On a day like today in the series of Neon Genesis Evangelion24 years ago, the world as we knew it was shaken to its foundations. It all happened on September 13, 2000, a catastrophic event known as Second Impact shook the Antarcticatriggering a series of events that would mark the beginning of a new era. While this day is a shocking date in the history of Neon Genesis Evangelion, it also has an unexpected connection to one of the characters in the series.
Remembering the Day the World of Neon Genesis Evangelion Changed Forever
On September 13, 2000, the world was rocked by the second impact, a devastating event that forever changed the course of history in Neon Genesis Evangelion. This global cataclysm, triggered by a massive explosion in the Antarcticacaused the polar ice cap to melt and dramatically raised sea levels. The force of the explosion generated tsunamis of great magnitude that flooded vast areas of land, and the shift in the Earth's axis altered global weather patterns, creating an environment of chaos and desolation.
The second impact Evangelion It occurred during an experiment carried out in Antarcticawhere an attempt was made to establish contact with Adamone of the first AngelsThe consequences of this were devastating, triggering a series of events that would drastically change the world and the characters' lives.
But it also triggered a series of events that led to the emergence of the organization NERVE and the activation of the evethe mechas that play a crucial role in the fight against the Angels. This event set the stage for the series' plot, ushering in a new era of conflict and despair in a world increasingly threatened by unexplainable forces.
Also, September 13th is also the day he was born. Kaworu Nagisacharacter whose presence in the series is at the same time mysterious and fundamental, introduced in episode 24, entitled The Last MessengerKaworu is revealed to be the seventeenth angel, Tabris. Your arrival at the headquarters of NERVE as a substitute for Asuka Langley Soryuthat failed the synchronization test with the Eva-02is loaded with symbolism and mystery. His gentle nature and connection with the other characters contrast with his true identity and purpose.
Throughout his brief but impactful appearance, Kaworu He challenges the preconceived notions of the main characters and becomes a key figure in the outcome of the plot. His interaction with Shinji Ikari and his confrontation with the forces operating behind the Angels underscore the complexity and depth of the narrative of Evangelionmaking his character one of the most memorable and debated by fans.
