Embrace the Shadows: Celebrating the Complexity of Gendo Ikari
Gendo Ikari, master manipulator, cloaked in ambition. A tragic figure driven by loss, wielding power in shadows, forging destinies. He uses others as chess pieces, seeking to reshape humanity, all while buried beneath layers of sorrow and longing.
Gendo Ikari Trivia
Who is Gendo Ikari's primary objective in the series "Neon Genesis Evangelion"? (Expert)
#1: To create a new world free of human pain
#2: To control the Evangelions for power
#3: To find his son Shinji and protect him
#4: To unite humanity through the Human Instrumentality Project
What is Gendo Ikari's relationship to Shinji Ikari in "Neon Genesis Evangelion"? (Medium)
#1: Father
#2: Uncle
#3: Superior Officer
#4: Friend
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Gendo Ikari Fun Facts
Gendo Ikari's character design is partially inspired by the iconic director, Hideaki Anno's, admiration for the cool yet emotionally distant persona of classic Japanese villains.
Gendo Ikari's name is derived from the Japanese word gendo, which means dark, reflecting his complex and often mysterious nature in Neon Genesis Evangelion.
Gendo Ikari Polls
What is your favorite aspect of Gendo Ikari's character?
His complex motivations
His relationship with Shinji
His strategic mind
His tragic backstory
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What is your favorite Gendo Ikari quote?
"The fate of humanity is in my hands."
"I will do whatever it takes."
"Never forget your purpose."
"The end justifies the means."
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