It obvious that his wish for Asuka's return at this point is more about having some sense of normalcy restored to the household than anything else. Mientras, Shinji, Asuka y Rei merodean por Japn. Interestingly, Rei picks up on the fact Asuka is envious of Shinji attaining a higher synch score. In this episode the rivalry between Asuka and Shinji once again finds its way into the story. They are now able to accept one another, and if they are able to grow and change, they can be happy.[14]. This is certainly the most fitting back and forth to express the main issue in their relationship: communication. When Shinji muses to the group about the praise he received from Gendo upon completion of the operation and how it might be his reason for being a pilot, Asuka, again a bit incredulous, makes fun of him for it, believing it to be a stupid reason. Asuka:"The sight of you makes me so irritated!". It also adds more lines for Asuka bemoaning Shinji and makes this context even clearer by adding additional past scenes with Asuka and Shinji, like him rescuing her in Episode 10. However, Shinji responds Shinji: LIARS!! This is done echoing the way his mother Yui caressed Shinji just before he returned to the real world. Asuka before confessing her feelings to Kaji. It is worth adding that Shinji's feelings of sexual frustration is also emphasized here, as several rapid, but still lingering shots from his point of view focuses on Asuka's eyes, lips, cleavage, neck and shoulders, and legs, as she makes her accusations, as if to imply that the more physical side of his attraction to her acts as an additional barrier for their communication, at least for him. The first is as brief as it is important to understand Asuka's instinctive and superficial dislike of Shinji throughout the series. Asuka strongly desires to be recognized as an adult, and believes she can become an adult through sexuality, ironically a fundamentally adolescent notion.Connected to the flashback is the following scene, in which Asuka, at a station, is trying to call Kaji on the phone but fails to get through to him on the phone. In two instances in the episode we see Asuka addressing Shinji sarcastically as Shinji-sama; first, in a burst of anger as she is in the locker room (with Rei) and then during the fight against Leliel. This "love umbrella" is an traditional reference to someone being paired up as a couple. You can do anything you like to my body, as you did at that time.". [126] i'll never forgive y'all for mischaracterizing him omfg. Additionally, Asuka shows that she is not only aware that Shinji has masturbated to her in the hospital, but clearly implies it is in fact a habit of his. As she looks up, she notices Rei and Shinji on another platform, talking (the first time since Shinji's incident), prompting an annoyed reaction: "He spent an entire month dissolved inside Eva and he's already back to his old ways. Armed with new knowledge that her mother has always been by her side, a rejuvenated Asuka easily defeats the JSSDF attackers. If Shinji was able to get to the Eva early, it is entirely possible he and Asuka could have defeated the MP Evas. As Misato is accompanying Shinji home, he expresses to her how he didn't enjoy being praised due to Asuka's angry reaction, showing concern for her. They had inserted some references to Eva and particularly End of Evangelion in the film. Because you don't say anything, Asuka. It proves to be her stepmother instead. (itself an euphemism in Enlgish), in the Japanese literally "Is that why you held/embraced him?". Regardless, the scene plays out as it originally did, but the kiss itself is then replaced by Asuka's accusations. Her rash decision leads them both to a defeat when the angel proves capable of duplicating itself. A very important episode for Asuka, completely devoid of any angel fights. In fact, in an earlier EoE script, Shinji would not masturbate in the hospital, but instead in his room, thinking of Asuka with superimposed images of breasts (similar to what Shinji sees when he is asked by Lilith-Rei what he wishes for just before entering Instrumentality) and even his face as he ejaculated. As Neon Genesis Evangelion. Hearing this, Anno first stands silent and confused for a moment. The episode also introduces Kaji Ryoji, Asuka's ex guardian and a man she is shown to have feelings for. Her familiarity with Shinji is at once apparent as she greets him with a cheery "Guten Morgen! Often times it is impossible to determine with certainty if the characters are themselves or just a projection, a limited representation of who they really are. Typically antagonists in stories have interesting backgrounds and motives, which lead them to what they do. In-story: shinji can't figure out how to honestly relate to asuka except as a sex object, so when given the opportunity, he does a terrible, selfish thing without regard for her. Friends see a relationship of which the character's themselves are blind, either teasing or offering advice, however their mutual insecurities keep them from attaining something deeper. He doesn't know how to relate to people." Harkening back to Asuka's desire to be perceived as an adult, Kaji, whom Asuka now has further confirmation is lost to her, appears, telling her again that she's still a child which Shinji also says to himself earlier in Episode 9 when he catches a glimpse of Asuka crying for her mother. To express it in "technical" terms, the shadow is an "unconscious aspect of the personality which the conscious ego does not identify in itself. In hindsight though, Asuka's reaction can easily be interpreted as her being defensive. As she gets close to him, she briefly clings his arm, but then she smells Misato's perfume on his jacket and realizes something happened between them. [4] As the kiss ends without the affection she was looking for, Asuka (frustrated with Shinji's passivity and cluelessness) runs to the bathroom to hide her pain. Asuka: "Idiot! Asuka's loneliness and need for help and love, is the main focus of the scene. In this scene, Asuka's uneasiness and nervousness at Shinji being on her mind, and talking about him with Hikari, is made quite clear. These Saturday January 7, and Sunday 8, 2023, you want things to go smoothly with lots of outings and good deals. This further reinforces Asuka's implication that this was not only a spur-of-the-moment act. The poster for End of Evangelion directly parallels this scene, except that this time Asuka and Shinji are close to one another, the barrier between is gone, and they seem much more relaxed and at ease with each other. I thought that Asuka would occupy the position of an "idol" in the Eva world, and that [Asuka and] Shinji should be just like the relationship between Nadia and Jean." In a way she seems to be having fun. Starting off with Asuka attacking Shinji for being too quick to apologize, only to then express her jealousy and frustration at Misato when she tries to take Shinji in defense, accusing her of enabling Shinji's bad habits by being too soft on him and only being in a good mood due to being back together with Kaji. In fact, the movie starts in the same date End of Evangelion was released.- Love & Pop Theatrical Booklet (1998), In contrast to the simple "favourable feelings" Shinji has with most other characters, Evangelion Chronicle describes their relationship as "complex feelings" and "love and hate. Shinji struggles with being alone and not having Asuka to chastise him, which triggers some inappropriate feelings. Asuka briefly appears during Rei's contamination scene, the subject of Rei's jealousy due to the attention Shinji pays her by visiting her at the hospital. Asuka starts to resent Shinji's success because, unlike Shinji, Asuka has not only deposited almost her entire self-worth into piloting, she has spent almost her entire life working for it, so Shinji surpassing her in so little time is unearned and unjust in her opinion, as if he did not deserve this success as he has not worked hard enough for it. Their goals are vague, but it is implied that they are trying to receive, the First Angel, Adam. Shinji knows nothing". Regardless of this, the four main exchanges between Asuka and Shinji are worthy of individual analysis. And what is especially notable is the fact that Asuka is explicitly portrayed as being the dominant part in the situation: she is on top of Shinji and has him effectively pinned down. Asuka, Rei and Shinji find themselves having to deal with a blackout at the base, while having to reach their Eva in order to confront the angel attacking (Matarael). They have an eventful first meeting, complete with instant dislike and sexual misunderstandings. Shinji's mother Yui died during the Contact Experiment, and her soul was fused into the body of the fleshy prototype Unit-01 when her body was destroyed. Ritsuko uses the same euphemism as Asuka: "Is that why you slept with him?" The only condition she sets is for him to be hers only, representing Asuka's possessive and jealous nature. There is no clear answer, as their relationship is unlike those traditionally portrayed in this sort of story. Not only do Shinji and Asuka miss a chance to connect further, they also fail to establish support from one other that they would desperately need as the war with the Angels worsens in subsequent episodes. line, one of the results of ADV's creative liberties. Make fun of me like you always do! She also expresses her annoyance at Shinji having yet to learn the identity of the fourth pilot (Toji). In Japanese, "to hold [someone]" is a double entendre for "having sex with". This doujin has been translated on Evageeks and a full scanlation is also available on its thread. Don't come near me. Further reinforcing how Shinji has supplanted Kaji as the target of her ambitions, he appears beside her ex-guardian. The opening scene of the episode introduces Asuka as being in a very volatile mood. Forced to come to terms with her feelings for him, she snarls: "Why are you there?! In the Eva series towards the end, after Asuka returns to nerv and goes to the hospital, Shinji visits her. When the Eva finally moves to let Shinji in, Shinji finally sees Asuka's mutilated Unit 02. You are you, I am I". You won't do anything! At first completely surprised at Shinji's rescue, Asuka quickly gathers herself enough to make a token attempt at keeping up appearances, quietly calling Shinji a "fool" and a "show-off", but her expression plainly shows her true feelings; in spite of herself, she cannot help but tenderly smile at his action, both impressed and grateful. Throughout the Action Arc and into the beginning of the Descent Arc their interactions follow many conventions of romantic comedy. After Shinji's safe return, she is shown to further express envy for the attention given to him, when Misato hugs him in tears, by saying to her: "Didn't you say you would scold him?". Instead of reacting to him with aggression or hostility as she has done many times before, she reacts with compassion, gentleness and affection. Shinji then approached her and spoke to her, begging her to help him. The alternate universe shown in this episode makes use of traditional anime school setting tropes, with Asuka presented as Shinji's childhood friend, a setting later recycled in spin-offs such as [Days] and Shinji Ikari Raising Project. You won't even hold me!". Some fans believe that the Asuka in Episode 26' is not real, and is instead a fake or a creation of Shinji's mind. After all, I lost and to the likes of you.". Shinji's line can not only be interpreted as a cry for help or promise of commitment, but that sort of expression, According to Megumi Ogata, Shinji's voice actress, the scene itself was modelled on an experience of a female friend of Anno's. . This is on the "purpose" of what he is trying to express. In truth, she was seeking some love and help from Shinji. An episode rich in Asuka-Shinji content, it also proves to be one of the most difficult to interpret. Starting off with Asuka moving to Shinji's school (and eventually his house), the episode focuses on the previously introduced theme of synchronization. The accusation in question should not be interpreted as an inability to feel but as an inability to translate the feelings to meaningful acts of love. Dec 9, 2016 - Explore raul guereca's board "shinji x asuka" on Pinterest. The reference to the "Walls of Jericho" (famously destroyed in the battle of Jericho), could be seen as a reference to Asuka needing someone to push through her barriers and truly understand her. Japanese men, as in other related manners, tend to be indirect when talking about their feelings. You just want to keep things ambiguous! The mind-violation doesn't help Asuka better accept herself or Shinji, it simply serves the purpose of allowing the viewer to better understand her. In what is one of the most recognizable moments of the episode, Asuka forces Shinji to join her in her mech (while also forcing him to wear her plugsuit), to fight the angel, in order to further prove to him her skill. Wooing you means in the bible. Asuka's resentment is clear; she still feels defeated by Shinji, as Misato will also point out later in the episode, and she hates the fact that he was able to go back to his normality so easily. he knows and admits that it's fucked up, but doesn't stop himself. The moment also proves to Asuka her importance to Shinji, making his future failures (to help her) even more frustrating. Rei, as a transfer student, even plays the role of a romantic rival - something that isn't necessarily the case in the series proper. It is interesting to note that, in the message, where she pretends to be stalked by a pervert just to get Kaji to pick up, she shouts for his "help". Because Shinji has already been able to access Misato's memories, there is no reason to believe this is not the real Asuka since they are already inside Instrumentality. Shinji's equally angry and frustrated reply makes it clear what has happened; he has realized that Kaji is dead and will not be coming back, and has tried to explain this to Asuka who is by now in obvious denial about that fact. comment, also scribbled over. It is important to note that, in the second part of the mind-violation, Asuka denies feeling lonely and reaffirms her independent attitude. H e va al hospital de NERV para ver a Asuka en coma, suplicndole que lo ayude. Despite the annoyed tone, the remark can be seen as her admission of needing the boy's support in the fight. In truth, Shinji's attempts to help Asuka are simply a selfish way to gain her love and acceptance. Yet, she may also be feeling a bit jealous of the attention Shinji is giving to Rei, even though Asuka is the one that distanced herself from him, to begin with. Shinji's reaction isn't particularly amusing for Asuka, as he doesn't quite know what to say and blushes, prompting Asuka to call him a "boring little boy". Rei and, to a lesser extent, Asuka can beat up perverts with scary casualness. Incidentally, to amplify the Misato/Kaji and Ritsuko/Gendo parallels, in Episode 25, during Misato's Instrumentality section, she is questioned by Ritsuko why she slept with Kaji. Taking place in a fake version of their living room (similar to ep.24), Shinji approaches Asuka in an attempt to help her only to be met by her rejection, yet he is also asking for her companionship. Asuka wants Shinji to kiss her . Teenage boys are not as weird as everyone says but yeah they can kinda suck. Shaking her, Shinji accidentally removes her hospital gown, exposing Asuka's breasts. [8] Similarly to how he failed to support Asuka emotionally in the series, Shinji also fails to help her during the MPE fight, causing her to get physically hurt, and this has the ultimate effect of allowing Third Impact to happen. This is an additional hint of Asuka's need for other people's support. 22 we find it meant a lot more. He does not understand that people have their own insecurities and emotional needs. Shinji doesn't make any move to initiate the kiss (notice that Asuka pauses, expecting Shinji to lean in while he simply closes his eyes and waits). 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