Introduction:

Noelle Silva, a character with a unique blend of nobility and magic, hails from the esteemed House Silva in the Clover Kingdom. As the second daughter, she holds the title of 3rd Class Junior Magic Knight in both the Black Bull and Royal Knights squads. Her journey takes a fascinating turn when the water spirit Undine, previously contracted to Princess Lolopechka, chooses to serve Noelle instead. Later, Noelle forms a contract with Leviathan, the ‘Sea God,’ for Judgment Day, adding another layer to her already intriguing character.

Noelle’s trivia includes:

• Her grimoire design serves as the background for Volume 2’s cover.
• Her favourite things are sweets and items that are both annoying and cute.
• In the Assorted Questions Brigade rankings, she is ranked as the third smartest member of the Black Bulls, the second most beautiful woman, the worst singer, and the fourth most disliked by animals.
• Noelle ranked highly in popularity polls, reaching #1 in the fifth and sixth polls and consistently ranking in the top three in VIZ popularity polls.
• Despite her magical talents, she is known as the worst chef in the series.
• In the Tales of the Rays crossover, Shirley Fennes receives a Noelle costume.
• Noelle’s childhood and character design are references to the fairy tale “The Ugly Duckling.”

Appearance:

Noelle’s appearance is as striking as her character. She has a slender frame and captivating pink eyes that seem to hold a world of emotions. Her long, silver hair is usually styled in pigtails, with bangs that gracefully fall over her forehead. She accessorizes with purple stud earrings shaped like crosses and a silver bracelet on her left wrist, adding a touch of elegance to her overall look.

Her attire includes a short, backless purple dress covered by a silver blazer. The blazer features gold cuffs, and House Silva pins near her collarbone. It has frilly edges and a tailcoat extending to her knees, with sleeves attached at the back. Her outfit is secured by a gold locket at the neck. She wears a brown leather belt with a pouch containing her grimoire hanging on her right side. Completing her look are silver leg warmers with gold cuffs and sandals.

As a member of the Black Bull squad, Noelle wears the squad’s signature black robe, which resembles a hooded mantle with gold trimming. It fastens with a gold button on the right side and proudly displays the squad’s emblem on the left.

After undergoing six months of training in the Heart Kingdom, Noelle’s usual attire receives subtle modifications. She now wears a revamped version of her squad’s robe, secured by a turquoise cord around her neck. Her hair is styled in pigtails held by purple ribbons, and she appears to have stopped wearing earrings. Additionally, her bangs have grown longer on each side, framing her face. During her childhood, she wore her hair in braided pigtails on the sides of her head, and her clothing bore a resemblance to her current attire.

Personality:

Noelle’s royal upbringing sometimes makes her seem arrogant and self-centred. For instance, she initially rejects Asta’s attempts at friendship, insisting he needs her permission to talk to her. Her pride also makes it hard for her to admit her mistakes. Instead, she often shifts blame onto others or makes excuses. Even when she does acknowledge her faults, she tends to downplay her successes, preferring to maintain a serious demeanour rather than express happiness. Noelle also displays a discerning taste, as seen when she dismisses Magna Swing’s broom as unimpressive. This suggests she holds herself to high standards and expects the same from others.

Noelle’s upbringing in a family that belittled her for her lack of control over her magic left her with feelings of inferiority, especially compared to her accomplished siblings. This sense of inadequacy pushes her to prove herself by pushing her limits during training sessions. Furthermore, Noelle’s past experiences make her wary of others, expecting them to treat her as her family did. Despite this, she remains modest and feels embarrassed by situations like torn clothing or wearing a bikini.

As a member of the Black Bulls, Noelle’s journey of self-discovery, particularly influenced by Asta, has been a source of inspiration. Her newfound self-assurance has led her to display courage in facing formidable opponents like Vetto and even challenging her brother, Solid. Kahono’s insight into Noelle’s struggle with magic control, attributing it to her innate desire to avoid harming others, has revealed a kind and compassionate side of her. This journey of self-discovery has not only boosted her confidence but also opened her up to commoners, advocating for inclusivity regardless of social status.

Noelle’s combination of confidence, courage, and compassion instils in her a strong determination to protect those she holds dear. This selfless aspect of her character is truly admirable, showcasing her as a character who is willing to put others before herself.

Despite her personal growth, Noelle’s noble upbringing still influences her behaviour. Her struggle to acknowledge her growing romantic feelings for Asta reflects her reluctance to confront her emotions honestly. This internal conflict is something many can relate to, making her character more human and relatable.

Magic:

Noelle possesses several types of magic:

• Water Magic: Noelle can create and control water, often using it to launch water balls at her foes.
• True Water Magic: Noelle harnesses the Heart Kingdom’s unique magic and natural mana to manipulate genuine water.
• Creation Magic: Noelle shapes objects and beings out of water using this form of magic.
• Reinforcement Magic: Noelle enhances her physical abilities with this magic.
• Spirit Magic: Noelle can summon a powerful spirit to aid her in battle. With this magic, she summoned Undine, the water spirit, reaching the Saint Stage level of mastery. However, she lost access to Spirit Magic and Saint Stage after her contract with Undine ended.
• Union Magic: Noelle combines her Water Magic with Gauche Adlai’s Mirror Magic for enhanced effects.

Abilities:

Due to her royal heritage, Noelle possesses immense magic power. She can create massive water spheres and powerful waterspouts, though controlling this power has been a challenge for her. With practice, she learned to control her magic better, even shaking the Seabed Temple with her power. Her controlled spells became formidable enough to face elves in battle.

Through training in the Heart Kingdom, she mastered the Mana Method, enhancing the size and strength of her water spells. Temporarily bonded with Undine, she absorbed the water spirit’s power, boosting her magic abilities significantly. This, combined with her Saint Stage mastery, allowed her to rival powerful opponents like Vanica Zogratis and even destroy part of Megicula’s heart.

Though her pact with Undine ended, the experience enabled her to forge a contract with the Sea God, Leviathan, showcasing her remarkable growth and strength.

Equipments:

Noelle’s equipment includes:

• Grimoire: She wields a three-leaf clover grimoire that amplifies her water-based magic. The cream-coloured cover features intricate borders and a three-leaf clover symbol at the centre of the front cover.
• Wand: Noelle uses a slender brown wand to help control her magical power. The rod has a rounded tip, a round-cut jewel at the base, and a twisted design in the middle. Gold ornaments adorn the top and base of the handle.
• Brooch: Noelle acquires a magical brooch housing a lifeform named Bruce, which aids her in improving her magic control. After Bruce’s passing, the brooch is reshaped and affixed to the base of her wand.

Communication Device: She possesses a small device that enables communication with the Magic Knights headquarters. It can transmit both audio and visual messages.

Nobel quotes:

“Little insect with your paltry magic, don’t address me so casually.”

“That’s right. I’m a royal, deemed to have the most superior magic in this kingdom… And that’s precisely why we should extend a helping hand to everyone! Thinking you’re better than others and looking down on them is something only those with shallow hearts do. Emma, you’re welcome to enjoy the festival! Whether royal, noble, commoner, or peasant, it doesn’t matter!! Let’s all have fun together!!”

“You see, even when the odds of winning are slim, there are moments when humans simply have to take action!! Winning isn’t guaranteed just because we don’t give up. However, if we do give up, we’ll never win!!! Our strength lies in never giving up!!!!”