Direct Attack, commonly referred to as DA, is a secret organization tasked with crime prevention in Japan. The organization carries out its duties covertly through the use of female agents known as Lycoris.[2][1]
Duty[]
A Lycoris eliminating a target
The DA is responsible for ensuring public safety in Japan by identifying and preventing crimes before they occur. Lycoris agents are dispatched to covertly eliminate individuals who aim to "disrupt society". This includes those who attempt acts of terrorism, murder, kidnapping and arms trafficking.[3][4][5] The DA does not pursue work in the private sector, concerning itself exclusively with matters involving domestic security.[2]
The organization operates in complete secrecy. As such, DA activities are beyond the jurisdiction of the police, who are not permitted to interfere with their work.[3] Interacting with law enforcement or civilians would interfere in upholding the public belief that Enkuboku and the ruins of the Old Radio Tower - symbols of peace and tranquility - are responsible for maintaining Japan's position as the leader in public safety worldwide.[2]
Structure[]
The symbol present on Lycoris uniforms
Lycoris[]
Lycoris are a group of all-female agents who serve as the DA's field operatives.[1] Their main duty is to neutralize potential threats to public safety, and are authorized to use lethal force in order to do so.[4] The DA adopts, raises and trains all Lycoris from a young age. Agents possess a high physical aptitude and proficiency with firearms.[6]
Lycoris wear a distinctive uniform consisting of a white shirt, blazer, bow tie, skirt, loafers and combat satchel. The uniform is made with cutting edge Japanese technology, providing protection against bullets, knives and makes them invisible to infrared technology.[7] The loafers are comfortable to run in, reinforced with metal inserts and a kick from these shoes can smash a concrete block.[7] The satchel has hidden holsters, preloaded magazines, special grenades, a knife and paracord.[7] A string can be pulled on the satchel to expand a ballistic airbag that can block bullets for a second.[7]
The uniform purposely mimics the modern Japanese high school uniforms, as they would be the least alarming to the general public; Walnut refers to this as a form of "urban camo".[4] A Lycoris' uniform also denotes their rank, which can be one of three.
1st Lycoris uniform, as seen on Chisato Nishikigi
1st[]
The highest known rank among Lycoris agents, distinguished by their red uniform. 1st Lycoris report directly to headquarters and serve as field commanders during tactical operations, overseeing squads consisting of 2nd Lycoris agents. 1st Lycoris may also work more closely alongside selected 2nd Lycoris agents, who are assigned to them as partners.[2][6]
2nd Lycoris uniform, as seen on Takina Inoue
2nd[]
Distinguished by their navy blue uniforms, 2nd Lycoris agents work under the orders and supervision of their superior 1st Lycoris. Certain agents, such as Takina and Sakura, may be assigned to work alongside a 1st as their partner.[2] 2nd Lycoris do not have direct communication with DA Headquarters.[6]
3rd[]
3rd ranking Lycoris watching mock Battle
Wearing beige uniforms, 3rd Lycoris have been shown to be deployed in large numbers in response to potentially serious threats, and are likely the most plentiful rank of agent.[3]
Intelligence Division[]
Not much is currently known about the DA's intelligence division. Unlike Lycoris, members of the intelligence division are not adopted and raised as orphans, instead consisting of trained professionals such as Mizuki - a former member.[2]
Members[]
Commander[]
Instructor[]
1st Lycoris[]
2nd Lycoris[]
Former Members[]
Etymology[]
The terms "Lycoris" and "Radiata" comes from the binomial name for the red spider lily: Lycoris Radiata, which in Japanese culture is often associated with death.[8]
References[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Lycoris Recoil Official USA Website - Story Introduction
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 Lycoris Recoil Anime - Episode 1: "Easy does it"
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 Lycoris Recoil Anime - Episode 4: "Nothing seek, nothing find"
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 Lycoris Recoil Anime - Episode 2: "The more the merrier"
- ↑ Lycoris Recoil Official USA Website - Chisato Nishikigi's Character Page
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 Lycoris Recoil Anime - Episode 3: "More haste, less speed"
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 7.3 Lycoris Recoil: Ordinary days Chapter 2
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lycoris_radiata