I remember watching this show every week, waiting for the big final at 50 episodes and it was one of my most enjoyable moments watching anime. A strange love between a human and a coralian with a mech robot that understands them as they have to face the challenges of different enemies that want them captured.
Renton is a somewhat dumb and brave boy that have a talent for flying the combat mech Nirvash, growing up with his grandfather in his repair hangar, his life is one day changed as the girl Eureka needs help with her mech. Swept away with love on first sight he chooses to join Eureka's group and soon finds himself in a good family of friends.
I have not seen Neon Genesis Evangelion but I guess that most people that are familiar with the show will feel right at home. You should try and see if you like Eureka Seven, don't be scared by the 50 episode length. And avoid the successor Eureka Seven AO until you are ready, because it changes the original story too much.
