Haruka Rutaka is a skilled young pilot of a Knightmare Frame (KMF) and a key member of the Shichikouseidan, often recognized as one of their ace fighters. She first reaches out to the main characters, Rozé and Ash, to test their abilities by tasking them with an assassination mission. Though she prefers close combat due to her weak shooting skills, Haruka’s determination, honesty, and hardworking nature shine through both on and off the battlefield. After being given a highly customized KMF called Keisetsu, her true skills become obvious, especially when she faces powerful opponents like Divock Merte. Haruka’s personality, as well as the trust placed in her by Rozé, reflect her growth as a core asset to her team.
Haruka Rutaka is a 17-year-old girl. No further physical description is provided.
Haruka is very hardworking and extremely earnest.
She never skips her daily training.
If her teammates relax too much after a victory, she is quick to scold them.
She gets shy sometimes, especially when she is happy, like when Rozé presents her with Keisetsu, showing a bright smile before trying to act cool and hide her true feelings.
Haruka is a member of Shichikouseidan (Seven Stars Group).
She plays a central part in the operation to rescue comrades held at the Abashiri prison camp.
Because of the difficulty of the mission, she helps invite outside help—Rozé and Ash—then tests them first before trusting them.
She hates the suffering Japanese people face and actively works to protect them.
Haruka is an ace-level Knightmare Frame pilot among the Shichikouseidan.
Although she is not good at shooting from a distance, she excels at close combat and has a special knack for fighting up close.
She started out using an older, mass-produced KMF called Akatsuki Kai.
But the old machine couldn’t keep up with her skills, so Rozé arranged for her to get a powerful, new close-combat KMF: the customized Keisetsu.
With Keisetsu, Haruka’s talents shine as an ace pilot, allowing her to dominate top enemies.
- Rozé: She first meets Rozé undercover, and later becomes trusted by her. Rozé personally chooses Haruka to command Keisetsu and values her combat talents.
- Ash: Haruka works alongside Ash in many missions.
- Catherine Savasula: Haruka sometimes competes with Catherine, who has more experience and polished fighting techniques.
Contact with Rozé and Ash
Haruka is the first to connect with the protagonists, Rozé and Ash, when their help is needed for a dangerous rescue mission.
To test them, Haruka hides her true identity and asks them to assassinate the cruel Kirkwayne brothers who oppress Japanese people.
Rescue Operation and Piloting Akatsuki Kai
When the mission starts, Haruka joins as a mecha pilot, leading the direct assault.
At first, she rides the older Akatsuki Kai, but its underpowered features limit her combat results.
Receiving Keisetsu and New Battles
Thanks to Rozé’s support from the Black Knights, Haruka is given the brand-new, close-combat KMF Keisetsu.
Rozé customizes Keisetsu to perfectly fit Haruka’s fighting style, removing most ranged weapons to focus on melee.
This new machine lets her show her full ability as an ace.
Battle of Sapporo
In the assault on Sapporo, Haruka uses Keisetsu in its first major battle.
There, she defeats the enemy ace, Divock Merte, showing just how strong she can be.
Limitations and Growth
Despite her quick rise, Haruka is still young and straightforward.
Her skills are rough and less polished compared to experienced fighters like Ash and Catherine Savasula.
She gets outmaneuvered at times, but keeps improving through hard work and determination.
Haruka mirrors Kallen Kozuki, another famed female ace pilot from Code Geass.
Like Kallen, Haruka receives a cutting-edge KMF through the main character’s leadership and becomes a top pilot in her group.
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