Lelouch and C.C. Officially Return for New Code Geass 20th Anniversary Releases
Bandai is celebrating the 20th anniversary of Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion by bringing two of the anime’s most important characters back to its popular S.H.Figuarts action figure line.
The new “S.H.Figuarts Lelouch -Zero-” and “S.H.Figuarts C.C.” recreate the mysterious leader of the Black Knights and the immortal woman who granted him the power of Geass, complete with interchangeable accessories inspired by memorable scenes from the original series.
First airing in October 2006, Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion followed exiled Britannian prince Lelouch vi Britannia as he attempted to overthrow the powerful Holy Britannian Empire, which had conquered Japan and renamed it Area 11.
After receiving the supernatural power of Geass from C.C., Lelouch adopted the masked identity of Zero and began leading a rebellion against Britannia, setting the stage for a story filled with political intrigue, psychological battles and enormous Knightmare Frames.
The anime became one of Sunrise’s most successful original productions, eventually receiving a second television season, several theatrical films and numerous spin-offs, with its characters continuing to appear in new merchandise two decades later.
The anniversary celebrations have already included several major releases, including the return of Zero’s official life-size mask replica, which recreates Lelouch’s iconic disguise under the supervision of the anime’s original character design staff.
Image by James RichardsonJapanese anime goods manufacturer TAITO also recently unveiled an enormous 1-meter-tall plush of C.C. wearing her original white restraint outfit.
Image by James RichardsonFor the new S.H.Figuarts releases, Bandai has returned to the characters’ appearances in the original television series, introducing completely new sculpts and articulation systems following a 13-year absence from the figure line.
Lelouch’s figure recreates his appearance as Zero, wearing the black costume, high collar and flowing cape that became central to his identity as the leader of the Black Knights.
The approximately 15 cm tall figure incorporates a newly developed body designed around Lelouch’s slender proportions, with movable sections in the cape allowing it to be posed as though blowing in the wind.
An interchangeable head also allows the character to be displayed wearing Zero’s mask or revealing Lelouch’s face beneath, recreating the two identities he maintained throughout the anime.
Bandai has included three alternative facial expressions, additional interchangeable hands and replacement hair parts designed to recreate Lelouch’s windswept appearance during more intense scenes.
A right hand holding a gun is also supplied, allowing collectors to recreate confrontations from the original series, including the dramatic events surrounding the conclusion of its first season.
For C.C., Bandai has revisited her introduction in the original anime, recreating the mysterious heroine as she appeared during her first encounter with Lelouch.
Standing approximately 14 cm tall, the figure incorporates removable belts around the costume, while flexible sections around the sleeves and lower body allow C.C. to sit and move without the clothing excessively restricting her articulation.
The figure also comes with three interchangeable facial expressions, additional hands and replacement hair parts that recreate her long green hair blowing in the wind.
Bandai has included an interchangeable hand holding a slice of pizza, referencing C.C.’s well-established obsession with the food throughout the series.
Both figures have been designed to complement one another, allowing Lelouch and C.C. to be displayed together in scenes inspired by their partnership throughout the original anime.
Pre-orders for the two new Code Geass S.H.Figuarts figures are now open through reputable hobby goods retailers, such as HobbyLink Japan, ahead of their scheduled release in July 2027.
The “S.H.Figuarts Lelouch -Zero-” is priced at ¥11,000 (approximately $69 USD / £52 GBP), while the “S.H.Figuarts C.C.” costs ¥9,900 (approximately $62 USD / £47 GBP).
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