2 (dub) Episode 6 | Strike Witches

: Sanya is chosen for the attack due to her night-vision capabilities, but Eila is devastated when Yoshika Miyafuji is assigned to protect her. Eila, who usually relies on her precognition to dodge everything, struggles to learn how to deploy a defensive shield.

In , Episode 6, titled "Higher Than the Sky" (English Dub), the story takes an emotional and literal leap into the stratosphere. This episode is widely celebrated by fans for its focus on the deep bond between Eila Ilmatar Juutilainen and Sanya V. Litvyak, often referred to as one of the series' most iconic "yuri" (girls' love) moments. Episode Plot Highlights Strike Witches 2 (Dub) Episode 6

: The episode features a special "rearrangement" version of the song "Sweet Duet" by Eila and Sanya's voice actresses. This version underscores their emotional reconciliation and has become a fan-favorite track in the franchise. : Sanya is chosen for the attack due

: Fans often point out that the experimental rockets used by the girls are named "Yuri". While officially a reference to Yuri Gagarin (the first human in space), the community frequently treats it as a double entendre referencing the "yuri" nature of Eila and Sanya's relationship. This episode is widely celebrated by fans for

: To reach the core, the 501st Joint Fighter Wing develops a high-risk plan using experimental three-stage rocket boosters to propel a witch into space.