Strike Witches: 501st JOINT FIGHTER WING Take Off!

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馃摉 SYNOPSIS

"Strike Witches: 501st JOINT FIGHTER WING Take Off!" follows the members of the 501st Joint Fighter Wing, a specialized unit dedicated to combating the Neuroi, extraterrestrial beings that pose a threat to humanity. The series is set in a world where these young women, known as witches, utilize aerial combat abilities to defend against the Neuroi. However, when the Neuroi are not actively invading, the witches find themselves occupied with the mundane tasks of daily life. This includes managing their living quarters, preparing meals, and handling laundry, providing a contrast to their high-stakes combat duties. The anime explores the balance between the extraordinary responsibilities of defending the world and the ordinary routines that make up everyday existence.

馃幀 EPISODE GUIDE

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馃幁 CHARACTERS

Sanya V. Litvyak

Nocturnal 501st witch, Sanya excels in night missions, aided by her cat-like Striker Unit and modified Fliegerfaust.

Portrayed by Kadowaki Mai

Erica Hartmann

Karlsland's top ace, Erica Hartmann boasts 200+ victories but is messy; Bf 109G-6 Striker Unit.

Portrayed by Nogawa Sakura

Eila Ilmatar Juutilainen

Finnish ace pilot Eila Juutilainen, a mischievous black fox in the sky, uses wit and MG42 to outsmart foes.

Portrayed by Ohashi Ayuru

Francesca Lucchini

Childish but skilled pilot Francesca, youngest of 501st, loves fun but excels in battle.

Portrayed by Saitou Chiwa

Yoshika Miyafuji

A talented 15-year-old Strike Witch from Fuso, skilled in cooking and piloting a Zero-based Striker Unit.

Portrayed by Fukuen Misato

Gertrud Barkhorn

Quiet, efficient Karlsland ace Gertrud supports her comrades with deadly dual-gun accuracy from her Fw 190D-6.

Portrayed by Sonozaki Mie

Mio Sakamoto

Veteran Strike Witch, skilled pilot and strict trainer, Mio commands with a magical eye and potent weaponry.

Portrayed by Chiba Saeko, Seto Saori

Lynette Bishop

Britannian Sergeant Lynette, a skilled RAF sharpshooter, pilots a Spitfire Striker, striving for excellence despite occasional clumsiness.

Portrayed by Nazuka Kaori

Perrine H. Clostermann

Wealthy Gallian ace, Perrine is proud but scarred, preferring solo flights and wielding a rapier and Bren gun.

Portrayed by Sawashiro Miyuki

Charlotte E. Yeager

A thrill-seeking US flight lieutenant, Charlotte is a speed demon whose Striker Unit, based on a P-51D Mustang, allows her to break the sound barrier.

Portrayed by Koshimizu Ami

Strike Witches Series

Strike Witches OVA

OVA 路 2007 路 Gonzo

Strike Witches OVA

In a world ravaged by alien invaders, a young woman with untapped magical potential embarks on a quest to find her supposedly deceased father and his revolutionary anti-Neuroi weapon.

Strike Witches

TV 路 2008 路 Gonzo

Strike Witches

In 1944, the Strike Witches, a squadron of girls with magical abilities and impressive legs, fight off alien invaders known as Neuroi in the skies.

Strike Witches 2

TV 路 2010 路 AIC Spirits

Strike Witches 2

After a Neuroi attack decimates allied forces across Europe, the Strike Witches must reunite with their friends and fight against a new, overwhelming threat.

Strike Witches: The Movie

Movie 路 2012 路 AIC

Strike Witches: The Movie

In a world threatened by a resurgent enemy, a former witch must choose between her medical studies and rejoining the Strike Witches to fight once more.

Strike Witches: Operation Victory Arrow

OVA 路 2014 路 SILVER LINK.

Strike Witches: Operation Victory Arrow

"Strike Witches: Operation Victory Arrow" follows the returning members of the 501st Joint Fighter Wing in three short stories set after Operation Mars and before the 2012 movie.

Brave Witches

TV 路 2016 路 SILVER LINK.

Brave Witches

In an alternate WWII, the Brave Witches defend Eastern Europe from alien invaders using magic and Striker Units.

Brave Witches: Petersburg Grand Strategy

Special 路 2017 路 SILVER LINK.

Brave Witches: Petersburg Grand Strategy

This episode, set between the seventh and eighth episodes of the TV series, offers a glimpse into the lives of the Brave Witches and their ongoing struggle.

Strike Witches: 501 Butai Hasshin Shimasu! Movie

Movie 路 2019 路 Acca effe

Strike Witches: 501 Butai Hasshin Shimasu! Movie

After a peaceful return home, Yoshika Miyafuji's medical studies in Europe are interrupted when Neuroi reappear, prompting the 501st Joint Fighter Wing to reunite.

Strike Witches: Road to Berlin

TV 路 2020 路 David Production

Strike Witches: Road to Berlin

The Strike Witches, joined by new member Shizuka Hattori, prepare for an epic battle to reclaim Berlin and defeat the Neuroi, with humanity's fate hanging in the balance.

World Witches Take Off!

TV 路 2021 路 Acca effe

World Witches Take Off!

In a world where girls with special powers were meant to fight the Neuroi, these witches instead spend their days in comical idleness, featuring units 501 and 502.

League of Nations Air Force Aviation Magic Band Luminous Witches

TV 路 2022 路 Shaft

League of Nations Air Force Aviation Magic Band Luminous Witches

In a world at war with alien invaders, the Luminous Witches use song, dance, and aerial performances to boost morale and preserve smiles among displaced civilians.

League of Nations Air Force Aviation Magic Band Luminous Witches Recap

TV_SPECIAL 路 2022

League of Nations Air Force Aviation Magic Band Luminous Witches Recap

This recap episode revisits the first six episodes of "League of Nations Air Force Aviation Magic Band Luminous Witches," offering a commentary on the anime's world and characters.

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Strike Witches: 501st JOINT FIGHTER WING Take Off!

Studio

Acca effe, Giga Production

Season

Spring 2019

Start Date

2019-04-10

End Date

2019-06-26

Episodes

12

Type

TV

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