Stella Women's Academy, High School Division Class C3
| Company type | Manga series |
|---|---|
| Industry | Manga, Anime |
| Founded | May 2012 |
| Founder | Ikoma (author), Tomomoka Midori (illustrator) |
| Defunct | December 2013 |
| Headquarters | Japan |
| Products | Manga, Anime television series |
| Parent | Kodansha (manga publisher), Gainax (anime studio) |
(literally "Preferential Measure Organization Stella Women's Academy, High School Division Class C3"), commonly shortened to , is a manga series authored by Ikoma with illustrations by Tomomoka Midori. This work acts as a continuation of the 2010 web manga Tokurei Sochi Dantai Stella Jo-Gakuin Chūtō-ka C3-Bu and was published in Kodansha's Monthly Young Magazine between May 2012 and December 2013. Gainax adapted the series into an anime television show comprising 13 episodes, which broadcast in Japan from July through September 2013.
Plot
Yura Yamato enrolls at the esteemed , facing difficulty forming friendships on her initial day. She encounters the school's airsoft club, known as the , and decides to join. The narrative centers on Yura's development within the C3 Club and her relationships with other members.
Stella Women's Academy
- A shy first-year student who transferred from another middle school. Having trouble making friends, she becomes part of the C3 Club. Through competitive matches and dedicated training, Yura evolves into a strong contender, potentially rivaling top members Sonora and Rin. She wields a replica Škorpion vz. 61 submachine gun given to her by Sonora.
- A third-year student serving as president of the C3 Club, noted for her striking appearance paired with a tough demeanor. After returning from a competition in the United States, she mentors Yura in firearm techniques. Sonora is skilled in dual-wielding pistols and owns a replica IMI Desert Eagle alongside professional shooting equipment. She presented Yura with her vz. 61 scorpion, originally obtained from her American instructor.
- A first-year student recognized as the club’s cheerful and somewhat airheaded spirit. She encourages her teammates during battles and is often seen carrying a replica AK-47. Her family's ownership of a confectionery shop influences her love for sweets.
- A second-year student of predominantly Japanese descent (three-fourths), known for her tomboyish style and determination. Karila stands out as the club’s top player, excelling in agility and close-range combat while using an FN P90 replica.
- A composed and intelligent second-year student who excels academically. She directs the team strategically during matches and operates a scoped kurz version of the Heckler and Koch G36.
- A first-year member known for her lively personality dubbed the club’s "spoiled child" and granddaughter of the academy chairman. She specializes in long-distance marksmanship, utilizing an Accuracy International L96 AWS replica produced by Tokyo Marui.
Other characters
- A student from Meisei Girl's Academy who leads their survival game club, serving as a longstanding rival to the C3 Club. A former competitor and friend of Sonora from their U.S. contests, she adopted a mindset focused on eliminating opponents rather than achieving objectives after losing her mentor.
- Captain of the Seto Family survival game team representing the Kansai area.
- Karila’s twin brother and member of Sendou Academy’s Opera Club, who also participates in airsoft. He applies his acting talents to impersonate his sister during matches.
Manga
The continuation of the web manga titled Stella Women’s Academy, High School Division Class C3 was authored by Ikoma and Getsumin, with illustrations by Kokudō 12-gō and Getsumin. It was serialized by Enterbrain on Famitsu Comic Clear from April 2010 through February 2012. This web manga was compiled into two volumes, released in January and May of 2011. Subsequently, Stella Women’s Academy, High School Division Class C3 was written by Ikoma and illustrated by Tomomoka Midori, appearing in Kodansha's Monthly Young Magazine between May 2012 and December 2013. The series was gathered into three tankōbon volumes published between January 2013 and February 2014. Additionally, a related four-panel comic strip series, also created by Ikoma and Midori, was featured on Kodansha's Comic Plus website. This series ran from February to October 2013, producing a total of 252 strips, with half collected in a volume released in August 2013.
Anime
The television anime adaptation was broadcast on TBS from July 4 to September 26, 2013, with simultaneous streaming provided by Crunchyroll. Under the direction of Masayoshi Kawajiri and produced by Gainax, the series showcased character designs by Manami Umeshita and music composed by Kōtarō Nakagawa. The opening theme song, "Shape My Story," was performed by Anna Yano, while the ending theme "Hajikero! Shīkyūbu!" featured vocals from Yui Makino, Miyuki Sawashiro, Ai Kayano, Chiwa Saitō, Rima Nishizaki, and Madoka Yonezawa. In North America, Sentai Filmworks secured licensing rights and released the series on home video in 2014.
Episode list
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External links
- 2013 anime television series debuts
- Airsoft in anime and manga
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