Kodoani.com – Information about the novel series “86” by writer Asato Asato entering the final arc was revealed in the 13th novel volume, titled “District 86”, on January 10. Based on what was revealed, this will be the final arc of the story.
Asato Asato’s “86” light novel series, published under Kadokawa’s Dengeki Bunko label since April 2017.
The story is about the war between the San Magnolia Republic and the Empire. In this world, there is a “non-existent 86th district” where young men and women continue to fight. The story focuses on Sheen, who directs the young people’s suicide bombing plan, and Lena, the “man in charge” who commands a squad from behind the rear lines. The struggle between them is at the heart of the story.
Illustrations for the light novel series were done by Shirabi and mechanical design was handled by I-IV. The manga adaptation of the novel was drawn by Motoki Yoshihara and published in Square Enix’s Young Gangan magazine. Yen Press is also publishing English versions of both the light novel and manga.
The light novel series “86” adapted the anime of the same name, which premiered in April 2021 and is divided into two seasons. Crunchyroll has broadcast this anime domestically and internationally. Along with the success of the anime, the name of “86” has become unique and attracted the attention of readers and fans.