Ep 1. The Magical Girl of the Alps
- October 8, 2020
- 23 min
The Magical Girl of the Alps brings fans of Strike Witches back to the familiar world of witches fighting to protect humanity. Opening on a peaceful Alpine village, viewers are introduced to the newest member of the 501st Joint Fighter Wing, Flight Lieutenant Yoshika Miyafuji, who is taking a much-needed break from her duties.
However, the quiet village is soon invaded by the Neuroi, a parasitic extraterrestrial race that threatens to wipe out humanity. The village's infrastructure becomes severely damaged, and its inhabitants are forced to take refuge in a nearby castle.
As the Neuroi's invasion intensifies, the Strike Witches are called to action. The 501st Joint Fighter Wing, accompanied by Yoshika, flies toward the Alps to protect the village and its aristocratic inhabitants. But they soon discover that the Neuroi's actions have a new twist.
While fighting, the team is confronted by a young girl, who reveals herself to be a 16-year-old magical girl. She introduces herself as Misumi Madoka, Princess of the House of Madoka of the snowy Alps Covenant. She says her family line has magical abilities that have been in place since before the birth of the Strike Witches. She is surprisingly powerful and controls the forces of nature with ease, which is something the Strike Witches have never encountered before.
As the story progresses, mischievous elements influence the Prince of the House of the snowy Alps Covenant. At the same time, the Strike Witches try to protect humanity while confronting a new, powerful adversary.
The Strike Witches season 3 episode 1 is a gripping, action-packed tale that introduces new characters and an enthralling plot that viewers will surely enjoy. The Magical Girl of the Alps has a solid story that intensifies with each scene, and it caps off with an epic battle that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. With immersive animation and a well-crafted story, Strike Witches season 3 episode 1 is a must-watch for fans of the series, and it is sure to please veteran fans and new viewers alike.
