Today is the 17th anniversary of the 1st TV showing of Nadia episode 1. While not a big anniversary, IMO its signifigant as Gainax's 1st TV show (Gunbuster was OVA remember). Its characters while not always as deep & tragic as those in Eva, & Nadia used themes & characteristics that would be re-used & expanded in Eva . http://www.thesecretofbluewater.com/nadieva-i.htm