Neon Genesis Evangelion Codexery

Yui Ikari

The mother whose soul resides in Evangelion Unit-01.

Yui Ikari is a figure in the background of Neon Genesis Evangelion, serving as the mother of protagonist Shinji Ikari and the wife of Gendo Ikari. Her soul resides in Evangelion Unit-01. She is mentioned in relation to Gendo's plan to reunite with her through his version of the Human Instrumentality Project. Her soul speaks to Shinji during the events of The End of Evangelion, telling him that anyone can return to their physical body if they have the will, and she bids farewell, leaving Earth in Unit-01's body.

Quick Facts

Role
Mother; Scientist
Relation
Wife of Gendo Ikari, Mother of Shinji Ikari

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