Review of Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion

Code Geass is one of those animes that you look back on and remember the emotional roller coaster that will forever change your view on mecha animes. Code Geass is quite possibly the most entertaining and amazing anime to date and here is the review. Story - When I started watching the first episode of Code Geass when it aired I immediately thought it was going to be another generic mecha but when I continued the episode and finished the series i ate those words. The pace of the story is quick in the beginning that really draws you in. Not in a way that getsyou confused but a smooth and nice flow that works great with the story. You will never feel board or feel that the story is moving to slow. For Code Geass picks up the action at the right time and develops characters well. Code Geass's action is great and the visuals are well done for its time but, whats more important is the action scenes have purpose. There is reason for fight scenes, never mindless action to appeal to the audience which makes Code Geass's story shine above all other mechas. Scenes matter and they are well thought out and the action too is always justified, for there is always some larger plan or scheme going on.

- Characters

Another way Code Geass shines above other mechas and other animes is the way the main character handles himself. The main protagonist is Lelouch Lambouge. He isn't the strongest character or even the best pilot for the mechs (which are called Knightmare Frames) but what he lacks in strength he more than makes up for in leadership and cunning abilities. You never feel that Lelouch is a static character but, you see him grow and change through out the series. Each time a tragic event happens it has an effect on him not for just an episode but, carries on and you really see how things that effect him change him as an individual. This gives you a feeling that he can change his way of thinking to any direction and gives the viewer a suspenseful feel about him.This doesn't only happen with the main character but several characters in fact. Code Geass has many out standing characters who do well with an already strong presence like Lelouch. You never feel like the side characters don't contribute to anything or they are there to fill the screen but, each side character have interesting plots that are fleshed out.

- Negative

Code Geass does at times feels like it has an identity crisis. The reason for this is the show gives humor (which there is nothing wrong with this) where the characters feel clowny and not realistic in a serious toned anime. Comedy is needed in a show to break the all serious tone of the show but, some viewers may feel that it goes over the top and at points ridiculous. At one point of the show a character is introduced (Mao) that you feel is over the top and his point is just to give the viewer some information that could have been told. This character in the show I feel really they could have done without and the show would have benefited greatly. Code Geass Also may feel sometimes like things work out to well. Some may feel that Lelouch is too smart for his own good and seems to be a genius just because the writers say he is without giving any indication on how he became a genius.

- Conclusion

In conclusion Code Geass is a great anime that I feel everyone needs to watch. This anime has everything, Mechs, great battle scenes, love interests, plot twists, intelligent story, interesting characters who are well fleshed out, and amazing art and sound. Code Geass amazes me every time I re watch it and those who are on the fence I would say take the leap you wont regret it.