The GDF (Global Defense Force is a cross-national defense organization formed by the world governments to combat kaiju and alien threats. The main branch seen in Ultraman Arc is GDFJ (Global Defense Force Japan) .
Overview
Since the event known as "K-DAY," simultaneous kaiju appearances globally have made kaiju disasters commonplace in Japan. As a result, the organization known as GDF was established worldwide, with branches in various countries, specializing in military responses to kaijus.
The Japanese branch of GDF possesses mechanized equipment such as tanks and fighter jets. They respond promptly and deploy when kaiju appear. Additionally, while collaborating with SKIP on incident resolutions, these organizations remain independent entities.
Although detailed information about kaiju is widely shared among all research institutions, the GDF enforces strict information control measures regarding matters related to space, especially space kaiju. The confidentiality level for such data is extremely high, and the full information is not disclosed to the public.
History
Ultraman Arc
In the past 16 years, the GDF has successfully defeated various kaiju threats from different regions multiple times. However, three months ago, a mysterious giant suddenly appeared in Hoshimoto City and defeated several kaiju, drawing significant attention and prompting thorough investigations by the GDF and other related agencies.
When Shagong appeared at Hayama Chemical Industries, the GDFJ quickly deployed ground troops and fighter jets to launch an attack. Despite these efforts, they were unable to stop Shagong's destruction. At this critical moment, the mysterious giant reappeared and defeated Shagong within just three minutes. Following this event, the GDFJ publicly announced the giant's name as "Ultraman Arc."
Members
Space Science Division
The Space Science Division is the space research and investigation division of the GDF.
- Main article: Shu Ishido
Shu Ishido [1][2] is the 25-year-old special investigator assigned by the Space Science Division of the GDF joining at SKIP.
Kaiju Control Unit
The Kaiju Control Unit is the division responsible for direct confrontation with kaiju threats.
Arsenal
Attire
Equipment
- Elemagun : A GDF-exclusive electromagnetic anti-Kaiju gun, primarily used for combating and subduing Kaiju threats.
- Multipurpose Sensor : The multifunctional sensor specially designed by the Space Science Division can investigate the source of any type of electromagnetic wave.
- Missile: The main weapon used to attack kaijus.The Full Moon's Answer
- SAR Satellite : Owned by the GDF Space Science Division, this artificial satellite features synthetic-aperture radar capabilities. It can focus microwaves using the spotlight mode to detect objects up to 500 meters below the Earth's surface. However, high-level authorization is required before use.
Mecha
- GDF MBT : The GDF's main battle tank. GDF MBTs are modified Type 10 tanks, and are equipped with a railgun-like turret and side skirts.
- GDF State-of-The-Art Fighter Aircraft "Defense Force MRF" [3]: The GDF's mainstay multi-role fighter. Primarily used for air strikes on kaiju from aerial zones. Armed with missiles and laser weaponry.
Gallery
Ultraman Arc
Trivia
- This is the third defense organization to continue using the same Japanese name after EDF and GGF.
- In the creative setting of this series, the protagonist is not affiliated with any defense team. However, Takanori Tsujimoto made an important suggestion: not to create a world without a defense team. He believed that in a world threatened by kaiju, it would be very unnatural if there were no human forces resisting them. Based on this suggestion, the GDF was incorporated into the setting to rationalize the plot.[4]
References
| Defense Teams | |
|---|---|
| Showa Defense Teams | SSSP | TDF (UG, MAT, TAC, ZAT, MAC, UGM) | Science Guard Party |
| Heisei Defense Teams | UMA | WINR | HEART | Mydo | TPC (GUTS, Super GUTS, Black Buster Corps, Neo Super GUTS) | GUARD (XIG) | GOKAZOKU | SRC (EYES, Team SEA), JADF | BCST | TLT (NR) | UDF (DASH) | GUYS | DEUS | ZAP SPACY | Team U | UPG | UNVER (Xio) | VTL | AIB |
| Reiwa Defense Teams | EGIS | GAF (STORAGE) | TPU (GUTS-Select) | SSSP | GGF (SKaRD) | KDF | GDF (SKIP) |
| Other Defense Teams | Inter Galactic Defense Force | Space Patrol | MIGHTY JACK | SRI | SGM | Team Mouri | SAT | SAF | PAT | Koseidon Corps | MAT | SWORD | SSSP | USP | GIRLS |