Introjection: How EVANGELION Handles HEROISM

[@conorbrady1839]

Hey. Love the video. Love the whole series. Delighted you got sponsored. Get that bag. You deserve to be raking in some more money on this project. But please. Put all of the advertising in one, 2 minute section at the middle of the video. One little callback to the sponsored segment is fine but man the repeated intrusions of the advertising felt insulting. It really dilutes the quality of your analysis too. I know its something you will learn to incorporate better! Cant wait for the next installment!

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you so much for the support and feedback, I really appreciate it. Sponsored segments are always difficult to incorporate, and I've never done it before in my own videos, so I really appreciate the understanding and support. Went for something a little more experimental, and I knew not everyone would appreciate it in the same way. Thank you for letting me know your thoughts so I can continue to improve with future endeavors!

[@haydenvisscher7157]

@@timberw0lfstudios I foubd myself completely being taken out of the analysis everytime a different advertisement break came in so I have to agree with this feeback.

[@lionheart4424]

Honestly I am surprised that people did not like how he integrated the promo segments. I found them to be one of the most ingenius ways to include sponsorship that I have ever seen considering the product is 100% related to the content.

[@byte.mp311]

@@lionheart4424part of the problem is it started to feel like we were watching a commercial rather than an amazing breakdown and analysis of NGE. I think if Timber toned it back, kept it to a quick 1:30 minute advertisement with a callback at the end, it would feel a lot better.

[@lionheart4424]

@@byte.mp311that's why I liked it! I mean it shows how creative he is with his content. A 1:30 minute ad would have been skipped right away, too long IMO. But I get it, people prefer how KZbinrs present their sponsorships the standard way.

[@LazyBazooka]

babe wake up new edit of evangelion just dropped

[@dman_]

dude i was gonna comment this

[@melfox4578]

@@dman_same here

[@Dougurasufilm]

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[@analogmoz]

Babe, NPC wants to wake, let's GOOOOOOO . Time for a new way to express your excitement.

[@thelegendofner0]

​@@analogmoz the only thing worse are these "We making it out of x with this 🔥🔥🔥" npc comments lol

[@samuraibobafett1118]

Great timing to release this one during EoE's theater run. :D

[@timberw0lfstudios]

I was really hoping to have it out last Friday, but delays kept arising. Glad I was able to get out as soon as I did!

[@SomeUsernameSomeoneElseTookIt]

hell yeah i got to see it in theaters it's awesome

[@alcatrazvongola]

The act where Shinji finally becomes the Neon Genesis Evangelion!

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Yes indeed!

[@josedorsaith5261]

I wonder how much Shinji noticed the hypocrisy of the adult figures demanding he not run away, despite running away from their own issues.

[@timberw0lfstudios]

I think he had an idea by the end of things.

[@JabamiLain]

​@@timberw0lfstudioshe did. That's one of the reasons for his final decision.

[@BeegManOG]

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[@timberw0lfstudios]

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[@iug5672]

I think Toji's presence in the the train kinda fits with your perspective from the previous video that Toji is, by all means, dead. He exists there like a ghost, separated from the living pilot. In a different plane of existence(train cart) associated with the angels/EVAs and their pilots. Though his connection with Shinji persists, it is a very faint connection, where he only gets to watch. Unlike(though clearly similar) to the more direct manner one could connect with others inside inside the human instrumentality's collective mind.

[@timberw0lfstudios]

I definitely agree. Brings scenes of instrumentality to mind, and makes me wonder if it was meant as a hint to the eventual end of the show. Food for thought.

[@IvanRSaldias]

I believe that Toji's presence on the the train is a mere stylish transition without any particular meaning. Like a chain continuing the "train" (pun intended) of thought of shinji

[@timberw0lfstudios]

I totally agree; that makes a lot of sense to me.

[@toddmansilver12]

your analysis is art in its own right. deeply entertaining, highly introspective and insightful, it is truly something to behold and I look forward to the next as I finish the previous.

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Aww thank you so much! I'm glad these videos are proving insightful and valuable, and I'm so excited to continue making them.

[@MD0K]

[solemn voice] Shinji arrives at Kaji's melons [ad copy read enthusiastic voice] and you too can get kaji's melons at FX. Love your videos but the tonal whiplash of midroll ad reads just breaks it totally for me. Like many other creators say, regardless of what the client thinks, a very small percentage are gonna stop a video, go to another website, and much less buy. In video ads are always best at the end, for the content, for the creator and for the client. Great video!

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you so much for the feedback! I've read some numbers indicating mid-roll ads perform best, hence why we with them, but it's very true that in Evangelion especially it's difficult to integrate a sponsored segment without killing the momentum and mood. I'll be working harder next time to present the segment in a more standard format. Thank you again for the feedback and support!

[@sauerkrautlanguage]

i always hate mfs saying Shinji has no spine, prefering a prepackaged action hero to one who rises to the occassion despite internal conflict.

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Absolutely. I'll take Shinji and his struggles over Goku any day. (I really shouldn't say that; I don't watch Dragonball and have no idea what Goku's gone through.)

[@whosilence]

@@timberw0lfstudios he died and ressurrected, then died and ressurrected, and then couldn't keep Namekusei from exploding for a hundred episodes. That's basically it

[@rimjobledouche5201]

Shinji's heroic turn described here was utterly horrifying. The near-pleasure he feels as he's ripping Zeruel's face off is almost pineal. It's nightmarish.

[@josedorsaith5261]

The fact Shinji is only 14 is massive detail they seem to ignore, too. He had to develop a personality through hardship and self-determination, which makes him less of a Gary Stu as the series goes on. Maybe the critics disliked not being able to project onto the blank slate anymore

[@IWADsarecool]

him growing a spine IS THE POINT of his character arc, he learns to not run away from his problems

[@sourlab]

First of all , that thumbnail is amazing Second , K A J I S M E L O N S third , thats gotta be the best and funniest way of putting a sponsor in a vid Fourth , man that comparison with ep 1 and 19 was so cool Fifth , YES THAT SHOT OF SHINJI GRINDING ZURIELS FACE IS SO SICK sixth , purple representing power is actually rlly smart And finally seventh man your analysis on this series is so good , congratulations on 10k absolutely deserved !

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you so so much! I'm glad you appreciated the sponsor implementation and found so much of the imagery and analysis valuable and entertaining. I really appreciate your feedback and support; it means the world!

[@pedroamares8464]

I could not tell you the last time I looked forward to consuming any kind of media, be it a movie or a tv series. But your videos make me feel that eagerness again. The pacing, the intensity - and the silences - in your narration have more than once brought me to tears, not to mention the superb level of the edits and music, all just so very high. Thank you for doing this, and congrats on getting the sponsor.

[@timberw0lfstudios]

You flatter me, honestly. I'm beyond happy to know these videos are continuing to help others discover new love for the medium, and I'm super excited to cover the rest of this series. Thank you so much for the support and encouragement!

[@BigGuyBurrito]

We are cooking with this one ❗️❗️🔥

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Can confirm, are cooking. I am currently on fire. Someone please call the fire department.

[@charliekowittmusic]

Just wow. I’m a musician/writer and more of a literary analyst. You bring SO MUCH MORE to Eva with your insights on film. There are so many times the camera angles make you feel an intention from the director/character. And you relay it with so much clarity and context. I’m looking forward to the next chapter! And I’m sincerely hoping you cover End of Evangelion. Thanks for the great work!

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Aww, you flatter me, honestly! Thank you so much for the kind words and support, it means a lot! I'm glad this video proved insightful and valuable to you, and I'm excited to continue covering the series and hopefully the End of Evangelion as well!

[@afflict9341]

Found this channel recently. Love the analysis, keep doing what you love ❤️

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Aww thank you so much! I really appreciate it. I'm glad you're enjoying the videos, and I'm excited to keep making what I love. Thank you again!

[@psyco-grade2270]

Great analysis as always. One detail worth mentioning is when the entry plug goes from orange to purple, the controls become obscured. This could be just an incident of the lighting, or (and far more interesting) could mean that Shinji has bonded with unit 01 to such a level that the controls of the cockpit are an unnecessary formality now.

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you so much! I took the distortion to be the AT Field generating from their merged souls, but the indication it could also be a visual downgrade of the mechanic's necessity is so awesome. Thanks for pointing it out!

[@TheCoronet]

One of my favorite episodes; I was waiting for this one! An absolutely awesome episode, Both ep 19, and your analysis. I have so much more appreciation for how shows are edited now, not just Evangelion. The left vs right screen direction you mentioned from ep 1 feels like I've opened my 3rd eye. Thanks for the videos!

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you so much, I'm so glad you enjoyed! So happy to hear these videos are helping others find new ways to love their favorite media. I'm excited to cover more; thank you for your encouragement and support!

[@AndrewDasilvaPLT]

Thank you for your work.

[@timberw0lfstudios]

You're very welcome; thank you for your support!

[@BertoPlease]

Wooooo we sponsored, bois 🥳

[@timberw0lfstudios]

We finally made it, thanks to all your support!

[@AndrewDasilvaPLT]

15:30 - smelling blood can also be sensing a female, Yui.

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Good point!

[@Oonder22]

Nice video drop! I now know what I am doing after dinner!

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Oh awesome! I hope it lives up to expectations! Enjoy dinner!

[@ComfortZoneComic]

Only a few seconds in to the video and I have to pause to write how the moment when Shinji yells Misato! While pinning the enemy against the lift wall is Soooo one of my favorite moments ever ....gets me every time I rewatch. The teamwork , the multitasking in combat... just.... chef-kiss Edit after watching: Catharsis defined, I see you agree. Yo, any chance for a discontinued for a bugger backpack next? Thanks

[@timberw0lfstudios]

That scene is awesome: had to call it out. As for the backpack, I'll see what I can do!

[@ComfortZoneComic]

@timberw0lfstudios tnx ,Boss and for the vids too as usual

[@lionheart4424]

LOVED this episode! I am so happy to see you got sponsored and man that collab of Studio Khara with FX Creations is fiyaaaa! I have the ASUS ROG X Eva SSD enclosure and it's a thing of beauty. You integrated the promo so smoothly into the video that Kaji must be proud (may he rest in piece). Thanks for keeping the quality content on, God bless.

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you so much! I'm so glad you appreciated and enjoyed the video; I'm excited to cover more soon!

[@Peter_I_Am]

It’s always exciting when one of these drop! Another great video!

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you so much; I'm so glad you enjoyed!

[@patricknewton3005]

What an incredible analysis. You are helping me discover new things about this amazing show.

[@timberw0lfstudios]

I'm so glad to hear that. I love this show so much, and knowing I'm helping others to love it even more warms my soul. Thank you for your encouragement and support!

[@10kkk_24]

Thank you for your work! You are my hero!

[@timberw0lfstudios]

You're so very welcome! Thank you for your support; you're my hero!

[@Taylahay]

Can't wait for the next one!!!

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Me neither! Thank you for all your support. I'm happy to say the next video is on its way!

[@gabrote42]

1:18 According to my father this is the last or second to last episode that he could understand before the plot became unnecessarily complicated, and his third favourite after Decisive Battle and the very first one. I like this episode a lot but you really can see a lot of deterioration. I recently showed EoE to him and he dewpised anything but the visuals, and was somewhat baffled that they took shinji in that direction (he failed to be immersed) 3:48 That may be the case but as we saw, the EVA was perfectly capable of extracting the Entry Plug in relatively pristine condition. Had Gendo shown more of his Matarael behavior instead of his now signature Gendo Ikari Memorial Father of The Year Award demeanor, he could have properly informed Shinji of this, had him fight with due care (maybe encouraging him to be brutal by claiming a low synch ratio and "the quicker you remove the shell, the quicker the Pilot will be reclaimed"), but while Shinji has no right to doom the world, it's not unreasonable to demand better command skills from the supreme commander with a magical scroll of prophecy in his posession 4:35 great turn of phrase. And Shinji was going to do that for a stranger only superficially similar to himself. Toji being the pilot was just a post facto aggravating circumstance. Gendo being extremely callous here and good callout for the title placement and duration. I wonder how many minutes were spent deciding each film resource, or if, like A Cruel Angel's Thesis, it was done practically instantly thanks to a very developed film sense that let them do it automatically 6:16 This scene confused me to no end for days after I first saw it. I just didn't understand the mechanics of it at all +31 VINDICATION 7:51 That would be Rei I. Rei II was just talking to Asuka. Idk which is my headcanon but this one doesn't sound like Rei I 8:47 Word. Use in moderación can work but I'm not sure when Rei expects him to do that without foreknowledge that an Angel would attack before the next time he sees him at the unit test. With 20/20 hindsight (or as we call it in Argentina, "Monday's newspaper" you can see how Gendo could have opened up to Shinji and he did care for his son's future somewhat, but I think he was tautologically isolated enough that it would have failed without fan fiction character modification. Not that Shinji reaches a valid or moderate conclusion in this argument, but rather a stressed, underdeveloped and less than useful one 13:12 solid analysis but sponsors are uncommentable 14:41 ZERUEL, THE ANGEL OF *MIGHT* as most fanfics like to call him. He's not the arm of God for nothing! 16:27 That is still horrifying. Part lf the reason why I quote SOMA so much 18:56 love the storyboard notes. Hate the decentralized sponsorship 19:21 I am a Darkest Dungeon fan, and I note that this is one of the only two times (IIRC) where eyes are hidden by facial shadow instead of hair. 20:43 And he also doesn't stress about things he has no control over, which is something most people do worry about in contemporary settings. 22:43 My family picked up on this one when asked to predict what my comment was gonna be (inspired by all your previous episodes that I saw before their respective chapters XD). I love this scene a lot 24:52 "And if you think otherwise, politely *[AD BREAK]* you're wrong" 26:59 Just saying that the use of The Beast-II here is truly glorious. Decisive Battle is one of my fave leitmotifs, but here it just _sells_ the might and monstrosity of Unit-01 in a way that even the rebuilds failed to replicate with their covers. I'd have been Maya in this scene. OUCH... 28:22 I am such a sucker for Word of God. Thank you! 30:59 This was planned against SEELE's machinations, as it lessened the level of control they got over the Process, as stated in the following episodes. I love this so much. 33:30 Good luck sir!

[@axelrosima7573]

Wow, this series is nearly making my perception of evangelion do a non literal 360. I can't wait to see the "dissection" of the last two episodes, hope you people blow me away again.

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Aww thank you so much! Glad these videos are proving insightful and valuable to others. Super excited to cover the rest of the series!

[@axelrosima7573]

No i am the one who must thank you. So...are you going to cover "the end of evangelion?

[@timberw0lfstudios]

As it currently stands, I am planning on covering the End of Evangelion, yes. And I'm looking forward to it!

[@steverowe6633]

Tumbling down, tumbling down, tumbling dooooooowwwnnn, So excited for more dude, you have no idea

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Aww thank you so much! Knowing I have such an incredible community excited for these releases make them so much easier to put together. I'm pumped to keep covering this series!

[@Dougurasufilm]

I was watching you talk about Suzuhara in the dream sequence and one interpretation came to mind. I think it might be showing a goodbye of sorts. Yes Suzuhara was a pilot, but the main story, about Shinji and Rei (and Asuka and Misato) goed on without him, as he’s ignored, even in the all-important train space. And then he wakes up and Shinji has left him behind. So very specifically he’s shown his irrelevance going forward and so is the audience. Like you said last time, as far as the story’s concerned he should be dead and literally only Hikari acknowledges him.

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Very true. A solemn but uniquely beautiful sendoff for a character who acknowledged his own unimportance and made peace with it.

[@PDocDanny]

It’s kind of pretty cool that Shinji’s arc is completed….then the show keeps going. Yeah it isn’t that simple in real life. You’re gonna keep making the same conclusions over and over. Sometimes different ones. Sometimes you just forget old ones, or stop believing in them. Some part of you knows, though. It’s what keeps you going. That drive to understand. That feeling that this can’t be it, and the joy of rediscovery.

[@BardicRJ]

Recently found these videos and dude, these are so AMAZING. I studied film back in college and I love what you're doing here. This dive into every element of creating this show and context. It reminds me of when we would go watch a film and sit down after in the pub to deconstruct it. Or when we're watching a show and we pause it to appreciate sections and scenes. Keep it up! (make a patreon)

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Aww thank you so much! Capturing that post-film talk was a goal in creating this channel, so I'm so glad to hear I've achieved that in some measure. Relying solely on KZbin and their Membership program for the time being, but a Patreon could manifest in the future. I super appreciate your feedback and support; thank you again!

[@sageseraph5035]

This has been so so good. I just binged all of your episodes of the Edit of Evangelion. On KZbin there are so many analysis videos about Evangelion that state the same stuff over and over again. Hideaki Anno was depressed. Shinji mustn’t run away. I’ve heard that so many times. And many of those are good thematic analyses. But this has been a breath of fresh air. An analysis of this show as a show, a sequence of shots juxtaposed together and what they are implying. This has been so much fun and you are a great inspiration to me to possibly do the same one day analyzing film on the internet as you do so well. I’ve been very interested in this exact thing, I just took a video editing class in college. You have so many great observations. The red vs green color motifs, the right and left hand motifs, the minute details like Yui’s long hair in episode 16, the coffee stuff between Ritsuko and Misato, etc. all are so interesting. Heck I feel dumb not noticing the design and symbolic parallels between Rei and Asuka. Their eye and hair colors are even opposites. The moon and the sun. This is great stuff. Keep it up. I really appreciate the videos. Thanks Timber Wolf, may God bless you. (And happy slightly late Easter)

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Comments like these help keep me going. Thank you so much. It's been so much fun to produce these videos, and knowing they're having this kind of impact makes releasing them so much easier. I'm so glad they've helped inspire and inform you, and I hope they continue to do so. I promise I'll keep doing my best; thank you for all your support and encouragement. It really means the world!

[@justsomeguywithoutalove]

Woah another one already??? I ain’t complaining tho :)

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Worked hard to get this one out just for you :P

[@Velociferon]

Oh man i wasn't expecting this to come out so fast! My favorite analysis series ever!

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you so much, I'm glad you're enjoying it! Glad I was able to get this video out so quickly!

[@sameoldluck]

listened to this while driving to the theater to watch EoE ❤

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Aww awesome! I hope you enjoyed!

[@kena5217]

You make everything so easy to understand, can't wait for you to cover the last two episodes. Great work as always!

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you so much! I'm glad the videos are proving to be valuable and digestible. I'm excited to cover more, especially the conclusion!

[@kicker1015]

I've been watching evangelion alongside since I discovered this video series. Even though you started focusing on the editing, your guidance on the story has made my second watch through a lot clearer. Can't wait to see you bring it home in the next few episodes!

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Aww, thank you so much! I'm so glad you've enjoyed. It's definitely a balancing act, as I want to remain focused on the editing of the series, but my background in narrative development is for sure beginning to show. Glad to know you enjoy both aspects of these videos!

[@danielkaragic7057]

As always, no compliments i have in my vocabulary could describe either your work or my love for it. Thank you sooo soo much, wolfie!

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Aww thank you so much! You flatter me, honestly! So glad these videos are continuing to meet expectations and prove valuable to you!

[@colby1947]

Let's go new edit of Eva! Love your stuff man keep it going. Always happy to see a new entry.

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Aww thank you so much! Glad these videos are continuing to prove valuable and insightful; I'm excited to release more soon!

[@thekeithclan3041]

Another wonderful analysis, along with genuinely entertaining sponsor integration. I am learning a lot here. Thank you for continuing this series.

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Aww thank you so much! So glad you found the video enjoyable and valuable. I'm excited to cover more soon!

[@angeljustcantaim7987]

cant wait for the next part

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Neither can I!

[@goodolnoahYT]

I felt like Toji on the train was another way of cementing his essential “death” in the show. The part that makes me think this is how he cannot reach Shinji or Rei, maybe because metaphorically in the show, he is dead?

[@timberw0lfstudios]

I definitely agree with this. His distance is significant, and given his departure from the series immediately afterwards, I think the insinuation is safe to assume.

[@u3210]

This is a great analysis so far with a unique perspective that I really appreciate. Great work! I really can't wait for your next Edits (especially for episodes 22 and 23) and of course the inevitable EoE movie dissection. Keep it up!

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you so much! So glad that you're enjoying it so far, and I'm excited to continue covering the series! I'll keep doing my best!

[@whyisreemything]

He sells the sponsorship so smoothy its jaring and funny

[@michaelaraya6685]

It's always a good surprise to see these in my subscriptions! Also I have to say that I loved the sponsors, the transitions were so smooth and by the time you showed the scarf I was laughing, if I had money I would purchase them 100%!

[@timberw0lfstudios]

I'm so glad to know these videos are brightening up days. Also glad to hear you didn't mind the sponsored segments; I had a ton of fun putting them together, and I'm glad you enjoyed watching them! Thank you for the continued feedback and support!

[@scooter1261]

Man I love this series so much. It was my first real introduction to nge. It spurred me to take the plunge and watch it, and it’s now my favorite anime along with cowboy bebop. You explain things so well that I can listen to these videos like an audiobook. I do it at work often. I love what you’re doing man. Can’t wait to see what you make next.

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Aww thank you so much! I'm so glad to know these videos are helping others to find and love new artwork. I'm excited to continue covering this series; hopefully I'll have more out soon!

[@harrisondansie9542]

Hello W0lf, I just finished watching this video as part of a binge of your analyses, picking up with "Cruel Angel's Burden". Each of your essays has been a treat, and the growth in your style and depth of insights is more than apparent. I only watched the entirety of Evangelion last summer, and since then I've been acquiring more and more perspectives from people who appreciate the saga like you. Thank you for helping me appreciate the subtleties and inspirations that made this what it is. I'll be looking forward to the next entry as a new subscriber. God bless!

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you so much, my friend, for all your kind words. I'm so glad you've enjoyed these videos and that they've proved to be valuable and insightful to you! I'm super excited to continue covering the series, and hopefully the rest of this retrospective is as captivating as what's come before. Thank you again for your feedback and support, it means the world! God bless!

[@mal9369]

Honestly this series is the best analysis of evangelion on youtube, bar none. Really excellent work once again

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Aww thank you so much! I'm so glad it's proving insightful and valuable to others.

[@thiagodacostaoliveira2440]

I am always amazed by how detailed and precise your analysis of the characters and their motivations are. Great video!

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you so much! Glad I was able to help illuminate more of this series for you!

[@azurebass24]

This was by far the funniest series of ad breaks I've ever seen

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you so much, glad you enjoyed!

[@dawesome_sauce]

Just finished binging this series. This has been the best analysis of Neon Genesis Evangelion I've watched to date. Can't wait for the next video drop!

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Aww thank you so much! So glad you're enjoying it and finding it valuable. Super excited to release the next one as soon as possible!

[@MW-zv2zs]

Thank you for continuing your hard work. I hope someday you cover the movies. Especially The End of Evangelion 👀

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you for the continued support and encouragement. Having just seen the End of Evangelion this week, I can confirm there will be a breakdown somewhere down the road.

[@m3gatr0n28]

NEW EDIT OF EVANGELION? SO SOON? LETS GOOO

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Made sure to get this one out quickly just for you!

[@m3gatr0n28]

@@timberw0lfstudios T-T best suprise present ever

[@moez9622]

Your videos are the best man always look forward to them

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Aww thank you so much! Knowing such an awesome and supportive community is waiting for these videos makes them so much easier to put together. I'm excited to release the next one soon!

[@silentPilgrimage]

Yesterday I wondered, when the new episode is going to drop. And today it's there :-) Great job guys as always, I appreciate your work!

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you so much; your support and encouragement means the world!

[@NestorCustodio]

Almost 3 months since this release and I'm still on the edge of my seat for the next installment. This has been a fascinating series, and I really hope life has just temporarily gotten in the way and this has not fallen too far down the to-do list. Sending good vibes, and hoping all is well. 🤞

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you so much for all your patience and support for this series. It means the world, and knowing you're excited for the next one only encourages me. Super happy to say the last "life thing" is taken care of as of today, and the next video is well into development! Can't wait to release it!

[@NestorCustodio]

P.S.: is there a Ko-Fi or Patreon where we can toss a few bucks your way as thanks for your efforts?

[@timberw0lfstudios]

@@NestorCustodio I really appreciate the question! Knowing there are people excited to support this endeavor monetarily means the world. Unfortunately, everything here on KZbin you get for free. No charge. I know the site supports things like Super Thanks, but if you're really intent on supporting the studio financially, the best way is by purchasing some of my merchandise on Etsy. That way the funds come straight to me, and you get a sweet piece of art to remember me by. No plans to setup a Ko-Fi or Patreon currently, but that may change in the next 6 months, and if it does, I'll keep you updated!

[@nhmcazenav6874]

Great video! I think your videos of analyzing this series are among my favorite as it helps me understand the show better. And this episode was something, when I saw it, it gave me horror and awe And I agree that the scene of shinji ejecting himself and the angel up... Was incredibly awesome

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you so much! I'm glad these videos are helping others to understand and love the series even more. And yes, that scene is just fantastic. Thank you for your encouragement and support, I really appreciate it!

[@IDoubleJ]

Another very good channel making Evangelion essay videos. This is good 👍

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you so much; I'm glad you enjoyed!

[@leunlerloorten8460]

These are insanely good, keep it up

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you so much, I'll keep doing my best!

[@g.g.g4121]

Man I guess I'll have to subscribe and wait for the next episode....

[@EnderNasworthy]

Congrats on 10k! Your vids are definitely going to take you further than that!

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Aww thank you so much! Couldn't have done it without incredible viewers like you!

[@amadeus5889]

My opinion of the train scene (shamelessly stolen from my significant other after many hours of discussion with her) is that the entire show takes place within Instrumentality, and that Shinji is reliving his experiences leading up to Third Impact, but with the souls of all his friends and family watching. The fact that Toji doesn’t seem to fully comprehend what he’s seeing is reinforced by the hazy, stream-of-consciousness, dreamlike state Shinji experiences at points during Instrumentality. It’s spooky how this episode exerts an overwhelming, oppressive air of inevitability. Despite Shinji’s resolve in the opening of the episode, he can’t go back. The hooks are in him, and people and circumstances greater than him are dragging him forward. Least of all his mom, who is so intent on keeping him safe she absorbs him into Unit 01’s core. Where no hands can reach him.

[@timberw0lfstudios]

I hadn't considered the idea that the entire show is Shinji's relived life during Instrumentality, but scenes like this definitely add weight to that theory. Wouldn't be the craziest thing in Evangelion. As for the inevitability presented, I gotta tell ya, I can't wait to cover Episode 20 and see how everything plays out. As we grow nearer to the show's conclusion, it definitely feels more and more like an unstoppable roll.

[@TeleportFPV]

Awesome series you got going here.

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Aww thank you so much, glad you're enjoying it!

[@BandanaDog39]

23:56 I love your analysis and your cinema knowledge and yes you are right, it is an Edopis complex, but…. Hard to forget their original, and incredibly uncomfortable, context. But I guess that also adds to the charm of Eva. Takes something salacious and makes it…if not palatable then at least a part of the artistic experience

[@timberw0lfstudios]

For sure. I think art's ability to tackle difficult topics of all sorts by crystalizing them in fiction is one element that makes it so powerful; and Evangelion, of course, does this better than most others. Also thank you for your kind compliments, I very much appreciate it.

[@SEELE-ONE]

And all hell broke loose! I’ve been watching this series and I just love how the start of the series could lump together 2-4 chapters and now you have to dissect so thoroughly that the review is longer than the chapter itself

[@timberw0lfstudios]

This is true! As I continue saying, the conclusion of this series builds to a level of density difficult to comprehend.

[@bluewings2]

Oh very nice detail about how Zeruel last blows against Asuka and Rei are against their symbols I never noticed it ! Excellent analysis as always a pleasure to watch

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you so much! Definitely one of my favorite details, and I'm glad to share it!

[@markolin6936]

Great work as usual, but I did notice that that 7:46 you called the version of Rei inside Unit 00 “Rei 2,” but I believe that it’s actually Rei 1 inside the Eva, while Rei 2 is the pilot. This may or may not have been intentional, but I just wanted to point it out just in case it was a mistake. Anyways, like I said at the start, great work and I look forward to seeing the rest of the series as you put them out 😁

[@whosilence]

Well put, I felt something was off there but couldn't put my finger on it.

[@timberw0lfstudios]

I appreciate this call out! I was writing under the presumption that the Rei within Unit-00 is a splinter of Rei-2's soul, forgetting about the theory that Rei-1's soul could be the entity in the Eva. Definitely should've specified that in the video; thank you for the feedback!

[@CCSFanForever2]

I got the FX bag awhile back and glad you got sponsored! For those wondering, it’s a great quality bag and it holds a shit ton of stuff. Managed to fit a steam deck and an umbrella in it.

[@Brennanrr]

Another banger love love love ❤️❤️❤️

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you thank you!

[@neto135791]

hey, congrats for the sponsor, also i agree with the comments bout the second and third intergections. do you plan on doing a analisys on the end of eva. alsojust want to thank you those shots breakdown are really inpiring i really want to incorporate shot its creative composition in my photograpy hobby

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you so much! I'm glad to know these videos are helping others to understand and love the series even more. Having seen the End of Evangelion recently, I can confirm that I will be covering the film in some form or fashion later down the road.

[@memesarekeem]

Hey, just a heads up, as smooth as the transitions were, the three back to back sponsors were a little much. I love your videos and I think just to keep things concise you should keep them all in one section just as not to interfere with the rest of your video. Making a profit is important and I'm happy to see your channel growing and you getting sponsored, but the sponsor did seem a bit intrusive.

[@timberw0lfstudios]

I really appreciate your feedback, thank you. Sponsored segments are always difficult to incorporate, and I've never done it before in my own videos, so I really appreciate the understanding and support. Went for something a little more experimental, and I knew it wouldn't sit the same with everybody. Thank you for sharing your thoughts so I can continue to improve!

[@KrazzyKlown]

6:48 You said were going to break it down, but there was no dancing.

[@timberw0lfstudios]

You're so right. What a critical mistake on my part. Will fix in future video. Thank you for bringing to my attention.

[@سيد_جدو]

​@@timberw0lfstudios I hope that the next video will come before Christmas 😞

[@timberw0lfstudios]

@@سيد_جدوIt's closer than you think

[@No-fh5lz]

This series is so in depth in its analysis that it's reminded me of how much I absolutely adore Evangelion.

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Awesome! I'm so glad these videos have proved valuable and insightful, and helped you enjoy the show more.

[@wafflelemoir1081]

Some of the best (advertising) plugs I've ever seen

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you so much; I'm glad you enjoyed them!

[@fiddlemenuts7155]

Holy shit the constant cut outs to a FX product is killing me💀

[@timberw0lfstudios]

They are pretty killer 💀

[@fiddlemenuts7155]

@@timberw0lfstudios indeed they are I actually own a unit 13 backpack myself

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Oh schniekes, that's super dope

[@Crunchynipps_26]

Can’t wait for the next video! Been waiting months and I know it’s going to be great when it comes out. Also would love to hear the full version of the intro song you use and I can’t find it anywhere!

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you so much! So sorry for the wait: the next video will be here before you know it (seriously, it's very close)! I'm so glad to know you're excited for it--it really means the world. As for the intro song, it's a cover of Resonance by my friend Dominus Maestro! You can find it and his other amazing work here on KZbin!

[@zechariahunderwood5851]

10K! Woohoo! you earned it!

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Aww thank you so much! I really appreciate it!

[@CptShunsui]

This series of vids are.... so ...friggin...GOOD!!!!

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you so...friggin...much!

[@dewdropmushroom]

Are you going to do a similar analysis of End of Evangelion? 'Cause that would be super cool and you should! 😄

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Aww thank you so much, I appreciate the encouragement! Having finally seen End of Evangelion, I can confidently say I will be doing a retrospective of a similar sort at some point in the future.

[@Shmooexe3440]

Congrates on the 10K! been loving these videos dude keep it up they are incredible! Will you be diving into the movies and the rebuilds when you finish the orginal?

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate it! Will definitely be doing a video on End of Evangelion after I've covered the series. Haven't seen the Rebuilds yet, but if they're just as interesting, I can't imagine not covering those as well!

[@ArtbyMinervaFox]

This is such a good series!

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you so much, I'm glad you're enjoying it!

[@Shinji0Ikari007]

Thank you!

[@timberw0lfstudios]

You're welcome!

[@hacim42]

Lo, I have caught up with the series. This is the single best analysis of the show that I have seen, only rivaled by the video "Neon Genesis Evangelion's Original Ending Was Good, Actually" by Codex Entry. But, like you said at the beginning of the series, it's focused more on the philosophy rather than the techniques used to convey it, so I am still very much looking forward to your breakdown of it.

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Aww, thank you so much! Glad you're enjoying the retrospective so far; I'm excited to continue covering the series, especially as we near the end!

[@lameduck-yg9pz]

Another wonderfully amazing video. I've seen some commenters complaining about the integration of the sponsorship, and although I can agree that they distracted from the analysis and felt a little shoe horned in at some points, I thought they were hilarious, so I wasn't miffed by them at all. I don't know if that was the tone you were going for, but I thought the tone shift from serious analysis to blatant product placement was genuinely funny. Regarding the dream sequence with Toji, Rei, and Shinji, I had never before noticed how inexplicable it was. I didn't ever have an explanation, but having my attention brought to it in this video, I now have some theories and rejections of proposed theories. I don't think the dream is anything more than a tonal and visual callback to episode 16's angel, because it was killed. It wouldn't make sense for it to remain in just enough capacity to cause this dream or participate in it, but not be alive in any measurable capacity by Nerve or brought up again throughout the rest of the show. I don't love the connection of Toji and Rei in this dream as being truly there in any capacity, because Rei isn't dreaming in that moment, nor does she acknowledge the interaction ever again. Because Toji is effectively dead at this point, it's hard to get a read on how much of his interaction was "official". My current reading is that they are two separate dreams of Toji and Shinji. Toji can't hear the conversation, because he is not really having the same dream. Shinji doesn't acknowledge Toji because he isn't in Shinji's dream. The connection and framing to make it seem as though it were the same dream was a technique used because it's a dream and things are allowed to make no sense, or because it was an interesting way to show that they were both dreaming without having to swap between two different dreams. I think Rei was not really Rei, but a representation of a random person having that conversation with Shinji. This could be quantum Rei, (The same ethereal Rei seen at the beginning of the show and in End of Eva), which is frequently used as the stand in for Lilith during instrumentality. Rei is usually the being which analyses and inspects the characters' perspectives in dream sequences/instrumentality, so it doesn't seem unusual to me that it isn't actually Rei II that Shinji knows. Shinji also isn't in the Unit 00 entry plug, so having visions/conversations with Rei I doesn't make a whole lot of sense either. I don't think my explanation is defensible, but it seems the most reasonable to me, as getting bogged down in the logistics of how those three characters could be sharing the same dream detracts from the point of the scene in my opinion. Anyways, thanks for another excellent analysis. I think Episode 19 is my second favorite episode, and I believe it used to be my favorite. It was certainly done justice by you. I'm excited for the rest of the show. Great stuff.

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed the video. The beauty of having a scene as abstract as the train sequence is that its openness leaves so much up to interpretation. I love seeing and hearing everyone's theories, and I love your take on it especially! One of those lovely little details I'm sure we'll be arguing over for eternity. Thank you again for your continued feedback and support, it means a lot!

[@superxbetatester]

The second ad segway gave me a good laugh, good job

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you so much, I'm so glad you enjoyed!

[@drewo.127]

I recently binged the whole series (minus the movies, gonna get on those next) on Netflix and from the first two episodes, I genuinely wondered what the Evas were…with the moments where they seemingly come to life sticking out to me, and the brief moment when we see organic alien tissue under the mask… This episode is by far one of my favorites because it basically confirms that the Evangelions are giant cyborg monsters that are…in fact…alive!

[@sirexilon49]

7:43 I'm pretty sure the version/fragment of Rei inside Unit-00 is meant to be Rei-1, the current version of her is Rei-2(the one present for most of the anime) and Rei-3 is ep23 onwards. Rei-1 is shown to be younger than Rei-2 and 3.(Think the shot of all 3 in EoE, some of the ep25-26 scenes and the 2nd Unit-00 Berserk incident, where the Rei who appears looks smaller/younger) Also another thing: Gehirn was established after Second Impact and is separate from the Katsuragi reserach team/expedition(with the notable exceptions of Yui and Gendo) and is essentially just proto-Nerv.(Gehirn means brain and it was dissolved the day after the Magi were completed)

[@timberw0lfstudios]

I was writing under the presumption that the Rei within Unit-00 is a splinter of Rei-2's soul, forgetting about the theory that Rei-1's soul could be the entity in the Eva. Definitely should've specified that in the video. Also wasn't sure on the timeline for Gehirn's involvement and used the name more as a catch-all, although I was pretty sure Katsuragi was part of the team during Second Impact. I could be very incorrect on both accounts, of course. Thank you for pointing that out, I really appreciate the feedback!

[@sirexilon49]

​@@timberw0lfstudios Here's my interpretation: All versions of Rei have Lilith's Soul or at least a part of it.Og Rei-1 had the "entire soul", after her death it was split into two, one half was placed inside Unit-00, the other half became Rei-2. After ep23 both soul "fragments" are reunited to form Rei-3. In short 1+2=3.Of course, this interpretation makes "Rei-1" ambigous, as it could refer either to: Og child Rei or The version of Rei inside Unit-00(Who is a fragment of the former) Another interesting consequence of this theory is that it would mean that the destruction of Unit-00 was likely a part of Gendo's "scenario", since he'd presumably need all of Liliths soul to enact his version of Instrumentality. (Since there is no known way to extract a soul from an Eva as proven by two failed attempts at doing so, but it seems like they can extract the soul from a corpse as shown by Rei's reincarnations and some of Kyoko's lines in ep25' before Unit-02's reactivation/awakening) While he does seem very concerned when Rei charges at Zeruel with an N2 mine in ep19 we don't seem him react at all to the "stunt" she pulls against Armisael in ep23, even though he is the one to authorize and order Unit-01's sortie right before that.(Presumably to rescue Unit-00 and eliminate Armisael)

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Those are all fantastic interpretations and I'll definitely have to keep them in mind when covering Rei later down the line. Far as I can tell, that all makes sense. Thank you so much for sharing, I really appreciate it!

[@BCBaron]

Another fantastic analysis video. I'm usually pretty apathetic toward ads and whatever products they promote, but I must admit all of that rather impressive looking Eva-related merch really caught my eye. While I realize the scene where Shinji returns to NERV is meant to directly reference the confrontation with his father in episode one, it always bothered me that it kinda sounds like he was actually requesting permission (maybe that's just how it comes off in the dub?) to pilot Unit-01. Granted, Shinji had just personally witnessed the gruesome defeat of both Asuka and then Rei at the hands (or rather, unfurled toilet paper appendages) of Zeruel, as a very sobering combination gut-punch. Nevertheless, I'm not entirely certain whether that carried enough shock value to totally cancel out all the venom he should still feel toward Gendo. Is he worried he'll be placed in handcuffs again if he makes a beeline straight to the Eva? I dunno, maybe he doesn't fully realize that Unit-01 was rejecting the Dummy Plug or how, at that precise moment, he was basically NERV's last hope of defeating Zeruel and preventing 3rd Impact. I guess there's also the urgency of the situation to consider. It seems a bit counter-intuitive for Gendo to waste precious seconds grilling his son in regards to the precise motivations for his dramatic entrance. Nor is it exactly the optimal moment for Shinji to deliver a self-actualization mission statement as a response in order to convince him. Maybe some of that attention could've been re-focused on ensuring Unit-01's umbilical cable was properly connected. Perhaps I'm splitting hairs, but we already generously allowed Kaji the opportunity to pontificate at length about the insanely high stakes and Shinji's potential role in all of this. I seriously doubt Zeruel is patient enough to just sit back and politely wait until everyone has had their fair say. I might've preferred Shinji either defiantly bypassing Gendo altogether, or correctly declaring with an edge of desperation to his voice, that it was way too late to indulge in verbal posturing. "Just save it until after I finish killing this angel," or words to that effect. In terms of narrative symmetry, it would've been appropriate if Gendo had been partially crushed by Unit-01's severed arm (instead of only seeing his dry cleaning bill increase), and his resulting injuries end up mirroring those suffered by Pilot Suzuhara.

[@whosilence]

I think Shinji getting to EVA 1 in time after the whole Kaji dialogue is the greatest plothole of the series! But in all seriousness, yes, that lingering is a little too Hollywood for the tone of the show, it is one of its lowest points right in the middle of debatably the best episode

[@BCBaron]

I mean, it's still one of my favorite episodes. Just seemed like Gendo picked pretty much the worst moment to show how petty he is. There's clear evidence staring him right in the face that Yui is definitely not cool with the way he's been handling everything. Then when Shinji shows up, it's almost as if Gendo decides now is the perfect opportunity to gloat or something. As though he was hoping to provoke Shinji into admitting he was right all along. Guess I felt that Shinji should've been a little more irritated by his father's attitude (not to mention warped priorities) and responded along the lines that figuring out their whole dysfunctional relationship with each other was no longer important. Or maybe just keep things simple and say that he came back to prevent more people from getting killed. So how about getting out of the way and stop wasting time?@@whosilence

[@timberw0lfstudios]

I definitely find Gendo and Shinji's standoff more theatrical than realistic, but then again, so is the entirety of the series and all stories in general. It's not the show's job to be realistic, but to give us progression. That said, this is an obvious instance where one is at odds with the other, and while the payoff is emotionally fulfilling, it's also logically bewildering. Guess we should probably get used to more of that, though.

[@PDocDanny]

I don’t subscribe to the idea that Shinji is some kind of failure for not trying to understand Gendo. Love is unconditional, but it needs to go both ways. Gendo is running away just as much as Shinji is (Gendo and Seele’s plans to bring about instrumentality is the ULTIMATE form of running away-running away from humanity), so how exactly is Shinji, a CHILD devoid of positive parental influence, supposed to approach Gendo? This man ordered unit 01 to kill Shinji’s best friend. Give the guy a break. The fact that Shinji returns to the Eva at ALL in order to save those he cares about is an unprecedented and extremely mature move on his part, but it should not be where we set our standards for him.

[@Gstv-_-]

Will this series have another season? Bc I genuinely don't want it to end :'c Great video as always! 💜 (Also, the FX creations collab is godlike 🛐)

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you so much! Unfortunately I can't say these videos will be getting a "second season" as there's only so much Evangelion to breakdown, but I definitely plan on doing more videos like this (and more video essays in general) where possible. If nothing else, I will be covering the entirety of NGE's run and the End of Evangelion film.

[@backgroundnoise9310]

Great vid.

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you so much, I'm glad you enjoyed!

[@spudsbuchlaw]

AAAA ITS OUT YESSSS

[@timberw0lfstudios]

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[@peterdapoet]

Incredible analysis. You are the NGE guy

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Thank you so much! Being the NGE guy is not the worst thing to be known for. I'll take it!

[@Koriuky]

Thank you

[@timberw0lfstudios]

You're so welcome!

[@phoebe.yusong]

Omg dude if ur raising the standard with these sick ass vids 😵keep doing what ur doing man im begging u 🙏

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Aww thank you so much! I promise I'll keep doing my best!

[@EduardoHernandez-bb9kf]

These ads are way too smooth 😂

[@timberw0lfstudios]

You're pulling my leg; you really like 'em?

[@commodore6426]

22:05 first animation error I noticed myself, shinji has six fingers

[@timberw0lfstudios]

Oh yeah, look at that! Guess the colorist on duty forgot where to stop. Great catch!