Luminous Witches - Revision history

Alex T Snow at 19:37, 7 October 2023

2023-10-07T19:37:48Z

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	==MG 42==		==MG 42==
	The witch-version [[~~MG42\|~~MG 42]], redesigned to use Patronentrommel 34 drum magazines, is held by future Luminous Witches member Aira Linnamaa in another flashback. This flashback was originally captioned as taking place in 1941, which would make the MG 42 anachronistic, however the BD release corrected this to 1942. This correction is further reinforced by official artwork that depicts Aira using a [[Suomi KP/-31\|KP/-31]] before this, standard among Suomus witches prior to the MG 42. While the other eight performers are inspired by period singers rather than pilots, Aira is based on a pilot (Aarre Linnamaa) due to her combat experience.		The witch-version [[MG 42]], redesigned to use Patronentrommel 34 drum magazines, is held by future Luminous Witches member Aira Linnamaa in another flashback. This flashback was originally captioned as taking place in 1941, which would make the MG 42 anachronistic, however the BD release corrected this to 1942. This correction is further reinforced by official artwork that depicts Aira using a [[Suomi KP/-31\|KP/-31]] before this, standard among Suomus witches prior to the MG 42. While the other eight performers are inspired by period singers rather than pilots, Aira is based on a pilot (Aarre Linnamaa) due to her combat experience.

	MG 42s are also used by Alexandra Şerbănescu and Ottilie Kittel of the Typhoon Witches, while another is seen in the hands of Yoshika Miyafuji in a scene that parallels the sixth episode of ''Strike Witches''.		MG 42s are also used by Alexandra Şerbănescu and Ottilie Kittel of the Typhoon Witches, while another is seen in the hands of Yoshika Miyafuji in a scene that parallels the sixth episode of ''Strike Witches''.

Alex T Snow: /* MG 131 */

2023-07-25T02:03:34Z

MG 131

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	[[File:MG_131.jpg\|thumb\|none\|400px\|MG 131 - 13x64mmB]]		[[File:MG_131.jpg\|thumb\|none\|400px\|MG 131 - 13x64mmB]]
	[[Image:LWMG1311.jpg\|600px\|thumb\|none\|Alexandra, Fumiyo, Rosalie, Waltraud, and Ottilie search for the Neuroi, the shot deliberately blurred as a representation of Ginny detecting them over a great distance. Waltraud uses a Fw 190 D-9 striker, though in the not too distant future she will become an early adopter of the Me 262 jet striker. (Ep.7)]]		[[Image:LWMG1311.jpg\|600px\|thumb\|none\|Alexandra, Fumiyo, Rosalie, Waltraud, and Ottilie search for the Neuroi, the shot deliberately blurred as a representation of Ginny detecting them over a great distance. Waltraud uses a Fw 190 D-9 striker, though in the not too distant future she will become an early adopter of the Me 262 jet striker. (Ep.7)]]
	[[Image:LWMG1312.jpg\|600px\|thumb\|none\|Official artwork revealing the Typhoon Witches' character designs, for reference. Fumiyo is armed with a [[~~Talk:~~Nambu Type 14#Type 14 pistol sword\|pistol sword built from a ~~Nambu~~ Type 14]], a very real design tested by the Japanese in the '20s. This fictional variant appears to have gone through further design iterations, notably featuring a straight pistol grip. (Art)]]		[[Image:LWMG1312.jpg\|600px\|thumb\|none\|Official artwork revealing the Typhoon Witches' character designs, for reference. Fumiyo is armed with a [[Nambu Type 14#Type 14 pistol sword\|pistol sword built from a Type 14]], a very real design tested by the Japanese in the '20s. This fictional variant appears to have gone through further design iterations, notably featuring a straight pistol grip. (Art)]]

	==Type 99-2 Model 2 Kai==		==Type 99-2 Model 2 Kai==

Alex T Snow: gun page name fixed

2023-02-17T00:32:03Z

gun page name fixed

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	=Pistols=		=Pistols=
	==Tokarev TT-33==		==Tokarev TT-33==
	An Orussian officer at the LNAF meeting is seen with a holster for a [[Tokarev TT-33]]; the other officers, all of various nations, presumably have their own service pistols as well. The continued existence of the League of Nations is an excellent example of how much of the turmoil and political unrest of the real world 1920s/30s never came to pass in this universe.		An Orussian officer at the LNAF meeting is seen with a holster for a [[Tokarev TT-33#Tokarev TT-33\|Tokarev TT-33]]; the other officers, all of various nations, presumably have their own service pistols as well. The continued existence of the League of Nations is an excellent example of how much of the turmoil and political unrest of the real world 1920s/30s never came to pass in this universe.

	[[Image:TT-33-Wartime.jpg\|thumb\|none\|300px\|Tokarev TT-33 - 7.62x25mm Tokarev]]		[[Image:TT-33-Wartime.jpg\|thumb\|none\|300px\|Tokarev TT-33 - 7.62x25mm Tokarev]]

Alex T Snow at 21:46, 6 February 2023

2023-02-06T21:46:26Z

Alex T Snow at 01:23, 5 February 2023

2023-02-05T01:23:17Z

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	==Ho-103==		==Ho-103==
	The [[Ho-103]] appears in the hands of Imperial Fuso Army witches Fumiyo Kawaguchi and Tomomi Nishisugi. Although the Ho-103 has been seen in various manga, used by other Army witches such as Amaki Suwa (who appeared in ''Strike Witches'' and ''Strike Witches 2'', unarmed), this is the gun's first appearance in a ''Witches'' anime.		The [[Ho-103]] appears in the hands of Imperial Fuso Army witches Fumiyo Kawaguchi and Tomomi Nishisugi. Although the Ho-103 has been seen in various manga, used by other Army witches such as Amaki Suwa (who appeared in ''Strike Witches'' and ''Strike Witches 2'', unarmed), this is the gun's first appearance in a ''Witches'' anime. Also of note, Tomomi's appearance in the finale episode's night witch sequence is set a fair bit after sunrise, respecting the time zone difference between Europe and Fuso.

	The witch version of the Ho-103 features an added pistol grip, off-hand grip, and ammo box, but is otherwise unmodified.		The witch version of the Ho-103 features an added pistol grip, off-hand grip, and ammo box, but is otherwise unmodified.
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	=Launchers=		=Launchers=
	==Fliegerhammer==		==Fliegerhammer==
	Aleksandra Litvyak makes a second cameo in the finale alongside the other night witches, armed with a Fliegerhammer. Based on the [[Luftfaust\|Fliegerfaust]] and designed by Ursula Hartmann, the Fliegerhammer is a fictional nine-barrel rocket launcher, its heavy firepower a good companion for a night witch. The finale performance taking place on December 26, 1944 puts her in the skies over Petersburg, as she and Eila were visiting the Brave Witches at this time, covered in the ''Brave Witches'' OVA (Episode 7.5). ~~Also of note~~, ~~Tomomi~~'s ~~appearance in this sequence, seen in~~ in ~~the Ho-103 section above, is set a fair bit after sunrise, respecting the time zone difference between Europe and Fuso~~.		Aleksandra Litvyak makes a second cameo in the finale alongside the other night witches, armed with a Fliegerhammer. Based on the [[Luftfaust\|Fliegerfaust]] and designed by Ursula Hartmann, the Fliegerhammer is a fictional nine-barrel rocket launcher, its heavy firepower a good companion for a night witch. The finale performance taking place on December 26, 1944 puts her in the skies over Petersburg, as she and Eila were visiting the Brave Witches at this time, covered in the ''Brave Witches'' OVA (Episode 7.5). As such, this is almost certainly the same Fliegerhammer Sanya uses in the battle on New Year's Eve later in that same episode.

	For additional details, [[Strike Witches#Fliegerhammer\|see its first season entry]].		For additional details, [[Strike Witches#Fliegerhammer\|see its first season entry]].
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	The final concert of the world tour is held at Fort Jay, a coastal bastion on Governors Island in New York Harbor, built at the turn of the 19th century. Being by this point a historic landmark rather than a legitimate military fortification, Fort Jay retains just five of its [[Rodman Model 1861]] cannons, specifically one 15-inch and four 10-inch guns. After a photo of the fort is shown to the group by Grace, Maria Dietrich gives a brief explanation of Fort Jay, mentioning it has a history going back well over one-hundred years (in 1944). The five preserved Rodman guns at Fort Jay are still present there in the real world today.		The final concert of the world tour is held at Fort Jay, a coastal bastion on Governors Island in New York Harbor, built at the turn of the 19th century. Being by this point a historic landmark rather than a legitimate military fortification, Fort Jay retains just five of its [[Rodman Model 1861]] cannons, specifically one 15-inch and four 10-inch guns. After a photo of the fort is shown to the group by Grace, Maria Dietrich gives a brief explanation of Fort Jay, mentioning it has a history going back well over one-hundred years (in 1944). The five preserved Rodman guns at Fort Jay are still present there in the real world today.

	[[File:10-inch_Rodman_Model_1861_at_Fort_Jay.jpg\|thumb\|none\|400px\|10-inch ~~Rodman Model 1861~~]]		[[File:10-inch_Rodman_Model_1861_at_Fort_Jay.jpg\|thumb\|none\|400px\|Rodman Model 1861 - 10-inch]]
	[[File:LWRodman1.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Grace provides an aerial photo of Fort Jay; although a bit grainy, all five Rodman guns can be seen here. The 15-inch gun and two of the 10-inch guns are mounted in the north ravelin, facing Manhattan. The two other 10-inch guns are mounted either side of the east entrance gate. (Ep.9)]]		[[File:LWRodman1.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Grace provides an aerial photo of Fort Jay; although a bit grainy, all five Rodman guns can be seen here. The 15-inch gun and two of the 10-inch guns are mounted in the north ravelin, facing Manhattan. The two other 10-inch guns are mounted either side of the east entrance gate. (Ep.9)]]
	[[File:LWRodman2.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Fort Jay with Manhattan in the backdrop. The further of the two entrance gate Rodman guns is partially visible hiding behind some grass, while the closer seems mostly obscured. The three guns in the ravelin are out of view on the far side of the fort. (Ep.9)]]		[[File:LWRodman2.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Fort Jay with Manhattan in the backdrop. The further of the two entrance gate Rodman guns is partially visible hiding behind some grass, while the closer seems mostly obscured. The three guns in the ravelin are out of view on the far side of the fort. (Ep.9)]]

Alex T Snow: Well that's all the sections, so I'll pull the WIP tag now. Still need to proofread a few times, edit in a few references/connections to LW on other Witches pages, and add the LW entries on all the gun pages

2023-02-04T06:16:50Z

Well that's all the sections, so I'll pull the WIP tag now. Still need to proofread a few times, edit in a few references/connections to LW on other Witches pages, and add the LW entries on all the gun pages

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 [[Image:Luminous-Witches.jpg|thumb|right|300px|''Luminous Witches'' (2022)]]
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 [[File:LWpropaganda2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|''"The present you is a future figure of all the witches who follow after you."'' Felicia Louisa Gresley, an aristocrat of sorts, gives advice to Grace Steward after seeing promise in her plans. (Ep.1)]]
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+=Vehicle-Mounted & Stationary Weapons=
 ==Browning .303 Mk II*==
 For their world tour the 72nd JFS is assigned a Lancaster Mk I, serial number ''W4113'' and given the squadron code LW-A. The Lancaster is armed with eight [[Browning_M1919#Browning_AN.2FM2|Browning .303 Mk II*]] machine guns, two in the nose turret, two in the dorsal turret, and four in the tail turret. The Luminous Witches' Lancaster is not fresh off the assembly line, but rather a war-weary Lancaster that has seen more than its share of combat missions. The bomber's interior gets a rather notable amount of screen time, serving as the setting for many scenes between concerts, and Grace is often seen manning the aircraft's wireless station.
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 [[File:LWRodman2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Fort Jay with Manhattan in the backdrop. The further of the two entrance gate Rodman guns is partially visible hiding behind some grass, while the closer seems mostly obscured. The three guns in the ravelin are out of view on the far side of the fort. (Ep.9)]]
 [[File:Fort_Jay_on_Governors_Island.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A photo of Fort Jay for reference. The three Rodman guns in the ravelin are easily seen, the larger centre one being the 15-inch, while the remaining two 10-inch guns sit either side of the main entrance. (Photo)]]

Alex T Snow: WIP PLEASE DO NOT TOUCH. Rodman gun and its own page done, just one last entry for this page to go.

2023-02-04T05:27:22Z

WIP PLEASE DO NOT TOUCH. Rodman gun and its own page done, just one last entry for this page to go.

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	==Ho-103==		==Ho-103==
	The [[Ho-103]] appears in the hands of Imperial Fuso Army witches Fumiyo Kawaguchi and Tomomi Nishisugi. Although the Ho-103 has seen in various manga, used by other Army witches such as Amaki Suwa (who appeared in ''Strike Witches'' and ''Strike Witches 2'', unarmed), this is the gun's first appearance in a ''Witches'' anime.		The [[Ho-103]] appears in the hands of Imperial Fuso Army witches Fumiyo Kawaguchi and Tomomi Nishisugi. Although the Ho-103 has been seen in various manga, used by other Army witches such as Amaki Suwa (who appeared in ''Strike Witches'' and ''Strike Witches 2'', unarmed), this is the gun's first appearance in a ''Witches'' anime.

	The witch version of the Ho-103 features an added pistol grip, off-hand grip, and ammo box, but is otherwise unmodified.		The witch version of the Ho-103 features an added pistol grip, off-hand grip, and ammo box, but is otherwise unmodified.
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	[[File:Browning.303.jpg\|thumb\|none\|400px\|Browning .303 Mk II* - .303 British]]		[[File:Browning.303.jpg\|thumb\|none\|400px\|Browning .303 Mk II* - .303 British]]
	[[File:LWBrowningMkII1.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Virginia Robertson and Inori Shibuya ~~fly~~ alongside their Lancaster in the opening credits, giving a good look at its dorsal turret. The Luminous Witches fly Harvard strikers, standard trainer for Commonwealth nations; its original Liberian designation is AT-6 Texan. (OP)]]		[[File:LWBrowningMkII1.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Virginia Robertson and Inori Shibuya form up alongside their Lancaster in the opening credits, giving a good look at its dorsal turret. The Luminous Witches fly Harvard strikers, standard trainer for Commonwealth nations; its original Liberian designation is AT-6 Texan. (OP)]]
	[[File:LWBrowningMkII2.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Silvie Cariello, Joanna Stafford, and Manaia Hato follow, the Lancaster Mk I's nose turret seen here. Manaia calls the Harvards nostalgic when they're first seen (sporting their iconic all-yellow paint scheme), prompting Jo to say she thought they were called Texans. (OP)]]		[[File:LWBrowningMkII2.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Silvie Cariello, Joanna Stafford, and Manaia Hato follow, the Lancaster Mk I's nose turret seen here. Manaia calls the Harvards nostalgic when they're first seen (sporting their iconic all-yellow paint scheme), prompting Jo to say she thought they were called Texans. (OP)]]
	[[File:LWBrowningMkII3.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|All nine Luminous Witches form up around the Lancaster. The first two letters of RAF squadron codes denote the squadron, the third for individual aircraft within that squadron; if the ~~Luminous Witches~~ had additional aircraft, they would be LW-B, LW-C, etc. (OP)]]		[[File:LWBrowningMkII3.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|All nine Luminous Witches form up around the Lancaster. The first two letters of RAF squadron codes denote the squadron, the third for individual aircraft within that squadron; if the 72nd JFS had additional aircraft, they would be LW-B, LW-C, etc. (OP)]]
	[[File:LWBrowningMkII4.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|The Lancaster Mk I sets off for Roma, skirting the edge of Gallian airspace and the large Neuroi hive that hangs over it, seen from a distance later in this scene. The rear quartet of Browning .303 Mk II*s can often look like just two, as each side's pair are mounted close together. (Ep.5)]]		[[File:LWBrowningMkII4.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|The Lancaster Mk I sets off for Roma, skirting the edge of Gallian airspace and the large Neuroi hive that hangs over it, seen from a distance later in this scene. The rear quartet of Browning .303 Mk II*s can often look like just two, as each side's pair are mounted close together. (Ep.5)]]
	[[File:LWBrowningMkII5.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Aira Linnamaa, Maria Dietrich, Inori Shibuya, Manaia Hato, Lyudmila Ruslanova, Eleonore Gassion, Virginia Robertson, Silvie Cariello, and Joanna Stafford arrive in Romagna, in this stitched shot. The nose Brownings are visible through the turret's plexiglass. (Ep.5)]]		[[File:LWBrowningMkII5.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Aira Linnamaa, Maria Dietrich, Inori Shibuya, Manaia Hato, Lyudmila Ruslanova, Eleonore Gassion, Virginia Robertson, Silvie Cariello, and Joanna Stafford arrive in Romagna, in this stitched shot. The nose Brownings are visible through the turret's plexiglass. (Ep.5)]]
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	During a compilation of most of the characters' assignments before joining the Aviation Magic Band, an airfield in Harwich, Essex is seen serving as the base for the Romagnan 56º Stormo, where Silvie Cariello (or in full, Silvana Adelaide di Carignano) was previously stationed. 56º Stormo being based in Harwich is a reference to the real world Corpo Aereo Italiano, which flew alongside the Luftwaffe during the Battle of Britain; Harwich and the nearby seaplane base RAF Felixstowe were frequent targets of the CAI.		During a compilation of most of the characters' assignments before joining the Aviation Magic Band, an airfield in Harwich, Essex is seen serving as the base for the Romagnan 56º Stormo, where Silvie Cariello (or in full, Silvana Adelaide di Carignano) was previously stationed. 56º Stormo being based in Harwich is a reference to the real world Corpo Aereo Italiano, which flew alongside the Luftwaffe during the Battle of Britain; Harwich and the nearby seaplane base RAF Felixstowe were frequent targets of the CAI.

	Several dozen Romagnan fighters are seen at the airbase, and though the specific model of aircraft is uncertain from this distance, due to its ubiquity they are certainly armed with [[Breda-SAFAT machine gun\|Breda-SAFAT machine guns]] chambered in 12.7mm. Given their proportionally short ~~wings~~ and long ~~tail~~ as well as an apparent upper wing, they may be C.R.42 Falco fighters. ~~Despite being a biplane~~ the C.R.42 was a very modern design, ~~entering service in 1939 and being~~ well-respected as a fighter during the early years of the war~~, and~~ was indeed flown by 56º Stormo during the Battle of Britain.		Several dozen Romagnan fighters are seen at the airbase, and though the specific model of aircraft is uncertain from this distance, due to its ubiquity they are certainly armed with [[Breda-SAFAT machine gun\|Breda-SAFAT machine guns]] chambered in 12.7mm. Given their proportionally short wingspan and long fuselage as well as an apparent upper wing, they may be C.R.42 Falco fighters. Entering service in 1939, the C.R.42 was a very modern design despite being a biplane, well-respected as a fighter during the early years of the war; the Falco was indeed flown by 56º Stormo during the Battle of Britain.

	[[File:12.7mmBreda-SAFAT.jpg\|thumb\|none\|400px\|Breda-SAFAT machine gun - 12.7x81mmSR]]		[[File:12.7mmBreda-SAFAT.jpg\|thumb\|none\|400px\|Breda-SAFAT machine gun - 12.7x81mmSR]]
	[[File:LWBreda-SAFAT1.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|The airbase in Harwich, with its probable C.R.42 Falcos. Although the Falco would be a bit dated by 1944, this itself fits with Silvie always being stationed away from frontline units due to her heritage. (Ep.1)]]		[[File:LWBreda-SAFAT1.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|The airbase in Harwich, with its probable C.R.42 Falcos. Although the Falco would be a bit dated by 1944, this itself fits with Silvie always being stationed away from frontline units due to her heritage. (Ep.1)]]

			==Rodman Model 1861==
			The final concert of the world tour is held at Fort Jay, a coastal bastion on Governors Island in New York Harbor, built at the turn of the 19th century. Being by this point a historic landmark rather than a legitimate military fortification, Fort Jay retains just five of its [[Rodman Model 1861]] cannons, specifically one 15-inch and four 10-inch guns. After a photo of the fort is shown to the group by Grace, Maria Dietrich gives a brief explanation of Fort Jay, mentioning it has a history going back well over one-hundred years (in 1944). The five preserved Rodman guns at Fort Jay are still present there in the real world today.

			[[File:10-inch_Rodman_Model_1861_at_Fort_Jay.jpg\|thumb\|none\|400px\|10-inch Rodman Model 1861]]
			[[File:LWRodman1.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Grace provides an aerial photo of Fort Jay; although a bit grainy, all five Rodman guns can be seen here. The 15-inch gun and two of the 10-inch guns are mounted in the north ravelin, facing Manhattan. The two other 10-inch guns are mounted either side of the east entrance gate. (Ep.9)]]
			[[File:LWRodman2.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Fort Jay with Manhattan in the backdrop. The further of the two entrance gate Rodman guns is partially visible hiding behind some grass, while the closer seems mostly obscured. The three guns in the ravelin are out of view on the far side of the fort. (Ep.9)]]
			[[File:Fort_Jay_on_Governors_Island.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|A photo of Fort Jay for reference. The three Rodman guns in the ravelin are easily seen, the larger centre one being the 15-inch, while the remaining two 10-inch guns sit either side of the main entrance. (Photo)]]

Alex T Snow: WIP PLEASE DO NOT TOUCH. That's the aircraft entries, just two sections to go

2023-02-02T02:26:49Z

WIP PLEASE DO NOT TOUCH. That's the aircraft entries, just two sections to go

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	==Degtyaryov DP-27==		==Degtyaryov DP-27==
	Future Luminous Witches member Lyudmila ~~Andreyevna~~ "Milasha" Ruslanova and other Orussian witches are armed with [[Degtyaryov DP Series Machine Gun#Degtyaryov DP-27/DP-28\|DP-27]]s in a flashback. It's also standard issue for Free Gallian witches serving on the Eastern Front, such as Rosalie de La Poype of the 503rd Joint Fighter Wing. This marks the animated debut of the Typhoon Witches, which leaves the 505th Joint Fighter Wing as the last of the eight JFWs to not have an anime appearance thus far; the Mirage Witches feature prominently in the ''Contrail of Witches'' manga.		Future Luminous Witches member Lyudmila "Milasha" Ruslanova and other Orussian witches are armed with [[Degtyaryov DP Series Machine Gun#Degtyaryov DP-27/DP-28\|DP-27]]s in a flashback. It's also standard issue for Free Gallian witches serving on the Eastern Front, such as Rosalie de La Poype of the 503rd Joint Fighter Wing. This marks the animated debut of the Typhoon Witches, which leaves the 505th Joint Fighter Wing as the last of the eight JFWs to not have an anime appearance thus far; the Mirage Witches feature prominently in the ''Contrail of Witches'' manga.

	[[Image:DP-28.jpg\|thumb\|400px\|none\|Degtyaryov DP-27 - 7.62x54mmR]]		[[Image:DP-28.jpg\|thumb\|400px\|none\|Degtyaryov DP-27 - 7.62x54mmR]]
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	==MG 42==		==MG 42==
	The witch-version [[MG42\|MG 42]], redesigned to use Patronentrommel 34 drum magazines, is held by future Luminous Witches member Aira ~~Paivikki~~ Linnamaa in another flashback. This flashback was originally captioned as taking place in 1941, which would make the MG 42 anachronistic, however the BD release corrected this to 1942. This correction is further reinforced by official artwork that depicts Aira using a [[Suomi KP/-31\|KP/-31]] before this, standard among Suomus witches prior to the MG 42.		The witch-version [[MG42\|MG 42]], redesigned to use Patronentrommel 34 drum magazines, is held by future Luminous Witches member Aira Linnamaa in another flashback. This flashback was originally captioned as taking place in 1941, which would make the MG 42 anachronistic, however the BD release corrected this to 1942. This correction is further reinforced by official artwork that depicts Aira using a [[Suomi KP/-31\|KP/-31]] before this, standard among Suomus witches prior to the MG 42. While the other eight performers are inspired by period singers rather than pilots, Aira is based on a pilot (Aarre Linnamaa) due to her combat experience.

	MG 42s are also used by Alexandra Şerbănescu and Ottilie Kittel of the Typhoon Witches, while another is seen in the hands of Yoshika Miyafuji in a scene that parallels the sixth episode of ''Strike Witches''.		MG 42s are also used by Alexandra Şerbănescu and Ottilie Kittel of the Typhoon Witches, while another is seen in the hands of Yoshika Miyafuji in a scene that parallels the sixth episode of ''Strike Witches''.
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	==Ho-103==		==Ho-103==
	The [[Ho-103]] appears in the hands of Imperial Fuso Army witches Fumiyo Kawaguchi and Tomomi Nishisugi. Although the Ho-103 has ~~been~~ used by Army witches ~~in various manga,~~ such as Amaki Suwa (who appeared in ''Strike Witches'' and ''Strike Witches 2'', unarmed), this is the gun's first appearance in a ''Witches'' anime.		The [[Ho-103]] appears in the hands of Imperial Fuso Army witches Fumiyo Kawaguchi and Tomomi Nishisugi. Although the Ho-103 has seen in various manga, used by other Army witches such as Amaki Suwa (who appeared in ''Strike Witches'' and ''Strike Witches 2'', unarmed), this is the gun's first appearance in a ''Witches'' anime.

	The witch version of the Ho-103 features an added pistol grip, off-hand grip, and ammo box, but is otherwise unmodified.		The witch version of the Ho-103 features an added pistol grip, off-hand grip, and ammo box, but is otherwise unmodified.
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	[[Image:LWHo1033.jpg\|600px\|thumb\|none\|As the Neuroi is spotted Fumiyo pulls her Ho-103 on target, giving a good look at the underside of the gun, including its added grips for use by witches. (Ep.7)]]		[[Image:LWHo1033.jpg\|600px\|thumb\|none\|As the Neuroi is spotted Fumiyo pulls her Ho-103 on target, giving a good look at the underside of the gun, including its added grips for use by witches. (Ep.7)]]
	[[Image:LWHo1034.jpg\|600px\|thumb\|none\|Fumiyo prepares to open fire with her Ho-103. This miko-style uniform is worn by many IFA witches. (Ep.7)]]		[[Image:LWHo1034.jpg\|600px\|thumb\|none\|Fumiyo prepares to open fire with her Ho-103. This miko-style uniform is worn by many IFA witches. (Ep.7)]]
	[[Image:LWHo1035.jpg\|600px\|thumb\|none\|Night witch Tomomi Nishisugi patrols the peaceful Fuso skies with her Ho-103 and Ki-43 striker; Fumiyo also flies a Ki-43. (Ep.12)]]		[[Image:LWHo1035.jpg\|600px\|thumb\|none\|Night witch Tomomi Nishisugi patrols the peaceful Fuso skies with her Ho-103 and Ki-43 Hayabusa striker; Fumiyo also flies a Ki-43. (Ep.12)]]
	[[Image:LWHo1036.jpg\|600px\|thumb\|none\|Tomomi uses her night witch antenna to amplify and rebroadcast the Luminous Witches' performance. The night witches' ability to communicate with each other over extreme distances serves them well, as their solitary patrols would otherwise be a rather lonely affair. (Ep.12)]]		[[Image:LWHo1036.jpg\|600px\|thumb\|none\|Tomomi uses her night witch antenna to amplify and rebroadcast the Luminous Witches' performance. The night witches' ability to communicate with each other over extreme distances serves them well, as their solitary patrols would otherwise be a rather lonely affair. (Ep.12)]]

	==MG 131==		==MG 131==
	Waltraud Nowotny of the 503rd JFW is briefly seen flying alongside her squadron members, presumably armed with the [[MG 131]] that she's known to use. Waltraud and the remaining 503rd members not seen in combat (Bronislava Safonov, Huberta von Bonin, and Galina Kostylev) all receive a proper cameo in the final episode.		Waltraud Nowotny of the 503rd JFW is briefly seen flying alongside her fellow squadron members, presumably armed with the [[MG 131]] that she's known to use. Waltraud and the remaining 503rd members not seen in combat (Bronislava Safonov, Huberta von Bonin, and Galina Kostylev) all receive a proper cameo in the final episode.

	[[File:MG_131.jpg\|thumb\|none\|400px\|MG 131 - 13x64mmB]]		[[File:MG_131.jpg\|thumb\|none\|400px\|MG 131 - 13x64mmB]]
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	[[Image:LWFH1.jpg\|600px\|thumb\|none\|Sanya on patrol over Petersburg with her Fliegerhammer. Consistent with ''Brave Witches'', she's still flying a MiG-60 striker. (Ep.12)]]		[[Image:LWFH1.jpg\|600px\|thumb\|none\|Sanya on patrol over Petersburg with her Fliegerhammer. Consistent with ''Brave Witches'', she's still flying a MiG-60 striker. (Ep.12)]]
	[[Image:LWFH2.jpg\|600px\|thumb\|none\|Surprised to hear music on her solitary night flight, Sanya joins her fellow night witches in broadcasting the concert around the world. (Ep.12)]]		[[Image:LWFH2.jpg\|600px\|thumb\|none\|Surprised to hear music on her solitary night flight, Sanya joins her fellow night witches in broadcasting the concert around the world. (Ep.12)]]

			=Britannian propaganda poster=
			One of many propaganda posters in London features a stylized depiction of a Britannian witch and her rifle. The gun is difficult to identify due to its simplified nature, but it bears resemblance to the [[M1 Carbine]]. Given that the witch is clearly based on Mio Sakamoto (though not in an in-universe sense) it may instead be the Fuso witches' Type 99.

			[[File:LWpropaganda1.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|A stitched shot of the poster, its Britannian witch proudly defending her homeland. (Ep.1)]]
			[[File:LWpropaganda2.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|''"The present you is a future figure of all the witches who follow after you."'' Felicia Louisa Gresley, an aristocrat of sorts, gives advice to Grace Steward after seeing promise in her plans. (Ep.1)]]

			=Vehicle-Mounted Weapons=
			==Browning .303 Mk II*==
			For their world tour the 72nd JFS is assigned a Lancaster Mk I, serial number ''W4113'' and given the squadron code LW-A. The Lancaster is armed with eight [[Browning_M1919#Browning_AN.2FM2\|Browning .303 Mk II*]] machine guns, two in the nose turret, two in the dorsal turret, and four in the tail turret. The Luminous Witches' Lancaster is not fresh off the assembly line, but rather a war-weary Lancaster that has seen more than its share of combat missions. The bomber's interior gets a rather notable amount of screen time, serving as the setting for many scenes between concerts, and Grace is often seen manning the aircraft's wireless station.

			In reality, Lancaster ''W4113'' served with No. 1661 Heavy Conversion Unit RAF and bore the squadron code GP-J, while "LW" was the squadron code for No. 318 (Polish) Squadron RAF.

			[[File:Browning.303.jpg\|thumb\|none\|400px\|Browning .303 Mk II* - .303 British]]
			[[File:LWBrowningMkII1.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Virginia Robertson and Inori Shibuya fly alongside their Lancaster in the opening credits, giving a good look at its dorsal turret. The Luminous Witches fly Harvard strikers, standard trainer for Commonwealth nations; its original Liberian designation is AT-6 Texan. (OP)]]
			[[File:LWBrowningMkII2.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Silvie Cariello, Joanna Stafford, and Manaia Hato follow, the Lancaster Mk I's nose turret seen here. Manaia calls the Harvards nostalgic when they're first seen (sporting their iconic all-yellow paint scheme), prompting Jo to say she thought they were called Texans. (OP)]]
			[[File:LWBrowningMkII3.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|All nine Luminous Witches form up around the Lancaster. The first two letters of RAF squadron codes denote the squadron, the third for individual aircraft within that squadron; if the Luminous Witches had additional aircraft, they would be LW-B, LW-C, etc. (OP)]]
			[[File:LWBrowningMkII4.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|The Lancaster Mk I sets off for Roma, skirting the edge of Gallian airspace and the large Neuroi hive that hangs over it, seen from a distance later in this scene. The rear quartet of Browning .303 Mk II*s can often look like just two, as each side's pair are mounted close together. (Ep.5)]]
			[[File:LWBrowningMkII5.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Aira Linnamaa, Maria Dietrich, Inori Shibuya, Manaia Hato, Lyudmila Ruslanova, Eleonore Gassion, Virginia Robertson, Silvie Cariello, and Joanna Stafford arrive in Romagna, in this stitched shot. The nose Brownings are visible through the turret's plexiglass. (Ep.5)]]
			[[File:LWBrowningMkII6.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|The bomber departs Roma, onward to Napoli and a dozen other concerts throughout the Mediterranean, Orussia, and Fuso. (Ep.5)]]
			[[File:LWBrowningMkII7.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Inori's grandmother waves as they leave Fuso, heading across the Pacific to Liberion. They would have refuelled in Orussia, Alaska, and/or Faraway Land, as a direct route is twice the Lancaster's range. (Ep.8)]]
			[[File:LWBrowningMkII8.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|A magnificent stitched shot of the Lancaster and its passengers arriving in New York, its Browning .303s again visible inside their turrets. Specifically, this appears to be Newark Metropolitan Airport, with Manhattan and the Brooklyn Bridge to the right. (Ep.9)]]
			[[File:LWBrowningMkII9.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|The 72nd Joint Fighter Squadron returns home to RAF Heston. The design of RAF Heston's gate and sign appear to be inspired by those of RAF Scampton, long time home of the real world Red Arrows, who are similarly a nine-member team flying the then-current primary trainer aircraft painted red. (Ep.10)]]
			[[File:LWBrowningMkII10.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|The Lancaster Mk I sits in its hangar at RAF Heston as Eleonore walks over alone, having mixed feelings about the band's upcoming performance in recently-liberated Paris. (Ep.10)]]
			[[File:Lancaster_B_Mk_I_-_W4113_-_GP-J.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|A photo of the real Lancaster Mk I ''W4113'', as GP-J. (Photo)]]

			==Breda-SAFAT 12.7mm machine gun==
			During a compilation of most of the characters' assignments before joining the Aviation Magic Band, an airfield in Harwich, Essex is seen serving as the base for the Romagnan 56º Stormo, where Silvie Cariello (or in full, Silvana Adelaide di Carignano) was previously stationed. 56º Stormo being based in Harwich is a reference to the real world Corpo Aereo Italiano, which flew alongside the Luftwaffe during the Battle of Britain; Harwich and the nearby seaplane base RAF Felixstowe were frequent targets of the CAI.

			Several dozen Romagnan fighters are seen at the airbase, and though the specific model of aircraft is uncertain from this distance, due to its ubiquity they are certainly armed with [[Breda-SAFAT machine gun\|Breda-SAFAT machine guns]] chambered in 12.7mm. Given their proportionally short wings and long tail as well as an apparent upper wing, they may be C.R.42 Falco fighters. Despite being a biplane the C.R.42 was a very modern design, entering service in 1939 and being well-respected as a fighter during the early years of the war, and was indeed flown by 56º Stormo during the Battle of Britain.

			[[File:12.7mmBreda-SAFAT.jpg\|thumb\|none\|400px\|Breda-SAFAT machine gun - 12.7x81mmSR]]
			[[File:LWBreda-SAFAT1.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|The airbase in Harwich, with its probable C.R.42 Falcos. Although the Falco would be a bit dated by 1944, this itself fits with Silvie always being stationed away from frontline units due to her heritage. (Ep.1)]]

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 [[Image:LWDP271.jpg|600px|thumb|none|The barrel of Lyudmila Ruslanova's DP-27 smoking after she manages to hit everything ''except'' the target at the firing range. Milasha's bemused, unimpressed, and/or surprised squadmates all have DP-27s as well. (Ep.1)]]
 [[Image:LWDP272.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Rosalie fires her Degtyaryov at a "singing" Neuroi, giving a close look at its rear sight. (Ep.7)]]
-[[Image:LWDP273.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Ottilie Kittel, Alexandra Şerbănescu, Fumiyo Kawaguchi, and Rosalie de la Poype above the clouds at sunrise, shortly after destroying the Neuroi. Ottilie flies a Fw 190 D-9 striker. (Ep.7)]]
+[[Image:LWDP273.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Ottilie Kittel, Alexandra Şerbănescu, Fumiyo Kawaguchi, and Rosalie de La Poype above the clouds at sunrise, shortly after destroying the Neuroi. Ottilie flies a Fw 190 D-9 striker. (Ep.7)]]
-[[Image:LWDP274.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Rosalie with her DP-27 and VG.39 bis striker in the foreground, as the Typhoon Witches wonder if the mysterious voice that pointed them in the direction of the Neuroi was a night witch. (Ep.7)]]
+[[Image:LWDP274.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Rosalie with her DP-27 and VG.39bis striker in the foreground, as the Typhoon Witches wonder if the mysterious voice that pointed them in the direction of the Neuroi was a night witch. (Ep.7)]]
 ==MG 42==
-The witch-version [[MG42|MG 42]], redesigned to use Patronentrommel 34 drum magazines, is held by future Luminous Witches member Aira Paivikki Linnamaa in another flashback. This flashback was originally captioned as taking place in 1941, which would make the MG 42 anachronistic, however the BD release corrected this to 1942. This correction is further reinforced by official artwork that depicts Aira using a [[Suomi KP/-31|KP/-31]] before this, standard among Suomus witches prior to the MG 42. MG 42s are also used by Alexandra Şerbănescu and Ottilie Kittel of the Typhoon Witches, while another is seen in the hands of Yoshika Miyafuji in a scene that parallels the sixth episode of ''Strike Witches''.
+The witch-version [[MG42|MG 42]], redesigned to use Patronentrommel 34 drum magazines, is held by future Luminous Witches member Aira Paivikki Linnamaa in another flashback. This flashback was originally captioned as taking place in 1941, which would make the MG 42 anachronistic, however the BD release corrected this to 1942. This correction is further reinforced by official artwork that depicts Aira using a [[Suomi KP/-31|KP/-31]] before this, standard among Suomus witches prior to the MG 42.
 [[File:MG42 Left.jpg|thumb|none|400px|MG 42 - 7.92x57mm Mauser]]
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 ==Ho-103==
-The [[Ho-103]] appears in the hands of Imperial Fuso Army witches Fumiyo Kawaguchi and Tomomi Nishisugi. Although the Ho-103 has been used by Army witches in various manga, such as Amaki Suwa (who appeared in ''Strike Witches'' and ''Strike Witches 2'', though unarmed), this is the gun's first appearance in a ''Witches'' anime. It features an added pistol grip, off-hand grip, and ammo box, but is otherwise unmodified.
+The [[Ho-103]] appears in the hands of Imperial Fuso Army witches Fumiyo Kawaguchi and Tomomi Nishisugi. Although the Ho-103 has been used by Army witches in various manga, such as Amaki Suwa (who appeared in ''Strike Witches'' and ''Strike Witches 2'', unarmed), this is the gun's first appearance in a ''Witches'' anime.
 [[File:Ho103mg.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Ho-103 - 12.7x81mmSR]]
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 [[Image:LWHo1035.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Night witch Tomomi Nishisugi patrols the peaceful Fuso skies with her Ho-103 and Ki-43 striker; Fumiyo also flies a Ki-43. (Ep.12)]]
 [[Image:LWHo1036.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Tomomi uses her night witch antenna to amplify and rebroadcast the Luminous Witches' performance. The night witches' ability to communicate with each other over extreme distances serves them well, as their solitary patrols would otherwise be a rather lonely affair. (Ep.12)]]

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 Five long years after the Neuroi invaded Europe, with setback after setback and loss after loss, humanity's morale is at an all-time low. Determined to continue doing what she can, retired witch Grace Steward has been attempting to get more funding and resources for the Aviation Magic Band, but is making little progress with the disinterested League of Nations Air Force brass. Not willing to give up on her desire to bring some measure of happiness to the war-weary public, Grace sets out to recruit more members for the Band, which will ultimately number nine in addition to herself; the 72nd Joint Fighter Squadron soon earns the name Luminous Witches, and sets out on a world tour.
-With a roster of witches who, for a variety of reasons are unable to serve on the frontlines, ''Luminous Witches'' is not as combat-focused as other elements of the ''World Witches'' universe. Instead, the 72nd JFS is effectively a combination of air demonstration squadron (akin to the more modern Red Arrows, Blue Angels, or Snowbirds) and [[Captain America: The First Avenger|USO Tour]], entertaining civilian and military audiences alike with aerobatics and music. The story begins in March of 1944 as Virginia Robertson makes her way to London from her home in rural Scotland, having until then lived a simple farming life without real appreciation for her talents as a witch. The Luminous Witches visit many locations not previously featured in the ''Witches'' universe, and encounter many new and established characters during their mission to spread happiness through the power of music. For a world map featuring the Luminous Witches' world tour route, see the [[Talk:Luminous Witches#Luminous Witches World Tour|Talk Page]].
+With a roster of witches who, for a variety of reasons are unable to serve on the frontlines, ''Luminous Witches'' is not as combat-focused as other elements of the ''World Witches'' universe. Instead, the 72nd JFS is effectively a combination of air demonstration squadron (akin to the more modern Red Arrows, Blue Angels, or Snowbirds) and [[Captain America: The First Avenger|USO Tour]], entertaining civilian and military audiences alike with aerobatics and music. The story begins in March, 1944 as Virginia "Ginny" Robertson makes her way to London from her home in rural Scotland, having until then lived a simple farming life without real appreciation for her talents as a witch. The Luminous Witches visit many locations not before seen in the ''Witches'' universe, and encounter many new and established characters during their mission to spread happiness through the power of music. For a world map featuring the Luminous Witches' world tour route, see the [[Talk:Luminous Witches#Luminous Witches World Tour|Talk Page]].
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 [[Image:BAR.jpg|thumb|400px|none|Browning M1918A2 - .30-06 Springfield]]
 [[Image:Strike Witches design M1918A2.jpg|thumb|400px|none|M1918A2 design artwork]]
-[[Image:LWBAR1.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Grace surveys the beach at Dunkirk, her BAR's flip-up rear sight visible. (Ep.1)]]
+[[Image:LWBAR1.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Grace surveys the beach at Dunkirk, her M1918A2's flip-up rear sight visible. (Ep.1)]]
 [[Image:LWBAR2.jpg|600px|thumb|none|As Neuroi beams cut through the sky, Grace evades in her P-40B Warhawk striker. (Ep.1)]]
 [[Image:LWBAR3.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Grace fires back at the geometric invaders, her BAR raining shell casings all around. (Ep.1)]]
-[[Image:LWBAR4.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Captain Steward's blue-eyed wingman fires her own BAR, giving an excellent look at its receiver. (Ep.1)]]
+[[Image:LWBAR4.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Captain Steward's blue-eyed wingman fires her own M1918, giving an excellent look at its receiver. (Ep.1)]]
 [[Image:LWBAR5.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Her purple-eyed wingman returns fire as well. Grace's two wingmen are unfortunately not named, rather unusual for a series with as many characters as ''World Witches''. (Ep.1)]]
-[[Image:LWBAR6.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Several Neuroi explode into fragments as the trio maintains formation. (Ep.1)]]
+[[Image:LWBAR6.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Several Neuroi explode into fragments as the trio attempts to thin their numbers. (Ep.1)]]
-[[Image:LWBAR7.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Another look at the BAR's receiver and rear sight, as Grace orders them to turn for home. (Ep.1)]]
+[[Image:LWBAR7.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Another look at the M1918A2's receiver and rear sight, as Grace orders them to turn for home. (Ep.1)]]
 [[Image:LWBAR8.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Her wingmen dejected, Grace promises they'll return to cover the evacuation as many times as possible, until every last soldier is safely out of Gallia. (Ep.1)]]
 [[Image:LWBAR9.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Grace's BAR spits fire, its rifling visible in this close-up. (Ep.1)]]
 [[Image:LWBAR10.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Shards of one more Neuroi falling past, Grace's BAR clicks empty, and the witches head for Britannia. (Ep.1)]]

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	Five long years after the Neuroi invaded Europe, with setback after setback and loss after loss, humanity's morale is at an all-time low. Determined to continue doing what she can, retired witch Grace Steward has been attempting to get more funding and resources for the Aviation Magic Band, but is making little progress with the disinterested League of Nations Air Force brass. Not willing to give up on her desire to bring some measure of happiness to the war-weary public, Grace sets out to recruit more members for the Band, which will ultimately number nine in addition to herself; the 72nd Joint Fighter Squadron soon earns the name Luminous Witches, and sets out on a world tour.		Five long years after the Neuroi invaded Europe, with setback after setback and loss after loss, humanity's morale is at an all-time low. Determined to continue doing what she can, retired witch Grace Steward has been attempting to get more funding and resources for the Aviation Magic Band, but is making little progress with the disinterested League of Nations Air Force brass. Not willing to give up on her desire to bring some measure of happiness to the war-weary public, Grace sets out to recruit more members for the Band, which will ultimately number nine in addition to herself; the 72nd Joint Fighter Squadron soon earns the name Luminous Witches, and sets out on a world tour.

	With a roster of witches who, for a variety of reasons are unable to serve on the frontlines, ''Luminous Witches'' is not as combat-focused as other ~~elements of~~ the ''World Witches'' universe. Instead, the 72nd JFS is effectively a combination of air demonstration squadron (akin to the more modern Red Arrows, Blue Angels, or Snowbirds) and [[Captain America: The First Avenger\|USO Tour]], entertaining civilian and military audiences alike with aerobatics and music. The story begins in March, 1944 as Virginia "Ginny" Robertson makes her way to London from her home in rural Scotland, having until then lived a simple farming life without real appreciation for her talents as a witch. The Luminous Witches visit many locations not before seen in the ''Witches'' universe, and encounter many new and established characters during their mission to spread happiness through the power of music. For a world map featuring the Luminous Witches' world tour route, see the [[Talk:Luminous Witches#Luminous Witches World Tour\|Talk Page]].		With a roster of witches who, for a variety of reasons are unable to serve on the frontlines, ''Luminous Witches'' is not as combat-focused as other stories in the ''World Witches'' universe. Instead, the 72nd JFS is effectively a combination of air demonstration squadron (akin to the more modern Red Arrows, Blue Angels, or Snowbirds) and [[Captain America: The First Avenger\|USO Tour]], entertaining civilian and military audiences alike with aerobatics and music. The story begins in March, 1944 as Virginia "Ginny" Robertson makes her way to London from her home in rural Scotland, having until then lived a simple farming life without real appreciation for her talents as a witch. The Luminous Witches visit many locations not before seen in the ''Witches'' universe, and encounter many new and established characters during their mission to spread happiness through the power of music. For a world map featuring the Luminous Witches' world tour route, see the [[Talk:Luminous Witches#Luminous Witches World Tour\|Talk Page]].


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	[[Image:DP-28.jpg\|thumb\|400px\|none\|Degtyaryov DP-27 - 7.62x54mmR]]		[[Image:DP-28.jpg\|thumb\|400px\|none\|Degtyaryov DP-27 - 7.62x54mmR]]
	[[Image:LWDP271.jpg\|600px\|thumb\|none\|The barrel of Lyudmila Ruslanova's DP-27 smoking after she manages to hit everything ''except'' the target at the firing range. Milasha's bemused, unimpressed, and/or surprised squadmates all have DP-27s as well. (Ep.1)]]		[[Image:LWDP271.jpg\|600px\|thumb\|none\|The barrel of Lyudmila Ruslanova's DP-27 smoking after she manages to hit everything ''except'' the target at the firing range. Milasha's bemused, unimpressed, and/or surprised squadmates all have DP-27s as well. (Ep.1)]]
	[[Image:LWDP272.jpg\|600px\|thumb\|none\|Rosalie fires her Degtyaryov at a "singing" Neuroi, ~~giving a close look at~~ its rear sight. (Ep.7)]]		[[Image:LWDP272.jpg\|600px\|thumb\|none\|Rosalie fires her Degtyaryov at a "singing" Neuroi, its rear sight set to 200 metres. (Ep.7)]]
	[[Image:LWDP273.jpg\|600px\|thumb\|none\|Ottilie Kittel, Alexandra Şerbănescu, Fumiyo Kawaguchi, and Rosalie de La Poype above the clouds at sunrise, shortly after destroying the Neuroi. Ottilie flies a Fw 190 D-9 striker. (Ep.7)]]		[[Image:LWDP273.jpg\|600px\|thumb\|none\|Ottilie Kittel, Alexandra Şerbănescu, Fumiyo Kawaguchi, and Rosalie de La Poype above the clouds at sunrise, shortly after destroying the Neuroi. Ottilie flies a Fw 190 D-9 striker. (Ep.7)]]
	[[Image:LWDP274.jpg\|600px\|thumb\|none\|Rosalie with her DP-27 and VG.39bis striker in the foreground, as the Typhoon Witches wonder if the mysterious voice that pointed them in the direction of the Neuroi was a night witch. (Ep.7)]]		[[Image:LWDP274.jpg\|600px\|thumb\|none\|Rosalie with her DP-27 and VG.39bis striker in the foreground, as the Typhoon Witches wonder if the mysterious voice that pointed them in the direction of the Neuroi was a night witch. (Ep.7)]]
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	[[File:MG42 Left.jpg\|thumb\|none\|400px\|MG 42 - 7.92x57mm Mauser]]		[[File:MG42 Left.jpg\|thumb\|none\|400px\|MG 42 - 7.92x57mm Mauser]]
	[[File:Strike Witches design MG 42.jpg\|thumb\|none\|400px\|MG 42 design artwork; the text at top-left describes ~~the~~ operation of the magazine release, comparing it to ~~pulling~~ the tab on an aluminum drink can]]		[[File:Strike Witches design MG 42.jpg\|thumb\|none\|400px\|MG 42 design artwork; the text at top-left describes operation of the magazine release, comparing it to the tab on an aluminum drink can]]
	[[Image:LWMG421.jpg\|600px\|thumb\|none\|Recovering from a traumatic injury in 1942, Aira Linnamaa attempts to lift an unloaded MG 42. (Ep.3)]]		[[Image:LWMG421.jpg\|600px\|thumb\|none\|Recovering from a traumatic injury in 1942, Aira Linnamaa attempts to lift an unloaded MG 42. (Ep.3)]]
	[[Image:LWMG422.jpg\|600px\|thumb\|none\|A close-up of the MG 42's pistol grip, as well as Aira's bandaged hands. (Ep.3)]]		[[Image:LWMG422.jpg\|600px\|thumb\|none\|A close-up of the MG 42's pistol grip, as well as Aira's bandaged hands. (Ep.3)]]
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	[[File:LWBrowningMkII2.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Silvie Cariello, Joanna Stafford, and Manaia Hato follow, the Lancaster Mk I's nose turret seen here. Manaia calls the Harvards nostalgic when they're first seen (sporting their iconic all-yellow paint scheme), prompting Jo to say she thought they were called Texans. (OP)]]		[[File:LWBrowningMkII2.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Silvie Cariello, Joanna Stafford, and Manaia Hato follow, the Lancaster Mk I's nose turret seen here. Manaia calls the Harvards nostalgic when they're first seen (sporting their iconic all-yellow paint scheme), prompting Jo to say she thought they were called Texans. (OP)]]
	[[File:LWBrowningMkII3.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|All nine Luminous Witches form up around the Lancaster. The first two letters of RAF squadron codes denote the squadron, the third for individual aircraft within that squadron; if the 72nd JFS had additional aircraft, they would be LW-B, LW-C, etc. (OP)]]		[[File:LWBrowningMkII3.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|All nine Luminous Witches form up around the Lancaster. The first two letters of RAF squadron codes denote the squadron, the third for individual aircraft within that squadron; if the 72nd JFS had additional aircraft, they would be LW-B, LW-C, etc. (OP)]]
	[[File:LWBrowningMkII4.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|The Lancaster Mk I sets off for Roma, skirting the edge of Gallian airspace and the large Neuroi hive that ~~hangs~~ over it, seen from a distance later in this scene. The rear quartet of Browning .303 Mk II*s can often look like just two, as each side's pair are mounted close together. (Ep.5)]]		[[File:LWBrowningMkII4.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|The Lancaster Mk I sets off for Roma, skirting the edge of Gallian airspace and the large Neuroi hive that looms over it, seen from a distance later in this scene. The rear quartet of Browning .303 Mk II*s can often look like just two, as each side's pair are mounted close together. (Ep.5)]]
	[[File:LWBrowningMkII5.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Aira Linnamaa, Maria Dietrich, Inori Shibuya, Manaia Hato, Lyudmila Ruslanova, Eleonore Gassion, Virginia Robertson, Silvie Cariello, and Joanna Stafford arrive in Romagna, in this stitched shot. The nose Brownings are visible through the turret's plexiglass. (Ep.5)]]		[[File:LWBrowningMkII5.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Aira Linnamaa, Maria Dietrich, Inori Shibuya, Manaia Hato, Lyudmila Ruslanova, Eleonore Gassion, Virginia Robertson, Silvie Cariello, and Joanna Stafford arrive in Romagna, in this stitched shot. The nose Brownings are visible through the turret's plexiglass. (Ep.5)]]
	[[File:LWBrowningMkII6.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|The bomber departs Roma, onward to Napoli and a dozen other concerts throughout the Mediterranean, Orussia, and Fuso. (Ep.5)]]		[[File:LWBrowningMkII6.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|The bomber departs Roma, onward to Napoli and a dozen other concerts throughout the Mediterranean, Orussia, and Fuso. (Ep.5)]]
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	[[File:10-inch_Rodman_Model_1861_at_Fort_Jay.jpg\|thumb\|none\|400px\|Rodman Model 1861 - 10-inch]]		[[File:10-inch_Rodman_Model_1861_at_Fort_Jay.jpg\|thumb\|none\|400px\|Rodman Model 1861 - 10-inch]]
	[[File:LWRodman1.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Grace provides an aerial photo of Fort Jay; although a bit grainy, all five Rodman guns can be seen here. The 15-inch gun and two of the 10-inch guns are mounted in the north ravelin, facing Manhattan. The two other 10-inch guns are mounted either side of the east entrance gate. (Ep.9)]]		[[File:LWRodman1.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Grace provides an aerial photo of Fort Jay; although a bit grainy, all five Rodman guns can be seen here. The 15-inch gun and two of the 10-inch guns are mounted in the north ravelin, facing Manhattan. The two other 10-inch guns are mounted either side of the east entrance gate. (Ep.9)]]
	[[File:LWRodman2.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Fort Jay with Manhattan in the ~~backdrop~~. The further of the two entrance gate Rodman guns is partially visible hiding behind some grass, while the closer seems mostly obscured. The three guns in the ravelin are out of view on the far side of the fort. (Ep.9)]]		[[File:LWRodman2.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Fort Jay, with Manhattan in the distance. The further of the two entrance gate Rodman guns is partially visible hiding behind some grass, while the closer seems mostly obscured. The three guns in the ravelin are out of view on the far side of the fort. (Ep.9)]]
	[[File:Fort_Jay_on_Governors_Island.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|A photo of Fort Jay for reference. The three Rodman guns in the ravelin are easily seen, the larger centre one being the 15-inch, while the remaining two 10-inch guns sit either side of the main entrance. (Photo)]]		[[File:Fort_Jay_on_Governors_Island.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|A photo of Fort Jay for reference. The three Rodman guns in the ravelin are easily seen, the larger centre one being the 15-inch, while the remaining two 10-inch guns sit either side of the main entrance. (Photo)]]

	==Naval Weapons==		==Naval Weapons==
	Only one armed military ship appears this season, the Liberian ''Sangamon''-class escort carrier USS ''Santee'', seen shortly after arriving at Portsmouth ~~Naval Base~~. She is armed with two 5"/51 Mark 15 cannons for some degree of anti-surface protection, along with four twin [[Bofors 40mm\|40mm/56 Mark 1 and Mark 2]] autocannons (Mark 1 being the left-hand gun in the pair, Mark 2 the right~~-hand gun~~) and twelve [[Oerlikon 20mm Cannon\|20mm/70 Mark 4]] autocannons for a much more potent anti-air screen. ''Santee'' is home to VF-26, Joanna Stafford's then-current squadron~~. Jo suffers from severe sea sickness, not especially helpful for a witch of the USN, and much to the exasperation of her unnamed blonde squadmate~~.		Only one armed military ship appears this season, the Liberian ''Sangamon''-class escort carrier USS ''Santee'', seen shortly after arriving at Portsmouth Royal Dockyard. She is armed with two 5"/51 Mark 15 cannons for some degree of anti-surface protection, along with four twin [[Bofors 40mm\|40mm/56 Mark 1 and Mark 2]] autocannons (Mark 1 being the left-hand gun in the pair, Mark 2 the right) and twelve [[Oerlikon 20mm Cannon\|20mm/70 Mark 4]] autocannons for a much more potent anti-air screen. ''Santee'' is home to VF-26, Joanna Stafford's then-current squadron.

	[[File:LWN1.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|USS ''Santee'' in Portsmouth. One of the twin Bofors mounts overhangs the stern, a 5"/51 is mounted just forward of this about halfway up the hull, six Oerlikons sit amidships along the flight deck, with the other twin Bofors forward of the bridge at flight deck level. This armament is mirrored on the port side of the ship. (Ep.1)]]		[[File:LWN1.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|USS ''Santee'' in Portsmouth. One of the twin Bofors mounts overhangs the stern, a 5"/51 is mounted just forward of this about halfway up the hull, six Oerlikons sit amidships along the flight deck, with the other twin Bofors forward of the bridge at flight deck level. This armament is mirrored on the port side of the ship. (Ep.1)]]