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<span style="font-size:200%"><code>'''NGE'''</code> <code>[[Evangelion Unit-00 (NTE)|NTE]]</code> <code>[[Evangelion Unit-00 (Anima)|Anima]]</code> <code>[[Evangelion Unit-00 (Other)|Other]]</code></span>
{{Evangelion Infobox
{{Evangelion Infobox
| name          = Evangelion Unit-00
| name          = Evangelion Unit-00
| image        = [[Image:22 C259D zero.jpg|260px|Eva-00]]
| image        = [[Image:22 C259D zero.jpg|260px|Eva-00]]
| japanese      = 零号機
| model_type    = Prototype
| model_type    = Prototype
| pilots        = [[Rei Ayanami]]
| pilots        = [[Rei Ayanami]]
| soul          = ''Probably'' [[Rei Ayanami|Rei 1]]
| soul          = [[Rei Ayanami|Rei 1]][[Eva-00's soul| (Go ''here'' for why.)]]  
| first_sortie  = [[Episode 06]]
| first_sortie  = [[Episode 06]]
}}
}}


==Creation==


'''Eva-00''' is the first [[Evangelions|Evangelion]] completed, and although originally intended as a prototype, due to budget constraints she was upgraded for combat-readiness and she was forced into battle against the Angels.
'''Eva-00''' was the first operational [[Evangelions|Evangelion]].  Being a prototype, it was not originally equipped for combat, but was later upgraded and brought into battle against the Angels.


As is the case for all Evangelions except [[Eva-01]], the method of construction for Eva-00 is not known. Being the last prototype (In effect, the first working prototype out of a very long line of failed Evas), Eva-00 might have been created as a perfection of the process used to create the failed prototypes, or by a wholly new process entirely, but this is purely conjectural.
==Profile==


What ''is'' known is that the original design for the prototype Eva had been created a long time ago- Fuyutsuki sees a mockup of Eva-00 in 2003, with the same orange and white color combination and the same head design (Albeit with a cluster of five cameras in the center instead of a single eye/camera as in the working Eva).
As is the case for all the Evangelions, except [[Eva-01]], the method of Eva-00's creation is not known. It is known, however, that it was the first working prototype after many failures.  Whether the creation process was perfected with Eva-00, or  if something new was tried, would be pure conjecture.  


==Purpose==
What ''is'' known is that the original design for the prototype Eva had been created a long time ago; Fuyutsuki sees a mockup of Eva-00 in 2003, with the same orange and white color combination and the same head design.  We also learn here that Eva-00 would have had a cluster of five cameras beneath its single eye lens.


Ostensibly, like all the Evangelions, Eva-00's stated purpose is to defend [[Tokyo-3]] and the whole world from the Angel threat. Whether or not Eva-00, like the Test Type [[Eva-01]] had any planned role in [[Third Impact]] is not known, and her loss makes it a moot point.
Eva-00 is the most unstable of the Evangelions, going wildly berserk on two occasions:  once during its activation experiment with [[Rei]], and again during its interchangeability experiment with [[Shinji]]. Despite these incidents, Rei retains good control over the Eva once it is operational, using it successfully in quite sensitive tasks such as handling the [[Lance of Longinus]] on two occasions, and both fetching and firing the SDF's positron cannon.


== Armor Design==
==Physical Features==
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Eva Unit 00, the Prototype, originally had orange armor which was different from the Production Model version.  While it still had five V-shaped armor plates, essentially the smallest top segment had been moved to below the largest chest segment.  Instead of having two small recessed cavities near its shoulders, it had two large white bulging armor sections.  The largest segment of chest armor was more compact and bulky as it was physically higher on Eva 00's chest.  These altered top two segments do not extend directly to the shoulder, but instead to the white armor bulge which itself touched the shoulder.  After Eva 00 was heavily damaged in its first battle, against the Angel [[Ramiel]], it had to be heavily repaired and partially rebuilt, and it was outfitted with new blue armor which is identical to the armor used by the Production Model Evas in all aspects (save for the head).
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[[Image:Proposal_15_nerv-layout.jpg|100px|thumb|left|Eva-00(left) in the [[Neon Genesis Evangelion Proposal|Proposal]]]].


The Eva's face has never been revealed on-screen, being covered by the helmet and faceplate at all times. Unique to Eva-00 is the large optical lens on its faceplate.  In addition, the faceplate lacks nostril holes or a proper jawline. Monitor readouts of the Evangelion's internal organs reveal that it actually has two eyes as well as nostrils and a jawline. The design of the helmet suggests that Eva-00's skull might be somewhat narrower than those of other Evangelions.


==Abilities==
Eva-00 originally had orange armor and a different arrangement of plates than Eva-01 and the Production Model Evangelions, and when first seen did not have shoulder pylons attached. After sustaining severe damage from the Angel [[Ramiel]], Eva-00 was refitted with the same armor design as the Production Model Evangelions: shoulder pylons were added, the armor plating was altered, and the color scheme was changed from the original orange to blue. The repaired Eva-00 is also seen to possess retro-rockets in her shoulder pylons in [[Episode 11]], as well as a [[Progressive Knife]], seen in [[Episode 12]].


In addition to incredible size and strength, Eva-00, like all Evangelions, possesses the ability to generate an [[A.T. Field]]. Eva-00 does not possess an [[S² Engine]], and relies on electrical power supplied via her [[Umbilical Cable]], and internal batteries.  Eva-00 is also seen to possess retro-rockets in her shoulder pylons in [[Episode 10]].  Eva-00's [[Progressive Knife]] is only seen once, briefly during [[Episode 12]], and it appears to be identical to the one used by Eva Unit 01.
An early Eva-00 design seen in the Proposal has a head design identical to that used in the show. In addition, the blue color scheme is very similar to that used in the repaired Eva-00.


==Soul==
==Soul==


It was never ''directly'' stated what the identity of the soul contained in Eva-00 is, and this remains as one of the major mysteries of the series.  Analysis of various clues and hints dropped through the series reveals that it was ''probably'' the soul of Rei 1, the first Rei Ayanami clone, though there are some outside theories that it was [[Naoko Akagi]].
The identity of the soul contained in Eva-00 is never ''directly'' stated, but analysis of various clues and hints dropped through the series points to it being the soul of Rei 1, the first Rei Ayanami clone (or a part thereof).
:''For more in-depth analysis, see "[[The Soul in Evangelion Unit-00]]"''
:''For more in-depth analysis, see "[[Eva-00's soul]]".''
 
==Operational History==
Evangelion Unit-00 has seen less action than the Test Type Eva-01 and the Production Model [[Eva-02]], usually playing an auxiliary role. This Eva was occasionally used to transport critical equipment, such as when it carried parts for the [[positron rifle]] in Episode 05 and the [[Spear of Longinus]] at the end of [[Episode 14]].
 
Although Eva-00 was the first working Evangelion out of a very long line of failed prototypes, it was not the first Evangelion to engage in combat with an Angel.  That honor belongs to Eva-01. Eva-00 had gone berserk during an activation test 21 days before the Third Angel, [[Sachiel]], arrived. During the incident the entry plug was ejected, possibly by the Eva itself, causing serious injuries to the pilot, Rei Ayanami.
 
Following a successful activation test, Eva-00 played a critical support role in the battle against [[Ramiel]], using a heat shield from an SSTO spacecraft to shield Eva-01 from the Angel's deadly particle beam. During this battle, it suffered severe thermal damage, and as a result had to undergo extensive repairs, which included a complete replacement of the original orange armor with a new set of blue armor. Eva-00's new armor fit is identical to those used in the Production Model Evangelions, including pylons.
 
Eva-00 participated in the battle against the Ninth Angel, [[Matarael]], again as a backup player. It fought against the Tenth Angel, [[Sahaquiel]], stopping it from overwhelming Eva-01 and opening its AT Field for Eva-02 to strike the fatal blow. It lost its left arm in the battle against [[Bardiel]], and suffered critical skull damage in the battle against [[Zeruel]].
 
Eva-00 finally got to take center stage during the battle against the orbital Angel [[Arael]], throwing the original Spear of Longinus to defeat the Angel. It was lost in the battle with [[Armisael]], when it self-destructed to destroy the Angel.


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Latest revision as of 01:10, 24 September 2021

NGE NTE Anima Other

Evangelion Unit-00
Eva-00
零号機
Model Type Prototype
Pilot(s) Rei Ayanami
Soul(s) Rei 1 (Go here for why.)
First Sortie Episode 06



Eva-00 was the first operational Evangelion. Being a prototype, it was not originally equipped for combat, but was later upgraded and brought into battle against the Angels.

Profile

As is the case for all the Evangelions, except Eva-01, the method of Eva-00's creation is not known. It is known, however, that it was the first working prototype after many failures. Whether the creation process was perfected with Eva-00, or if something new was tried, would be pure conjecture.

What is known is that the original design for the prototype Eva had been created a long time ago; Fuyutsuki sees a mockup of Eva-00 in 2003, with the same orange and white color combination and the same head design. We also learn here that Eva-00 would have had a cluster of five cameras beneath its single eye lens.

Eva-00 is the most unstable of the Evangelions, going wildly berserk on two occasions: once during its activation experiment with Rei, and again during its interchangeability experiment with Shinji. Despite these incidents, Rei retains good control over the Eva once it is operational, using it successfully in quite sensitive tasks such as handling the Lance of Longinus on two occasions, and both fetching and firing the SDF's positron cannon.

Physical Features

Eva-00 Before/After Refitting

By column, from left to right, starting top left:

    1. Original plating
    2. Refit Plating
    1. Original without pylons
    2. Refit, with pylons
Eva-00(left) in the Proposal

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The Eva's face has never been revealed on-screen, being covered by the helmet and faceplate at all times. Unique to Eva-00 is the large optical lens on its faceplate. In addition, the faceplate lacks nostril holes or a proper jawline. Monitor readouts of the Evangelion's internal organs reveal that it actually has two eyes as well as nostrils and a jawline. The design of the helmet suggests that Eva-00's skull might be somewhat narrower than those of other Evangelions.

Eva-00 originally had orange armor and a different arrangement of plates than Eva-01 and the Production Model Evangelions, and when first seen did not have shoulder pylons attached. After sustaining severe damage from the Angel Ramiel, Eva-00 was refitted with the same armor design as the Production Model Evangelions: shoulder pylons were added, the armor plating was altered, and the color scheme was changed from the original orange to blue. The repaired Eva-00 is also seen to possess retro-rockets in her shoulder pylons in Episode 11, as well as a Progressive Knife, seen in Episode 12.

An early Eva-00 design seen in the Proposal has a head design identical to that used in the show. In addition, the blue color scheme is very similar to that used in the repaired Eva-00.

Soul

The identity of the soul contained in Eva-00 is never directly stated, but analysis of various clues and hints dropped through the series points to it being the soul of Rei 1, the first Rei Ayanami clone (or a part thereof).

For more in-depth analysis, see "Eva-00's soul".

Operational History

Evangelion Unit-00 has seen less action than the Test Type Eva-01 and the Production Model Eva-02, usually playing an auxiliary role. This Eva was occasionally used to transport critical equipment, such as when it carried parts for the positron rifle in Episode 05 and the Spear of Longinus at the end of Episode 14.

Although Eva-00 was the first working Evangelion out of a very long line of failed prototypes, it was not the first Evangelion to engage in combat with an Angel. That honor belongs to Eva-01. Eva-00 had gone berserk during an activation test 21 days before the Third Angel, Sachiel, arrived. During the incident the entry plug was ejected, possibly by the Eva itself, causing serious injuries to the pilot, Rei Ayanami.

Following a successful activation test, Eva-00 played a critical support role in the battle against Ramiel, using a heat shield from an SSTO spacecraft to shield Eva-01 from the Angel's deadly particle beam. During this battle, it suffered severe thermal damage, and as a result had to undergo extensive repairs, which included a complete replacement of the original orange armor with a new set of blue armor. Eva-00's new armor fit is identical to those used in the Production Model Evangelions, including pylons.

Eva-00 participated in the battle against the Ninth Angel, Matarael, again as a backup player. It fought against the Tenth Angel, Sahaquiel, stopping it from overwhelming Eva-01 and opening its AT Field for Eva-02 to strike the fatal blow. It lost its left arm in the battle against Bardiel, and suffered critical skull damage in the battle against Zeruel.

Eva-00 finally got to take center stage during the battle against the orbital Angel Arael, throwing the original Spear of Longinus to defeat the Angel. It was lost in the battle with Armisael, when it self-destructed to destroy the Angel.


Evangelions
Evangelions (general)
Failed Evangelion Prototypes | Simulation Bodies
Eva-00 | Eva-01 | Eva-02 | Eva-03 | Eva-04 | Mass Production Evangelions (Evas 05~13)
Rebuild of Evangelion: Mark.04 | Eva-05 | Mark.06 | Eva-08 | Mark.09 | Eva-13
Eva 8+2 | Mass Production Evangelions | Failures of Infinity
Other: Extracanonical Evas


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