86
Summary: According to the Republic of San Magnolia, their ongoing war against the Giadian Empire has no casualtiesâhowever, that is mere propaganda. While the silver-haired Alba of the Republic's eighty-five sectors live safely behind protective walls, those of different appearances are interned in a secret eighty-sixth faction. Known within the military as the Eighty-Six, they are forced to fight against the Empire's autonomous Legion under the command of the Republican "Handlers."
Vladilena Milizé is assigned to the Spearhead squadron to replace their previous Handler. Shunned by her peers for being a fellow Eighty-Six supporter, she continues to fight against their inhumane discrimination. Shinei Nouzen is the captain of the Spearhead squadron. Infamous for being the sole survivor of every squadron he's been in, he insists on shouldering the names and wishes of his fallen comrades. When the fates of these young souls from two different worlds collide, will it ignite the spark that lights their path to salvation, or will they burn themselves in the flames of despair?
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According to the Republic of San Magnolia, their ongoing war against the Giadian Empire has no casualtiesâhowever, that is mere propaganda. While the silver-haired Alba of the Republic's eighty-five sectors live safely behind protective walls, those of different appearances are interned in a secret eighty-sixth faction. Known within the military as the Eighty-Six, they are forced to fight against the Empire's autonomous Legion under the command of the Republican "Handlers."
Vladilena Milizé is assigned to the Spearhead squadron to replace their previous Handler. Shunned by her peers for being a fellow Eighty-Six supporter, she continues to fight against their inhumane discrimination. Shinei Nouzen is the captain of the Spearhead squadron. Infamous for being the sole survivor of every squadron he's been in, he insists on shouldering the names and wishes of his fallen comrades. When the fates of these young souls from two different worlds collide, will it ignite the spark that lights their path to salvation, or will they burn themselves in the flames of despair?
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
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86 Review
86 â According to the Republic of San Magnolia, their ongoing war against the Giadian Empire has no casualtiesâhowever, that is mere propaganda. This overview is intentionally spoiler-free and focuses on tone and intent rather than plot specifics.
Thematically, It sits firmly within Action, Drama, Sci-Fi conventions as a TV work and has garnered attention (MAL score: 8.34). This work explores character dynamics, tonal shifts, and the interplay between narrative ambition and execution. The story's pacing and tonal choices are crafted to complement the central ideas, often emphasizing atmosphere and emotional truth over explicit exposition. The show's ability to evoke a consistent mood â whether melancholic, exuberant, or contemplative â is a recurring strength, and the scenes are constructed so viewers can infer stakes without needing explicit spoilers.
Characterization is a core pillar here. Protagonists and supporting figures are written with distinct motivations and narrative roles; even when archetypal, the series invests in small behavioral details that make choices feel earned. Character arcs are handled with an eye for gradualism: development often arrives through incremental beats rather than abrupt, expository shifts. The interactions between characters create texture, and relationships are used to illuminate both personal flaws and larger thematic concerns.
On the visual front, production values play a significant role. The animation quality varies by sequence but frequently showcases thoughtful direction and composition. Background art, framing, and color palettes are used deliberately to support tone â quieter scenes favor muted palettes while action or heightened emotional beats employ brighter, more kinetic visuals. Direction choices, such as camera movement and shot selection, often elevate scenes beyond their raw script, creating moments that linger in the viewer's mind.
The soundscape â score, incidental music, and sound design â complements the visual language. Music cues are placed to maximize emotional resonance without manipulating the audience with melodrama; this restraint often leads to more authentic emotional payoff. Sound design punctuates key moments, and when the series leans on silence, those quieter moments are given weight by measured audio choices.
Pacing and structure are handled with craft. Episodes are arranged to build tension and release methodically, and the narrative rarely rushes through important emotional beats. That said, the deliberate pacing may feel slow to viewers who prefer faster plot turnover; the reward is greater nuance and an accumulation of meaning across the series. Accessibility is generally good â one can appreciate surface-level pleasures, while repeat or attentive viewing reveals additional layers.
No title is without flaws. Occasional unevenness in subplots or variable animation across episodes can be distracting. Some tonal shifts might feel abrupt if you expect uniformity; others will argue that those shifts are purposeful. These are worth noting, but they seldom undercut the larger achievements of the work.
In sum, 86 offers a rich experience for viewers who value character-driven storytelling, considered visual design, and a soundtrack that supports rather than overwhelms. For fans of Action, Drama, Sci-Fi, this is an especially rewarding watch. It's recommended for those who appreciate layered narratives and artistry in animation, and best approached with patience and attention to nuance.
Characters & Voice Actors
Milizé, Vladilena
Main
Hasegawa, Ikumi
Japanese
Milizé, Vladilena
Main
Yeung, Suzie
English
Milizé, Vladilena
Main
Doang, GeneviĂšve
French
Milizé, Vladilena
Main
Buttel, Hannah
Portuguese (BR)
Milizé, Vladilena
Main
Friede, Franciska
German
Milizé, Vladilena
Main
Ornelas, Fernanda
Spanish
Nouzen, Shinei
Main
Chiba, Shouya
Japanese
Nouzen, Shinei
Main
Kametz, Billy
English
Nouzen, Shinei
Main
Moreau, Clément
French
Nouzen, Shinei
Main
Cappelli, JoĂŁo
Portuguese (BR)
Nouzen, Shinei
Main
Grimm, Jesse
German
Nouzen, Shinei
Main
Camacho, Tiana
English
Nouzen, Shinei
Main
Bernal, Alberto
Spanish
Nouzen, Shinei
Main
Tomari, Asuna
Japanese
Nouzen, Shinei
Main
HernĂĄndez GonzĂĄlez, Sammir
Spanish
Nouzen, Shinei
Main
Fernandes, Victor Hugo
Portuguese (BR)
Aldrecht, Lev
Supporting
Kusunoki, Taiten
Japanese
Aldrecht, Lev
Supporting
Seugnet, Christophe
French
Aldrecht, Lev
Supporting
Williams, Imari
English
Aldrecht, Lev
Supporting
Graudus, Konstantin
German
Staff
Fujii, Shouta
Producer
Nakayama, Nobuhiro
Producer
Ishii, Toshimasa
Director, Episode Director, Storyboard
Aketagawa, Jin
Sound Director
Andou, Ryou
Episode Director, Storyboard
Itou, Tomohiko
Episode Director, Storyboard
Kawahara, Ryouta
Episode Director
Nishina, Kuniyasu
Episode Director, Storyboard
Yasui, Takashi
Episode Director, Key Animation
Nagai, Chiaki
Script
Heo, Jong
Storyboard
Kouno, Ayako
Storyboard
Matsumoto, Kengo
Storyboard
Mori, Hirotaka
Storyboard
Laco
Theme Song Performance
Sawano, Hiroyuki
Theme Song Arrangement, Theme Song Composition, Music
cAnON.
Theme Song Lyrics
hitorie
Theme Song Performance
mizuki
Theme Song Performance
Abe, Nagisa
Color Design