Code Prime / Heartwarming

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General

Just about any interaction between Lelouch and Nunnally. As in canon, his brotherly love for her can't be called into question.
Any interaction between Suzaku and Euphemia as well, like in canon. Made even sweeter is the fact that the author has said that Euphie will live to the end of the story.
Nearly any interaction between Lelouch and Optimus. While Optimus fulfills the Parental Substitute role for many characters, his relationship with Lelouch in particular shows him offering both guidance to the young, inexperienced general and someone to confide to during his most conflicting moments. Lelouch in turn views Optimus as the positive father figure he had yearned for and as a result of the kindness and respect he was treated by the Autobots he actually begins to develop a true sense of companionship with his Black Knights and steer away from the more dubious decisions and actions he would normally undertake, gradually becoming a legitimately nobler and heroic individual.
- Optimus' interactions and relationships with Rai, Euphemia, and Nunnally count as well. Overall, Optimus gives the imperial siblings a chance to experience an actual warm father figure.
- Lelouch begins to actively model his ethos and rhetoric after Optimus, which first becomes apparent in R2 when he counsels Akito about opening up more with others and becoming something of a mentor himself for Leila.
Lelouch isn't the only one who bonds with Cybertronians over the story:
- Kallen gets two partners in Arcee and Cliffjumper who have her back and she has theirs, to the point where she considers them older siblings.
- Rai hits it off with Bulkhead who introduces him to Wheeljack, leading to him becoming an official Wrecker.
- Even on the enemy's side, Suzaku and Dreadwing form a strong partnership, with the Decepticon consistently treating the young guilt-ridden boy with respect. This later extends to Euphemia as well, with both her and Suzaku considering Dreadwing the only Decepticon they like and fully trust.
Despite being robotic soldiers from another planet, the Autobots are a Positive Friend Influence on the Black Knights. Showing that even when a worse war came to their world, a team of heroes showed humanity not just hope, but a better way forward.

R1: Rebellion

Chapter 3

Bumblebee breaks off his fight with the Lancelot to rescue a woman and her child.

Chapter 4

After Lelouch explains his backstory to the Autobots, how he and Nunnally were exiled by their father after the death of their mother, and Charles basically told Lelouch that he has always been dead to him, all of the Autobots are horrified to hear this and completely sympathize for Lelouch, with Bulkhead, Ironhide, and Arcee even willing to Groundbridge directly to the palace and blow it all up for what happened. Lelouch is completely shocked that the Autobots are so sympathetic to him that they would be willing to storm the palace for him. This is just the beginning of their partnership and the friendship he has with them.

Chapter 8

When Ohgi explains his reasons for fighting Britannia despite his fear, it was Optimus that encourages him that continuing Naoto's fight was a sign of his bravery. This was only just the start of Ohgi's Undying Loyalty to the Autobot leader.

Chapter 10

One of the first signs that being around the Autobots, notably Optimus, is changing Lelouch. After taking care of the Refrain trading deals, Lelouch intervenes with the circumstances surrounding Kallen and her mother after learning about her home life from Cliffjumper. Using his Geass, he arranges for Kallen and her mother to live in an apartment for free away from Kallen's stepmother. Kallen thanked him with a hug from behind, solidifying her loyalty to him.

Chapter 11

Another sign of the Autobots being a positive influence on Lelouch, where he offers himself up as bait for the Scraplets instead of Bulkhead to save the Autobots from being eaten. This action earns him the trust of the rest of the Black Knights, as well as Ratchet, Arcee, and Ironhide, who were the Autobots that didn't trust him that much up to that point.

Chapter 12

Kallen and Arcee bonding after their horrifying encounter with Airachnid. They've both suffered loss, but they also will do anything to protect the ones they care about; including each other. The fembot goes on to call the redhead her (junior) partner while requesting a Groundbridge.

Chapter 13

This chapter has the birth of a new friendship: Knock Out and Lloyd. Both find common ground in liking the finer details of technology, especially in the Lancelot, and later work together to provide what upgrades and modifications come to mind. Especially when four of the Knights of the Round arrive in Chapter 21.

Chapter 16

After rescuing C.C. from Narita, and hearing her true name, Lelouch and Rai comfort and thank her for all that she's done so far for them. Cera even tearfully says that nobody had ever thanked her before then like that.
Lelouch commits to slowly expanding his circle of trust by allowing Kallen to know his true identity.

Chapter 17

Lelouch reunites with Kaguya Sumeragi, thanking her and Lord Taizo for taking them in, and assuring them that all they want is their help rather than any demands. He also reveals his face to both Ohgi and Tamaki.

Chapter 18

Kallen is conflicted about her reasons for fighting since hearing of the (apparent) death of Shirley's father. Arcee and Cliffjumper console her and encourage her to keep fighting for what's right to make sure at least the deaths of innocents are not in vain. Kallen gratefully promises that she will follow the two Autobots to the very end. Cliffjumper corrects her.
Cliffjumper: I think you mean, ride with us to the very end. We're your partners, not your superiors.
While he doesn't go into the full details, Lelouch tells Shirley about his mother's death, telling her that he knows the pain of losing a parent they love dearly and offers to be someone to comfort her. Shirley's reaction is to cry in Lelouch's chest and accept his comfort, hurt but also relieved that she can share her grief with someone who understands her pain.
Bulkhead and Wheeljack also offer comfort to Rai as well when he feels guilty over causing the avalanche that caused Shirley's father's death and angry over Suzaku calling the Autobots and Black Knights cowards. The two Wreckers assure him that they're not cowards and that they'll protect everyone they can, even if they can't save some people. This strengthens Rai's resolve to not fail in protecting Shirley.

Chapter 19

It's revealed that Lelouch has come to view Optimus as a father-figure. We know Lelouch and we know what will be the end road for him. However in this iteration, thanks to OP, he starts to open up more, bonding with his teammates and even finding better options to save everyone. Hopefully, he'll get his happy ending.
After Lelouch and Rai reveal the truth to Shirley, despite all that has happened, she still forgives them. Furthermore, not only does Lelouch not erase her memories, he even lets her meet the Autobots. After all the crap she underwent in canon, it's surprisingly sweet.
Kallen and Nunnally bonding together, with Kallen revealing that she knows of Lelouch and Nunnally's past, and assuring Nunnally that she will always be there for her and Lelouch, whenever they need her.

Chapter 20

After slowly understanding Lelouch's and Kallen's reasons for fighting, the realization of countless people in Japan losing their livelihood to Britannia, and the Decepticons' involvement making things worse, Shirley finally makes her heartfelt decision after refusing to sit by any longer.
Shirley: Kallen, I want to join the Black Knights.
Optimus shows Lelouch that he really does trust the ex-Britannian prince after he allowed C.C. to go to Mao, as he was confident that Lelouch wouldn't simply allow her to give herself up and had faith that he would strategize a means to save her. After C.C. is rescued, Lelouch and the Autobots reaffirmed to her that she had real companions and that they truly cared for her happiness.

Chapter 21

Shirley hugging both Kallen and Rai, happy to be a part of the Black Knights and helping her friends. Kallen and Rai return the hug while Lelouch looks on with a smile, happy as well that Shirley's with them.

Chapter 22

It's bittersweet, but Cliffjumper and Gino's banter throughout their fight. They give friendly taunts and genuine compliments. These two would probably be best friends if they weren't on opposite sides of a war.
Lelouch seizes the brief chance of Cornelia being captured to order her via Geass to answer all of his questions truthfully. After learning many of the Britannians' battle strategies and more about the death of his mother, he then remembers Optimus recently saying that even Decepticons can change for the better and asks his older sister what she would do for him and Nunnally. Still, under the Geass' effects, Cornelia immediately says that she would stand against Britannia, against their father, for her younger siblings. Lelouch is definitely touched.
Much later, Lelouch and Optimus discuss everything the former learned from his captive, and Lelouch breaks down and confesses he truly wishes to have Cornelia as an ally. He even asks Optimus if there is an actual chance; the Autobot leader immediately says yes and promises they will both have his full support if she decides to join them.
Lelouch then thanks Optimus from the bottom of his heart for everything he and the Autobots have done to make him a better, and happier, person. Optimus, in turn, praises his growth in maturity and finishes with this:
Optimus: Lelouch vi Britannia, I am honored to be your mentor, your ally, as well as your friend.

Chapter 23

On a minor note, Lelouch still wants to come clean with Nunnally about his secret actions. Part of the reason is that he wants to introduce her to Optimus.
Despite being understandably afraid of Mao's return considering what he did to her when they first met, Shirley is still willing to help Lelouch, Rai, and Suzaku with rescuing Nunnally from him, refusing to let what happened to her happen to Nunnally as well.
The simple fact that Lelouch beats Mao because he is willing to place absolute trust in his friends to complete his plan. Lelouch literally erased his own memories via Rai's Geass so that Mao couldn't learn his plan, meaning the only thing he had to go on was his friends' word. And it paid off.
- This also ends up highlighting a fundamental difference between Megatron and Lelouch - he trusts his allies. While Megatron had very little faith in Mao and ultimately left him to Shockwave's nonexistent mercy when he failed, Lelouch put all of his trust in his friends and had it rewarded.
After Mao reveals that Suzaku killed his own father, causing the latter to have a Freak Out moment, Lelouch and Rai help him back home. Even if he is on the other side of the conflict, he's still their friend.
C.C. feels pity for Mao when she senses the peril he is in. For all his actions and the fact he thoroughly deserves whatever Shockwave will put him through, she did care for him as a surrogate son. And then she renounces her ties with Marianne telepathically because she has the utmost faith that Lelouch and the Autobots can and will stop Ragnarok. It's refreshing to see how much she's grown to show her human side and trust in others.
When Cornelia reveals that she's always been envious of Nonette, seeing her senior as a better warrior than herself, Nonette is quick to tell Cornelia that she's capable of much more than she thinks of herself. She also tells Cornelia that she considers her as a rival and a friend, and apologizes for not being able to help Cornelia when she was abandoned by Airachnid and captured by the Autobots. Cornelia is surprised and relieved at Nonette's confession, and Euphie pulls the two of them together in a Group Hug, which they both return. Nonette then assures the two sisters that she'll be there for them if anything happens.

Chapter 24

Tamaki proves that underneath his hotheaded tendencies is a Jerk with a Heart of Gold when he allows Rai the honor of reviving a comatose Bulkhead, by lending him his electric guitar.

Chapter 25

The beginning of the chapter is just a big bonding moment between Kallen, Nunnally, and Lelouch. Kallen admits about her and her mother missing Naoto and Lelouch is still planning to introduce Nunnally to the Autobots, after she's recovered from the trauma of her kidnapping at Mao's hands. Nunnally still trusts her brother about that.

Chapter 26

It turns out Ironhide and Chromia are an item in this story, as he reminisces fondly about her in a conversation with Ohgi. Too bad they haven't seen each other since Cybertron went dark.
Lelouch and Rai can't tell Nunnally the full story about their friends or the... company Suzaku has fallen in with, but they promise her that they'll watch out for their friend. Nunnally in turn trusts them completely.
Monica sincerely expresses her condolences to Shirley about her father's (supposed) death. Another reminder that not all Britannians are egotistical Social Darwinists.
Tohdoh being informed that Katase is not dead by Zero.
The Four Holy Swords become fast friends with the Autobots and Black Knights. Then when he is rescued and presented with his new Knightmare by the Autobot leader, the Miracle Worker says this:
Tohdoh: Optimus Prime, it's an honor to finally meet you face-to-face.
Optimus: The honor is all mine, Kyoshiro Tohdoh.

Chapter 27

As a sign of showing trust after the restructuring of command, Lelouch finally reveals his true identity to the collective leaders of the Black Knights, showing how far he has come under Optimus' tutelage. Those that already knew who he was defended him keeping it a secret and his loyalty vigorously (which he's grateful for, of course). After some discussion, everyone present says Lelouch has their support and trust.
- Word of God also confirms that unlike in canon, the Black Knights will not betray Lelouch as they did under Schneizel's manipulations.
C.C. and Nunnally have a nice bonding moment, with C.C. even telling Nunnally her real name. Goes to show how spending time with the Autobots has really changed her.
- There's also something about the banter between her and Bumblebee afterward. Almost like they were siblings.
In the same scene Nunnally reveals that she ships her brother and Kallen, having noticed that they seem to be attracted to each other.
A minor one has Monica consoling Rivalz when he learns of Milly's engagement with Lloyd. She even offers to help call it off as a Knight of the Round, realizing that Rivalz has feelings for Milly, as well as Milly not being interested in the marriage and Lloyd not really caring that much either.

Chapter 28

Euphemia is a sweet, compassionate princess who's ecstatic at the fact her brother, Lelouch, is alive. She quickly warms up to Optimus Prime as well, who reciprocates.
Nonette turns out to be willing to start a Britannian civil war if need to be to avenge Rai, his mother, and his sister.
Arcee turns out to have been sick with worry while the others were missing.
During Kallen's "The Reason You Suck" Speech to Suzaku and Dreadwing, she mentions her dead brother Naoto. Dreadwing mentions his own deceased twin Skyquake, realizing that both he and Kallen fight in honor of their fallen siblings. He even expresses his honest sympathies to Kallen, despite being on opposite sides of the war. He also makes it clear that he will never mock someone who has lost a sibling.

Chapter 29

After Lelouch finally reveals the truth to Nunnally, he also introduces her to Bumblebee. He even lent her his earpiece so she could understand the scout better!
There's also the part where Lelouch promises Nunnally that he won't die and he won't leave her and that he'll make the world a better place for them both to live in with everybody else after Nunnally expresses that she can't imagine the world without her big brother, which was what she said when Lelouch died in the Code Geass finale. Here, with Lelouch becoming a better person thanks to the Autobots, Optimus Prime in particular, perhaps the siblings will be able to live together in that better world in the end. Only time will tell...
Rai immediately tells the others everything about his past life, breaking down as he blames himself for the death of his family. Shirley, Bulkhead, Fixit, Lelouch, and Optimus each take turns reminding him of all the good things he's done and the fact he has another family with them.
After an argument between Cornelia and Euphemia leads to Cornelia slapping Euphie, an action that she immediately regrets, Guilford comforts her, assuring her that she's not a bad person despite her past actions, as well as expressing his distrust of the Emperor and the Decepticons. He then tells her that he would side with her without a moment's hesitation if given a choice, which Cornelia appreciates.

Chapter 30

Continuing from the previous chapter, Rai gets pep-talks from both his half-sister, Nunnally, and his fellow Wrecker, Wheeljack.
Both Euphemia and Dreadwing are deeply worried about Suzaku, to the point where the former practically begs the latter to watch out for him. Dreadwing agrees without protest or hesitation.
Lelouch also comes clean about everything between him and Clovis with his sister after she calls him on a secret line. After assurance he's not alone thanks to the Autobots and the Black Knights, the siblings end the call with a mutual "I love you."
When both Dreadwing and Suzaku are surrounded by the Chinese Federation forces and are moments away from being killed, Dreadwing tells Suzaku that it was an honor to fight by his side and know him as an individual, even calling him his brother. Luckily they are both saved by the arrival of the Black Knights and Autobots, with Dreadwing noting that he and Optimus teaming up has become something of a habit lately.
Euphemia finally explains to Suzaku and Dreadwing what Optimus explained to her on the island, that Megatron lied to them and that he was the one responsible for destroying Cybertron. She ends up asking them both to help her in her goal of not just stopping the Decepticons, but stopping all the war and bloodshed Britannia has caused for so long and bringing peace to the world. Not only does Suzaku support Euphemia, Dreadwing kneels to her and pledges himself to her goal and protect her. This really shows how far the friendship between the three of them has come, with Dreadwing even willing to turn on Megatron and work with the Autobots and Black Knights if necessary.

Chapter 31

Euphemia and Nunnally finally meet again at the festival.
Chapter 31 also reveals that Milly had known Lelouch's identity as Zero for some time now, and had been keeping quiet about it for Lelouch and Nunnally's safety. She assures Lelouch that he's not a bad person, knowing that Shirley's father (supposedly) dying was an accident, and she'll be his friend no matter what.
Upon meeting Rai again, this time knowing that he is her half-brother, as well as his past, Euphie offers her condolences to him and even offers to be a sister for him. Rai is touched by Euphie's kindness and is surprised when she pulls him into a hug.
Lelouch introducing Nunnally to Arcee and Cliffjumper (even though the two were in vehicle mode along with Bumblebee for covert purposes).

Chapter 32

Milly says her goodbyes to Lelouch, Nunnally, and Sayoko before they leave Ashford Academy, with the siblings thanking Milly for everything she and her grandfather had done for them. In return, Milly asked Bumblebee to look after the two siblings, despite not having a translator.
Lelouch finally gets to introduce Nunnally to Optimus once he gets her to the Ark. Lelouch is excited deep down over seeing them finally meet and immediately hit it off, due to both of them being kind, compassionate people deep down.
- There's also Nunnally feeling Optimus's presence near her: One of hope, comfort, and awe that she had never known before.
Before it all goes to hell with Airachnid kidnapping Euphemia, the moment between Euphemia, Dreadwing, and Suzaku is this with Euphie thanking Suzaku and Dreadwing for supporting her, and even kissing Suzaku on the cheek. Dreadwing even calls Euphemia by her nickname, showing how much he's grown to care for her.
- Likewise, after being kissed by Euphie, Suzaku sees Dreadwing have a smirk on his face, which he returns before exchanging words playfully.
After being told about her past and the Cybertronian war by Ohgi, Villetta/Chigsua, who's still suffering from amnesia, and grateful to Ohgi for taking care of her, decides to join the Black Knights to make up for her sins, expressing her distaste for the person she was before losing her memories. Ohgi also promises Villetta that he'll help her if she gets her memories back.
Villetta/Chigusa: I don't want to be that person anymore... but if I do become her again, go ahead and do what you have to. Protect your friends, even from me.
Ohgi: Alright. But I won't let you become that person again. Even if you do get your memories back, I'll do what I can to help you.
When Lelouch expresses to Optimus, Bumblebee, and Nunnally his concerns that he may end up like Megatron after realizing how alike he and Megatron are in some ways (overthrow the old regime by force), the three are quick to point out that Lelouch is much different from Megatron, as he cares greatly for his friends and family, acknowledges his mistakes, and has grown to be a better person.
Arcee and Cliffjumper personally save Kallen's mother during the SAZ Massacre, making sure that she gets through a Groundbridge safely with a child. When Kallen's mother expresses concern for her daughter, Arcee assures her that Kallen is safe.
Dreadwing and Suzaku have a Heel–Face Turn!
Lelouch tells Suzaku that he doesn't want to have him as an enemy any longer, and he doesn't want to see him die. The former prince makes it clear to his best friend that he will never give up on him, begging him to let him help. What solidifies Suzaku's decision to join the Black Knights is Nunnally comforting him.
Nunnally: Do you remember what I said seven years ago, Suzaku? How a warm touch is good for tears?
Suzaku: But...I'm not crying...
Nunnally: I know...you've done many bad things Suzaku, but you are not a bad person. Megatron is the real monster, he tried to make you into something you're not. He twisted your heart, mind, and soul so much that it makes me cry just thinking what he tried to do to you. But, I know you can be something better. Big Brother wants to help you, Optimus wants to help you, Shirley wants to help you, I want to help you. Let us help you...let us help put your wings back together so you can be the angel you were before.

Chapter 33

Suzaku's farewell message to Cecile and Lloyd at the beginning, thanking them for giving him a chance and warning them to be careful of the Decepticons.
- Right after receiving the message, Cecile decides to defect from Britannia as well to help Suzaku. Lloyd tags along as well, though it's mostly so he can keep working on the Lancelot.
Cornelia taking on Megatron for the sake of her siblings. Yes, she had no chance against the Champion of Kaon, even if she wasn't attacking in a blind rage, but she was willing to throw down with him to get revenge for what he did to Euphie, as well as the fact that the Decepticons could have killed Lelouch/Zero at any time, leaving Nunnally devastated. If there was any doubt about Cornelia's dedication and love for her siblings, it went away with this moment.
Suzaku owing up and confesses his sins and mistakes to Todoh and Ironhide. Both soldiers tell Suzaku that despite everything he had done, he is still capable of changing and doing good in the world.
- On top of that, Todoh and Ironhide assuring Suzaku that they will save Euphie once they get the chance to do so. Ironhide even notices that Suzaku and Euphie's relationship may be like his with Chromia.
Nunnally comforting Dreadwing and offering her condolences to him when the truth of Skyquake's death is revealed.
Optimus assuring Lelouch that he will not leave his side no matter what.
Ohgi and Chigusa's farewell kiss before the Battle of Tokyo.
Kallen finally comes clean with her mother, telling her that she's a Black Knight, as well as the truth about Lelouch and Nunnally. While Mrs. Kozuki is understandably worried for her daughter after losing Naoto, she expresses pride in her daughter for taking a stand against Britannia. Kallen even properly introduces her mother to Arcee and Cliffjumper.
Cliffjumper: Nice to meet ya. You raised one hell of a kid.
Shirley gets several moments as well in this chapter. Like Todoh and Ironhide, she assures Suzaku that he can still do good in the world and make up for his mistakes, and expressing her happiness for finally having him in their ranks. The second moment is when she confesses her feelings to Lelouch. While Lelouch tells her gently that he doesn't have feelings for her like she does for him, he still considers her a close friend. Likewise, Shirley assures Lelouch that she'll stand by him as a friend, even telling him to make sure that if he ever gets a girlfriend, to make her the happiest girl in the world. Lelouch even expresses his hope that Shirley will find someone as well.
Suzaku and Lelouch's phone call before the Battle of Tokyo begins, with Suzaku assuring his old friend that he'll now stand by him 100 percent.

Chapter 34

Suzaku briefly loses his cool when an asshole soldier badmouths Euphemia, going on a wild rampage. It's Ironhide, one of his biggest skeptics, that talks the kid down.
Gino, Nonette, and Monica all listen to their consciences.
- While Arcee is naturally wary around him and Kallen reminds him he's still got a lot to answer for (which Gino himself admits), Cliffjumper welcomes his former Friendly Enemy with a smile.
- Nonette makes clear her loyalty to the Emperor and Britannia will always be secondary to her loyalty to Rai, even calling him by his preferred adopted name. Rai returns the favor by standing by her side against Dorothea.
- No sooner does Shirley send her a text saying Decepticons have taken their friends' hostage (itself showcasing a lot of trust between the two girls) does Monica stop her fight with Suzaku and head straight for Ashford Academy to rescue them.
- As Ratchet Groundbridges himself there to help, Shirley pleads with him to take her along.
Shirley: Please! Let me help! They need me!
Ratchet: (hesitates, then smiles) Of course they do.

Chapter 35

Shirley manages to talk Nina out of going on a Roaring Rampage of Revenge for Euphemia's sake, helping her realize the evil of Britannia and the Decepticons, and that Euphemia and the Black Knights want to help people.
When Shirley decides to help Ratchet, Bumblebee, Cecile and Monica fight Hardshell, Rivalz, Milly, and Nina volunteer to help as well to repay the Autobots for saving them.
Cliffjumper doesn't show any fear or hesitation while shoving Luciano into a generator, instead giving Arcee and Kallen a parting smile that remains even after his death. He even promises to say hi to Naoto and Tailgate for them.
Cliffjumper: I love you guys.
Rai blows off Breakdown's head and takes down Knock Out and Dorothea, all because he wants to protect Nonette and Bulkhead.
Suzaku and Euphemia reuniting with the latter giving Suzaku a full kiss on the lips.
Cornelia and Euphemia apologize and reconcile with each other after being freed, with the former even thanking Suzaku and Dreadwing for saving them. She even addresses Suzaku by his first name.
Dreadwing realizes his T-Cog is too damaged for him to escape the deposit's blast radius, so he stays behind to fend off the Insecticons until detonation, all while sending his final thoughts to Suzaku, Cornelia, and Euphemia.
Dreadwing: Cornelia li Britannia, you and I may not have agreed on everything. But you are an honorable warrior, one who cares deeply for your comrades as well as for your family. I am proud to have fought beside you. [...] Euphie... you are a kind soul... one who wishes for all people to live happy lives, regardless of their differences. Continue to strive for the peaceful future you wish for, and never let go of that kind heart you hold deep inside. [...] Suzaku Kururugi... You are my brother. You have many flaws, but I wouldn't trade you for any other. You wish to atone for your past sins; be sure that you do, by living for the sake of those you care for. For your friends' sake, for your loved ones' sake, don't abandon them, not now, not ever. [...] Thank you... all of you... for showing me... light... Goodbye.
Even as Megatron's Geass nearly brings Optimus to despair, Alpha Trion appears in the vision to remind him of all the good he's done and will continue to do. The Prime cites Lelouch as an example: a broken child, angry at the world for the pain inflicted upon him and his loved ones, but still good at his heart. Optimus brought hope to him and steered him away from falling into the darkness, which in turn inspired many others. Revitalized by Alpha Trion's words, Optimus breaks free of the Geass and pounds Megatron.
- C.C. cries Tears of Joy at the realization that Optimus could fight off Megatron's power. A feeling stirs in her that she hasn't known for a long time: hope. Which also completely proves Alpha Trion's point.

Chapter 36

Throughout the chapter, Kallen is comforted for the loss of Cliffjumper by not just Arcee, but a good number of her friends. Her chatty Nice Guy partner will be remembered.
Lelouch's friends and allies unite to save him from Megatron's Dark Geass. With the power of the Matrix of Leadership, Nunnally, Optimus, and C.C. enter Megatron's vision to give the boy a You Are Better Than You Think You Are speech. Remembering all the people he's come to care about, Lelouch breaks free of the nightmare with the promise that he'll never stop fighting.
Nunnally regains her sight!
Cornelia's reunion with Lelouch and Nunnally.
The Black Knights and Autobots cement their loyalty and friendship to Lelouch. Likewise, Cornelia joins the Black Knights, as well as Euphie, Lloyd, Cecile, Nonette, and Monica. The rest of the Ashford Student Council also join as well to help their friends.
- One of them quickly proves her worth to The Alliance: Nina suggests using the Decepticons' own broadcast to call for reinforcements, prompting this reaction from the resident Dr. Jerk:
Ratchet: (laughs triumphantly) Nina Einstein, you are a genius!
(Nina smiles blushingly)
Cera, while making a contract with Optimus, outright begs the spirits of the Primes to allow it, because she's started becoming real friends with the Autobots and Black Knights, and wants to avoid losing them.
- The Primes in turn do not attack her despite the power of Geass originating from Unicron itself, and once they hear her impassioned plea, fully agree to the contract, provided C.C. swears to put all her might into aiding her friends and upholding the cause of freedom and justice. Cera does so with the same words Lelouch used when they made their contract.
- The interactions between Optimus and Cera as well, before and after they make the contract. At the beginning of the story, they are tentative allies at best, but now Cera openly says the Autobot leader has the strongest will of any person she's met in her life, and Optimus completely trusts the immortal despite her warning of Geass often having unpredictable effects.
Optimus: Till all are one.
Cera: Till all are one.
Somewhat tellingly, the characters and narration more frequently use (and by the end of the chapter, completely switch to) her real name as opposed to C.C.
The ending. Megatron sends out a message into space to rally his Decepticons to come to Earth and take over the planet. However, the Autobot-Black Knight alliance secretly sent a message of their own to gather any Autobot resistance that are scattered across the universe. No matter how bleak the situation is, there is still hope.

R2: Revolution

Chapter 1

The Glinda Knights are shown to be very close with each other, as they're saddened by Johann Schwarzer's death and vow to stay by Marrybell's side.
As she, Milly, and Rivalz have infiltrated the Decepticons' communication center at Mt. Fuji, Shirley reports in her message to Zero that Guilford is alive and with them, noting Cornelia would be happy to hear that. Poor guy's finally going to get a break after six months.
Thanks to cybernetic braces, Nunnally is able to walk again!
Chromia is one of the new Autobots that arrives during the Time Skip, reuniting her with Ironhide.
In blatant contrast to the Decepticons (except for Sky-Byte) gleefully slaughtering any humans in their path, the Autobots that have arrived in the time skip work almost seamlessly with their allies among the Black Knights and Peace Mark; they pair up to go after certain targets and watch each others' backs.
Cornelia's new Knightmare, a custom Vincent, is painted in the colors of the Glaston Knights in memory of Darlton and his sons.
Rai honoring his mother Sakura and sister Erina by having Kururugi be his last name.
Lelouch uses his Geass on a Vehicon to make him help the Black Knights free the slaves at Mt. Fuji, then tells him to leave and reconsider his life choices. Optimus notes with pride that Lelouch has changed — months ago, he would have ordered the Vehicon to kill himself, but now he's giving him a chance.
Optimus's Geass, the Prime Geass of Absolute Conviction, increases his Hope Bringer status even further, allowing him to raise the spirits of even those who are all but completely broken by his words, all without forcing his will on them.
Lelouch mentally promises Cliffjumper, Dreadwing, and all of their other fallen comrades that their deaths will not have been in vain and punctuates it with detonating Mt. Fuji.
A small one has Megatron praising Soundwave when the latter manages to decode several coordinates for the Iacon relics.
Megatron: You never cease to surprise me, my friend.

Chapter 2

Guilford and Cornelia reuniting after several months apart.
Cornelia has come a long way during the Time Skip, she's respectful to the Japanese Akari Kozuki, gently teases Guilford, and has no problem being in an Autobot unit and taking orders from Ultra Magnus, even asking him to have Guilford assigned to the Elite Guard with her.
It's revealed that Villetta/Chigusa's memories returned during the Time Skip, and despite this, she still wants to change for the better. She also mentions that even before, she considered Guilford an inspiration.
Grindcore giving Suzaku some advice and comforting him as a fellow ex-Decepticon, telling him he always looks out for his "Teamies".
Suzaku: Teamie? But we're in different squads...
Grindcore: Eh, so long as we both got this... (Points to the Autobot symbol on his shoulders and Suzaku's uniform) I don't care if we're on different squads, we're on the same team. And anyone on the same team is a teamie to me.
- Jazz and Sideswipe later tell Suzaku much the same thing; they're aware of Suzaku's mistakes but are still willing to give him a chance to do better.
Bumblebee and Smokescreen have nothing but respect and glowing words for Alpha Trion, making Shirley wish they could've met the old Prime who had also mentored Optimus. The Elite Guard cadet says to that:
Smokescreen: Well, I know he would have liked you guys. He always had a soft spot for the younger generation.
What's the first thing that Lelouch thinks of using the Forge of Solus Prime for? Fixing Bumblebee's voice box, which Cornelia notes.
Optimus almost managed to get through to Anya via his Geass and would have if Marianne hadn't intervened.
Lelouch protecting Optimus from being killed by the Dark Mordred, which is being piloted by his mother.
Gino rescues Anya when her Knightmare is damaged.
When Kallen was abrasive to Suzaku (due to feeling that he was replacing the late Cliffjumper), it was Arcee who convinces her that while no one can replace their late comrade (having lost Tailgate along with the fact Arcee was also partners with Cliffjumper), that doesn't mean she couldn't find other partners - they met plenty of people during the time they spent with each other. Strongarm, despite being a rookie, was willing to be a friend to the redhead. This escalates in Kallen and Suzaku utilizing a Combination Attack with their Knightmares to defeat Steeljaw, Airachnid, Thunderhoof, and the Insecticons, and after the mission, they were finally able to make up.
Suzaku and Euphemia share a kiss or two at the end, and the knight telling the princess he doesn't need a command to love her.

Chapter 3

Nunnally could actually walk again under her own power soon.
The non-com Black Knights and Autobots, including Ratchet, praising Nina for how far she's come since the end of R1.
When Nunnally expresses her sadness over Metroplex's death and the fact that he can't be revived, Perceptor assures her that the titanic Autobot's sacrifice was not in vain, as it allowed the Autobots to escape to Earth and meet their Black Knight allies.
Ms. X getting an actual name of her own.
Drift's concern for his Mini-Cons.
Doubles as a funny moment, after Suzaku thanks Grindcore for his advice, the Wrecker demands he get in his Knightmare so he can hug him.

Chapter 4

Elita-One advising Lelouch when he's worried about facing Megatron again.
- And before her, Nunnally and Kallen console him about the trauma he still feels from Megatron's Dark Geass, the latter emphasizing that Lelouch doesn't have to fight Megatron alone.
Optimus' first instinct upon witnessing Megatron's fresh Terrorcon army is to order Lelouch and the Zero Squad to fall back to the Ark. Not a single one thinks of leaving their leader behind.
Everyone reassuring a rattled Lelouch after he sees the Dark Queen.

Chapter 5

Alice's concern for her friends upon realizing that she's been rescued, and Nunnally offers to be the one to befriend her.
Despite his injuries, Guilford is willing to put his life on the line to defend over two million civilians residing in the Ark. Cornelia was both concerned and touched by his conviction to stand and fight.
Lelouch briefly remembers with a smile how Optimus had insisted that the Omniglobe be built for him. A way of acknowledging Lelouch's strengths and showing the trust between them.
Megatron tries to drive a wedge in-between Optimus and Cera with his knowledge of her secrets, namely her participation in Ragnarok, but Optimus counters it and reveals that he already knew that she was keeping more secrets, he was just waiting for her to be comfortable saying them.
- Cera keeps herself from tearing up at the realization of how much he trusts her and respects her wishes but promises him that she will tell him everything one day.
Gino tells the heroes to kill him to keep the Decepticons from forcing him to kill them. Bumblebee and Rai find a way to save him instead.
Everybody, human or Cybertronian, celebrating at the chapter's end. They've not only survived a grueling battle but handed the Decepticons their first completely irrefutable defeat and saved all of the civilians aboard the Ark.
At the end of the chapter, Optimus's Geass finally takes effect and awakens some actual guilt in Marianne for how poorly she and Charles have treated their children and how they have affected Anya. This leads to Marianne finally opening a dialogue with her host.

Chapter 6

The whole chapter is pretty much a Breather Episode, with the Black Knights and Autobots enjoying some well-needed downtime at Horai Island, they and the civilians celebrating their escape and first major blow against the Decepticons.
Lelouch seeing a kindred spirit in Li Xingke through dedication to Empress Tianzi which the former prince notes is on par with his own to Nunnally, assures him that they will stop the High Eunuchs, restore true power to Tianzi, and bring democracy to the Chinese Federation.
When Gino wakes up, he's greeted by the sight of his former classmates and fellow defected Knights of The Round pouring into his hospital room to check on him. After they leave at his request to join the giant party, Arthur stays and keeps him company.
Doubling as a Moment of Funny. Cera finally getting a slice of one of the giant pizzas - six slices of them after being denied her chance six months ago!
As he watches the celebration with Arcee, Optimus notes that the Autobots and Black Knights have become the one thing he learned from Earth that's greater than an army: a family.
Kallen pulling Lelouch into the festivities.
Jetstorm, Safeguard, and The Four Swords trying to get Tohdoh and Drift to join the fun.

Chapter 7

Akito brings up Euphie's supposed part in the SAZ Massacre and questions how Black Knights could rally behind a Britannian prince (Lelouch), earning him rebuttals from Suzaku and Kallen, respectively.
Euphie and Velaines have a pretty civil reunion, the latter assuring the former that he doesn't believe for a second that she had anything to do with the Massacre. Velaines is also fully willing to negotiate and consider pardoning the Autobots and Black Knights, even Optimus Prime and Zero, if it means standing together against the Decepticons. They part as they meet: on good terms.
Leila is silently in awe with the way Lelouch and Suzaku display to her and Smilas how much thought they've put into building a just and equal society for all of Earth after the Decepticons are dealt with. She resolves to help them with every fiber of her being, also wondering if Optimus Prime is also like these two young idealists. She'll be in for a treat when she meets him...
Ryo and his gang joining the Black Knights. Though Ultra Magnus argues that their crimes shouldn't be excused, Leila makes her canon offer to the trio, and Elita chimes in as well, stressing that they do indeed have freedom of choice in this situation. Ryo thinks to himself that there's something about the fembot that puts him at ease, making his agreement all the more relaxed.
- Lelouch gives Leila full support in her decision.