Neon Genesis Evangelion (1995–1996)

The show primarily features female characters piloting giant mechs against non-human entities, which relies on technological superiority. While some female characters use firearms, there are no instances of a female character defeating one or more male opponents in direct physical combat.

Neon Genesis Evangelion is an original anime series, establishing its characters' genders within its own narrative. There are no prior canonical versions of these characters from other source materials or previous installments that have been portrayed with a different gender in this show.

Neon Genesis Evangelion (1995–1996) is the original animated series, establishing the canonical depictions of its characters. There are no prior versions of these characters from source material or previous installments for the show to have race-swapped from.