New Code Geass Project Launched

[NateFate]

is this code geass r3?

[Meatrose]

Originally Posted by NateFate

is this code geass r3?

No, it's a manga that is scripted by Taniguchi Goro, the director of the TV series. It's set during the Edo period which means that it takes place somewhere between 76 and 341 years prior to the birth of Lelouch vi Britannia. C.C. is present though. Someone will need to give Renya (the protagonist of the new manga) his Geass. ^^

Something animated might be on the way though. The producer of the TV series, Kawaguchi, said that he "would like to announce a new anime soon" so something might indeed be planned for the future. Nothing is confirmed though and we know nothing of the nature of whatever lies ahead. These Newtype articles also announced the DVD/BD release of Lelouch's birthday event - a live event at which the voice actors performed a live picture drama in front of an enthusiastic crowd.

Spoiler for a very short (early) summary of the picture drama (which might help explain the "rumors" of a new anime season):

Three dead characters (Lelouch, Rolo and Shirley) appeared as "ghosts" at one of Ashford's school festivals seemingly right in time to help fight off Chinese terrorists that for some reason attacked the school. After the invaders have been taken care of Lelouch goes transparent (while Rolo and Shirley disappear completely) and talks to some of the living characters before he fades out of existence once more.

Anyhow, artwork for this picture drama (which involves dead characters, Chinese troops and stuff like that) was shown in the NewType announcement and I think that's why a lot of people have assumed that some kind of remake or alternate universe anime is on the way. There's nothing concrete that suggests that something like that is going to be produced though. All we have is a statement from the producer in which he says that he would like to announce a new anime soon combined with artwork related to the picture drama. Viral marketing indeed but NewType = Kadokawa so it shouldn't come as a surprise really. ^^

Even if a new anime is properly announced in the future I must say that something like "R3" (a continuation to the Lelouch of the Rebellion storyline) is the least probable option given the circumstances and the way R2 wrapped up the story. That last thing is just my personal opinion though. Some agree with it, some don't.

[plau]

Do you know where I can find the artwork for the Picture Drama? And when will the BD/DVD of the Birthday event be released?

[Meatrose]

Originally Posted by plau

Do you know where I can find the artwork for the Picture Drama? And when will the BD/DVD of the Birthday event be released?

Sure, here's the NewType announcement. Look to the bottom right for some (tiny) images from the event/PD.



Unless they've changed the release date it should be out April 23.

The disc contains 140 minutes worth of material and the live event itself is about 100 minutes long. The rest will be extra material and it's been said that we'll be given a sneak peak at the new project. If that's going to turn out to be something animated or if it's going to be panels/artwork/character sheets from the upcoming manga is unknown at the moment.

[Zetsubou Bunny]

Originally Posted by Meatrose

Spoiler for a very short (early) summary of the picture drama (which might help explain the "rumors" of a new anime season):

Three dead characters (Lelouch, Rolo and Shirley) appeared as "ghosts" at one of Ashford's school festivals seemingly right in time to help fight off Chinese terrorists that for some reason attacked the school. After the invaders have been taken care of Lelouch goes transparent (while Rolo and Shirley disappear completely) and talks to some of the living characters before he fades out of existence once more.

That's fucking amazing. *wipes tear*

[Arbitres]

...Uh oh. Sounds like a milk Routine is happening.

No offense, though. Thats IMO.


Anyway, I say we look forward to it. And hope Code Geass maintains a decent enough hold on it's character developement, story, and subplots.

...I'm still wondering why they haven't done Lost Colors, and make the Pre-production prototype official, like naming it 'Bedivere'. (Arthurian Legend mythology...)

Well, Regardless. Long as they remain true to the series most distinguishing markings... We don't have much to worry about. Besides the fear of this being another 'Milking Routine'.

[eaglei3]

Originally Posted by Solstice Cross

Anyway, I say we look forward to it. And hope Code Geass maintains a decent enough hold on it's character developement, story, and subplots.

I'm actually hoping they regain more of their ability to hold on to character development and plots again. To me, season 1 did a much better job at that than season 2 did.

[NateFate]

when its aired?

and can we download it?

how the total of number episode until end?

[konart]

Originally Posted by NateFate

when its aired?

and can we download it?

how the total of number episode until end?

wtf are you talking about?

[-KarumA-]

Originally Posted by NateFate

when its aired?

and can we download it?

how the total of number episode until end?

at least read the first post.. please

[Arbitres]

Lelou's smile looks pretty familiar. I wonder why...

@Eaglei3: I know that already, but I never specified which season was more true then no. I agree with you, but I like R2 because of several reasons, but this isn't the dicussion for this.

Anyways, I'm just worried, period. I hope the show doesn't turn into 'Filler Arc' series. (Give yourself a slice of pizza if you know what I mean.) And I hope holes are filled with fulfilling answers. Everything else is up to them. Just maintain it as a good, worthwhile show.

...My expectations? Pretty high. I just hope they consider the what, the how, the why, and the where.

...Thats pretty much it.

[Meatrose]

Originally Posted by Solstice Cross

Lelou's smile looks pretty familiar. I wonder why...

Anyways, I'm just worried, period. I hope the show doesn't turn into 'Filler Arc' series. (Give yourself a slice of pizza if you know what I mean.) And I hope holes are filled with fulfilling answers. Everything else is up to them. Just maintain it as a good, worthwhile show.

...My expectations? Pretty high. I just hope they consider the what, the how, the why, and the where.

...Thats pretty much it.

What show are you talking about? Are you referring to the picture above or are you talking about something else?

[Arbitres]

@Meatrose: The scans found by TrueElements on the very last/first page.

The second one (Next to C.C.) has Renya, in the background a Lelou (?) smiling.

Sorry if I didn't specify, my bad.

[Meatrose]

Originally Posted by Solstice Cross

@Meatrose: The scans found by TrueElements on the very last/first page.

The second one (Next to C.C.) has Renya, in the background a Lelou (?) smiling.

Sorry if I didn't specify, my bad.

Ah, now I see. Anyhow, that's not Lelouch, just someone with similar character design (just like how Renya and Suzaku are not exactly polar opposites in terms of character design). This takes place hundreds of years before Lelouch was born, during the Edo period. It's also not going to be an anime, it's a manga written by Taniguchi. In an interview he said that he wanted to create a new chapter of Code Geass history and have it be unique to manga since that allows for a somewhat different kind of storytelling. Who knows though, if it for some reason turns out to be a huge success it might end up being adapted into anime in the future but I wouldn't hold my breath so to speak. ^^

And don't apologize, I didn't know what you were referring to, that's all. =)

[Eternal Dreamer]

Alright, I've been seeing a lot of different things here (from rumors, pictures, theories, opinions, endless debate), but does ANYONE have a grip on what exactly is certain about these new Code Geass projects???

I mean, it's already been made clear about the manga (although I wish they would tell us the release date for that soon), but everything else seems to be muddled and vague from my point of view. I've TRIED to keep track of everything that's been going on on this discussion, but there has been so much info and speculation that I don't know what true or not anymore. If someone out there would be kind enough to tell me what's definitely confirmed and what's not, I'd really, REALLY appreciate it. (Enough to give them ten, no, TWENTY cookies! )

[konart]

. I've TRIED to keep track of everything that's been going on on this discussion, but there has been so much info and speculation that I don't know what true or not anymore. If someone out there would be kind enough to tell me what's definitely confirmed and what's not, I'd really, REALLY appreciate it. (Enough to give them ten, no, TWENTY cookies! )

Nothing was confirmed. We still have to wait for more info from magazines, officials and Aplril's DVD

[Meatrose]

Well, what's definitely confirmed is that the manga is on its way and that Lelouch's live birthday event will be released on DVD and BD April 23. That's it.

[Lost Cause]

Originally Posted by Eternal Dreamer

Alright, I've been seeing a lot of different things here (from rumors, pictures, theories, opinions, endless debate), but does ANYONE have a grip on what exactly is certain about these new Code Geass projects???

I mean, it's already been made clear about the manga (although I wish they would tell us the release date for that soon), but everything else seems to be muddled and vague from my point of view. I've TRIED to keep track of everything that's been going on on this discussion, but there has been so much info and speculation that I don't know what true or not anymore. If someone out there would be kind enough to tell me what's definitely confirmed and what's not, I'd really, REALLY appreciate it. (Enough to give them ten, no, TWENTY cookies! )

That's just it nothing has been confirmed 'cept that they're are supposed to release the picture drama 'Kiseki no Birthday' on DVD/BD(?) on April 23 2010 and supposedly it will include something on the new anime.

[D-KLAC]

Originally Posted by Meatrose

No, it's a manga that is scripted by Taniguchi Goro, the director of the TV series. It's set during the Edo period which means that it takes place somewhere between 76 and 341 years prior to the birth of Lelouch vi Britannia. C.C. is present though. Someone will need to give Renya (the protagonist of the new manga) his Geass. ^^

Something animated might be on the way though. The producer of the TV series, Kawaguchi, said that he "would like to announce a new anime soon" so something might indeed be planned for the future. Nothing is confirmed though and we know nothing of the nature of whatever lies ahead. These Newtype articles also announced the DVD/BD release of Lelouch's birthday event - a live event at which the voice actors performed a live picture drama in front of an enthusiastic crowd.

Spoiler for a very short (early) summary of the picture drama (which might help explain the "rumors" of a new anime season):

Three dead characters (Lelouch, Rolo and Shirley) appeared as "ghosts" at one of Ashford's school festivals seemingly right in time to help fight off Chinese terrorists that for some reason attacked the school. After the invaders have been taken care of Lelouch goes transparent (while Rolo and Shirley disappear completely) and talks to some of the living characters before he fades out of existence once more.

Anyhow, artwork for this picture drama (which involves dead characters, Chinese troops and stuff like that) was shown in the NewType announcement and I think that's why a lot of people have assumed that some kind of remake or alternate universe anime is on the way. There's nothing concrete that suggests that something like that is going to be produced though. All we have is a statement from the producer in which he says that he would like to announce a new anime soon combined with artwork related to the picture drama. Viral marketing indeed but NewType = Kadokawa so it shouldn't come as a surprise really. ^^

Even if a new anime is properly announced in the future I must say that something like "R3" (a continuation to the Lelouch of the Rebellion storyline) is the least probable option given the circumstances and the way R2 wrapped up the story. That last thing is just my personal opinion though. Some agree with it, some don't.

hmm that info about that "picture drama" i'm guessing

1.from a paraelle world
2."he" must be alive but in another dimension

really if lead to another series to maybe re;-alter the past to save the future it might that idea?!

[Zetsubou Bunny]

Originally Posted by D-KLAC

hmm that info about that "picture drama" i'm guessing

1.from a paraelle world
2."he" must be alive but in another dimension

really if lead to another series to maybe re;-alter the past to save the future it might that idea?!

How can there still be people in this fandom that don't understand that the PD's and SD's are crack?