The Abandoned Mask (episode)

The Abandoned Mask is the seventh episode of Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion R2.

Summary
Nunnally is sworn in as the new Viceroy and announces the restoration of the SAZOJ. Knowing he cannot go against his sister, Lelouch slips into a state of depression. Before he can relinquish himself to drugs, Kallen steps in, reminding him of his responsibilities as Zero. Meanwhile, The Black Knights are under attack by a Britannian naval fleet led by Suzaku. Rushing to the battlefield, Zero leads the Black Knights to victory. He then announces his intention to accept Nunnally's offer to join the SAZOJ.

Plot
Nunnally is sworn in as the new Viceroy of Area 11, and reveals her intention to restore the Specially Administrated Zone of Japan.

Knowing he cannot go against his sister's wishes, Lelouch slips into a state of depression. Before he can relinquish himself to Refrain, Kallen steps in to Lelouch at Shinjuku, telling him that she wanted to tell him something. She notices he is about to inject Refrain. He felt that the Black Knights are not needed anymore and that he cannot challenge his sister, he uses Refrain to bring back memories.

Kallen forcefully takes away the Refrain from him and throws it to the floor. She tells him that she'll do whatever he says just so he will become Zero again. From at the same state of depression, Lelouch tells Kallen that she can 'console' him. Lelouch stands up and holds Kallen's chin in an attempt to kiss her.

Kallen snaps at the last moment and slaps him telling him that he has a responsibility and an obligation to the Japanese and the Black Knights. She then runs away.

An eavesdropping Rolo emerges, but attempts to persuade Lelouch to abandon his identity as Zero and return to being a high school student. Meanwhile, the Black Knights are under attack by a Britannian naval fleet, led by Suzaku. A glimmer of hope is revealed to Lelouch after he sees fireworks setting off at Ashford Academy. Rushing to the battlefield, Lelouch orders the Black Knights to fire straight ahead even though the enemy was not there. The Black Knights follows his orders and launch the torpedoes, setting the detonation at 40 seconds.

When it exploded, massive underwater bubbles came to rise up to the surface, leading to the victor of Lelouch and The Black Knights.

To Suzaku's surprise, he then announces his acceptance to Nunnally's offer in joining the Special Administrated Zone of Japan.

Battles

 * Second Battle of Port Yokosuka (Concluded)

Powers or Abilities used

 * Lelouch's Geass
 * Rolo's Geass

Quotes

 * "The world lies. Thou shalt not commit murder. Thou shalt not bear false witness. Thou shalt not cheat. Thou shalt not steal. Thou shalt not covet thy neighbor's wife. All of these are lies. Mere illusion, nothing more. They don't want to be killed. They don't want to be robbed. Using the twin lies of justice and morality, the weak are endeavoring to protect themselves. But, the first truth is that the strong devour the weak. So let us feed upon people, upon wealth, upon riches, and power. We of Britannia shall feast upon the raw flesh of the world itself. We must crush this deception and bring forth the truth. All hail Britannia!" -Charles


 * "The world Nunnally desires, the future Nunnally has chosen, that leaves me, leaves Zero, standing in the way. My sister's safety has been guaranteed. She has the Britannian military forces to protect her. And Suzaku too. He may be my worst enemy, but I trust him to do at least that. Yes, as I once hoped he would, and even after I can no longer safeguard Nunnally." -Lelouch


 * Conversation between Kaguya, Kallen, and C.C.
 * "The greatest men succumb to feminine charm. Grown-up men have basic physical needs." -Kaguya
 * "Lady Kaguya what are you saying?" -Kallen
 * "Thank goodness. You're a lot more generous than you seem." -C.C.
 * "I so appreciate you keeping him company while I was away. Thank you." -Kaguya
 * "No need to thank me." -C.C.
 * "Here, you as well Kallen. We three who support master Zero. That makes us three ladies of his court doesn't it?" -Kaguya


 * "Snap out of it Lelouch. You're Zero now. You have and obligation. You've got to live up to the dreams you once gave us all. So please, keep fooling us until you no longer can. Please, we need you to be Zero this time with all your heart. Play your role like you mean it." -Kallen


 * "Then why not forget about them. All the heavy burdens that just weigh you down. Zero, the Black Knights and Nunnally. For Nunnally's sake as well. If Zero vanishes then peace will come to Area 11. Lelouch, you can go back to being an ordinary student again. You can be happy. Is there something wrong with that? Wanting happiness isn't a crime. No one would have to be hurt. Look, we still have time to undo what's been done. It's all right. I'll never abandon you I promise. I'll stay with you as your brother forever, Lelouch." -Rolo


 * "Perhaps you're laughing, perhaps you're enjoying it. However, that isn't the truth. I am the only one that knows the tragedy that is hidden behind your smile. If but one person is aware of the truth and holds the power to save you. Yes, I must oppose the kind of rule called peace. Oppose the system that looks down upon us, despises us and treats us like toys. In the name of Zero." -Lelouch (Preview for the next episode)