If you’ve been following Fairy Tail for a while, you already know that one of the biggest fan debates has always been about Natsu and Lucy. Their bond has been the heart of the series since the beginning, and fans have been waiting forever to see if their relationship would ever turn into something more. Now that Fairy Tail has a direct sequel manga called Fairy Tail: 100 Year Quest, the big question is back on the table: Do Natsu and Lucy finally get married?
Let’s talk about it together like two friends geeking out over manga, because this is one topic that has kept the Fairy Tail fandom buzzing nonstop.
Back in the original Fairy Tail series, Natsu and Lucy’s relationship was left somewhat open-ended. They were inseparable partners, constantly supporting each other, saving each other’s lives, and clearly having a special bond. But Mashima-sensei (the creator of Fairy Tail) never outright confirmed them as a romantic couple.
For some fans, that was frustrating. For others, it was the perfect ending because it left room for imagination. Still, most people hoped that the sequel would give us some more answers.
Fairy Tail: 100 Year Quest continues right where the original manga left off. The main team takes on the legendary 100 Year Quest, a mission so difficult that no one has completed it in over a century. Naturally, Natsu and Lucy are together again, side by side as always.
So far, the story has focused more on the adventure, new characters, and the insane challenges they face rather than romance. It feels very much like classic Fairy Tail full of humor, action, and those emotional character moments that make you remember why you love the series in the first place.
But of course, every time Natsu and Lucy share a meaningful glance, or whenever Natsu goes above and beyond to protect Lucy, fans immediately ask the same question: Is this the moment they finally confess?
If you’re curious to catch up with the manga yourself, you can find updates here: https://fairytail100yearsquest.com/
Here’s the truth: No, Natsu and Lucy do not get married in the 100 Year Quest (at least not yet).
As of now, the manga is still ongoing. That means the story is far from finished, and Mashima-sensei, along with Atsuo Ueda (the illustrator for 100 Year Quest), still have plenty of time to develop Natsu and Lucy’s bond further. But at this stage, marriage is not something that has happened in the storyline.
Instead, what we get are more subtle moments moments that show just how much they mean to each other. It’s the little things: the way Lucy always trusts Natsu no matter how reckless he is, or the way Natsu’s face hardens with determination whenever Lucy is in danger. These small pieces keep the “NaLu” ship alive and thriving.
Even though marriage hasn’t happened, Fairy Tail fans are nothing if not patient. There are a few reasons why people still strongly believe Natsu and Lucy will end up together:
The emotional foundation – Unlike a lot of shonen pairings that feel forced, Natsu and Lucy have had hundreds of chapters of development. Their relationship is built on trust, loyalty, and shared experiences.
The way Mashima writes – Mashima-sensei loves to keep fans guessing, but he also rewards loyal readers with payoffs. Think of how long certain plotlines took in the original Fairy Tail before we saw their resolution.
The fanbase influence – Let’s be real, NaLu is one of the most popular ships in the entire fandom. It would be almost shocking if Mashima ended the story without addressing it more directly.
One of the reasons some fans love Fairy Tail so much is because it never becomes just about romance. At the same time, that can also be a little frustrating if you’re rooting for your favorite ship. The 100 Year Quest has doubled down on the “adventure” side, with dragons, gods, and magical chaos taking center stage.
Still, if you pay attention, the Natsu and Lucy moments are sprinkled throughout like hidden treasures. They might not be holding hands in a wedding scene, but their partnership feels stronger than ever. And sometimes, that’s even more meaningful than rushing into marriage just for fan service.
At this point, nobody knows exactly how Fairy Tail: 100 Year Quest will end. But here’s the exciting part: the story is still being written. Which means the door is wide open for Mashima to finally give fans the payoff they’ve been waiting years for.
Will Natsu and Lucy confess their feelings? Will they ever kiss? Could there be a time skip in the future where we see them together as a couple? Or maybe, just maybe, marriage really is waiting for them once the quest is finally over.
Until then, all we can do is keep reading, keep theorizing, and keep enjoying the ride.
So, does Natsu marry Lucy in the 100 Year Quest? Not yet. The sequel manga has focused on their adventures rather than romance, but the bond between Natsu and Lucy is still one of the most important parts of the story. Their connection has only grown deeper, and while marriage hasn’t happened, the possibility is always there.
For now, Fairy Tail fans will just have to keep cheering them on. And honestly, isn’t that part of the fun? Watching the story unfold little by little, wondering when our favorite moments will finally happen.
If you haven’t started reading the sequel yet, now’s the perfect time to catch up. You can check out updates and more info here: fairytail100yearsquest.com
One thing’s for sure: whether Natsu and Lucy end up married or not, their story is far from over.