Shin and his squad—Raiden, Theoto, Anju, and Kurena—wander the battlefield, their mental states deteriorating as the "voices of the dead" and the Legion’s screaming grow louder in their heads. They realize the Morpho is hunting them specifically. Shin decides to act as a decoy to allow his friends to escape, refusing to let them die for him.
This episode is a masterclass in visual storytelling by director Toshimasa Ishii and the team at A-1 Pictures. Here is what happens in the unofficial "Episode 105."
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As the light novel series progresses well past its initial volumes and heads toward its final arc, major story developments continue to expand the universe: 86 part 2 episode 105
The answer lies in fan numbering conventions and the overwhelming emotional weight of the final two episodes. Some streaming services and fan communities have mislabeled the second cour as a separate season (e.g., "Season 2"), leading to creative math. Others use "Episode 105" as a metaphor for the extended, feature-length emotional experience of Part 2’s climax, specifically .
The episode picks up where the previous one left off, with the story focusing on the continued struggle of the 86th squadron against the invading Legion forces. As the situation grows increasingly dire, the characters face their own mortality and the true cost of their sacrifices.
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: Lena debuts a black uniform with a red streak in her hair, symbolizing all five colors of the San Magnolia flag and her resolve to uphold its original values despite the Republic's corruption.
The episode ends with a massive Para-RAID interference. A voice known to the veterans—perhaps a ghost of a fallen comrade or the Merciless Queen herself—speaks directly to Lena, bypassing all Federation security. The screen fades to black as Shin’s "shudder" (his Legion-sensing ability) triggers so violently it causes him physical pain. Key Visuals:
For a brief, terrifying moment, the episode utilizes "fake-out" tension, making it appear as though Shin is truly the last one left alive on a burning battlefield. 3. Shin’s Psychological Breaking Point 86 Part 2 is mostly terrible This episode is a masterclass in visual storytelling
The 10th episode of Part 2 is officially Episode 21 overall , a crucial narrative pillar titled "All That's Left".
23 core episodes + 4 special recap episodes.
The original light novel series spans over 13 volumes and dozens of individual chapters and sub-chapters. International translation numbering or digital web-novel hosting platforms sometimes use alternative numbering systems that reach triple digits. Share public link As the light novel series
Because the anime stops at Episode 23, anyone looking for further continuation must turn to the highly successful source material. The anime directed by Toshimasa Ishii only adapts the first three volumes of the light novel series.
