Evangelion Teams Up with Copic to Release Limited Edition Markers

Copic has announced a historic first-time collaboration with the legendary Evangelion franchise.

This creative partnership arrives as part of the “EVANGELION:30+; 30th ANNIVERSARY OF EVANGELION” celebrations, marking three decades since the series first changed the landscape of animation.

The collaboration focuses on Copic’s flagship product, the Copic Sketch.

Since its debut in 1993, just two years before Neon Genesis Evangelion premiered, the alcohol-based marker has become the industry standard for illustrators and manga-ka worldwide.

The most unique aspect of this set lies in the customization of the cap markings.

For this release, the standard color numbers and names found on the 358-color Copic Sketch palette have been replaced with “Evangelion Color Numbers” and names derived specifically from the series.

Fans looking for the ultimate collection can opt for the EVANGELION × COPIC EVA Color Set Premium Edition, priced at 16,500 yen (approx. $108 USD / £79 GBP).

This comprehensive set includes a honeycomb-shaped coloring book and exclusive illustration cards designed to showcase the markers’ blending capabilities.

For those who prefer a more targeted selection, the EVANGELION × COPIC Copic Sketch 6-Piece Set is available in five different versions for 3,630 yen each (approx. $24 USD / £17 GBP).

Each of these five sets is curated with a color palette inspired by a specific Evangelion pilot, allowing fans to choose between sets themed after Shinji, Rei, Asuka, Kaworu, and Mari.

These collectors’ items will be available for advance sale starting February 21st at the 30th-anniversary festival event and through the official “EVANGELION:30+;” online store.