Closing the Curtain on Approximately 19 Years of History! "A Certain Scientific Railgun," a spin-off of "A Certain Magical Index," will conclude 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. In February 2025, the production of the TV anime's fourth season was also decided, 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.

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

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

FAQ

When will the popular comic series "A Certain Scientific Railgun" officially conclude its serialization?

The comic series "A Certain Scientific Railgun" will officially conclude its serialization 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" will mark the final installment of "A Certain Scientific Railgun" and will feature special commemorative projects to celebrate its conclusion.

What kind of special content will be included in the "Monthly Comic Dengeki Daioh May 2026 Issue" to commemorate the series' end?

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 messages from the main cast and fripSide's Satoshi Yaginuma.

What is the premise of "A Certain Scientific Railgun" and its relationship to "A Certain Magical Index"?

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

Has there been any recent anime-related news for "A Certain Scientific Railgun" alongside the manga's conclusion announcement?

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

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