Close up of Misato’s right hand as she plays with the pen in her hand.
BGM START: E-1 rhythm only [Spending Time in Preparation]
Strategist A (OFF):“Based on the data we have gathered so far, it appears that the target automatically eliminates any enemy that comes within a certain range of it.”
FreakyFilmFan4ever: This is the beginning of the whole "come up with a plan" montage. notice how the quick cutting to various people throughout this montage contrasts from the lingering shot of Misato standing alone in shot 49.