11/02/2006 - 02/15/2007 Finished
Strain: Strategic Armored Infantry (Soukou no Strain)
Also known as: 奏光のストレイン
Sara Werec entered military academy five years after her brother Ralph departed for a distant interstellar war, determined to reunite with him as a fellow Strain pilot. When enemy forces assault the academy, Ralph himself appears,as the attacker,forcing Sara to restart her training under a new identity and confront the brother she once admired.
13
Total episodes
13
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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Canon episodes · 13 Filler episodes · 0
Related works
Related works and sequels
Standalone work
No sequel, prequel, or registered spin-off is linked to Soukou no Strain. Its episode total belongs to this title alone.
What to watch, what to skip
Watch order: filler vs canon
Soukou no Strain has no filler episodes: all 13 episodes are canon. You can watch it from first to last without checking any list of skippable episodes.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
13 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prelude to Despair11/02/2006 | 11/02/2006 | Canon |
| 2 | Encounter11/02/2006 | 11/02/2006 | Canon |
| 3 | Sub-Light Speed Nightmare11/09/2006 | 11/09/2006 | Canon |
| 4 | Reasoner Sara11/15/2006 | 11/15/2006 | Canon |
| 5 | Endless Love and Hate11/22/2006 | 11/22/2006 | Canon |
| 6 | Back Turned to Peace11/29/2006 | 11/29/2006 | Canon |
| 7 | Lavinia's Lovely Plot12/07/2006 | 12/07/2006 | Canon |
| 8 | Gall Space Supply Depot12/13/2006 | 12/13/2006 | Canon |
| 9 | Like Looking at Myself12/20/2006 | 12/20/2006 | Canon |
| 10 | Memories of the Future01/10/2007 | 01/10/2007 | Canon |
| 11 | The Beginning of Revelry01/31/2007 | 01/31/2007 | Canon |
| 12 | Attack on the Libertad02/07/2007 | 02/07/2007 | Canon |
| 13 | Last Waltz02/14/2007 | 02/14/2007 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Soukou no Strain have?
Soukou no Strain has a total of 1 season. The series is completed. Each season is divided into multiple episodes with stories that advance the main plot of the anime.
How many episodes does Soukou no Strain have?
In total, Soukou no Strain has 13 episodes in its only season. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
What is the best order to watch Soukou no Strain?
It is recommended to watch Soukou no Strain in chronological broadcast order. This means starting from season 1 and continuing sequentially to the last season. Check our watch order guide which includes information about filler vs canon episodes for an optimal experience.
Where can I watch Soukou no Strain online?
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Is Soukou no Strain a complete anime?
Yes, Soukou no Strain is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.
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