Blue Lock Chapter 231: Release Date, Spoilers, Recap & Where to Re...

In the upcoming Blue Lock Chapter 231, the spotlight will finally shift to Hiori as he joins the field to assist Isagi in achieving the crucial goal required to secure victory in the match. This final goal holds paramount significance for Isagi, as he finds himself no longer occupying the center stage. The attention that once belonged to him has been usurped by none other than Barou, who now reigns supreme within the Blue Lock ranks.

From the early chapters of the series, it was evident that Blue Lock's essence extended beyond football itself. The narrative revolves around characters egos and their evolution through the medium of sport. Among the cast, Isagi stands out as the individual who underwent the most significant development, propelling Blue Lock to the forefront.

The storyline also hints at characters becoming overly consumed by the pursuit of victory. This is where Thorfin and his personal journey shine, revealing the theme of acceptance and growth. In a world dominated solely by Blue Lock's popularity, an unrealistic standard is set, one that the majority of characters in the series may not attain.

Blue Lock Chapter 231 — Blue Lock (Credits: Pocket)

Blue Lock Chapter 230 Recap

Blue Lock Chapter 230 had everyone in reverie with Barou’s goal. Barou’s goal not only made him the most popular among everyone who was watching but also made him come above Isagi. Barou finally got to have his revenge on Isagi for that one match earlier in the series, which pushed Barou to grow.

Truth be told if Barou hadn’t come this far, if he hadn’t grown at that point in the story. And even at that time, he realized how vital it was for him to learn that lesson. But his ego had also grown, and he had the goal of overthrowing Isagi since that day, and he achieved it with a full team on his side.

However, Isagi was not happy with this one bit and wanted to do something about it. He couldn’t live with himself after being done like that, he wanted to retaliate, and Noa’s time was up. Moreover, Isagi’s support was also out due to his injuries, and the only one who could help him achieve that vision was Hiori.

Blue Lock Chapter 231 Spoilers

In the upcoming Blue Lock Chapter 231, Hiori's journey within the story will culminate in a moment of self-discovery and empowerment. His narrative arc revolves around the imposition of sportsmanship upon him, a burden he has deeply resented. Despite this, he refrained from rebelling against his parents due to his aversion to confrontation, leading to years of suppressing his frustrations.

The long-repressed frustrations are now on the verge of surfacing and finding expression. Hiori is poised to become a wildcard that the Ubers must contend with, as he possesses the skill to match their capabilities.

Hiori's significance extends beyond that, as he will also play a role in expanding Isagi's goal-oriented perspective and reigniting his fervor for scoring. This sentiment has been dormant for a while. Additionally, a pivotal moment looms where either Hiori or Isagi enters the coveted "zone" and successfully scores, although this development might not unfold in the immediate next chapter.

What is the release date for Blue Lock Chapter 231?

Blue Lock Chapter 231 will come out on September 3, 2023, for the following regions.

Pacific Daylight Time [West Coast]: 8:00 AM PDT (September 3, 2023)
Central Daylight Time [Central American and Canada]: 9:00 AM CDT (September 3, 2023)
Eastern Daylight Time [East Coast]: 10:00 AM EDT (September 3, 2023)
Greenwich Mediterranean Time [Britain]: 5:00 PM BST (September 3, 2023)
Indian Standard Time [India]: 8.30 PM IST (September 3, 2023)
Singapore Standard Time [Singapore]: 11:00 PM SGT (September 3, 2023)
Philippines Standard Time [Philippines]: 11:00 PM PST (September 3, 2023)

It will be available to read on September 4, 2023, for these regions.