A Certain Scientific Accelerator (とある科学の一方通行[アクセラレータ])

So, what sort of cutting-edge research

are they conducting here that would entice thieves

to break in?

Atmospheric continuum mechanics.

And what is that, exactly?

In other words, the company that owns this facility

uses it to compress and sell air.

Why do you think someone would go out of their way

to steal a bunch of oxygen tanks?

Are you all right?

Tell me what happened!

Something's wrong.

I don't think we're dealing with ordinary thieves here.

Get back!

What the hell is going on?

It's frozen.

Someone's ability? No.

Ma'am!

They cut straight through the floor.

All the way to the subway tunnel.

We lost them.

-- Sorry I'm late! -- No worries!

Early this morning,

the atmospheric continuum mechanics research facility

in School District 4 was broken into,

and experimental equipment was stolen.

"There you are!

It's irresponsible to wander around outside

when it's way past your checkup time!"

says Misaka Misaka, criticizing your lackadaisical attitude.

Also, did you forget?

Today's the big day when your head bandages

are supposed to be taken off!" scolds Misaka Misaka!

Stop treating this like it's

some kinda celebration.

Huh?!

This is a huge, momentous occasion, silly!

In fact, this is basically a holiday!

It's super precious. Significant.

The kind of event so major,

it calls for celebrating and fanfare!

Schools and businesses being closed!

Yeah, all right. I get it.

It's a real, true holiday!

It is! It is! It is!

Your wound has healed nicely and just about closed up.

You won't be needing bandages anymore.

Next on the docket,

I'm required to conduct a simple neurological exam.

Spare me, Doc. I'm healed.

Need I remind you that you took a bullet to the head,

resulting in some brain damage?

While impaired speech, computation, and motor skills

are common signs, it can manifest itself

in other ways, too.

Despite research, there remains a great deal

about the brain we don't understand.

And given the right circumstances,

your injury could prove life-threatening.

That could be interpreted as a threat.

My only intention is to provide the highest level

of care for my patients.

Tch.

Tell me your name and background.

I'm Accelerator.

Once first-ranked among seven Level 5 espers

in Academy City.

I have the ability to control all vectors,

like momentum, heat, and electricity.

Previously, I took part in a project called Level 6 Shift.

Because of that,

I'm here, stuck wearing this piece of junk

just to be able to walk, communicate,

and not end up a complete basket case,

but other than that, my life couldn't be better.

That about covers it.

Very good.

I'd say overall, you're doing just fine.

Tch.

Nice sense of sarcasm you got there.

Ah, some other Misakas!

Something wrong, Last Order?

"Are the preparations for the bandage-removal celebration

proceeding as scheduled?" Misaka Misaka eagerly asks,

unable to contain her sense of excitement any longer.

"The readiness status concerning the upcoming

festivities is relayed among us clones via the Misaka Network,"

Um, says Misaka, slightly confused.

"I know that, but the thing is...

Well, this is my first time organizing a party for someone

and I can't help but worry a little,"

Misaka Misaka confesses earnestly.

After all, today is his...

Huh? Are you up to something?

Nothing at all.

We're with Anti-Skill.

I need to speak with whoever's in charge of this hospital.

Yes, ma'am.

I need you to patch me through to the boss.

Yes, it's important.

I'm going to assume when the protectors of Academy City

show up here in full tactical gear,

it's not because they're getting a routine checkup.

Believe me when I say I wish that was the case.

How's that chest wound of yours healing?

Visiting a friend while you're at it?

I'm coming along just fine.

So why're you really here?

Early this morning,

a research lab in School District 4

was hit by thieves.

Apparently, the facility had something to do

with air research, but they were also developing

a secret weapon behind the scenes,

which ended up being stolen.

What kind of weapon?

The facility wasn't inclined to provide us

with specifics.

If they can refuse to share information

with Anti-Skill, that tells me they're involved

with the governing board.

Yeah, that's what I figured as well.

From the little we know, it's similar to a water cutter

that can slice through just about anything.

You still haven't explained why you're here.

How are the thieves connected to this place?

We cross-referenced similar research

in the database.

The weapon that was stolen...

It sounds like it's going to be used against Accelerator.

Big surprise.

Seems like something the governing board would attempt.

In short, the thieves are probably

on their way to the hospital right now looking for him.

Based on the evidence,

there's a high probability.

If you're right,

shouldn't there be more of you stationed here

to protect the building?

Word reached the VIPs that a deadly

experimental weapon was stolen.

So they all panicked, thinking they were targets,

and monopolized most of our personnel.

But this place is expendable.

That's a new level of corrupt.

I wish they were the targets.

Hey! You hear me, Accelerator?

I hope you're prepared to undergo a radical operation!

Sounds like they've arrived.

Ito!

Excuse me.

But I'm gonna need you to page Accelerator

and tell him he has visitors.

And we know he's here, so don't lie.

I'm afraid we can't honor your request.

Put down your weapon and surrender immediately.

Oh, wow. You're by the book. If you won't call him,

we'll just have to find his room ourselves.

Do me a favor. Move aside!

Open fire!

Everyone, fall back now!

This is an emergency!

Armed intruders have entered the hospital!

Didn't you hear the announcement?

You have to take shelter now.

Why should I bother?

These intruders are after you.

They even stole a weapon that was apparently designed

to combat your abilities.

Fascinating.

Right.

You'll probably end up being okay even if they manage

to find you.

But they'll turn the hospital upside down

in order to do it, so...

Huh?

"But if they're going to turn the hospital upside down,

does that also include the kitchen?"

Asks Misaka Misaka as she runs off to make sure the ca--

I mean they're moved to safety!

Hey!

I'll make sure that Last Order gets somewhere safe.

Go and do the same!

Tch.

Oh, Accelerator!

Where are you?

I thought you would've gotten the hint by now.

Not only is she bulletproof, she has blades

that can slice through armor and bone.

How do we stop her?

They're coming through!

Make it easy on yourselves and tell me

where he is.

Hiro...

I'm waiting. So what's it gonna be?

Did you see that?

What do you mean?

The man who's standing behind our main target.

It looks like he's carrying the magazines for the weapon.

What if we went after him first,