Fans of the Stratos 4 franchise can look forward to a new OVA set to delve into the series' lore. This upcoming entry serves as a prequel to the original Stratos 4 OVA, bridging the gap between the early days of CEMA and the events depicted in the established timeline. It will explore the challenges that led to the development of unmanned interception technology.
The story focuses on the Cosmic Emergency Management Agency's shift towards automated solutions following issues with human pilots. As CEMA revives an old program for unmanned shuttlecraft trials, the narrative also catches up with Mikaze and her friends on Shimoji Island as they undergo their pilot licensing tests amidst the arrival of new rookies. The situation escalates when an orbital base faces critical failure, testing both human and automated capabilities.
Produced by Studio Fantasia, known for their work on the original Stratos 4 OVA and its sequel, Stratos 4 Advance Kanketsu-hen, this new OVA promises to offer a deeper look into the world-building that has captivated fans of the sci-fi military series.
