What started out as a popular mecha series in Japan spread like wildfire across different countries. Code Geass, which started airing on October of 2006 and ended September of 2008 has been continually a subject of talks and debates among anime fans. Not only has it managed to capture different faces of human emotions. It has also left various lessons which are applicable in todays situation.
Code Geass is written by Ichiro Okouchi and directed by Goro Taniguchi. In this Code Geass anime review, we will tackle some of the things that made the anime a popular hit among teens and adults alike. If you have watched then entire series, you are welcome to drop in your comments as well.
Theme. Without a good theme, any series will soon be boring and confusing. This anime made sure not to fail on this aspect by providing a strong one which is revenge. It is centered on a young prince who was originally a Britannian but was forced to flee the country after an assassination to their lives that killed their mother. In order to protect his sister and to avenge their mothers death he vowed on making those responsible people pay. And for a teen shouldering this responsibility, it is difficult not to sympathize with him.
Characterization. No matter how good the plot, without great and relatable characters, you still cannot get attached to the story. But Code Geass created awesome characters that are easy to like. Each of them, especially the main ones are reflective of a particular group of people. It should not be a surprise then to love the antagonists as the story unfolds.
Great friendship. When things get rough and blood starts to spill over the place, one thing that can relieve the tension and give us a fresh new start is friendship. The creators of this anime took this seriously and gave us a wonderful treat. There were of course deaths. But all in all, the bond that they made along the painful journey was unbreakable.
Family feud. For the sake of revenge, the main character is willing to fight against his own family. This is what makes Lelouch a good character. Apart from the wit and strong will power he posses, he knows what he was doing and stays true to what he believes. While he became more like antagonistic in the end, one cannot just push a good character away with a clear motivation.
Knightmare frames. The weapons may not be as good as the modern Gundam series but they are competent enough. What makes them great is their ability to both excel in air and close combat. The best thing is, they do not look awkward when they do so. Their designs and built in capacities are also awesome. Of course, the pilots are equally admirable in their own ways.
Plot. At the end, what makes this a great series is the plot. It is full of surprises, revelations all woven into a very creative manner. It also did not stray away from its major driving theme which is revenge. It even manage to thicken it as more and more antagonists got in the way.
If you have not yet watched the series and is currently wrapping up your 2014 anime list, this should definitely be among your top picks. It is a cocktail of emotions with awesome revelations. A must watch.
Code Geass is written by Ichiro Okouchi and directed by Goro Taniguchi. In this Code Geass anime review, we will tackle some of the things that made the anime a popular hit among teens and adults alike. If you have watched then entire series, you are welcome to drop in your comments as well.
Theme. Without a good theme, any series will soon be boring and confusing. This anime made sure not to fail on this aspect by providing a strong one which is revenge. It is centered on a young prince who was originally a Britannian but was forced to flee the country after an assassination to their lives that killed their mother. In order to protect his sister and to avenge their mothers death he vowed on making those responsible people pay. And for a teen shouldering this responsibility, it is difficult not to sympathize with him.
Characterization. No matter how good the plot, without great and relatable characters, you still cannot get attached to the story. But Code Geass created awesome characters that are easy to like. Each of them, especially the main ones are reflective of a particular group of people. It should not be a surprise then to love the antagonists as the story unfolds.
Great friendship. When things get rough and blood starts to spill over the place, one thing that can relieve the tension and give us a fresh new start is friendship. The creators of this anime took this seriously and gave us a wonderful treat. There were of course deaths. But all in all, the bond that they made along the painful journey was unbreakable.
Family feud. For the sake of revenge, the main character is willing to fight against his own family. This is what makes Lelouch a good character. Apart from the wit and strong will power he posses, he knows what he was doing and stays true to what he believes. While he became more like antagonistic in the end, one cannot just push a good character away with a clear motivation.
Knightmare frames. The weapons may not be as good as the modern Gundam series but they are competent enough. What makes them great is their ability to both excel in air and close combat. The best thing is, they do not look awkward when they do so. Their designs and built in capacities are also awesome. Of course, the pilots are equally admirable in their own ways.
Plot. At the end, what makes this a great series is the plot. It is full of surprises, revelations all woven into a very creative manner. It also did not stray away from its major driving theme which is revenge. It even manage to thicken it as more and more antagonists got in the way.
If you have not yet watched the series and is currently wrapping up your 2014 anime list, this should definitely be among your top picks. It is a cocktail of emotions with awesome revelations. A must watch.
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