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Yes.

This is, after all, Gainax (after whom the infamous bunny and the
equally infamous bounce are named after) we're talking about.

Character development, plot, mystery, religious symbolism? All B.S. 
Even Misato freely admits the importance of fan service in the next
episode previews.

Sadly, horny men still comprise the large majority of anime audiences
(as well as the large majority of anime _produces_, for that matter),
and therefore the artwork will tip towards that end.

-"Dot"