86–EIGHTY-SIX, Vol. 1 (light novel)

86–EIGHTY-SIX, Vol. 1 by Asato Asato is a light novel published by Yen Press on March 26, 2019. This edition, written in English and spanning 256 pages, presents a narrative set in the Republic of San Magnolia, which faces ongoing attacks from the Giadian Empire’s unmanned drones known as the Legion. The story explores the Republic’s claim of a war without casualties, revealing the harsh reality faced by the marginalized Eighty-Six, who are forced to pilot these drones in a conflict that strips them of their humanity.

Readers will find a thought-provoking examination of the consequences of war and the societal structures that allow such conflicts to persist. The narrative delves into themes of military strategy and the human cost of technological warfare, highlighting the stark contrast between the Republic’s propaganda and the grim truth of the Eighty-Sixth Sector. This volume invites readers to consider the implications of a conflict fought from behind fortified walls, where the true sacrifices are hidden from view.