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Discover the complete guide to all Fairy Tail arcs. Also, find the longest and shortest arcs and if any can be skipped.
Fairy Tail is a shonen anime that often goes under the radar due to stiff competition from the Big Three. However, this should not be attributed to its quality itself, as the series has a dedicated fanbase that appreciates its heartfelt camaraderie between characters and sense of adventure.
As the manga first debuted nearly two decades ago and the anime followed shortly after, Fairy Tail has several arcs that fans may find difficult to navigate. To assist with this, we have prepared a comprehensive guide of all Fairy Tail Arcs.
A Detailed List of All the Arcs in Fairy Tail
The Fairy Tail anime is divided into the original Fairy Tail, Fairy Tail Zero, and Fairy Tail: 100 Years Quest. While they come under the banner of the same series, we will be dividing the arcs respectively for easier reference.
Fairy Tail Arcs
| Arc | Episodes | Chapters |
| Macao Arc | Episodes 1- 2 | 1-3 |
| Daybreak Arc | Episodes 3-4 | 4-9 |
| Eisenwald Arc | Episodes 5-10 | 10-23 |
| Sub-Zero Emperor Lyon Arc | Episodes 11-20 | 24-46 |
| Phantom Lord Arc | Episodes 21-29 | 47-69 |
| Loke Arc | Episodes 30-32 | 70-74 |
| Tower of Heaven Arc | Episodes 33-40 | 75-102 |
| The Battle of Fairy Tail Arc | Episodes 41-51 | 103-130 |
| Oración Seis Arc | Episodes 52-68 | 131-164 |
| Daphne Arc | Episodes 69-75 | – |
| Edolas Arc | Episodes 76-95 | 165-199 |
| Tenrou Island Arc | Episodes 96-122 | 200-253 |
| X791 Arc | Episodes 123-124 | 254-257 |
| Key of the Starry Sky Arc | Episodes 125-150 | – |
| Grand Magic Games Arc | Episodes 151-203 | 258-340 |
| Eclipse Celestial Spirits Arc | Episodes 204-226 | – |
| Sun Village Arc | Episodes 227-233 | 341-355 |
| Tartaros Arc | Episodes 234-265 | 356-417 |
| Avatar Arc | Episodes 276-284 | 418-437 |
| Alvarez Arc | Episodes 285-328 | 438-545 |
Fairy Tail Zero Arcs
Fairy Tail Zero is a prequel to Fairy Tail. It takes place within the Fairy Tail anime but is separated by title in the manga. This is why there is a mismatch between the episode and chapter count.
| Arc | Episodes | Chapters |
| Zero Arc | Episodes 266-275 | 1-13 |
Fairy Tail: 100 Years Quest Arcs
Fairy Tail: 100 Years Quest is a sequel separated in both the anime and the manga. It picks up from where its predecessor left off.
| Arc | Episodes | Chapters |
| Water Dragon God Arc | Episodes 1-7 | 1-24 |
| Wood Dragon God Arc | Episodes 8-19 | 25-63 |
| Moon Dragon God Arc | – | 64-90 |
| Great Labyrinth Arc | – | 91-122 |
| Gold Owl Arc | – | 123-153 |
| True Dragon King Festival Arc | – | 154-Current |
Should You Skip Any Fairy Tail Arc?
Among all the storylines in Fairy Tail, the Daphne Arc, the Key of the Starry Sky Arc, and the Eclipse Celestial Spirits Arc are filler arcs. This means that they are not part of the manga and are anime-original additions. Hence, skipping them will not impact your viewing experience in any way.
That being said, most of the fandom believes that the fillers of the series help create its heart and soul. They feature wholesome interactions and development for major and minor characters in Fairy Tail.
Hence, for those who want to stick solely to the canon scenes, you can undoubtedly skip the filler arcs mentioned above. However, if you are captivated by the world of Fairy Tail and need more content, these arcs help to provide that.
Which Are the Longest and Shortest Fairy Tail Arcs?
The longest arc in the Fairy Tail manga is the Alvarez Arc, spanning 108 chapters. It follows Natsu, Erza, and others as they discover the greatest secret of Fairy Tail – the Fairy Heart and end up having to fight the powerful Alvarez Empire.
The Fairy Tail anime, on the other hand, has the Grand Magic Games Arc as the longest arc. This has 53 episodes and adapts 83 manga chapters. Therefore, it occupies more space compared to the Alvarez Arc’s 44-episode anime adaptation.
The Grand Magic Games Arc follows a grand competition held in Fiore where the greatest of guilds participate. Determined to restore their glory, Fairy Tail also joins the contest. With powerful competition from other guilds, however, their task is easier said than done.
The shortest arc in the Fairy Tail anime and manga is the introductory Macao Arc. It follows Lucy and Natsu’s first meeting as they are searching for Salamander. Additionally, it shows the Fairy Tail Guild as they set out to find Macao.
What Is the Current Ongoing Arc in the Fairy Tail Manga?
The ongoing arc in the Fairy Tail manga is the True Dragon King Festival Arc from Fairy Tail: 100 Years Quest. It revolves around Team Natsu as they are captured by a Dark Guild called Fire and Flame.
While the others look to escape, Natsu discovers the True Dragon King Festival in the Fire God’s Castle. Faced with Ignia and his subordinates’ danger as well as a nefarious plot, will our main characters be able to emerge victorious?
Conclusion
Fairy Tail has continuously impressed fans with its fantasy, action, and character dynamics. Through this article, we hope to allow viewers to find their favourite arcs and also skip those that aren’t necessary.
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