OVA
Description
Eila Ilmatar Juutilainen hails from Suomus, an alternate-world version of Finland. She began her military career in the Suomus Air Force's elite 24th Squadron. Her combat prowess there earned her the Mannerheim Cross, Suomus's highest military decoration. During this time, she forged a close friendship with fellow squadron member Nikka Edvardine Katajainen, nicknaming her "Crasher O'Hare the Second." Despite their differing personalities, their bond remained strong through shared experiences and occasional pranks instigated by Eila.
As Suomus's highest-scoring ace, Eila transferred to the multinational 501st Joint Fighter Wing as a gesture of Suomus's gratitude for international support, receiving a promotion to Pilot Officer. She later advanced to Flying Officer, signified by three roses on her collar insignia. Eila possesses the magical ability "Foresight," a detection-system magic enabling her to anticipate near-future events, particularly enemy movements in combat, allowing exceptional evasive maneuvers. This skill earned her the nickname "Eila the Evasive," contrasting with fellow ace Hanna Wind's "Hanna the Marksman." Superiors occasionally noted her reliance on evasion might lead to carelessness with shields or team coordination, though she demonstrated effective shield use when protecting allies.
Personality-wise, Eila exhibits a cheerful, mischievous nature, often playing pranks on colleagues—a trait linked to her familiar, a black fox. Her hobbies include tarot card fortune-telling, though its accuracy varies. She displays keen observational skills regarding others' emotions, aiding both social interactions and battlefield tactics. Eila maintains a deep attachment to Sanya V. Litvyak, an Orussian night witch, acting as her protector and nurturer. Their bond intensifies over time, with Eila showing romantic undertones through actions like planning leisure activities together or expressing concern for Sanya's well-being.
During the *Petersburg Grand Strategy* OVA, set amidst New Year's Eve preparations in Petersburg, Eila repeatedly attempts to invite Sanya for a city walk, facing constant interruptions that separate them. Concurrently, she participates in defending the city against an approaching Neuroi threat. Following the 501st's temporary disbandment after Gallia's liberation, Eila and Sanya relocated to Kauhava base, home of the 507th Joint Fighter Wing. They later embarked on a vacation to Orussia to search for Sanya's parents, halted by frontline obstacles. Eila maintains contact with former squadmates in the 502nd and 507th units, visiting them when possible.
Her personal life includes familial connections: Aurora E. Juutilainen, leader of the 502nd's Striker Unit Recovery Team, is her older sister. Eila enjoys saunas, daytime napping, and traditional Suomus cuisine like reindeer, elk, and rye bread, though sandwiches are her preferred meal. She once hosted a radio show titled "Eila Ilmatar Juutilainen's Life Consultation." Eila utilized several Striker Units: the Beerster F2A Buffalo (during her Mannerheim Cross actions), the Messerscharf Bf109G-2 (initial 501st unit), and the Bf109K-4 (a later personal unit). Her "Ace of Diamonds" call sign originated from markings on her repainted Bf109G-2.
As Suomus's highest-scoring ace, Eila transferred to the multinational 501st Joint Fighter Wing as a gesture of Suomus's gratitude for international support, receiving a promotion to Pilot Officer. She later advanced to Flying Officer, signified by three roses on her collar insignia. Eila possesses the magical ability "Foresight," a detection-system magic enabling her to anticipate near-future events, particularly enemy movements in combat, allowing exceptional evasive maneuvers. This skill earned her the nickname "Eila the Evasive," contrasting with fellow ace Hanna Wind's "Hanna the Marksman." Superiors occasionally noted her reliance on evasion might lead to carelessness with shields or team coordination, though she demonstrated effective shield use when protecting allies.
Personality-wise, Eila exhibits a cheerful, mischievous nature, often playing pranks on colleagues—a trait linked to her familiar, a black fox. Her hobbies include tarot card fortune-telling, though its accuracy varies. She displays keen observational skills regarding others' emotions, aiding both social interactions and battlefield tactics. Eila maintains a deep attachment to Sanya V. Litvyak, an Orussian night witch, acting as her protector and nurturer. Their bond intensifies over time, with Eila showing romantic undertones through actions like planning leisure activities together or expressing concern for Sanya's well-being.
During the *Petersburg Grand Strategy* OVA, set amidst New Year's Eve preparations in Petersburg, Eila repeatedly attempts to invite Sanya for a city walk, facing constant interruptions that separate them. Concurrently, she participates in defending the city against an approaching Neuroi threat. Following the 501st's temporary disbandment after Gallia's liberation, Eila and Sanya relocated to Kauhava base, home of the 507th Joint Fighter Wing. They later embarked on a vacation to Orussia to search for Sanya's parents, halted by frontline obstacles. Eila maintains contact with former squadmates in the 502nd and 507th units, visiting them when possible.
Her personal life includes familial connections: Aurora E. Juutilainen, leader of the 502nd's Striker Unit Recovery Team, is her older sister. Eila enjoys saunas, daytime napping, and traditional Suomus cuisine like reindeer, elk, and rye bread, though sandwiches are her preferred meal. She once hosted a radio show titled "Eila Ilmatar Juutilainen's Life Consultation." Eila utilized several Striker Units: the Beerster F2A Buffalo (during her Mannerheim Cross actions), the Messerscharf Bf109G-2 (initial 501st unit), and the Bf109K-4 (a later personal unit). Her "Ace of Diamonds" call sign originated from markings on her repainted Bf109G-2.