Mio Sakamoto

Mio Sakamoto is a veteran witch and commander in Strike Witches. Born in Fuso, she leads members of the 501st Joint Fighter Wing and trains younger pilots during the war against the Neuroi.

Mio Sakamoto as commander of the 501st

Disciplined, brave, and encouraging, Mio values team cohesion and refuses to let physical decline remove her from responsibility. She often masks concern with confident laughter.

The magical eye, swordsmanship, and accepting a changing role

Mio uses a katana, Striker Units, and a magical eye that can identify Neuroi cores. Her relationship with Minna, Yoshika, and other witches reflects both battlefield leadership and the difficult transition from frontline fighter to mentor.