In 2015, the world's demise looms and only Nerv, a specialized United Nations agency, and their Evangelions possess the power necessary to save humanity from the Angels. Gendou Ikari spearheads the search for capable pilots to connect with the colossal machines and unleash their full potential, aided by Tactical Operations Head Misato Katsuragi and Chief Scientist Ritsuko Akagi. For Shinji Ikari, a 14-year-old who has been estranged from his father, a chance encounter thrusts him into a daunting new reality. He must shoulder the burden of piloting Evangelion Unit-01, which carries the fate of humankind on his young shoulders. Neon Genesis Evangelion, penned by Hideaki Anno, tracks the brave journey of a young boy who is destined for greatness. As he conquers his fears and battles for his future, he unravels secrets beyond his wildest dreams, ultimately shaking the very foundation of the world as he knows it.