I guess what I do is that I read the biographies of the pilots they were based on so I can see some data, such as where are they from and things like that, you learn a lot of cool things doing this.
For example, Angela from the 504 is a Basque or Constantia from the 505 is from a family that descends from the Kantakouzenos family, a royal family within the Byzantine Empire (From which two emperors came from....Andshe'sprobablyavampiretooXDD) you can learn a lot from the witches reading about their real life counterparts ;D
For example, Angela from the 504 is a Basque or Constantia from the 505 is from a family that descends from the Kantakouzenos family, a royal family within the Byzantine Empire (From which two emperors came from....Andshe'sprobablyavampiretooXDD) you can learn a lot from the witches reading about their real life counterparts ;D
That is really awesome!
I have spent some time researching certain aces and comparing them to their Strike Withces counterparts. I find it kind of funny how some Witches are almost perfect matches to their real Ace, and some are completely and ironically different. For example: George Beurling was an avid non-smoker and generally outgoing person whereas Elizabeth Beurling is a chain smoker, alchoholic, and very non-sociable, LOL XD
I have spent some time researching certain aces and comparing them to their Strike Withces counterparts. I find it kind of funny how some Witches are almost perfect matches to their real Ace, and some are completely and ironically different. For example: George Beurling was an avid non-smoker and generally outgoing person whereas Elizabeth Beurling is a chain smoker, alchoholic, and very non-sociable, LOL XD
Indeed, I wonder what defines if a witch follows its archtypes 100% or is a complete inversion of them.
Maybe Humikane saw an oportunity to make a fun concept or something.
Maybe Humikane saw an oportunity to make a fun concept or something.
I think that some are genuine tributes while others are sort of direct parodies.
It just shows the expressions and freedoms of writing the characters.
I find it really interesting how some of the arcehtypes are portrayed in a way
that they might even find insulting if they were still alive today. Some of them
may actually find it rather charming as well, haha, having a character made
about them.
It just shows the expressions and freedoms of writing the characters.
I find it really interesting how some of the arcehtypes are portrayed in a way
that they might even find insulting if they were still alive today. Some of them
may actually find it rather charming as well, haha, having a character made
about them.
On that note it appears that on that note Hanna-Justina Marseille is apparently a dead ringer in many aspects to her real-life counterpart Hans-Joachim Marseille: from how both lived the lives of war celebrities, being known for being very attractive, being known for their rather maverick attitudes, being superb tactical aviators and accomplished dog fighters.
Of note is the fact that the death of Hanna's first familiar occurred a month after the death of Han's death, with Han's dieing in September 30 1942 during air combat while providing escort for Stuka, and for the death of Hanna's first Familiar it was October of 1942 during combat while operating a new Striker Unit with new settings that she pushed past safe operational limits.
But yeah, similarities between witches and their real-life archetypes a handful are strikingly, even eerily spot on. Other however, as already stated: are inverted in a rather ironic fashion, though in a few minority cases, some witches have no archetype, or in the case of the Nakajima sisters are based off of/inspired by the actual aircraft than a person.
Of note is the fact that the death of Hanna's first familiar occurred a month after the death of Han's death, with Han's dieing in September 30 1942 during air combat while providing escort for Stuka, and for the death of Hanna's first Familiar it was October of 1942 during combat while operating a new Striker Unit with new settings that she pushed past safe operational limits.
But yeah, similarities between witches and their real-life archetypes a handful are strikingly, even eerily spot on. Other however, as already stated: are inverted in a rather ironic fashion, though in a few minority cases, some witches have no archetype, or in the case of the Nakajima sisters are based off of/inspired by the actual aircraft than a person.
One thing's for sure, Humikane created a really detailed and unique universe upon which many other writers and creators have drawn inspiration and made their own contributions. Such as Tony's maps here which provide so much more detailed information to an already incredibly well organized franchise. The only thing left now is for these maps to spread to some more influential members of the Strike Witches development circle and perhaps be made "canon" at some point. With the amount of effort put into these maps, I really think you deserve official recognition. This is such a commendable project! Heck, if the SW Afrika manga started as a doujin that got officially recognized, I don't see why your maps couldn't have a similar success story.
What I really love about Strike Witches is the seemingly never-ending clever allusions to real life history and ace pilots. At the same time, while it's cool to compare to actual history, each and every witch character is uniquely their own and exist solely in the SW universe as part of the Second Neruoi War's history. They all have genuine and believable personalities and most of them have cool backstories that are very befitting of the 1940s time period. I love the way the characters interact and I love the perilous war setting which causes them to bond and forces unlike personalities to try and cooperate for survival. It's really beautiful. The anime does a decent job of capturing this comradery, but it really shines brightly in the light novels and manga installments.
Strike Witches really is more than just "That anime with the little girls who don't wear pants!" and I wish more people would understand the true complexity and genius behind it. Wow, that was a lot of words, but I mean every single one of them, haha
Also I just read "Constantia is probably a vampire." LOL, I have to agree with that, she scares me ^_^;
What I really love about Strike Witches is the seemingly never-ending clever allusions to real life history and ace pilots. At the same time, while it's cool to compare to actual history, each and every witch character is uniquely their own and exist solely in the SW universe as part of the Second Neruoi War's history. They all have genuine and believable personalities and most of them have cool backstories that are very befitting of the 1940s time period. I love the way the characters interact and I love the perilous war setting which causes them to bond and forces unlike personalities to try and cooperate for survival. It's really beautiful. The anime does a decent job of capturing this comradery, but it really shines brightly in the light novels and manga installments.
Strike Witches really is more than just "That anime with the little girls who don't wear pants!" and I wish more people would understand the true complexity and genius behind it. Wow, that was a lot of words, but I mean every single one of them, haha
Also I just read "Constantia is probably a vampire." LOL, I have to agree with that, she scares me ^_^;
Here here: the Strike Witches World is very unique and the characters in it are compelling engaging, likeable and more importantly they actually feel like real people; and I agree that the series is so much more than what most people would claim it would initially appear.
Also on another note, I'm not sure if thus was discussed yet but apparently Familiars aren't the only creatures that exist in the witches world that fall under more fantastical nature: Tonttu aka Sauna Fairies are also around in the witches world as a form of spirit residing on the mortal plane. Kind of makes you wounder what other spirits reside in the Strike Witches Verse? Though apparently most mythical beasts, dragons, monsters and demons were apparently ancient Neruoi, but I guess that's a whole other story.
Also on another note, I'm not sure if thus was discussed yet but apparently Familiars aren't the only creatures that exist in the witches world that fall under more fantastical nature: Tonttu aka Sauna Fairies are also around in the witches world as a form of spirit residing on the mortal plane. Kind of makes you wounder what other spirits reside in the Strike Witches Verse? Though apparently most mythical beasts, dragons, monsters and demons were apparently ancient Neruoi, but I guess that's a whole other story.
Yeah, I'm still trying to study up on the basics... Introducing Sauna Fairies now might just throw me off the rails, haha! About familiars, I'm a little disappointed how the anime fails to explain them properly. The novels and certain manga do a better job relating the witches to their familiars, almost as if they are pets rather than some sort of engrained spirit animal. I'm still trying to grasp the whole concept of familiars, but it's something I'll just have to overlook in the name of fiction.
Another thing sort of lacking in the anime adaptation is the war drama. It's not entirely absent, especially in the movie, but it doesn't hit as hardcore as some of the other SW media. Perhaps the pampered 501st JFW is to blame for that, I'm not really sure, but I have a feeling that the upcoming anime season featuring the 502nd might bring a new perspective to the series and unleash more of Strike Witches' true nature. Hopefully people will begin to take it more seriously as well. If the SW movie was any indication, I'd say the series is headed in a good direction. They've mildly toned down on the fanservice and focused a little more on storytelling and character interaction. I'm excited to see what lies in the future for Strike Witches.
By the way, it's great being able to talk to people like you guys who are actually educated and well versed in the Strike Witches universe. Most of my friends would rather discuss Kantai Collection which I seriously don't understand... KanColle is nowhere near as well put-together as Strike Witches. The two are not even comparable.
Another thing sort of lacking in the anime adaptation is the war drama. It's not entirely absent, especially in the movie, but it doesn't hit as hardcore as some of the other SW media. Perhaps the pampered 501st JFW is to blame for that, I'm not really sure, but I have a feeling that the upcoming anime season featuring the 502nd might bring a new perspective to the series and unleash more of Strike Witches' true nature. Hopefully people will begin to take it more seriously as well. If the SW movie was any indication, I'd say the series is headed in a good direction. They've mildly toned down on the fanservice and focused a little more on storytelling and character interaction. I'm excited to see what lies in the future for Strike Witches.
By the way, it's great being able to talk to people like you guys who are actually educated and well versed in the Strike Witches universe. Most of my friends would rather discuss Kantai Collection which I seriously don't understand... KanColle is nowhere near as well put-together as Strike Witches. The two are not even comparable.
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