Closing the Curtain on Approximately 19 Years of History! "A Certain Magical Index Gaiden: A Certain Scientific Railgun" 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 drawing 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 Kinoshita, Shin Yamaji, Yasuhito Nogi, and strelka, who are responsible for drawing other "A Certain" series comics.

Furthermore, heartfelt comments have been 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, free marathon broadcasts of TV anime seasons 1 and 2 on ABEMA, and reruns 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 "A Certain Scientific Railgun" comic series officially conclude its serialization?

The highly popular serialized comic "A Certain Scientific Railgun" will reach its conclusion in the "Monthly Comic Dengeki Daioh May 2026 Issue," which is 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"?

This issue marks the final installment of the "A Certain Scientific Railgun" comic series, concluding approximately 19 years of its history. It will also feature special commemorative projects.

What kind of special content will be included in the "Monthly Comic Dengeki Daioh May 2026 Issue" to celebrate the comic's conclusion?

The commemorative issue will include special comments from original author Kazuma Kamachi and character designer Kiyotaka Haimura, as well as contributed illustrations from creators of other "A Certain" series comics, and heartfelt comments from the main cast and fripSide.

What is the premise of "A Certain Scientific Railgun" as a spin-off comic?

"A Certain Scientific Railgun" is a spin-off comic derived from Dengeki Bunko's "A Certain Magical Index." It is set in "Academy City," where psychic abilities are developed, and depicts the slightly unusual daily lives of four girls, primarily focusing on the heroine Mikoto Misaka.

Has there been any recent news regarding an anime adaptation of "A Certain Scientific Railgun"?

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

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