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Area 88

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After being tricked into signing a document by someone he considered a friend, Shin Kazama is forced to become a fighter pilot in the foreign legion of mercenaries, who are fighting in a civil war for the nation of Aslan. Hellbent on earning enough money to break his contract and return to Japan, Shin has managed to become one of the most lethal pilots at the base known as Area 88. But having spent so much time in a place where one's life is always in jeopardy, will Shin remain the same man if and when he can return to the civilian world?

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How does Shin Kazama become a mercenary pilot in Area 88?

Shin Kazama is tricked into signing a mercenary contract by someone he considered a friend while he was drunk. This deceptive document legally binds him to serve as a fighter pilot in the foreign legion of mercenaries fighting in Aslan's civil war.

What country's civil war is depicted in Area 88?

Area 88 is set during a civil war in the fictional nation of Aslan, located in the Middle East. The conflict forms the backdrop for the story of foreign mercenaries, including Shin Kazama, who are hired to fight in this war.

What is Shin Kazama's goal in Area 88?

Shin Kazama's primary goal is to earn enough money to break his mercenary contract and return to his normal life. The contract has a buyout clause, but the amount required is substantial, forcing Shin to continue flying dangerous combat missions.

Is Area 88 based on a manga or an original anime?

Area 88 is based on a manga series created by Kaoru Shintani that ran from 1979 to 1986. The anime adaptation faithfully follows the story of Shin Kazama's experiences as a mercenary pilot trapped in the Aslan civil war.

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