2009-09-03, 23:31 | Link #621 | |
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2009-09-07, 12:37 | Link #622 |
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The symbolism of light and dark in Code Geass
I would like to make a thread for this topic-
I think a really interesting aspect of the symbolism of code geass is how light and dark color schemes are used. Traditionally dark colors would be used to signify the 'bad' side while white/ light colors would be used for the 'good' side--for example with what they wear, the place they live, etc. But in Code Geass such things seem to switch around, the same way that the characters themselves seem to 'switch' in that neither side is fully good/ evil, or opposite color schemes seem to be delegated than would be expected. For example Lelouch, though he is the protagonist and 'hero' of the story, seems to choose darker colors for everything-his Zero outfit, the uniforms of his followers (significantly named the 'black knights'), even when playing chess he always chooses black. I think that all of this is supposed to be a way to show both how he sees himself and how he wants to be seen by others--for example, the playing up of his 'dark side' (a side which he seems very much aware of, beginning with his internal monologue at the end of episode 1) can be a useful way to intimidate his enemies. On the other hand the Britannian side seems to be portrayed in light colors, especially Suzaku and the Lancelot. This makes sense in a way considering how Suzaku believes himself to be fighting on the side of justice, against the 'terrorists'. What I think is most interesting is that by the end of the series, Lelouch is the one in lighter colors and Suzaku in dark colors. This makes more sense on Suzaku's side because by that point he doesn't seem to have a very high opinion of his own role in 'justice' anymore, but Lelouch is more confusing- after all by that point I doubt he sees himself as 'good', if he ever did. But I'll leave other people to decide on that one. Thoughts? |
2009-09-07, 12:52 | Link #623 | |
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2009-09-30, 18:25 | Link #627 |
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I'm not sure why it may trigger an all out war, but considering Code Geass's posting trend, nothing should be taken at a face value. So may I ask for an opening post before such thread can be considered?
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2009-09-30, 18:42 | Link #628 |
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maybe it could be
list your top 3/5 pilots in order and provide explanation for your choice provided details and factors for your opinion should include 1)battle score balance (loss vs wins, who they defeated and were defeated by) 2)type of machine used 3)most impressive performance 4)personal rational
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2009-09-30, 18:48 | Link #630 | |
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That said, Paladinoras still gets the chance to come up with a viable opening post which won't encourage the type of VS discussion that carries the potential to go out of hand very quickly.
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2009-10-01, 03:35 | Link #631 | |
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For example, like God Tier - The best pilots of the Code Geass series, considered as the aces of their respective armies Kallen Kouzuki Suzaku Kururugi Bismarck (Forgot his last name) Ace Pilot Tier - Talented pilots, very skilled, but not quite the level of an ace yet. Toudou Gino Weinberg, And so on. It's more like a discussion about their skill levels rather than who is THE best, so technically this should not lead to a flame war. Technically.
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2009-10-21, 01:54 | Link #633 | |
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2009-10-24, 03:59 | Link #638 |
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That's a lot to discuss on just one thread for both Suzaku of the Counter Attack and NightMare of Nunnally don't you think?
What about the new Characters like; Spoiler for details about NoN:
I guess we'll just have to wait until a mod decides. |
2009-10-24, 04:51 | Link #639 | |
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most of what is being discussed in that thread is about NoN |
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