The first season of the anime '86: Eighty-Six' premiered in Japan, introducing audiences to the story and characters.
Crunchyroll acquired the streaming rights for '86: Eighty-Six', making the anime accessible to a wider international audience.
Official confirmation was made that '86: Eighty-Six' would continue with a second season, to further adapt the light novel series.
The Republic formally starts the segregation and oppression of the Eighty-Six, confining them to fight as unmanned drones in the war against the Empire.
The war between the Republic of San Magnolia and the Empire of Giad escalates, with the Eighty-Six forced to engage in combat as drone pilots.
Shinei Nouzen, the main protagonist, is assigned as a pilot in the Spearhead Squadron, composed entirely of Eighty-Six members.
Lena Milizé volunteers as the handler for the Eighty-Six squadron, commanding them from the rear lines and showing empathy for them.
The Eighty-Six lead a critical operation to break through Empire defenses and turn the tide of the war temporarily.
As battles intensify, Spearhead Squadron suffers heavy casualties, affecting morale and the conflict's progression.
Lena discovers and acknowledges the true humanity of the Eighty-Six, challenging the Republic's propaganda and discrimination.
Shinei takes command of a mission to strike back against the Empire, demonstrating his leadership and tactical skills.
Initial talks to end the war begin due to exhaustion and political shifts within both nations.
