Weekly "Making the First Evangelion" to be released on January 4, 2024 (Thursday)! The figure is of overwhelming quality and measures approximately 55.5 cm in length! The accompanying magazine thoroughly explores the world of Eva!

Deagostini Japan has announced that the weekly magazine "Making the First Evangelion" will be available at bookstores nationwide (excluding some areas) and on the official Deagostini website from January 4, 2024 (Thursday). The price of the first issue is 290 yen (tax included).

This series will allow users to assemble the first Evangelion model in the "Rebuild of Evangelion" series using die-cast and other parts made of various materials.

The model prototype is designed and produced by Sakano Ryu, who is known for his figure modeling, and faithfully reproduces the Eva first plane from the "Rebuild of Evangelion" series.

The accompanying magazine thoroughly explores the world of Eva and introduces all the films in the series from multiple perspectives, from the TV series to the latest "Shin Evangelion the Movie.

The 1/144 Big Scale "Eva First Plane" is of overwhelming quality and shocking power!

The "Android Evangelion," a general-purpose humanoid battle weapon, has a form that overturns preconceived notions.
The "Eva Plane No. 1", which evolved into an even more sophisticated form in the "Rebuild of Evangelion", has been thoroughly researched and sculpted into a big scale model.
The body of the "Eva-1" is made of multi-materials such as metal and plastic to reproduce the texture and color as if it had jumped out of the movie.
The joints are covered with an elastic soft material, allowing for a variety of poses and creating a one-of-a-kind, authentic scale model.

Enjoy the first Eva with a variety of weapons and parts, as well as many gimmicks for the first time ever.

Big Scale《Eva First Plane》of overwhelming quality and shocking power!

Evangelion Hatsugoki: Big Scale Model of approx. 55.5cm
The "Android Evangelion," a general-purpose humanoid battle weapon, has a form that overturns preconceived notions. The "Eva Plane No. 1", which evolved into a more sophisticated form in the "Rebuild of Evangelion", has been thoroughly researched and sculpted into a big scale model. The body of the "Eva-1" is made of multi-materials such as metal and plastic to reproduce the texture and color as if it had jumped out of the movie. The joints are covered with an elastic soft material, allowing for a variety of poses and creating a one-of-a-kind, authentic scale model.

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Height at the top of the head: approx. 55.5cm
1/144 Big Scale

■Internal mechanism and conversion parts of particular attention
The neck, wrists and hip joints are movable to reproduce the poses of the play. By replacing the mouth and hands with exchangeable parts, you can change weapons and enjoy a variety of poses.

Possible poses of the model and specifications of each part are subject to change.

The first ever gimmick only available in big scale and a wealth of included parts.

Eyes 《Luminescent》.
The eyes emit light in two colors: white and red. Eva
The image of the first model when it starts up and when it runs out of control. It can be easily switched by remote control.

■Entry plug hatch open/close 《Electric》.
The entry plug hatch located from the neck to the back is also fully reproduced. The hatch can be opened and closed automatically by remote control. This motorized gimmick is only possible with big scale models. The entry plug can also be removed.

Core 《Luminescent》.
The core is usually covered with a black cover, but it can be easily removed.
The core can be made to glow red by remote control.

Sound
BGM" can be played from the speaker of the dedicated remote control.

Hand weapon and spear included
Four hand weapons are included, including a progressive knife and palette rifle in the same scale as Eva's first plane. In addition, the key items that appeared in the "Rebuild of Eva", the Lance of Longinus and the Lance of Cassius, are also reproduced in highly detailed specifications. Each of these weapons can be held by the first plane, allowing for a variety of poses.

A.T. Field will be sold separately. More details will be announced on the product website.

The completed "Eva-1" can be displayed on the dedicated pedestal.

This series also allows you to enjoy assembling the dedicated pedestal, which has been carefully designed down to the smallest details. Designed to resemble the ejection hub terminal from "The Rebuild of Eva", it holds the shoulders and arms of the big scale Eva Hatsune, allowing for a beautiful and functional display.

Each piece of equipment is designed to be clipped in with clip-type arms, allowing for smooth attachment and removal. Designed with consideration for balance when installed.
When the back of the dedicated pedestal is opened, a space for storing all kinds of conversion parts (teeth, pylons, and hands) and hand guns appears. The side of the pedestal is designed to hold large weapons, including the included Lance of Longinus and Lance of Cassius.

Exclusive pedestal Specifications
Height: approx. 740mm / Width: approx. 280mm
Depth: approx. 330mm

The magazine contains five chapters with in-depth explanations of the "Eva" series.

The magazine will introduce the entire series from the TV series to the latest "Shin Evangelion the Movie" from various angles. The first issue also includes a special interview with Ryu Sakano, who worked on the modeling and internal production of this model, who tells the story of the steep and long road of development.

(1) Eva Top Page Gallery
The first section, "Eva Top Page Gallery," has three categories: "Reboot the Scene," "Diorama Reproduction of the Movie," and "Original Drawings/Setting Paintings," each of which presents impressive Eva Top Page Gallery visuals in a powerful way. The "Reboot the Scene" section, which includes a poster-size version of a rare illustration written especially for this magazine once every few issues, is a must-see for fans.

(2) Dialogue Line
The four films, "Shin Eva," are introduced in chronological order with memorable dialogues and scenes from the films. Each issue of the magazine allows readers to look back on the epic story in detail. By collecting all the issues, you can create a complete collection of the stories of all four "Shinkyoban" films.

(3) Gallery of Setting Materials
This section contains setting materials for the characters, mechanisms, backgrounds, and accessories that appear in "Dialogue Line. This allows you to learn more about each scene.

(4)EVA Museum
Each issue introduces one Evangelion-related item, event, collaboration, etc.

(5)Assembly Guide
Explains how to assemble the parts included in each issue. Large photographs, detailed step-by-step instructions, and video clips provide easy-to-understand explanations, making it possible for even those who have never built a plastic model before to easily build the first Eva model.

A present for all readers!

Subscribers to the first 28 issues will receive the "Gaius Spear" (die-cast), the last spear that appears in the movie.
It is the size of the spear Shinji Ikari held in the palm of both hands in "Shin Eva.

The special magazine case is also on sale.

also releases an originally designed "special magazine case". The magazine can be kept in beautiful condition without any damage to the magazine.

Design and specifications are subject to change.

Actual products on display in stores will be shown on the website.

The prototype of the "Eva Hatsune and its exclusive pedestal," which is the only one of its kind in the world, will be exhibited at some bookstores. The details of the schedule will be announced on the product website ( # ) as soon as they are determined.

Product Information
Weekly "Making the First Evangelion" (Japanese only)
Price:
　Special price for the first issue: 290 yen (including tax)
　Special price for the second issue: 990 yen (including tax)
　Regular price from No. 3 onward: 1,999 yen (tax included)
Date of first issue: January 4, 2024 (Thursday) *Differs in some areas
Publication cycle: Weekly
Number of issues: 100 issues in total (planned)
Specifications: 8 pages + 4 pages front and back

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