With the release of the 13th volume of the light novel “86 Eighty Six“, written by Asato Asato and illustrated by Shirabi and I-IV, an important news about the future of the original work was released, and it seems that we are getting closer and closer to its conclusion.
The light novel 86 Eighty Six will be entering its final arc.
According to the information revealed in volume #13, the light novel “86 Eighty Six” will begin its final arc, titled “District 86“, with the publication of its next volume. It should be noted that publisher KADOKAWA has not released many details about the release of volume #14 of Asato Asato’s light novel, however, further updates about this volume are expected to be released as the months go by.
As a reminder, volume #13 of the light novel “86 Eighty Six” was released in bookstores in Japan on January 10 of this year.
86 Eighty Six is a light novel of Action, Drama and Sci-Fi genre written by Asato Asato and its illustrations are by the talented illustrators Shirabi and I-IV, the latter in charge of the mechanical designs of the work. Since April 2017, this work began its publication at the prestigious “Dengeki Bunko” imprint of the ASCII Media Works publishing house.
The anime adaptation of the light novel “86 Eighty Six” was carried out by the renowned animation studio A-1 Pictures, known for its work on the Sword Art Online series. This adaptation began broadcasting on Japanese television on April 10, 2021. The series, which consists of a total of 23 episodes, has been split into two parts.
The episodes are legally available on the Crunchyroll platform, where viewers can enjoy the story of “86 Eighty Six“. In addition, the Crunchyroll platform has made an English dub of the anime.
“86 Eighty-Six” is a captivating work that plunges into a seemingly utopian world, the Republic of San Magnolia, where the war against the Giadian Empire is presented as casualty-free thanks to technology and protective walls. However, behind this facade of prosperity lies a grim reality. The different-looking population, known as the Eighty-Six, is relegated to the secret Eighty-Six faction, where they are forced to confront the Empire’s autonomous Legion under the leadership of the Republican “Handlers”.
The plot centers on Vladilena Milizé, who joins the Spearhead squadron as the new Handler, being rejected by her comrades due to her sympathy for the Eighty-Sixers. In this scenario, the figure of Shinei Nouzen, captain of the Spearhead squadron, known to be the only survivor of the previous squadrons, shines. His emotional charge and constant defiance against inhuman discrimination form a backdrop full of intrigue and emotion.
As the fates of these characters from opposite worlds intertwine, the narrative raises profound questions about the true nature of war, discrimination and the possibility of finding redemption in the midst of conflict. Can these young souls find the spark that lights their path to salvation, or will they succumb to the flames of despair?