Counterattack at the Gallows (episode)

Counterattack at the Gallows is the fourth episode of Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion R2.

Summary
Lelouch deduces the nature of Rolo's Geass and convinces Rolo to spare him; in return, he will hand over C.C. Li Xingke confronts the Eunuch Gao Hai and kills him to take command of the consulate. As the deadline approaches, Guilford prepares to execute the captured Black Knights, until Zero appears, challenging him to a duel. Using the same strategy from the Black Rebellion, he causes confusion amongst the Britannian military as they are dumped into Chinese territory. While the Black Knights rescue the prisoners, Rolo tries to kill Lelouch for his betrayal. However, he takes a bullet meant for Rolo, giving the youth pause. Lelouch plays on his insecurities about his future and sibling relationship, convincing him to join his cause.

Battles

 * Black Knights' Rescue Operation (Concluded)

Powers or Abilities used

 * Rolo's Geass
 * Lelouch's Geass

Quotes

 * "That's right, I can't remember how many people I've killed. Nobody counts the number of times they brush their teeth or eat a meal. Same with this. My Geass is suited to assassination. That's what I was told. So I kill. There was no other place for me." -Rolo


 * "Team? The mission is what's important isn't it? Who cares about the team?" -Rolo
 * "Convincing Rolo to wait bought me a little bit of time. As long as he thinks he can capture C.C., then he won’t report that I’ve regained my memories. Still, what’s his motivation? Doesn’t seem to be a desire for promotion in Britannia, or simple loyalty. Is there some other line of question I should be following? It’s a dangerous card, but it has its merits… I don’t have any time to hesitate, because tomorrow the Black Knights are scheduled for execution. So what do I do? Rolo knows about my Geass now; even if I manage to kill him somehow, the OSI would know that I’ve regained my memories. If that happens, Nunnally will be lost for good. Seems I’ll have to keep playing “Student” until I can rescue Nunnally. Fortunately, Guilford’s men and the Office of Secret Intelligence don’t seem to share information – that explains why they haven’t found the Knightmare that I hid. But that’s all I have in my favor. So what should I do? How do I save the Black Knights and neutralize Rolo at the same time?" - Lelouch's inner monologue.


 * "I have a question for you Lord Guilford. What do you do when there is an evil you cannot defeat by just means? Do you stain your hands with evil to destroy evil? Or do you remain steadfastly just and righteous even if it means surrendering to evil?" -Lelouch


 * "Trying to take Nunnally's place you little phony. I'll use you up and then throw you away like a piece of trash." -Lelouch


 * "Who does Rolo Lamperouge think he is? Pretending he is my little brother. I shudder from the disgrace. It's too bad, if he was someone who was really loyal to the OSI I could have had that sniper finish you off right there. Still you'll make a convenient pawn though I'll keep you in reserve a little longer. Never forget, all you are is a fake Nunnally. For now I'll play the game as if you really are my little brother but one day I'll use you for a most decisive move." -Lelouch (Preview for the next episode)