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| − | A '''core''' (コア) is a red, spherical organ possessed by all [[Angels]] and [[Evangelions]], | + | A '''core''' (コア) is a red, spherical organ possessed by all [[Angels]] and [[Evangelions]], appearing to uniformly serve as a container for the [[soul]] of the Angel or the Eva. In addition, it is implied that the core serves as the primary power organ, probably housing the [[S² Engine]] in all Angels and those Evangelions equipped with it as well. The core is (typically) the only vital point of Angels and Evas; unless it is sufficiently damaged, these entities can receive inordinate amounts of damage without truly dying. In all probability, the core is capable of supplying power for a limited duration even without an S² Engine, which would explain how a non- S² Engine equipped Evangelion can go [[berserk]] without a power source. |
A core is very hard and somewhat resistant to damage, though a solid strike from a [[Progressive Knife]] is enough to destroy one. Physically, cores are actually fairly brittle, and when damaged shards chip off and the core fractures, visually behaving like crystaline material. | A core is very hard and somewhat resistant to damage, though a solid strike from a [[Progressive Knife]] is enough to destroy one. Physically, cores are actually fairly brittle, and when damaged shards chip off and the core fractures, visually behaving like crystaline material. | ||
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| − | + | In humanoids such as [[Adam]], the Evas, and the Angels [[Sachiel]],[[Zeruel]] and [[Israfel]], the core lies exposed in the solar plexus region. [[Lilith]], alternatively, has no exposed core, and being outside of Adam's "family", she may not possess one at all. The organ is positioned variously in other Angels. Examples: | |
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*[[Shamshel]]: "Throat" region, exposed | *[[Shamshel]]: "Throat" region, exposed | ||
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*[[Arael]]: Between "brachial" wings, free-floating | *[[Arael]]: Between "brachial" wings, free-floating | ||
| − | Leliel's unusual nature results in what appears to be a flat (rather than spherical) glowing core within three-dimensional space. [[Ireul]] presents another odd case in being a collection of many microscopic entities: Is there one "shared" core, or does each individual possess its own? The nature of the cores possessed by the amorphous [[Bardiel]] and [[Armisael]] is also unknown. | + | Leliel's unusual nature results in what appears to be a flat (rather than spherical) glowing core within three-dimensional space. [[Ireul]] presents another odd case in being a collection of many microscopic entities: Is there one "shared" core, or does each individual possess its own? The nature of the cores possessed by the amorphous [[Bardiel]] and [[Armisael]] is also unknown. |
| − | For [[Yui Ikari|Yui]] and [[Kyoko Zeppelin Soryu|Kyoko's]] [[Contact Experiment|Contact Experiments]] and Eva piloting, the ventral end of the [[Entry Plug]] is inserted into the core. According to preparations made prior to Yui's Contact Experiment, a cylindrical cavity is excavated to permit the accomodation of the plug ([[Episode 21|21']]). Eva cores also seem to generate their own supply of [[LCL]] ([[Episode 20|20]], [[Episode 23|23']], [[Episode 26'|26']]). | + | For [[Yui Ikari|Yui]] and [[Kyoko Zeppelin Soryu|Kyoko's]] [[Contact Experiment|Contact Experiments]] and Eva piloting, the ventral end of the [[Entry Plug]] is inserted into the core. According to preparations made prior to Yui's Contact Experiment, a cylindrical cavity is excavated to permit the accomodation of the plug ([[Episode 21|21']]). Eva cores also seem to generate their own supply of [[LCL]] ([[Episode 20|20]], [[Episode 23'|23']], [[Episode 26'|26']]). |
[[Evangelion Unit-01|Eva-01]] uniquely possesses two to four small core-like structures that are situated around her main core. Since it is implied that Nerv can alter or even manufacture cores (or some form of) the smaller cores might be artificial inserts, for purposes unknown. | [[Evangelion Unit-01|Eva-01]] uniquely possesses two to four small core-like structures that are situated around her main core. Since it is implied that Nerv can alter or even manufacture cores (or some form of) the smaller cores might be artificial inserts, for purposes unknown. | ||
Revision as of 22:57, 29 December 2007
A core (コア) is a red, spherical organ possessed by all Angels and Evangelions, appearing to uniformly serve as a container for the soul of the Angel or the Eva. In addition, it is implied that the core serves as the primary power organ, probably housing the S² Engine in all Angels and those Evangelions equipped with it as well. The core is (typically) the only vital point of Angels and Evas; unless it is sufficiently damaged, these entities can receive inordinate amounts of damage without truly dying. In all probability, the core is capable of supplying power for a limited duration even without an S² Engine, which would explain how a non- S² Engine equipped Evangelion can go berserk without a power source.
A core is very hard and somewhat resistant to damage, though a solid strike from a Progressive Knife is enough to destroy one. Physically, cores are actually fairly brittle, and when damaged shards chip off and the core fractures, visually behaving like crystaline material.
In humanoids such as Adam, the Evas, and the Angels Sachiel,Zeruel and Israfel, the core lies exposed in the solar plexus region. Lilith, alternatively, has no exposed core, and being outside of Adam's "family", she may not possess one at all. The organ is positioned variously in other Angels. Examples:
- Shamshel: "Throat" region, exposed
- Ramiel: Centralized location, internal (never seen)
- Gaghiel: Back of mouth, visible with jaws open
- Sahaquiel: Center of "eye", exposed
- Arael: Between "brachial" wings, free-floating
Leliel's unusual nature results in what appears to be a flat (rather than spherical) glowing core within three-dimensional space. Ireul presents another odd case in being a collection of many microscopic entities: Is there one "shared" core, or does each individual possess its own? The nature of the cores possessed by the amorphous Bardiel and Armisael is also unknown.
For Yui and Kyoko's Contact Experiments and Eva piloting, the ventral end of the Entry Plug is inserted into the core. According to preparations made prior to Yui's Contact Experiment, a cylindrical cavity is excavated to permit the accomodation of the plug (21'). Eva cores also seem to generate their own supply of LCL (20, 23', 26').
Eva-01 uniquely possesses two to four small core-like structures that are situated around her main core. Since it is implied that Nerv can alter or even manufacture cores (or some form of) the smaller cores might be artificial inserts, for purposes unknown.
At Second Impact, a black circle or ellipse appears in Adam's solar plexus region, apparently smaller in size than the core itself (OP, 12). Possibly related, a dark circle (sphere?) manifests within Eva-01's core shortly before she fuses with the Spear of Longinus (26').
Notes
- While the characters consistently refer to the core as "koa" ("core"), the term koukyuu (光球) is sometimes observed in print. Koukyuu means "photosphere" ("a sphere of light or radiance") and is apparently in reference to the core's luminescent properties.
