86 Season 3: Release Date, Cast, Plot, Updates, And Everything We Know
86 Season 3, when will it happen?
Many wars in action anime feature some form of the army using modernized weapons as part of the mecha military.
One such series employing this trope was the anime adaption of Asato Asato’s’ light novel, 86.
The premise is set in a world wherein the Republic of San Magnolia has been in constant conflict with the Empire of Giad for a decade.
The Republic of San Magnolia has often come second due to San Magnolia s’ mechanized Legion but has now developed its units called Juggernauts.
These Juggernauts are controlled remotely by pilots known as Handlers.
The public is unaware that these warheads are being controlled by not robots but actual humans, who are referred to as 86.
Although they are humans, 86 are only considered as sub humans who are forced to fight in the war to receive better treatment.
The story follows Major Vladilena “Lena” Milizé, an outspoken activist who fights against the injustice of the nation’s’ army.
She is assigned to the Spearhead squadron, and immediately expresses resentment due to her support for 86.
Captain of the squad, Shinei Nouzen is the only survivor from past missions and feels obligated to share the burden of his fallen comrades.
What will when the destiny of these two young souls come face to face? Will it be burn a desire of salvation or destroy in the abyss of doom.
86 has been well received by fans and critics alike, who are now wondering if there will be a third season or not.
To find the answer, keep scrolling as we bring you all the latest news and updates on 86 Season 3.
86 is rated 8.2/10 and ranked #259 with 730k members on MyAnimeList
WHAT IS THE 86 SEASON 3 RELEASE DATE?
Moriarty the Patriot Season One aired from 11th April 2021 to 20th June 2021 for 11 episodes.
The second ran from 3rd October 2021 to 19th March 2022 for 12 episodes.
As of writing, there is no update from studio A-1 Pictures on the renewal of 86 Season 3.
| SEASON | RELEASE DATE |
| 86 Season 1 | 11th April 2021 |
| 86 Season 2 | 3rd October 2021 |
| 86 Season 3 | Yet to be Announced |
As mentioned earlier, 86 in both its installment has been a popular watch which is further evidenced by its IMDB user episode ratings.
The series was the fourth highest-rated anime of Spring 2021, only behind mainstream series like My Hero Academia, Tokyo Revengers, To Your Eternity, and Don’t Toy with Me, Miss Nagatoro.
In the 6th Crunchyroll Anime Awards, 86 was nominated for Anime of the Year, Best Drama, Best Girl, and Best Score
The reviews and ratings might warrant a renewal, the possibility of 86 Season 3 happening depends on the studio s’ production schedule and source material.
Currently, studio A-1 Pictures has listed two new projects for 2024 and is capable of producing sequels for popular series.
Additionally, source material should not be an issue as more than 8 volumes are available for creators to produce 86 Season 3.
Considering all the above factors, a renewal for 86 Season 3 should be on the cards.
All things considered, it seems that fans can expect updates on 86 Season 3 trailer and 86 Season 3 release date by Winter 2025.
86 LIGHT NOVEL AND MANGA CATCHUP
The 86 light novel is actually written by Asato Asato and illustrated by Shirabii. The 86 light novel is published by ASCII Media Works under their Dengeki Bunko imprint.
The light is published in 13 volumes, with the latest issue released on 10th February 2023.
86 manga is written by Asato Asato and illustrated by Motoko Yoshihara. It began serialization in Young Gangan magazine from February 2018.
The manga has been collected into 3 volumes, with the latest issue released on 10th June 2021.
A spin off manga titled 86: Operation High School is written by Suzume Somemiya and began serialization in Monthly Comic Alive magazine on June 2020.
86 SEASON 3 PLOT
In the final episode of 86 Season 2, “Handler One,” Shin and his friends return home to celebrate their Holy Birth.
Marcel apologizes to Shin for Eugen’s’ death, upon which the latter leaves a photo of him with Eguene as an apology.
The 86 are presented with an opportunity to move to the Federacy and become commoners, which Lena and Annette accept.
Lena is glad to see the Republic citizens have a change of heart and get introduced to the Mobile Force.
She is shocked to learn that Shin is still alive and promises to fight the Legion alongside him.
86 Season 2 covered till the fourth volume of the light novel, which means 86 Season 3 will begin by adapting Volume 4.
Zelene Birkenbaum is a mysterious character who has left the strike package in fear.
Meanwhile, Shin and the 86 meet in the United Kingdom of Roa Garcia to plan a counter-strategy against Legion.
An unsettling truth comes to bite back as the battlefield gets taken up by mechanical ghosts.
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86 CAST, CHARACTERS, AND CREW
86 is directed by Toshimasa Ishi with series composition from Toshiya Ono.
Characters are designed by Tetsuya Kawakami, and the music is composed by Hiroyuki Sawano and Kohta Yamamoto.
Animation is produced by studio A-1 Pictures, with Yumi Horikoshi serving as art director.
You can find the list of 86 characters and voice cast below:
| CHARACTERS | VOICED BY |
| Vladilena Milizé | Ikumi Hasegawa |
| Shinei Nōzen | Shōya Chiba |
| Haruto Keats | Daiki Yamashita |
| Kaie Tanya | Haruka Shiraishi |
| Daiya Irma | Haruki Ishiya |
| Toma Sobi | Katsumi Fukuhara |
| Shōrei Nōzen | Makoto Furukawa |
| Chise Osen | Masamu Ono |
| Maina Atomika | Mayuko Kazama |
| Theoto Rikka | Natsumi Fujiwara |
| Henrietta Penrose | Riho Sugiyama |
| Anju Emma | Saori Hayami |
| Jerome Carlstahl | Satoshi Mikami |
| Kurena Kukumila | Sayumi Suzushiro |
| Raiden Shuga | Seiichirō Yamashita |
| Rui Kino | Shinei Ueki |
| Rekka Rin | Shizuka Ishigami |
| Kujo Niko | Taishi Murata |
| Reff Adleheit | Taiten Kusunoki |
| Tozan Sasha | Taito Ban |
| Mikuri Kairo | Yuka Nukui |
CONCLUSION
86 Season 3 should be a no-brainer considering its popularity, and a renewal could be sooner than expected.
