Strike Witches: Tropes

Signature tropes

The ones that say the most about Strike Witches. Pick one to read it.

• Istanbul (Not Constantinople)Rare · in 29 titlesSince Strike Witches is an alternate history, this trope is in full effect.Read →
• Genre Deconstructionin 407 titlesThe series occasionally goes to lengths to point out the realities of a world where A) everyone is forced to set aside their differences to fight an Alien Invasion at a point in time where they proba…Read →
• Competence Zonein 79 titlesA Witch's powers typically manifest at around age 12, and are most potent in childhood. By around age 20, almost all Witches will have lost the ability to use a Striker Unit.Read →
• Functional Magicin 95 titlesA mashup of inherent gift magic and device magic. Every witch inherently has the ability to cast Deflector Shields, which can themselves be used in a variety of ways (e.Read →
• Historical In-JokeRare · in 6 titlesIn episode 6, Minna comments that if the Neuroi hadn't invaded Earth, their superiors (Europe's political and military leaders) would likely be fighting among themselves.Read →
• Mildly Militaryin 294 titlesThe Strike Witches don't act much like a military unit in a warzone.Read →