List of Strike Witches Characters - Suomus Independent Volunteer Aerial Squadron

Suomus Independent Volunteer Aerial Squadron

The characters appearing in the ongoing light novel are part of the Suomus Independent Volunteer Aerial Squadron (スオムス義勇独立飛行中隊, Suomusu Giyū Dokuritsu Hikō Chūtai?).

Tomoko Anabuki (穴拭智子, Anabuki Tomoko?)

Tomoko is the main protagonist of the light novel series. An ace dogfighter from the Fusō Empire, she rose to fame after the initial Neuroi probing attack in the Fusō sea in 1937, where she shot down 7 enemy fighters. She was expecting to get deployed to the frontlines in Karlsland, but was ordered to Suomus instead. She is based on Satoru Anabuki.

Haruka Sakomizu (迫水ハルカ, Sakomizu Haruka?)

Also from the Fusō Empire, Haruka is stationed in a naval air flotilla. She is enamored with Tomoko Anabuki, but her low self-esteem causes her problems. She is based on Takeo Tanimizu.

Elizabeth F. Beurling (エリザベス・F・ビューリング, Erizabesu F Byūringu?)

Elizabeth is the number 1 trouble-making insubordinate member of the Britannian Air Force. Considered to be a loose cannon compared to everyone else, Elizabeth was to be executed for her constant insubordination and nature by the Britannian military brass. She is considered to have a rather gloomy personality with a slightly suicidal streak and often has a bit of a depressed side to her but shows supports for Tomoko Anabuki on her decisions in spite of her insubordinate personality. She also has a close relationship with Hannah Rudel and Wilma Bishop whom were both drinking buddies. Elizabeth wields a Kukri in battle. She is based on George Beurling.

Katharine O'Hare (キャサリン・オヘア, Kyasarin Ohea?)

Hailing from Texas in the United States of Liberion, Katherine is a real airhead dunce. She was transferred over after the Liberion Navy thought she could use some experience over at Sumous rather than dragging her forces down due to her rookie tactics. Despite her inexperience she helps to do her best to keep her team in high spirits. In spite of her cheerfulness, her inability to grasp other cultures except her own may occasionally negate her efforts to befriend others. Katherine is based on Edward O'Hare.

Ursula Hartmann (ウルスラ・ハルトマン, Urusura Harutoman?)

Voiced by: Sakura Nogawa (Japanese), Luci Christian (English)

Hailing from Karlsland, Ursula is the twin sister of Erica Hartmann from the anime, as the light novel series and anime take place at different times. The youngest in the squadron at 10 years of age, all she does is read and tries to learn everything according to Karlsland doctrines. She eventually uses her research into rocketry to design the Fliegerhummer prototype that Sanya will use. She also appears in episode 4 of the second anime season. She is named after Erich Hartmann's wife Ursula.

Elma Leivonen (エルマ・レイヴォネン, Eruma Reivonen?)

A native of Suomus, Elma is nervous, extremely timid, and inexperienced. Initially assigned as the squadron commander of the Suomus Independent Volunteer Air Squadron, she however lacks initiative and often defers to Tomoko. She is based on Eino Luukkanen.

Giuseppina Cenni (ジュゼッピーナ・チュインニ, Juzeppīna Chuinni?)

Giuseppina is a member from the Principality of Romagna. A former top ace known as the "Non-commissioned General," she lost her memories and skills after being shot down over Neuroi territory. She has an infatuation with Tomoko as well. Giuseppina is based on Giuseppe Cenni.