Kaworu Nagisa

The Last Angel, Beautiful Boy

15-year-old boy who is the pilot of EVA Unit-02 and possesses the true identity of the 17th Angel Tabris. A special existence for Shinji and an enigmatic beautiful character.

Quotes

  • I was born just to meet you.
  • Don't make that face. We'll meet again, Shinji-kun.
  • Life and death are equal in value. One's own death is the only absolute freedom.
  • You're just like me.
  • This time, I'll make sure you're happy, at least you.

Trivia

  • The name is derived from director Nagisa Oshima, and 'Nagisa' contrasts with 'wave' from Rei Ayanami.
  • Character designer Yoshiyuki Sadamoto based the slender neck on Shinji, red eyes on Rei, and smirking mouth on Asuka.
  • True identity is the 17th Angel Tabris, and its soul is said to be that of the 1st Angel Adam.
  • In the game version, he summons EVA Unit-04 to NERV headquarters and uses it as his own machine.
  • Akira Ishida stated that it was difficult to deliver lines that Kaworu would unlikely say.
  • Despite few episodes in the anime and Rebuild, he is extremely popular among fans.

Alternate names

Kaworu Nagisa Fifth Child Tabris 17th Angel

Tags

Neon Genesis Evangelion Angel Pilot Evangelion Beautiful Boy Enigmatic Character SEELE Human Instrumentality Project Psychological Drama

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Profile

Species
Humanoid Lifeform (Angel)
Gender
Male
Birthday
September 13
Birth year
2000

Appearance

Overall appearance
Beautiful boy with extremely pale skin, ash-gray hair, and red eyes. Delicate and aesthetic appearance.
Height
162cm
Weight
47kg
Eye color
Red
Hair color
Ash gray
Distinguishing features
  • Pale skin
  • Slender long neck
  • Red eyes
Iconic items
  • Dark blue plugsuit

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Gentle
Detailed personality
Always wearing a smile, transcendent yet sociable. His words are profound with deep insight, and he holds a unique philosophy on life and death. He harbors special affection for Shinji.
Keywords
  • Gentle
  • Mysterious
  • Aesthetic
  • Intellectual
  • Lonely
  • Delicate
  • Philosophical about life and death
Motto
Life and death are of equal value. One's own death is the only absolute freedom.
Talents
  • Powerful A.T. Field deployment
  • Levitation
  • High intelligence
  • Remote operation of EVA
Skills
  • Proficient in music (singing, piano)
  • Advanced language manipulation
  • Special abilities as an Angel
Motivation
Born to meet Shinji and make him happy. Involved in the revival of Adam's soul and the Instrumentality Project.
Habits
Hums Beethoven's Symphony No. 9.
Music
Beethoven Symphony No. 9

History

Backstory
The last Angel created by SEELE using Adam's soul, a mysterious boy sent to NERV. Most past memories have been erased, but through interactions with Shinji, he develops human-like emotions and views on life and death.
Debut date
March 20, 1996
Work title
Neon Genesis Evangelion
Media type
Anime
Episode or chapter
Episode 24

Revelation of true identity as Angel Tabris

Significant event
Revelation of true identity as Angel Tabris
Description
Reveals his true identity as the 17th Angel Tabris and makes contact with Shinji.

Intimate exchange with Shinji

Significant event
Intimate exchange with Shinji
Description
Shows affection for Shinji, displaying emotions beyond friendship.

Death by suicide

Significant event
Death by suicide
Description
To prevent the Third Impact, he is killed by Shinji, setting the plan in motion.

Pilot of Unit-13 in Evangelion: Q

Significant event
Pilot of Unit-13 in Evangelion: Q
Description
In a world 14 years later, reunites with Shinji as the pilot of Unit-13 and fights together.

Flashback in Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time

Significant event
Flashback in Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time
Description
Appears in a role showing hope for the future through repeated encounters with Shinji.

Relationships

Shinji Ikari

Best friend

Kaworu Nagisa showed special affection to Shinji and became a pillar of support for his heart.

NERV

NERV: pilot

SEELE

SEELE: agent

Media appearances

Neon Genesis Evangelion

Anime / Supporting

1995

Evangelion: 1.0 You Are (Not) Alone

Movie / Supporting

2007

Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance

Movie / Supporting

2009

Evangelion: 3.0 You Can (Not) Redo

Movie / Protagonist

2012

Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time

Movie / Supporting

2021

Neon Genesis Evangelion (manga)

Manga / Supporting

Neon Genesis Evangelion 2

Game / Protagonist

Voice cast and creators

Akira Ishida

Voice actor
Akira Ishida
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime version
Notes
Original

Akira Ishida

Voice actor
Akira Ishida
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Rebuild of Evangelion

Jerry Jewell

Voice actor
Jerry Jewell
Language
English
Version or series
Rebuild of Evangelion: 1.0, 2.0, 3.0

Aaron Krohn

Voice actor
Aaron Krohn
Language
English
Version or series
Theatrical version

Clifford Chapin

Voice actor
Clifford Chapin
Language
English
Version or series
Netflix version

Hideaki Anno

Creator name
Hideaki Anno
Role
Original author

Yoshiyuki Sadamoto

Creator name
Yoshiyuki Sadamoto
Role
Character Designer

Akira Ishida

Creator name
Akira Ishida
Role
Voice Actor

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Kaworu Nagisa Figure

Item name
Kaworu Nagisa Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Kaworu Nagisa Plush

Item name
Kaworu Nagisa Plush
Category
Plush or doll
Availability
Limited

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