Evangelion:1.0 - Evangelion Test Type-01 figure, Ichibansho

In Neon Genesis Evangelion, Evangelion Test Type-01 is one of the series’ most iconic machines, instantly recognizable through its purple and green silhouette, its organic presence beneath armor, and its central role in the battles against the Angels. Far more than a simple mecha, Unit-01 embodies a huge part of the franchise’s visual and dramatic identity on its own. This official Evangelion Test Type-01 PVC figure by Bandai, from the Ichibansho line, stands approximately 22 cm tall and presents the machine in a combat scene that feels very faithful to the series.

Within the world of Evangelion, Unit-01 holds an absolutely central place because it is deeply tied to Shinji Ikari, to NERV, and to the story’s deepest stakes. It is the machine that carries much of the series’ tension, both in battle and in what it reveals about the true nature of the Evangelions themselves. Its bond with Shinji lies at the heart of the story, balancing rejection, dependence, protection, and loss of control, which gives every appearance of Unit-01 an emotional weight far beyond a simple mechanical fight. It brings to the narrative a disturbing, almost living power that defines much of what makes Neon Genesis Evangelion unique. The figure reflects that identity well by showing it in a tense, offensive pose, right in the middle of action.

Visually, the piece shows Evangelion Test Type-01 in a very low and spread stance, with one leg extended backward and the other planted into a textured gray base. The unit wears its signature purple, green, black, and orange colors, with the left shoulder dominated by a large angular black-and-green component. It operates a large blue-gray technical device mounted on a tracked mechanical structure, with several visible cables linking the Eva to the equipment. The overall result creates a dense and highly dynamic composition, where the Eva’s body lines contrast with the more industrial shapes of the machinery. The scene gives off a real sense of operational tension on display.

Product Features

• License: Neon Genesis Evangelion
• Collection: Ichibansho
• Character: Evangelion Test Type-01
• Height: 22 cm
• Material: PVC
• Manufacturer: Bandai