A Certain Magical Index (2008)
Anime series · 24 episodes · J.C.STAFF
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J.C.STAFF's A Certain Magical Index is an urban fantasy action series where science and magic coexist. It follows Touma Kamijou, a student whose unique power negates all supernatural abilities, as he encounters a young nun from the Church of England. Her mind contains a forbidden library of magical texts, drawing Touma into a world of hidden powers and conflicts.
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The story
In Academy City, a hub of scientific advancement and superhuman abilities, Touma Kamijou possesses a unique power: his right hand, the Imagine Breaker, can nullify any supernatural force, be it magic, psychic powers, or divine intervention. His life takes an unexpected turn when he discovers a young nun, Index, on his balcony.
Index reveals herself to be a member of the Church of England, and her mind holds the Index-Librorum-Prohibitorum – a vast collection of banned magical texts. This forbidden knowledge makes her a target for various factions within the world of magic. Touma, with his ability to negate all supernatural threats, finds himself drawn into protecting Index and navigating the complex, often dangerous, conflicts between science and magic. The safety of Index and the secrets she carries become central to Touma's new reality.
Credits & cast
- Studio
- J.C.STAFF
- Story
- Kazuma Kamachi
- Voice
- Yuka Iguchi as Index Librorum Prohibitorum
- Voice
- Atsushi Abe as Touma Kamijou
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Where A Certain Magical Index happens
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Questions about A Certain Magical Index
Who made A Certain Magical Index?
A Certain Magical Index (2008) was animated by J.C.STAFF.
Where can I watch A Certain Magical Index?
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What anime are like A Certain Magical Index?
Fans most often recommend Shakugan no Shana: Season I, The Irregular at Magic High School, Guilty Crown, Durarara!!. In look: Ghost Hunt, Nabari no Ou, Shakugan no Shana: The Movie.
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