After his victory over the Demon Lord’s general, Kelvin is officially promoted to Rank S. He is invited to a celebratory banquet where he finally meets the Beast King, Leonhart Gauld , who serves as both a mentor figure and a potential future rival.
The episode ends with the reveal of another hero being summoned to the world, setting the stage for a potential Season 2 (though no official date has been confirmed). Critical Review: Dub vs. Sub Kuro no Shoukanshi (Dub) Episode 12
To test Kelvin's newfound status, a mock battle is arranged between Kelvin's party and the Beast King’s elite warriors. This sequence highlights the growth of his companions, particularly Efil and Gerard , showing they have moved beyond being simple "minions" to top-tier combatants. After his victory over the Demon Lord’s general,
Episode 12 of (Black Summoner), titled "Another Summon," serves as the Season 1 finale and focuses on Kelvin reaching Rank S, his confrontation with the Beast King, and the emotional resolution of his relationship with Melfina. Plot Summary and Key Highlights Critical Review: Dub vs
The emotional core of the episode revolves around Kelvin finally accumulating enough mana to summon Melfina into a physical body. While he still lacks his past memories, their reunion cements her as a central romantic lead, though some viewers noted the scene missed a "climactic kiss".
The episode currently holds a community score of approximately on platforms like MyAnimeList and IMDb . It is widely regarded as a solid, if generic, isekai finale that succeeds because it leans into its identity as a "power fantasy" without taking itself too seriously.
The finale was described as "short" and "low-stakes" for a series conclusion. Instead of a world-ending threat, it focused on internal progression (ranking up) and interpersonal relationships, which some critics called "thoroughly meh" while others found it "charming" and refreshing. Overall Reception