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
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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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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