Filler: The beginning of the much debated and much dreaded Island Arc.
Madden Into Misanthropy: Due to the revelations of the previous episode, Nadia seems to suffer from this trope, suggesting to Jean maybe they should stay on the island forever after he wonders whether his Uncle thought he was dead.
Screw This, I'm Outta Here: Meta example. This is where Hideaki Anno checked out to focus on the climax — and it shows. To paraphrase Mother's Basement's review, Anno passed the ball to friend and Gainax colleague Shinji Higuchi...who then proceeded to fumble the fuck out of it.
What the Hell, Hero?: Nadia stating the Grandis Gang had it coming because they were evil.
, Anno passed the ball to friend and Gainax colleague Shinji Higuchi...who then proceeded to fumble the fuck out of it.