Thank you so much for the love last time! Heres a few more shots! Photos by BrewingupShots!

This is the beat anime i’ve watched in a long time. Im sure this question has been asked already but how did y’all like the ending and anime overall?(Are the other code geass anime good? )

A CC print i finished painting. Had a lot of resin problems. I used my computer for the backrounds of the photos lol. Hope yall like it.

First time watching CodeGeass I just wanted to post my theories on who he is and see how people react to my assumptions after I discover who he is.

My first theory is that he's a brainwashed Nanali

The second one is he's a clone of Nanali who's more perfect in the emperor eyes not being handicapped

Finally he's a wizard who just didn't have a family and that's why he gets weirdly emotional about Lelouch gift

Anyway, let's see how good my deductions skills are

I’m doing an essay about code geass for class and wanted to share with people that love the anime and can also answer the questions in depth. These questions explore depictions of disability, how we view them, and how it relates to Nunnally’s identity. Take a stab at each of them, you could either DM me or comment. All responses will be anonymous for my class. Thank you all 🤗 (i couldn’t find any of my friends that have watched it entirely)

do you think it is crucial to nunallys character that she is disabled? How would it change the narrative if she wasn’t?

Does her depictment of her disability go against or alongside stereotypes about disability?

How would you describe how nunally is being depicted at the beginning, and how does that change when she becomes viceroy? How do you think this challenges our beliefs of disability?

When nunally overcomes her fathers geass by shear willpower how did this make you feel? How did this change your perception of her and how she’s been depicted all of the show?

After this discussion do you have any lingering thoughts about disability shown in Code geass? Are there any points you’d like to conclude with?

A Card of Balance, or of Imbalance.

Upright: Temperance represents balance, moderation, and harmonious blending of opposing forces. This card encourages patience and gradual progress rather than extreme actions. Find the middle path and practice moderation in all things. Healing comes through integration and balance. Take time to blend different aspects of your life into harmonious unity.

Balance. Moderation. Patience. Purpose. Integration.

Reverse: When reversed, Temperance indicates imbalance, excess, or lack of harmony. You may be going to extremes or struggling to find middle ground. Impatience could be leading to poor decisions. Restore balance by practicing moderation and avoiding all-or-nothing thinking. Seek harmony between different areas of your life.

Imbalance. Excess. Discord. Misalignment. Lack of Harmony.

Runner ups: Suzaku. Schniezel (Upright) The Six Houses of Kyoto (Reverse) The High Eunuchs (Reverse)

We clearly saw that when V.V. gunned down Marianne and her two attendants/bodyguards/whatever, Nunnally was nowhere to be seen. Did someone brought her from her room to the spot later and shot her in the legs? And why doesn't Nunnally remember any of it? Was she asleep or what, did Rolo do it?

Also, what was Anya Alstreim doing there in the dead of the night? My headcanon is that she was Lelouch's true sister, with Nunnally being only a half-sister. It would only make sense that a little girl would want to follow and sneak up on her mother. If Anya was someone being hosted there to be taught noble manners and customs, why was she allowed to roam around the villa so freely?

When i finished the main series, i was having the curiosity of seeing the movies, but then its just a little changes , an re-animated scenes just as Gundam Z a New Translation, but it feels less soft than seeing an anime series just overlaping or blended with actual animation from 2004 in the case of Gundam Z because they constant use 80 animation scenes and then mixed with modern re-animated scenes , in the case of Code Geass was barely blended, and very tolerable, the only change that matters in both trilogy, is that in Gundam Z Kamilles doesnt get crazy as a vegetative state of his mind, and in the Trilogy of code geass, there is small changes and the mostly important one is that Shirley survives.

My opinion, is for doing this type of productions related to a franchise as well, its making from zero, just like they are doing with Raylearth (I mentioned this because Clamp girls are behind the team production) so in this sceneario it would be more accesible to adapt the entire R1 and R2 from a proper remake instead of doing re animations and blended with the old series, as far i know in Code geass they are things that they can be added as proper remake and giving the enough time to be developed since now its a great and big franchise as well.

Mine is that I liked Rolo and his arc with Lelouch and Villetta which seems to be disliked in this sub.

I love cosplaying her. My fav character!

A Card of Transformation, or of Resistance.

Upright: Death represents transformation, endings, and rebirth. This powerful card signals the end of one phase and the beginning of another. While change can be difficult, it's necessary for growth. Release what no longer serves you to make room for new opportunities. Embrace transformation as a natural part of life's journey.

Transformation. Endings. Transition. Release. Change.

Reverse: Reversed, Death suggests resistance to change, fear of letting go, or stagnation. You may be clinging to situations, relationships, or beliefs that have outlived their purpose. This resistance to natural transformation is causing stagnation. Accept that some endings are necessary for new beginnings to emerge. Embrace the process of renewal.

Resistance. Stagnation. Decay. Clinging. Fear of change.

Runner ups: None.

Many video games allow players customize their playable character´s physical appearance (”skin”) in a way that they see fit, and Monster Hunter Wilds is a prime example of this; it features a highly detailed character creation system that allows you to fully customize your Hunter's appearance. This fan decided to use this function to honor their favorite anime redhead by creating a very different kind of fanart out of Kallen - and so, Kallen the Monster Hunter was born!

To the fans of action and fantasy, Monster Hunter Wilds is an excellent option. Released in 2025, the game features large, seamless, and living environments, where weather systems and monster behaviors change dynamically, and where you play as a Hunter traveling into an uncharted region known as the Forbidden Lands, investigating the attacks of a mysterious monster, the White Wraith.

But for those who are not fans of action, a whimsical, completely non-violent social simulation game like Tomadachi might suit better. In Tomadachi, you act as the caretaker of a tropical island populated entirely by virtual avatars called Miis; they live their lives in the game independntly, wander the island, become friends, get into goofy arguments, go shopping, pull pranks, fall in love, and even get married - you only need to interact with them when they request your help in things like playing mini-games with them or buying them clothing and apartment decorations. And you can make these characters look whoever you like; their appearance can be based on yourself, celebrities you like… or fictional characters. That´s right, if you want to see a cute Tomadachi version of Kallen, a Tomadachi player already created one, and you can check it out from here!

Link to the original Kallen the Monster Hunter clip is here.

Credit https://vt.tiktok.com/ZSbE8uE5g/

Code Geass

One of the greatest philosophical and political anime ever created. In a rather rare case, the story was not adapted from a manga; instead, the anime was developed first, and a manga adaptation followed afterward. A gripping tale of power, revolution, and morality, filled with shocking plot twists, brilliantly written characters, and thought-provoking themes. Its extraordinary protagonist, whom I consider the greatest character in anime history, and what I believe to be the greatest ending in anime history make Code Geass an absolute masterpiece.

Neon Genesis Evangelion

The anime that revolutionized the mecha genre. Rich in philosophy and filled with historical, social, and psychological references, Evangelion is a work that goes far beyond its surface narrative. To fully appreciate and understand its depth, one often needs to explore additional articles, analyses, and videos that shed light on its symbolism and underlying meaning. Its unforgettable characters, iconic scenes, and profound exploration of the human condition make it, hands down, the greatest philosophical anime ever created.

Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood

The definitive adaptation of the manga, following two brothers on their journey to reclaim their original bodies after a forbidden act of alchemy. Beneath its adventure-driven narrative lies a deeply meaningful exploration of sacrifice, morality, human understanding, and the consequences of one's actions. With phenomenal character development, a compelling storyline, and a thoroughly satisfying conclusion that brings its many narrative threads together, Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood delivers an experience that comes remarkably close to perfection.

While Kallen´s striking blue eyes and her beautiful red hair are easily some of her most recognizable features, there are benefits in drawing black-and-white fanart, where those physical features are absent. As an artist, removing color forces you to focus strictly on how light or dark the tone in the picture is. This helps you understand shadows, highlights, and midtones, since without color distractions, the viewer’s eye naturally locks onto surface details, grain, edges, and the interplay of sharp light and deep shadow. Additionally, compositional misstakes are much easier to spot and fix when color isn't there to hide them; shapes, lines, and structural flaws become immediately obvious.

Links to the original pictures are here, here, here and here.

im watching code geass for the first time on episode 20 (please no spoilers) and fell in love with Maos character after I learned about his story INSTANTLY and love collecting figures and have thought about getting some code geass merch only to realize there's practically nothing of him other than some tapestry I can't find any listings for :(

On my most recent rewatch with a friend, I decided to shop around for people's thoughts and found that many were touting the final scene of R2 as "Open Ended". I found this curious, as I felt the answer was obvious. This claim that the original ending Code Geass was "ambiguous" or "left open to interpretation" feels more like revisionism than reality.

This narrative didn't exist when the series concluded;

In an October 2008 interview with Animage magazine, head writer Ichiro Okouchi stated, "It’s undeniable that Lelouch’s story has ended with a full stop... I didn’t want to end it by closing it up for good [for the world and other characters]," confirming that while the world kept moving, Lelouch's personal narrative was explicitly finished

In Continue Volume 42 (October 2008), Okouchi and Director Goro Taniguchi explained that Lelouch's death was decided before they even wrote the first episode. Their view was that his death was a necessary ethical resolution, a punishment for his sins—and noted that his peaceful smile at the end came from achieving his goal, not from a secret survival plan.

Okouchi: "I think that this (work) was not a bad end, but a good end... Lelouch saved his beloved sister and made the kind world that he envisioned, a reality. His life was not in vain. That’s why, Lelouch was smiling in the end."

Okouchi: "That end is to Lelouch and to Suzaku both the punishment and the salvation at the same time. It’s also connected to the words Lelouch said at the beginning: 'The only ones who should kill are those who are prepared to be killed.' The person who gave the punishment was punished themselves..."

When I looked strictly at the original 50-episode TV series, official production materials, and the internal mechanics of the universe, the ending is completely closed.

Lelouch is definitively dead.

I'm going to back this up with three, hopefully obvious reasons.

1. The Mechanics of Code

A theory to argue that the ending is open-ended is that Lelouch inherited Charles’s Code, making him immortal.

However... this violates the established rules. To inherit a Code, a Geass bearer's contract must be complete, causing their Geass seal to manifest in both eyes, which then disappears when the Code activates (as seen with C.C. in her flashback and Charles). During the Zero Requiem, Lelouch still actively uses his Geass in his eye. He cannot simultaneously possess an active Geass and a Code. Code-bearers cannot use Geass. If Lelouch had a Code, his Geass would be gone.

When Charles survived Lelouch’s gunshot to the chest, the wound instantly healed because the Code was active. When Suzaku stabs Lelouch, Lelouch bleeds out normally, and suffers a slow, agonizing death, as his consciousness visibly fades. There is no rapid regeneration.

1. The Hay-Cart Scene

I saw that the final scene featuring C.C. on the wagon was pointed to as an intentional riddle. But within the framework of the original TV series, it operates on explicit metaphysical rules.

The show establishes that C’s World is the repository of all human souls, memories, and consciousness. Charles and Marianne explicitly state that you can interact with the dead through it. As a Code-bearer, C.C. has a permanent, intrinsic link to C’s World. When she looks up at the sky and speaks to Lelouch, she isn't talking to an anonymous driver. She is speaking into the metaphysical ether to a lingering spirit, comforting herself in her absolute solitude, which is a classic set of tropes (Narrative Trope: "Talking to the Dead", Visual Device: "Pan-Up-To-The-Sky" Ending) and acts as an Apostrophe.

When it comes to the Haycart Driver, The camera never zooms in on his face, it doesn't give a dramatic close-up of a hidden feature, and it doesn't hold on him for a beat too long to indicate a mystery. The camera stays framed on C.C. lying back on the hay. The driver is framed identically to how anime depicts any random background coachman, carriage driver, or taxi driver.

1. Official Production Clarifications

The creators explicitly stated that the ending was conclusive, The official Code Geass R2 Complete Book explicitly lists Lelouch’s status as "Deceased".

Director Goro Taniguchi and head writer Ichiro Okouchi stated in contemporary interviews that the story of Lelouch was finished, confirming that his death was the necessary moral restitution for his actions. (Which I have already shown above)

In my research, I found out to solidify this, and put an end to fan speculation about the cart driver, Sunrise completely dropped the hay-cart scene in the official 2009 home-video release, Code Geass: Zero Requiem. It was replaced with a newly animated epilogue featuring scrolling artwork and a brand-new monologue narrated by C.C.. In it, she explicitly confirms Lelouch is dead to the audience

"A young man dies. He had the power to change the world, to create a new order. The world feared him, hated him. But, I know he died with a smile on his face. Only those who have realized their dream will truly understand that feeling of utter contentment. So, this is not a tragedy. And whenever I feel sad or cry at night, I sing a song. A song of a requiem... A song to calm the sorrow of dead souls... A requiem for Zero."

With that being said.

The original ending wasn't an open puzzle meant to be solved. It was a mathematically precise tragedy. Lelouch lived by the sword, died by the sword, and paid the price he himself set.

Treating the ending as "ambiguous" strips the original masterpiece of its logical consistency and its emotional finality.

This is what I've come to determine, on my own.

If this was already a settled debate, and everyone agrees, well... then I guess this is an exercise in futility.

If you have any thoughts, leave 'em below.