A Certain Magical Index, often abbreviated as Index, is a popular light novel and anime series written by Kazuma Kamachi. The series takes place in a world where magic and science coexist and follows the lives of several characters, primarily the main protagonist, Tōma Kamijō. One of the notable arcs in the series is "A Certain Magical Index New Testament." This arc is a continuation of the original series and begins after the events of the previous storylines. In this arc, Tōma Kamijō finds himself once again in the middle of a conflict between magic and science. The "A Certain Magical Index New Testament" arc introduces new characters, expands on the existing ones, and delves deeper into the complex and intricate world of magic and science.
The "A Certain Magical Index New Testament" arc introduces new characters, expands on the existing ones, and delves deeper into the complex and intricate world of magic and science. It explores various themes such as morality, power, and the clash between different belief systems. Throughout the arc, Tōma Kamijō faces numerous challenges and threats as he tries to protect Index, a young girl with a powerful magical library inside her mind.
A Certain Magical Index New Testament Volume 1
“The people that freely control that different set of laws have created organizations, are
doing all sorts of things in the dark side of the world, and are opposed to Academy City…
Can you believe that? Can you believe that Academy City isn’t behind every single
mysterious phenomenon in the world?”
“Magic, huh?” muttered Accelerator.
Kamijou was surprised he knew that, but he continued on.
“I don’t know the details. Strictly speaking, I’m a resident of Academy City. I know of the
people on the ‘outside’, but I’m not a part of them.”
Kamijou started to say more, but he suddenly stopped.
The reason was simple.
A small foot had shot up from behind him and forcefully sunk itself into the area
between his legs.
More accurately, it hit him in the model human weak point.
“B-bah…!?”
“You just keep prattling on, don’t you? Before you start speaking so self-importantly,
don’t you have the important job of bowing your head to those you need to bow down
to? Really, how many people do you think you’ve made cry?”
Hamazura and Accelerator looked behind Kamijou.
A small girl was standing there. The blonde-haired girl who looked to be around twelve
was accompanied by a large number of men wearing black. The color scheme of her chic
blouse, skirt, and stockings made her look a bit like an old piano.
The short girl looked down at Kamijou who was deeply bent over, and told him, “I’ll
explain the rest. You spend the time thinking up excuses you can give to the girls you
made cry.”
“Th-these people are… th-the people who pulled me out of the Arctic Ocean… Actually,
it’s thanks to those other people over there who had been hidden in Russia, not the
small cocky one in the middle.”
“She has an aura like my little sister,” muttered the girl as she pointed at Fremea. She
then looked at Hamazura and Accelerator who had heard what Kamijou had said.
“I’m Birdway,” she introduced herself. “Leivinia Birdway of the Dawn-Colored Sunlight.
As you can see, I’m the boss of a magic cabal…Welcome to the entrance to a new world,
children who have been made ignorant by science.”
To both those who are picking up one of my books for the first time and those who have
picked up all of my books so far: welcome.
This is Kamachi Kazuma.
This is the first book of the new numbering. The first book is science-only and Index
doesn’t really show up, but don’t worry about that. The normal theory is going to be
ignored quite a bit like that from now on, so make sure you check out how things are in
this first volume.
The theme this time was technology that goes beyond a certain scientific line, and the
book was basically powered suits and a cyborg rampaging around. The world in the
series is divided between the science side and the magic side, but Academy City went
beyond the line of the definition of the human body for two reasons. First, the problem
they had was now on too large a scale. Second, after winning the war, they had
destroyed the balance of the world.
Now about the Five Over. I feel that it is something that goes against the theory of a
battle story.
But, as described in the novel, science and technology continue to advance, so what was
cutting-edge yesterday may not be so today. I decided to put it in to demonstrate that.
Currently, the Five Over has a more powerful gun than the #3, but, if the two were to
fight, the #3 would win due to application.
But that isn’t an absolute, because science and technology will continue to advance.
On the other hand, #3 has a wall called the Parameter List.
I suppose I could say that this is becoming a world of the functionality of machines vs.
the ingenuity of humans. Which is stronger, and how long will one side’s superiority
last? …Now, I wonder how long #3 can continue reigning.
The cyborg may have been a bit different from what you, the readers, were imagining,
but she got that way by this design process: I freely design the physical body -> I freely
add in bird wings, fish gills, or whatever I want -> I decide what characteristics I most
want to bring into Academy City.
Her battle strategy is basically asking the question “Which is stronger: one Level 5 or a
thousand Level 4s?”
But the source of her power is still just one person, so it exhausts her quite a bit.
By the way, I think the first appearance of a clear cyborg instead of just a fake hand or a
cane in this world was the short story by Narita Ryougo-san that was in a special volume
of A Certain Scientific Railgun.
When writing the main story, I had wanted to bring in a cyborg, but I was worried that
having cyborgs walking around Academy City would mess up the power balance, but
thanks to him, I made my decision. I decided that it was okay for incidents like this to
occur in a city that had Nayuta-chan in it, so I had a cyborg that had been altered for the
war against the intentions of the creator of the cyborgs.
Thank you very much, Narita Ryougo-san.
One of them was a cyborg that altered her outer silhouette and the area her power could
be used from while rearranging the inside of her body, and the other was a powered suit
that altered the outside of his body and optimized the inside of his mind. As was stated
in the novel itself, it’s rather hard to draw a clear line between the two. Which do you,
the readers, feel would be harder to accept?
My thanks to my illustrator, Haimura-san and my editor, Miki-san. With a girl that
carried thousands of arms with her and a sexy guy who wears the right thing at the right
time, I feel that there were a lot of troublesome new concepts this time, but you two
always stick with my selfishness, so thank you very much.
I would also like to thank Narita Ryougo-san for bringing cyborgs to this world and
Akitaka Mika-san for designing the powered suits.
And a huge thanks to all you readers. The numbering may have been reset to 1 and I may
have gotten carried away and made the first volume a more side story-ish volume, but I
think I was only allowed to do this because of your support. I plan on doing whatever I
want with the story from here on out, so keep on reading.
And now you will be closing the page.
I pray that you will be able to open the cover of the next volume.
And I will lay down my pen for now.
At long last, Birdway has joined in with the main story…!!
Toaru Majutsu no Index is set in Academy City, a technologically advanced city located in western Tokyo which studies scientifically advanced superhuman students with powers, but is also set in a world where magic is real.
He encounters various factions and individuals who seek to exploit Index's abilities for their own gain. Tōma's unique ability, Imagine Breaker, allows him to nullify any supernatural power, making him a valuable asset to both sides. The "A Certain Magical Index New Testament" arc is known for its intense action sequences, intricate plot twists, and thought-provoking themes. It explores the concept of supernatural phenomena existing side by side with scientific advancements, creating a world where magic and technology can both be used to shape the future. As the arc progresses, Tōma Kamijō's character development becomes more pronounced. He grapples with his own beliefs and values, questioning the true nature of the world he lives in. The arc also sheds light on the backgrounds and motivations of other important characters, offering a deeper understanding of their actions and choices. Overall, "A Certain Magical Index New Testament" adds another layer of depth to the already complex and captivating series. It continues to captivate fans with its unique blend of magic and science, intriguing storylines, and memorable characters. Fans of the series eagerly await each new installment, eager to see what twists and turns will unfold as Tōma Kamijō navigates the intricate world of a certain magical index..
Reviews for "Analysis of the New Factions and Organizations in A Certain Magical Index New Testament"
1. Sarah - 2 stars - I was really looking forward to watching "A Certain Magical Index: New Testament," but I was quite disappointed. The storyline felt disjointed and confusing, with too many characters and subplots to keep track of. The pacing was also off, with some episodes dragging on while others felt rushed. Overall, it just felt like the series was trying to cram too much into a short amount of time, leaving little room for character development or meaningful storytelling. I found myself losing interest quickly and struggled to connect with any of the characters.
2. Mark - 1 star - I couldn't stand "A Certain Magical Index: New Testament." The animation was lackluster, with poorly designed characters and uninspiring action scenes. The dialogue was often cringe-worthy and filled with unnecessary exposition. The plot was convoluted and failed to provide any satisfying resolutions or explanations. The series relied too heavily on fan service and tropes, lacking originality or depth. Overall, it felt like a lazy and rushed attempt to cash in on the success of the original series. I would not recommend it to anyone.
3. Kelly - 3 stars - While I didn't hate "A Certain Magical Index: New Testament," I found it to be a major letdown compared to the first season. The storylines felt repetitive and lacked the same level of excitement and intrigue. The new characters introduced didn't bring much to the table and felt like carbon copies of ones from the previous seasons. Additionally, the animation quality seemed to have dropped, with noticeable inconsistencies in the character designs. It had its moments, but overall, it failed to live up to my expectations.