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Actually, this is an important event in CG.

It is the first moment where Lelouch has completely lost control of his Geass and is edging on the path of it absorbing him like Mao. The whole point is that previously he could make statements and prevent it being delivered as a Geass command, but his power had grown to the point that when he did it with Euphy he no longer required intent or context, the power activated without him intending it on the mere phrase of "kill all the Japanese" even though it was being given as an example.

This was also the first time Lelouch realised the danger of his power and how he needed to be careful to ensure he didn't lose himself to it. He was reckless and paid for it.

(also the writing was poor)