Cornelia li Britannia

Witch of Britannia

Second princess of the Holy Britannian Empire, a valiant knightly royal known by the epithet 'Witch of Britannia.' Pilots her dedicated machine Gloucester and stands at the forefront of the battlefield as Viceroy of Area 11.

Quotes

  • One has the right to rule only because they fight with their life on the line.
  • I do not tolerate weakness. Be strong.
  • We do not stop, to carve open the future.
  • To protect my sister, that is my mission.
  • Battle is the proof of blood's justice.

Trivia

  • The epithet 'Witch of Britannia' derives from her overwhelming strength and command ability.
  • One of the few female knight characters turned into figures in both the original work and anime.
  • Has a particularly deep connection with Shinichiro Tamaki, who supports her frontline command.
  • Euphemia's death is her greatest trauma.
  • The dedicated machine 'Gloucester' she pilots in the show receives high praise for both speed and combat power.
  • Possesses a very strong sense of justice while sometimes making cold-hearted judgments.

Alternate names

Cornelia li Britannia Witch of Britannia Flash

Tags

Britannian Royalty Viceroy Knight Witch Guren Rebel Code Geass Female Warrior Yuri

Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Female
Birthday
January 13
Birth year
Equivalent to Imperial Calendar 1972

Appearance

Overall appearance
Long dark brown hair close to purple tied back in a ponytail, possessing refined beauty. As befits a knightly royal, exudes a noble and sharp gaze with the high dignity of a knight.
Height
Approximately 172cm
Eye color
Brown
Distinguishing features
  • Sharp gaze
  • Ponytail
  • Dignified posture
Iconic items
  • Dedicated Knightmare Frame Gloucester
  • Military Uniform
  • Boots
  • Knight's Cape

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Brave
Detailed personality
Strong sense of responsibility, calm yet also impulsive at times. Approaches battle with strong loyalty and resolve, highly trusted by subordinates. A typical knight combining rationality and passion, willing to make ruthless decisions when necessary.
Keywords
  • Courageous
  • Responsible
  • Noble
  • Calm
  • Stubborn
  • Loyal
  • Leadership
Motto
One has the right to rule only because they fight with their life on the line
Talents
  • Swordsmanship as a knight
  • Advanced KMF piloting skills
  • Tactical leadership
Skills
  • Frontline command
  • Special operations execution
  • Leadership over the populace
Motivation
Establishing Britannian control in Area 11 (former Japan) and maintaining public security

History

Backstory
Raised as the second princess of the Holy Britannian Empire, receiving royal education and knight training from a young age. After the assassination of her half-brother Clovis, appointed as Viceroy of Area 11, taking responsibility for the colony's security and control in place of the homeland. Calmly suppressed anti-regime forces in Area 11 while battling rebels with powerful military force. Engaged in many fierce battles with the 'Black Knights,' deeply loving her half-sister Euphemia and feeling intense grief and anger at her death. After the Black Rebellion, worked tirelessly to suppress chaos in Area 11, acting as a national ruler with a sense of justice different from Schneizel's while maintaining activities. Later kidnapped by Lelouch's scheme but rescued, participated in the final battle, and after escape, acted together with Schneizel.
Debut date
October 6, 2006
Work title
Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion
Media type
Anime
Episode or chapter
Episode 1

Appointment as Viceroy of Area 11

Significant event
Appointment as Viceroy of Area 11
Description
After the assassination of her half-brother Clovis, appointed as Viceroy of Area 11.

Shinjuku Incident

Significant event
Shinjuku Incident
Description
Suppressed the Shinjuku Ghetto to destroy the base of anti-empire forces.

Black Rebellion

Significant event
Black Rebellion
Description
Conducted strict suppression operations against the rebel uprising.

Second Tokyo Battle

Significant event
Second Tokyo Battle
Description
Participated in large-scale battle with the Black Knights, sustained heavy injuries but continued fighting.

Zilkhstan Infiltration and Rescue Operation

Significant event
Zilkhstan Infiltration and Rescue Operation
Description
Kidnapped but rescued by the Black Knights, resumed resistance activities.

Relationships

Charles zi Britannia

Father

Father. The 98th Emperor. Symbolic existence of the nation and the plan.

Euphemia li Britannia

Sibling

Younger sister from the same mother. Deeply loved and doted on her.

Lelouch vi Britannia

Sibling

Half-brother and archenemy. Complex family relationship.

Clovis la Britannia

Sibling

Half-brother. Involved in assassination after his death as viceroy.

Schneizel el Britannia

Strategist

Collaborated but clashed due to differences in ideology.

Villetta Nu

Went through a complex relationship and married.

Gilbert G.P. Guilford

Teammate

Loyal chief of staff and subordinate.

Holy Britannian Empire

Holy Britannian Empire: unknown

Black Knights

Black Knights: unknown

Media appearances

Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion

Anime / Supporting

2006 TV series

Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion R2

Anime / Supporting

2008 TV series

Code Geass: Akito the Exiled

Movie / Supporting

2012 movie series

Code Geass: Lelouch of the Resurrection

Movie / Supporting

2019-2021 movie trilogy

Code Geass (manga version) and side stories

Manga / Supporting

Voice cast and creators

Junko Minagawa

Voice actor
Junko Minagawa
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime Edition

Junko Minagawa

Voice actor
Junko Minagawa
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Theatrical Edition

Goro Taniguchi

Creator name
Goro Taniguchi
Role
Original author

CLAMP

Creator name
CLAMP
Role
Character designer

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