerful beings, violent conflicts and a supernatural partnership at its center. According to ScreenRant, Clevatess was introduced in Crunchyroll's Summer 2025 anime lineup and received two full seasons. The series adapts Yūji Iwahara's LINE Manga work and follows the aftermath of a failed attempt by twelve heroes to defeat the Dark Beast Clevatess.

The story begins after Clevatess destroys the forces sent against him by the Kingdom of Hiden. He spares an infant named Luna and raises the child while testing whether humanoid races deserve another chance.

Clevatess later resurrects hero Alicia using his Dark Ichor and keeps her connected to him as they travel through a fractured continent. The pair encounter threats including bandits, spellcasters, corrupt human generals and other Dark Beasts.

The anime's action and sound design emphasize violent battles and body horror elements. ScreenRant noted that Clevatess shares some traits with Jujutsu Kaisen, including powerful supernatural figures, intense combat and a school setting described as "Jujutsu High-like" in its second season. Jujutsu Kaisen centers on Yuji Itadori and Ryomen Sukuna's hostile connection, while Clevatess presents a different dynamic between Alicia and Clevatess. Their relationship develops from control and obligation toward a mentor and student-like bond.

ScreenRant reported that Clevatess season 2 expands its lore around Toah, humanity's focus on heroes, Magic Crests and the changing relationship between Dark Beasts and humans. The season ends with a setup for future developments, while no substantial news for Clevatess season 3 was provided.