Introduction
Code Geass is more than intense KMF fights, a bit of fanservice, and one exiled Britannian’s prince rebellion against an entire country. It’s also a story of philosophy and the discussion of fascinating ideas.
One of the ways we experience those ideas is through dialogue. So this will be the first of many articles where I go through my favorite quotes from different characters in Code Geass. I am going to kick this party off with Kallen Kozuki.
The format of this article will be simple for each quote I will the quote, where it was used describing the situation and why I like it so much. This will list my top 15 quotes in no particular order.
Spoiler alert here and with that in mind these are my Top 15 Kallen Kozuki quotes.
Top Kallen Kozuki Quotes: Number 15
Code Geass R2 Turn 7 Kallen stopping Lelouch from taking refrain
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The Quote:
“So what if you fail this time can’t you come up with another plan to get it back? just give us orders like you always do. Should I use my Knightmare or maybe play decoy? Tell me I do whatever you say. Snap out of it Lelouch you’re Zero now you have an obligation you’ve got to live up to the dream you once gave us all. so please keep fooling us until you know longer can we need you to be Zero this time with all your heart. Play your role as you mean it.”
When this happens: This occurs when Kallen prevents Lelouch from taking refrain. He felt lost and with the special administrative zone re-opening and the Black Knights and his goals will fail.
Why I like this Quote: Because Kallen gives Lelouch a pep talk to get him back in line. She reminds him of who is and what he must do. Much like Suzaku later on, Kallen begs Lelouch to be Zero even just to pretend. This shows the unhealthy reliance that Kallen shows towards Lelouch. It’s an emotional moment and what Kallen says simply adds to it.
And if you’re interested here’s a video discussing Kallen’s relationship with Lelouch
Top Kallen Kozuki Quotes: Number 14
Kallen talking to her mother about her sentence. Code Geass R1 Stage 9
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The Quote:
“mother your sentence… you’ve got 20 years. But you wait I am working to change things when you get out I swear to you. I will make a world where you and I can live a normal life again. So please mother. Don’t you worry, I will I promise you”
When this happens: After Kallen saves her mother when the Black Knights raid a refrain dealer
Why I like this Quote: We learn from this quote that much like Lelouch, Kallen is also fighting so she can live a normal life with her mother. Lelouch is fighting for his sister. Through two quotes from Kallen, we learn that she fights for her mother and for the sacrifice of her brother. It’s a powerful quote because Kallen is crying and is emotionally hurt at the sight of her mother. Remember she realized in this episode the mother stayed around for her. We don’t much time between the two but when we do it’s special
Top Kallen Kozuki Quotes: Number 13
Kallen rescuing Lelouch at the battle of Tokyo 2. Code Geass Turn 18
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The Quote:
“Zero I’m here your elite guard Kallen Kozuki is back on the battle line. Kallen Kozuki Turn 18”
When this happens: Kallen says this when she saves Lelouch from the Valkrie squad during the battle of Tokyo Two
Why I like this Quote: This my favorite Kallen moment in Code Geass. Beyond that we see her kick ass in the Guren Seiten Eight Elements. And Kallen is the most beautiful during that scene. You really appreciate her pretty face.
If you’re enjoying these quotes check out my top ten Kallen facts video
Top Kallen Kozuki Quotes: Number 12
Kallen fighing with C.C. Code Geass R2 Turn 24
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The Quote:
“You have no country. you have nothing to avenge. You also don’t have a shred of ambition. Someone who has no reason to fight should just leave.”
When this happens: Kallen says this when fighting C.C. as Lelouch is stopping Schneizel in the Damocles
Why I like this Quote: Kallen is a mixed bag of emotions here. First of all, she realizes that C.C. has feelings for Lelouch and it might be mutual. Second, she can’t stand C.C. in general because she always appears as a lazy person with no ambitions. Third, she’s aware that C.C. has no stakes in this so her presence indicators. I like the quote because all of this bottle-up emotion all come out in a very passionate way as Kallen screams at C.C.
Top Kallen Kozuki Quotes: Number 11
Kallen defending Lelouch against the Black Knights during their betrayal. Code Geass R2 Turn 19
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The Quote:
“I need an answer, Lelouch. What do I mean to you? I have to know. If I could stay with you I would. Please.”
When this happens: During the Black Knights betrayal as they confront him.
Why I like this Quote: Lelouch during this time lost Nunnally his reason for living and C.C. since her memories are gone. With nothing left the Black Knights’ betrayal seemed almost inevitable. Kallen was determined to be with him until the end. Kallen confession here is demanding that Lelouch make a decision do you love me? do you care about me? Lelouch calling her his most valuable piece got her into tears. Kallen put her all cards on the table and confessed her feelings for Lelouch and that’s why this quote gets me. Kallen felt rejected but still remained hopeful when Lelouch told her to live.