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Eila Ilmatar Juutilainen hails from Suomus, an alternate-world Finland counterpart. She began her service in the Suomus Air Force's elite 24th Squadron, stationed at bases like Immola and Berechire. Her exceptional combat achievements earned her the Mannerheim Cross, Suomus' highest military honor. During this time, she forged close bonds with fellow witches, including Nikka Edvardine Katajainen, whom she nicknamed "Crasher O'Hare the Second," and gained a reputation for playful pranks alongside her combat prowess. As Suomus' top ace, her high score prompted a transfer to the multinational 501st Joint Fighter Wing as a reciprocal gesture for international aid received by Suomus.
Joining the 501st as a Pilot Officer, later promoted to Flying Officer, Eila wielded the magic ability Foresight. Classified under detection systems, this power grants limited near-future prediction. It enables exceptional evasion of enemy fire and anticipation of opponent movements in aerial combat, earning her the moniker "Eila the Evasive," contrasting with fellow Suomus ace Hanna Wind, "Hanna the Marksman." While her reliance on evasion raised command concerns about potential neglect of defensive shielding and team coordination, she demonstrated proactive shield use when protecting squadmates, particularly Sanya V. Litvyak.
Eila exhibits a mischievous personality, frequently engaging in pranks reflecting her black fox familiar's stereotypical traits. Her hobby of fortune-telling with tarot cards is often highlighted, though its accuracy varies. She possesses keen observational skills for analyzing emotions and intentions, aiding both interpersonal interactions and battlefield tactics. Eila maintains a cheerful, energetic demeanor and prioritizes sauna culture, a nod to her Suomus heritage.
Her most significant relationship is with the reserved Orussian night witch Sanya V. Litvyak. Initially paired due to shared nocturnal combat duties, Eila became fiercely protective of Sanya, fostering a deep mutual attachment. Their bond endured beyond the 501st's disbandment; both were reassigned to the 507th Joint Fighter Wing's base in Kauhava, Suomus. They later attempted a joint vacation to Orussia to locate Sanya's parents, though frontline conditions impeded their journey. Eila sustained connections with witches across units, including the 502nd and 507th, visiting them periodically.
Eila piloted multiple Striker Units: a Brewster F2A Buffalo (No. BW-364) during her Mannerheim Cross service, followed by Messerschmitt Bf109G-2 models (No. MT-212) upon joining the 501st. The latter was repainted with a diamond ace insignia, solidifying her "Ace of Diamonds" callsign. She later used a dedicated Bf109K-4 (Yellow No. 2) featuring her personal emblem. In non-combat endeavors, she hosted the radio program "Eila Ilmatar Juutilainen's Life Consultation," seeking input from comrades.
Historically, Eila draws inspiration from Finnish flying ace Eino Ilmari Juutilainen, sharing his nickname "Illu" and evasive combat style. Her middle name, Ilmatar, references both his middle name "Ilmari" and the Finnish air goddess from the *Kalevala* epic. She is known for candid commentary on others' physical traits, particularly breast size, though she refrains from such remarks about Sanya. Her birthday on February 21st received recognition from the Finnish Embassy in Tokyo.
Joining the 501st as a Pilot Officer, later promoted to Flying Officer, Eila wielded the magic ability Foresight. Classified under detection systems, this power grants limited near-future prediction. It enables exceptional evasion of enemy fire and anticipation of opponent movements in aerial combat, earning her the moniker "Eila the Evasive," contrasting with fellow Suomus ace Hanna Wind, "Hanna the Marksman." While her reliance on evasion raised command concerns about potential neglect of defensive shielding and team coordination, she demonstrated proactive shield use when protecting squadmates, particularly Sanya V. Litvyak.
Eila exhibits a mischievous personality, frequently engaging in pranks reflecting her black fox familiar's stereotypical traits. Her hobby of fortune-telling with tarot cards is often highlighted, though its accuracy varies. She possesses keen observational skills for analyzing emotions and intentions, aiding both interpersonal interactions and battlefield tactics. Eila maintains a cheerful, energetic demeanor and prioritizes sauna culture, a nod to her Suomus heritage.
Her most significant relationship is with the reserved Orussian night witch Sanya V. Litvyak. Initially paired due to shared nocturnal combat duties, Eila became fiercely protective of Sanya, fostering a deep mutual attachment. Their bond endured beyond the 501st's disbandment; both were reassigned to the 507th Joint Fighter Wing's base in Kauhava, Suomus. They later attempted a joint vacation to Orussia to locate Sanya's parents, though frontline conditions impeded their journey. Eila sustained connections with witches across units, including the 502nd and 507th, visiting them periodically.
Eila piloted multiple Striker Units: a Brewster F2A Buffalo (No. BW-364) during her Mannerheim Cross service, followed by Messerschmitt Bf109G-2 models (No. MT-212) upon joining the 501st. The latter was repainted with a diamond ace insignia, solidifying her "Ace of Diamonds" callsign. She later used a dedicated Bf109K-4 (Yellow No. 2) featuring her personal emblem. In non-combat endeavors, she hosted the radio program "Eila Ilmatar Juutilainen's Life Consultation," seeking input from comrades.
Historically, Eila draws inspiration from Finnish flying ace Eino Ilmari Juutilainen, sharing his nickname "Illu" and evasive combat style. Her middle name, Ilmatar, references both his middle name "Ilmari" and the Finnish air goddess from the *Kalevala* epic. She is known for candid commentary on others' physical traits, particularly breast size, though she refrains from such remarks about Sanya. Her birthday on February 21st received recognition from the Finnish Embassy in Tokyo.