Closing the Curtain on Approximately 19 Years of History! "A Certain Scientific Railgun," a spin-off of "A Certain Magical Index," concludes with the "Monthly Comic Dengeki Daioh May 2026 Issue"!!

The highly popular serialized comic "A Certain Magical Index Gaiden: A Certain Scientific Railgun" will finally reach its conclusion in the "Monthly Comic Dengeki Daioh May 2026 Issue," which will be released by KADOKAWA Corporation (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director, President and CEO: Takeshi Natsuno) on Friday, March 27, 2026.

To commemorate this, the magazine will feature special projects, including special comments from original author Kazuma Kamachi and character designer Kiyotaka Haimura, as well as contributed illustrations from creators responsible for other "A Certain" series comics.

This work is a spin-off comic derived from Dengeki Bunko's "A Certain Magical Index," set in "Academy City," where psychic abilities are developed. It depicts the slightly unusual daily lives of four girls, centered around the heroine Mikoto Misaka. The production of a fourth season of the TV anime was also decided in February 2025, becoming a big topic of discussion.

To commemorate the conclusion of the work, the "Monthly Comic Dengeki Daioh May 2026 Issue" will feature a special article, including special comments from original author Kazuma Kamachi and character designer Kiyotaka Haimura.

In addition, contributed illustrations have arrived from Chuya Kinokino, Shin Yamaji, Yasuhito Nogi, and strelka, who are responsible for the artwork in other "A Certain" series comics.

Furthermore, heartfelt comments were received from the main cast members, including Rina Satō, who voices the protagonist Mikoto Misaka in the TV anime "A Certain Scientific Railgun," as well as Satomi Arai, Aki Toyosaki, and Kanae Itō.

Moreover, a passionate message has been received from Satoshi Yaginuma of fripSide, who has worked on the theme songs for the TV anime throughout its history.

Please enjoy the story of the girls who have unfolded a slightly unusual daily life set in "Academy City" until the very end.

Also, to commemorate the conclusion, a free marathon broadcast of TV anime seasons 1 and 2 on ABEMA, and a re-broadcast of all anime series on AT-X have been decided. This is a chance to look back at Mikoto Misaka and her friends' story from the beginning. Please enjoy it along with the comic.

Comics Volumes (1) to (20) are now on sale!

FAQ

When will the serialized comic "A Certain Scientific Railgun" officially conclude its run?

The serialized comic "A Certain Scientific Railgun" will officially conclude its run in the "Monthly Comic Dengeki Daioh May 2026 Issue," scheduled for release on Friday, March 27, 2026.

What is the significance of the "Monthly Comic Dengeki Daioh May 2026 Issue" regarding "A Certain Scientific Railgun"?

The "Monthly Comic Dengeki Daioh May 2026 Issue" marks the conclusion of the "A Certain Scientific Railgun" comic and will feature special commemorative projects, including comments from original creators and contributed illustrations.

What is the setting and premise of "A Certain Scientific Railgun"?

"A Certain Scientific Railgun" is a spin-off comic derived from "A Certain Magical Index," set in "Academy City," where psychic abilities are developed, and it depicts the unusual daily lives of four girls centered around Mikoto Misaka.

Besides the comic's conclusion, what other related anime news is mentioned in the article?

The article mentions that the production of a fourth season of the TV anime for "A Certain Scientific Railgun" was decided in February 2025, which generated significant discussion.

Who are some of the notable individuals contributing to the commemorative features in the final issue?

The commemorative features include special comments from original author Kazuma Kamachi and character designer Kiyotaka Haimura, contributed illustrations from other "A Certain" series comic artists, and messages from main cast members and fripSide's Satoshi Yaginuma.

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