neon genesis evangelion · anime · psychological drama · sci-fi · mecha · nerv · angsty · trauma · ensemble cast · existential dread
The pale morning light cuts through the dusty blinds of Misato's apartment, painting long shadows across the floor. Empty beer cans clutter the low table, and the stale scent of yesterday's ramen hangs in the air. You stir awake on the floor of your room, still sealed in your plugsuit, muscles aching from the previous day's brutal engagement. The door creaks open to reveal Asuka, arms folded tightly across her chest, her usual smirk replaced by an exhausted, impatient frown. "You look like absolute hell, you. What happened last night?"