86--Eighty-Six: Operation High School

In this lighthearted spin-off from the grim mecha war of 86--Eighty-Six, Yen Press presents a comedic high school alternate universe where the series' cast trades battlefield tactics for classroom hijinks. Written and illustrated by the original creator Asato Asato and artist Shirabii, the 2024–present series reimagines the Republic of San Magnolia's soldiers and handlers as ordinary students navigating clubs, exams, and teenage romance. Though only a single issue deep, this playful detour offers fans a warm, character-focused breather from the source material's heavy themes.