Neon Genesis Evangelion Beginner’s Guide: Everything you Need to Know
Neon Genesis Evangelion is a show that has shown the power of animation and anime in general to tell a story. Evangelion, one of the few anime that inspired a manga adaptation of the manga version of the anime, is a trendsetter in many ways.
The series also features a reluctant hero, who fails to win every battle rather than succeeding and becoming stronger. The series explores psychology, philosophy and sociology. It is also rich in depth. Instead of crazy action sequences and massive battles between opposing forces, it is filled with interesting issues.
These factors have allowed Neon Genesis Evangelion a significant impact on the anime scene. But for outsiders, the hefty praises, incomprehensible descriptions and soaring ratings make the series seem even more intimidating. This handy guide for beginners to Neon Genesis Evangelion will help you get started in this world.
What is Neon Genesis Evangelion All About?
The series follows Shinji, a quiet, meek young boy summoned by his scientist father, Gendo to futuristic Tokyo-3. Shinji’s father is a member of NERV which creates large robots to fight the alien threat known Angels. His father wants Shinji to be able to pilot one of these machines to save humanity. The software is only for teenagers and has a connection that Shinji believes will make him a highly skilled pilot.
Although Shinji is a violent person and has a mental illness, he agrees that he will operate the massive mech. Shinji is one of the last hope of avoiding the Angel threat and saving humanity.
