Magia Regnum Sentinel Service

Magia Regnum Sentinel Service
の守護者部隊
National Flag of Magia Regnum
Founded	1 July 1954 (1954-07-01)
Service branches	Ground Force Sea Force Air Force Dimensional Force
Headquarters	TBA
Leadership
Commander-in-chief	Shuryō Haruka "Honey Yohko" Asato
Deputy Commander	Fuku-Shuryō Motozawa "Dancing Sun" Sadako
Manpower
Military age	18 eligible for enlistment
Conscription	No
Active personnel	247,150
Reserve personnel	56,000
Expenditures
Budget	¥6.82 trillion
Percent of GDP	1.22% (2023)

Th Sentinel Service (Magian:の守護者部隊; Shugosha Butai), often referred to simply as the Sentinels, is the military arm of the Seigi Kaikan of Magia Regnum. Established as a key pillar of the Magia Regnum governance, the Seigi Kaikan serves as the Hall of Justice and plays a crucial role in ensuring the peace, independence, and safety of the magical girl realm and its inhabitants.

Mission

the Sentinels focus on protecting Magia Regnum and its citizens from diverse threats, both internal and external. Their responsibilities encompass countering dangerous magical creatures, rogue magical girls susceptible to negative influences ("hoka"), and confronting otherworldly beings, such as the Sonohoka and their Otherspawn, who pose significant dangers to the mystical realm. The Sentinels are widely regarded as the last line of defense against darkness and hostile forces threatening the magical world. The Sentinels remain vigilant against interdimensional incursions, as their realm's unique magical energies may attract otherworldly beings. Their rigorous training and advanced technology allow them to discern and neutralize extraplanar threats, preserving the stability and integrity of Magia Regnum

In addition to their internal duties, the Sentinels extend their defensive actions to external fronts, combating potential threats from other magical and non-magical nations. Their exceptional magical abilities and combat expertise enable them to repel invasions, protect their borders, and safeguard the sovereignty of Magia Regnum from any adversarial forces seeking to exploit or encroach upon their territory.

Structure

Under the leadership of the Shuryō (Magian: 主要; Chief), currently represented by the Magical Girl Haruka "Honey Yohko" Asato, the Military affairs take precedence. The Shuryō is chosen from among the members of the Seigi Kaikan by the Haimajika, ensuring that the individual selected possesses the necessary merit and dedication to fulfill the critical role of safeguarding the realm. To provide support to the Shuryō in their multifaceted responsibilities, the Sentinel Service employs a structured command system. The core of this structure is the Military Commission, one of dedicated to coordinating defense efforts and safeguarding the sovereignty of Magia Regnum.

The Military Commission is led by Chairwoman Fuku-Shuryō Motozawa "Dancing Sun" Sadako, a highly experienced and capable magical girl. Assisting her in their roles as Vice-Chairwomen are Umi-Māsharu Samejima "Celestial Eclipse" Asa and Sanjigen-Māsharu Okubo "Cyan Night" Suki. These individuals contribute valuable insights and expertise in matters related to military affairs. Additionally, the Military Commission includes members such as Kūchū-Māsharu Sumida "Day Breaker" Tomiju, Jimen-Māsharu Hironaka "Dawn Titan" Azusa, Umi-Māsharu Wakita "Shadow Shard" Tanaka, and Sanjigen-Māsharu Kido "Divine Passion" Kiyumi. Each member represebnts different branch within the Sentinel Service.

The Military Commission holds a central position within the organization, overseeing the operations of the service branches and assuming command in times of war. During peacetime, their authority primarily revolves around policy formation and defense coordination. The chain of Operational Authority follows a well-defined structure, with the Military Commission at the top, passing directives to the Commanders of the several Operational Commands. These Commanders are responsible for leading specific units and divisions within the Sentinel Service and executing the Military Commission's directives on the ground. Each service branch's Chief of Staff holds administrative control over their respective services. This administrative authority allows them to focus on the day-to-day operations, training, and readiness of their branches, ensuring operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Recruitment and conditions of service

maintained a reserve force of 47,900 reservists who were affiliated with the three service branches. It is important to note that enlistment in the Sentinel Service is a voluntary commitment, exclusively available to magical girls who reach the age of 18, while non-magical beings and Mahou Hojo are ineligible for joining. Upon enlisting, uniformed personnel were recruited as self-defense official cadets, committing to fixed terms based on their chosen service branch. Ground forces recruits typically served a ten-year term, while those seeking specialized training in technical fields opted for a twelve-year commitment. Naval and air recruits, however, were enlisted for a fifteen-year term.

For individuals aspiring to become officers, the path involved enrolling in an indefinite period of service. This included officer candidates, students at the prestigious National Defense Academy and National Defense Medical College, as well as candidates enrolling in technical schools. The duration of enrollment at the National Defense Academy and enlisted technical schools was generally four years, while the National Defense Medical College required a six-year commitment.