Kadokawa has unveiled the official cover artwork for the upcoming third light novel volume of the A Certain Magical Index spinoff, Toaru Anbu no Item, ahead of its June 7, 2024, release in Japan for ¥792.
Featuring writing by franchise author Kazuma Kamachi, character designs by Kiyotaka Haimura, and illustrations by Nilitsu, fans can anticipate 360 pages.
This series, roughly translated to A Certain Dark Side ITEM, follows ITEM, a group residing in the dark side of Academy City. This story delves into how this group managed to form, initially comprised of four members.
The fourth-ranked Level Five of Academy City, Shizuri Mugino, also known as Meltdowner, can be seen as the leader of ITEM. Another core member is Rikou Takitsubo, who is able to track other Espers via her ability, AIM Stalker. The other two members are Frenda Seivelun and Saiai Kinuhata, who use explosives and the Offense Armor ability, respectively.
Shiage Hamazura joins ITEM in the later parts of A Certain Magical Index Old Testament, where they become an integral focus for a while. Moreover, A Scientific Railgun prominently focuses on ITEM, especially Frenda. This series also has an ongoing manga.
You can view the official cover artwork for Toaru Anbu no Item below:
UPDATE 5/31/2024: A clean version of the cover was shared, viewable below:
