Quick Answer

A Certain Magical Index is based on the manga "Toaru Majutsu no Index". Still ongoing. By Kamachi, Kazuma.

Anime covers: Chapters 1–198 (both seasons, through Magnostadt arc)

Start reading at: Chapter 199 (Volume 20)

Faithful adaptation? YesMostly faithful in plot but compresses and rearranges parts of later arcs, especially Magnostadt's back half

A Certain Magical Index

A Certain Magical Index— Read the Manga

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The A Certain Magical Index anime adapts "Toaru Majutsu no Index", but like most adaptations, there's content the show didn't get to. Here's everything you need to keep reading.

Source Manga

Toaru Majutsu no Index

A Certain Magical Index

Toaru Majutsu no Index

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By Kamachi, Kazuma, Kogino, Chuuya

Touma Kamijou just can't catch a break. He might live in Academy City, a place full of more super powered students than you can shake a stick at, but his only superpower is his supernatural lack of luck. He wants nothing more than to keep a low profile, but when a girl named Index comes into his life, it gets more complicated and dangerous than...

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Light Novels

Toaru Majutsu no Index

A Certain Magical Index

Toaru Majutsu no Index

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By Kamachi, Kazuma, Haimura, Kiyotaka

Despite 80% of its 2.3 million population being students, Academy City is far more advanced than any other nation worldwide. Its residents awaken something akin to a supernatural ability inside them, which is then ranked from Level 0 to 5. Along the lines lies Touma Kamijou, a powerless Level 0 esper. While his abilities are recognized as useless,...

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Should You Read from the Beginning?

Not necessary for continuation. Optional — you can jump in at 199, but starting from chapter 1 lets you see all the political and character nuance that gets trimmed. The anime was a faithful adaptation, so you won't miss anything critical by jumping ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does A Certain Magical Index have a manga?

Yes — the manga "Toaru Majutsu no Index" and is still running. There are 2 related works total.

Where does the A Certain Magical Index anime end in the manga?

The anime covers Chapters 1–198 (both seasons, through Magnostadt arc). To continue the story, start reading at Chapter 199 (Volume 20).

Should I start from the beginning or skip ahead?

You can safely skip ahead. Optional — you can jump in at 199, but starting from chapter 1 lets you see all the political and character nuance that gets trimmed. Starting from chapter 1 is always an option if you want the full manga experience though.

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