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I m not familiar with the light novel version of 86 beyond its reputation: a gripping story with heavy themes by an author obsessed with garter belts. So while I can t make any comparisons based on the process of adaptation, I can comment on the result. Episode 7 is an impressive example of non-linear storytelling, mixing up the effect with the cause. It s not the first time 86 has told its story out of order, but this episode was particularly strong, with fireworks and the delicate sounds of a piano binding it all together. Lena is already at her breaking point, being lambasted by Kurena and only being able to offer symbolic assistance. After the Legion reveal, both the audience and Lena herself were probably thinking that there ll be no further surprises, but now we re hit with another one: Spearhead Squadron are a Suicide Squad™. But perhaps what s more surprising is not that these people are never going to get reinforcements or help, but instead that they all h ....
Storytelling isn t just about the words themselves, but also about how those words are structured. While a lot of overseas TV has started being presented in 40-60 minute chunks, anime still uses 20-minute episodes. Therefore, it s up to the screenwriters to try and progress the story while still delivering a certain atmosphere or tone each week. In the case of 86, it s an unsettling one. If something good happens, something bad has got to happen later. After last week s horrifying reveals, it was nice to go back to a happier time at Spearhead Squadron, getting to know some of the fallen soldiers and finding out the different ways they have fun. ....