Spear of Cassius
One of two divine lances used to pierce the barrier between humanity and godhood.
The Spear of Cassius is a legendary artifact and weapon of immense power within the Evangelion universe, serving as one of two ancient lances used during the cataclysmic events surrounding Second Impact. While often overshadowed by its counterpart, the Spear of Longinus, the Cassius holds equal significance in sealing away divine entities. It functions primarily as an anti-AT Field device capable of piercing the absolute barriers that protect Angels and Evangelions alike.
- Type
- Ancient Artifact / Weapon
- Function
- AT Field Piercing / Containment
- Affiliation
- SEELE (Historical)
- First Featured
- Rebuild of Evangelion Continuity
- Status
- Used in Rituals
- Location
- Moon Surface (Cassius Crater)
- Counterpart
- Spear of Longinus
Lore & Background
Its name derives from the Cassius Crater on the Moon, where its impact or presence left a lasting mark on the celestial body. Unlike standard weaponry, it operates outside conventional physics, ignoring mass and energy constraints to bypass defensive fields. This capability makes it one of the few objects in existence that can harm an Angel directly without being repelled by their protective aura, marking it as a critical component in SEELE's grand design for human evolution.
In Their Own Story
The moon hung heavy above the desolate landscape, a silent witness to ancient sins. Below, amidst the dust of the crater, the metal glinted with an unnatural sheen. It stood planted deep into the pale rock, humming with a frequency that rattled teeth and chilled blood. No wind blew here, yet the air vibrated with the memory of impact. This was not just a weapon; it was a seal. A reminder that even gods could be pinned down by human hands wielding ancient steel.
Reader's Guide
The Spear of Cassius operates as a specialized barrier-piercing tool designed to negate AT Fields, the metaphysical force fields surrounding all life forms in this universe. Unlike conventional weapons that rely on kinetic energy or explosives, this artifact bypasses physical resistance entirely. It targets the spiritual core of its target, allowing it to strike Angels and Evangelions at their most vulnerable point without being deflected. Historically, control over such artifacts rested with organizations like SEELE, who sought to manipulate the course of human evolution through Instrumentality. Only those authorized by ancient protocols or possessing sufficient willpower can wield it effectively. In modern contexts within the Rebuild saga, its location is tied to lunar operations and recovery missions involving the Evangelion units. Caution is advised, as improper handling may trigger catastrophic structural failures in surrounding AT Fields.
Did You Know?
- The artifact shares a naming convention with the Cassius Crater located on the surface of the Moon.
- It was historically used in conjunction with the Spear of Longinus during pivotal events involving Lilith.
- Unlike standard lances, it is capable of penetrating barriers that normally repel all physical matter.