A Certain Dark Item
Toaru Anbu no ITEM
What is A Certain Dark Item?
A Certain Dark Item is an action sci-fi television series set in Academy City, a place where ESP abilities have become recognized science. The story follows ITEM, an elite four-girl unit operating within the city's shadowy underground, undertaking covert missions that cannot be made public. Each member brings distinct abilities to the team: Takitsubo Rikou can read and track AIM fields, Frenda Seivelun specializes in explosives and traps, Kinuhata Saiai manipulates nitrogen for defense, and Mugino Shizuri stands as one of Academy City's seven most powerful espers. Together they navigate the darkness of the city while pursuing their goals.
The series premiered in fall 2026 and is currently releasing new episodes. Episode two aired on October 16, 2026, with subsequent episodes following on a weekly schedule. This is a spinoff that explores the untold stories of characters operating behind the scenes of Academy City, focusing on themes of friendship and camaraderie amid morally gray circumstances. Fans of action-driven narratives with ensemble casts and sci-fi worldbuilding will find compelling material here, particularly those already invested in the broader Academy City universe. The show balances character-focused storytelling with high-stakes missions that hint at darker consequences to come.
This is a story of four girls living in the "Dark Side" of Academy City. In Academy City where "ESP" has been recognized as a general science. Behind the peace, there is a Dark Side organization that undertakes missions that cannot be made public. "ITEM" is an elite unit consisting of four girls. Takitsubo Rikou is able to read and track the AIM fields emitted by those with abilities. Frenda Seivelun, who excels in combat using explosives and traps. Kinuhata Saiai, who can manipulate nitrogen at will and plays a defensive role. And one of the 7 Espers that Academy City is proud of: Mugino Shizuri. They live freely in the darkness of the Academy City, and quietly set their sights on their target...! This is a story of encounter, friendship, and darkness that eventually leads to a terrible incident! (Source: Kadokawa, translated)
Episode Schedule
Frequently Asked Questions
- When does A Certain Dark Item Episode 5 come out?
- A Certain Dark Item Episode 5 releases on November 6, 2026 at 13:30 UTC.
- What is the latest episode of A Certain Dark Item?
- The most recent episode is Episode 4, which aired on October 30, 2026.
- When did A Certain Dark Item come out?
- A Certain Dark Item premiered on October 9, 2026.
- Is A Certain Dark Item finished?
- A Certain Dark Item is currently airing, with new episodes still being released.