GDF (Global Defense Force)

The 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 .
==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 is the space research and investigation division of the GDF.
===Kaiju Control Unit===
The is the division responsible for direct confrontation with kaiju threats.
==Arsenal==
===Attire===
===Equipment===
*: A GDF-exclusive electromagnetic anti-Kaiju gun, primarily used for combating and subduing Kaiju threats.
Elemagun HD.png|Elemagun 
*: 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.
SAR Satellite.png|SAR Satellite 
===Mecha===
*: 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 fighter. Primarily used for air raids on kaiju from aerial zones.
GDF 02.png|GDF MBT
GDF MRF.png|GDF MRF
==Gallery==
===Ultraman Arc===
GDF e301.png
GDF e302.png
GDF MBT.png
GDF MBT 1.png
GDF 03.png|GDF Ground Troops
GDF 04.png
==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.Figure king vol.317 pg 24
==References==
Category:Ultraman Arc
Category:Ultraman Arc Characters
Category:Organizations
Category:Defense Teams