Neon Genesis Evangelion

Angels, Angst, and Awesome Collectibles.

Few anime have left a deeper impact than Neon Genesis Evangelion. Premiering in 1995, this landmark series redefined what mecha anime could be — fusing explosive battles with existential dread, religious symbolism, and the raw emotional chaos of adolescence. Whether you're drawn in by the sleek, biomechanical Eva Units or the hauntingly human struggles of its young pilots, Evangelion dares to explore what happens when humanity meets the end of the world — and then looks inward.

Set in a post-apocalyptic Tokyo-3, the series follows Shinji Ikari, a reluctant teenage pilot drafted into a war against monstrous beings called Angels. But the real enemies are often internal: anxiety, guilt, memory, and the impossible expectations of those around us. Beneath the mechs and mayhem lies a study of the human psyche — and the overwhelming urge to connect.

Evangelion isn’t just an anime — it's a full-blown cultural phenomenon. It’s been remade, reinterpreted, and reborn in everything from model kits to high fashion. And yet, no matter how many times we return to it, we always find something new in its tangled web of heartache, hope, and giant robots.

“Get in the robot, Shinji.”

- Every fan, everywhere, yelling at their TV since 1995

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Collector's Guide

If you’re hunting Eva merch, you’re in for a complex (and sometimes surreal) journey. Bandai’s Robot Spirits line offers highly poseable, detailed Evangelion figures — perfect for dynamic displays. Kotobukiya and Good Smile Company bring in clean sculpting, vibrant paint jobs, and faithful character recreations across multiple scales.

Keep an eye on the Rebuild of Evangelion movies, which brought a whole new wave of merch with alternate color schemes, character redesigns, and exclusive releases. Be aware: licensing can vary wildly by region, so Japanese imports often feature designs unavailable elsewhere.

From delicate Rei statues to terrifying Angel plushies, Eva merch reflects the series’ duality — beauty and brutality, minimalism and chaos. Whether you’re a completionist or just seeking that one perfect Asuka figure, there's a deep well of emotionally resonant, often rare, collectibles to explore.

Fun Fact

Hideaki Anno, the series creator, restructured the ending twice — once due to budget constraints and once due to existential crisis... Which sort of checks out. The franchise includes not just series and movies, but also manga, stage plays, pachinko machines, and a Tamagotchi line.