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86 EIGHTY-SIX: Season 1

23 episodes Premiered Apr 11, 2021 Updated Jul 23, 2026

The first season of 86 EIGHTY-SIX is set in a world where the Republic of San Magnolia has developed unmanned combat drones called Juggernaut to counter the autonomous unmanned drones of the Empire of Giad, known as Legion. However, the Juggernauts are not truly unmanned, as they are piloted by individuals known as Eighty-sixers, who are treated as less than human and viewed as mere tools. The story follows Shin, the

Season overview

The first season of 86 EIGHTY-SIX is set in a world where the Republic of San Magnolia has developed unmanned combat drones called Juggernaut to counter the autonomous unmanned drones of the Empire of Giad, known as Legion. However, the Juggernauts are not truly unmanned, as they are piloted by individuals known as Eighty-sixers, who are treated as less than human and viewed as mere tools. The story follows Shin, the captain of Spearhead Squadron, which consists of Eighty-sixers, as he fights in a war with uncertain goals. The series is classified as animation, action and adventure, sci-fi and fantasy, and war and politics. It is rated TV-MA. The series premiered in 2021. The anime is also known as 86 and has been documented on various online platforms, including The Movie Database and MyAnimeList.

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Episodes

S1·E1

Undertaker

Apr 11, 2021 · 23 min

The Republic of San Magnolia fights a safe humane war using drones. In reality, however, the drones are piloted by humans called 86s, who are called “pigs” and considered less than

S1·E2

Spearhead

Apr 18, 2021 · 23 min

As Lena lives a life of safety and comfort inside the walls of her city, the 86ers fight a terrible battle against an unstoppable and inhuman enemy.

S1·E3

I Don't Want to Die

Apr 25, 2021 · 23 min

Lena finds herself growing closer to the Spearhead squadron, or so she thinks. But a deadly battle drastically changes her perspective.

S1·E4

Real Name

May 2, 2021 · 23 min

After a brutal death, Lena comes to terms with her real status as an Alba, and what it means to force another to fight for your sake.

S1·E5

I'm With You

May 9, 2021 · 23 min

Lena learns the truth about the upcoming end of the war, and how the Legion is a much more deadly threat than she thought.

S1·E6

Through to the End

May 16, 2021 · 23 min

Spearhead enjoys a brief respite near the cherry blossoms outside the wall, but a deadly attack brings the dangers of war even closer to home.

S1·E7

Will You Remember Me?

May 23, 2021 · 23 min

As the day of the festival arrives, Lena and Shin watch the fireworks and enjoy a brief respite from their battles.

S1·E8

Let's Go

May 30, 2021 · 23 min

Spearhead is given orders to undertake a pointless march into enemy territory, and not to stop until they're dead. Lena tries her best to stop this suicide mission from happening.

S1·E9

Goodbye

Jun 6, 2021 · 23 min

Shin confronts his brother deep within Legion held territory. But even if he wins, there's no going back.

S1·E10

Thank You

Jun 13, 2021 · 23 min

The crew of Spearhead has left on their final mission, never to return home. What awaits them outside the borders of their home?

S1·E11

Here We Go

Jun 20, 2021 · 23 min

Spearhead Squadron comes to the end of their long road, and a new journey begins for Lena...

S1·E12

Welcome

Oct 3, 2021 · 23 min

Spearhead awakens to find themselves in a strange new land, while Lena continues her battles as a Handler.

S1·E13

It's Too Late

Oct 10, 2021 · 23 min

The members of Spearhead are given a brief respite from the war. But is it alright for them to enjoy themselves when so many have fallen?

S1·E14

Glad to Be Here

Oct 17, 2021 · 23 min

The crew of Spearhead find themselves back on the battlefield, as the tide of the war turns against the Federacy.

S1·E15

Welcome Back

Oct 24, 2021 · 23 min

The members of Spearhead are reunited as a massive Legion offensive looms. With the next deadly phase of the war almost here, how will they spend their remaining hours?

S1·E16

Even So

Oct 31, 2021 · 23 min

The Legion's large-scale offensive begins, and the Spearhead crew are sent into the thick of the fighting. But even back at base, there's no safety to be found...

S1·E17

I Won't Forget

Nov 7, 2021 · 23 min

As the war with the Legion rages on, the enemy makes a final march towards the Republic of San Magnolia. Lena waits to stop them, but...

S1·E18

The Truth Is

Nov 21, 2021 · 23 min

The team prepares for a final suicide mission against "Morpho," a massive railgun Legion capable of single-handedly turning the tide of the battle.

S1·E19

Stay This Way Forever

Dec 5, 2021 · 23 min

Nordlicht finds themselves up against a massive foe in the middle of enemy territory, with no hope of escape and no reinforcements coming to help.

S1·E20

Together Unto Death

Dec 19, 2021 · 23 min

Deep in enemy territory, with supplies running low and damage piling up, Nordlicht makes a final desperate march towards Morpho.

S1·E21

All That's Left

Dec 26, 2021 · 23 min

The members of Nordlicht drop out one by one in the face of the Legion's onslaught, and Shin is left to face the Morpho alone.

S1·E22

Shin

Mar 13, 2022 · 23 min

At the end of it all and left behind once more, Shin is at the brink. Just then, someone appears, in a sea of red flowers...

S1·E23

Handler One

Mar 20, 2022 · 23 min

The operation to destroy the Morpho was a success, and Shin and his team fulfilled their promise to return to the Federacy alive. After enjoying a brief respite, they once again wi