Black Rebellion
A masked revolution to topple an empire and free a nation.
The Black Rebellion is the armed insurrection against the Holy Britannian Empire led by the masked vigilante Zero and his organization, the Black Knights.
Quick Facts
- Key technology
- Knightmare Frames
Lore & Background
The origins of this rebellion trace back to the aftermath of Britannia's invasion of Japan on August 10, 2010 a.t.b., where scattered resistance fighters struggled against superior imperial forces.
Reader's Guide
The uprising began as fragmented resistance cells following the fall of Japan. Zero unified these groups under the banner of the Black Knights, promising liberation. They utilized captured Knightmare Frames to match Britannian technology on the battlefield.
Did You Know?
- The Black Rebellion is led by Zero, the masked alter ego of Lelouch vi Britannia, an exiled prince who obtained the power of Geass from a mysterious woman named C.C.
- The rebellion takes place in Area 11, which was formerly Japan before its conquest by the Holy Britannian Empire on August 10, 2010 a.t.b.
- The Black Knights use captured Knightmare Frames, Britannia's newest weapon called 'Autonomous Armored Knights,' to fight against the Empire.
- Lelouch's Geass, known as the 'Power of Kings,' allows him to command anyone to do whatever he wants through direct eye contact, but only once per person.
- The rebellion is part of Lelouch's vow to destroy Britannia as an act of vengeance against his father, Emperor Charles zi Britannia.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who leads the Black Rebellion?
The movement is publicly commanded by the masked vigilante known as Zero, who coordinates the efforts of the Black Knights organization. Behind the mask lies Lelouch Lamperouge, a former Britannian prince dedicated to destroying his own empire.
What technology do they use in combat?
They rely heavily on advanced Knightmare Frames for combat against Britannian military forces. Their strategy combines guerrilla warfare with direct assaults to destabilize imperial control over Area 11.
Where is the rebellion primarily located?
The conflict centers primarily within the Japanese archipelago, which Britannia has designated as their occupied territory known as Area 11.
What is the ultimate goal of this uprising?
Their primary objective is to liberate Japan from Holy Britannian occupation and restore sovereignty to its people. Zero aims to create a world where his sister Nunnally can live in peace without oppression.
How does the rebellion conclude in the story?
The uprising eventually succeeds in toppling the Britannian throne through a massive final campaign known as the Zero Requiem. This resolution results in Lelouch sacrificing himself to unite the world against him, ending the cycle of hatred.
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