Misato is a young woman with long, wavy dark violet hair, bangs parted to the sides, and dark brown eyes.  She is known for her attractiveness, often called a "babe" throughout the series.  As NERV's commander, she is serious at work but lazy outside of it.  She spends much of her free time sleeping and lives a sloppy life at home with her pet penguin, Pen Pen.  Despite her carefree habits, she remains a strong leader, but in out of work has a sloppy appearance.