Review of Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion

The art style and the fact that it's a mecha put me off this series for years. But one summer day, I had nothing better to do so I opened up Crunchyroll and started watching. I can see why a lot of people recommend this series even for non-mecha fans. This is the type of mecha where the giant shiny robots help advance some plot points but it's usually the characters that drive the main story. The main characters are well rounded and the voice acting is excellent for both Japanese and English (shocker, I know). Lelouch is one intriguing character. If writteninto the wrong plot, he could have been a totally jerkwad with little to no redeeming qualities. The fact that he will do anything for his sister and truly believes in his cause saves him from that fate. I also have to give him credit for being a genius and not having to rely on his Geass all the time, which would have made him a dull anti-hero.

Suzaku, well, he's got his own issues too. I would have liked to see more of his story but he was written to be the classic mecha lead of this series so we all get to sit back in awe of his physical prowess and piloting skills.

Don't be too put off by the art style and the fact that it's a mecha. There's a reason why so many people sing praises for this series!