Rivalz Cardemonde

Lelouch's good mischievous friend

Lelouch's good mischievous friend and an optimistic Student Council member at Ashford Academy. A comic relief character who has lured Lelouch into betting chess.

Quotes

  • Hey, Lelouch, wanna have a drink?
  • I'm me, Lelouch. The mischievous friend type.
  • For Milly, I'll do anything.
  • Chess is life; a match has no meaning if it doesn't heat up!
  • Off on an outing today with the sidecar!

Trivia

  • One of the few scenes in the anime depicting his particularly excellent sidecar driving skills.
  • Loves gambling and has a setting where he hides a secret betting chess venue at school.
  • Fills the comic relief role in the series.
  • Continues a strong unrequited crush on Milly.
  • Attended Ohgi and Villetta's wedding reception and got scolded by Milly.

Alternate names

Rivalz Cardemonde Rival

Tags

Code Geass Ashford Academy Student Council Mischievous Friend Optimist Sidecar Chess Zero's Influence

Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male
Birthday
July 20
Birth year
Imperial Calendar 2000

Appearance

Overall appearance
A young man whose optimistic and bright personality is reflected on his face. From California, suits casual clothing.
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Brown
Iconic items
  • Beloved sidecar
  • Chess set

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Optimist
Detailed personality
Bright and cheeky, fond of fun things and games. As Lelouch's good mischievous friend, supports his actions and sometimes serves as an intermediary for betting chess and other play. Also has a pure side with an unrequited crush on Milly.
Keywords
  • Optimist
  • Comic Relief
  • Gambling Enthusiast
  • Lelouch's Mischievous Friend
  • Kind-hearted
  • Student Council Member
  • Sidecar Driver
Talents
  • High sociability
  • Betting chess prowess
  • Building friendships
Skills
  • Sidecar driving
  • Negotiation skills
  • Mood maker who energizes people
Motivation
Unrequited love for Milly, wishing for her happiness. Continuing to support Lelouch as his friend.
Habits
No catchphrase, but has a great vibe and often drags those around him into things.
Favorite foods
Milly's cooking
Hobbies
Betting chess, Sidecar riding

History

Backstory
Male student from California attending Ashford Academy. Close mischievous friend to Lelouch, drags him into various troubles and fun. Favorite vehicle is the sidecar, and he is skilled at driving it. Has an unrequited crush on Milly.
Debut date
circa 2006
Work title
Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion
Media type
Anime

Betting Chess Arrangement

Significant event
Betting Chess Arrangement
Description
Arranged betting chess at a secret bar unknown to the school, involving Lelouch.

Bar Part-time Job

Significant event
Bar Part-time Job
Description
Worked as a waiter at the betting chess bar.

Sidecar Use During Black Rebellion

Significant event
Sidecar Use During Black Rebellion
Description
Drove the sidecar as a body double to help Lelouch escape from Villetta.

Unrequited Love for Milly

Significant event
Unrequited Love for Milly
Description
Persistently harbors feelings for Milly but they are unreciprocated.

Relationships

Lelouch Lamperouge

Best friend

Deepened friendship by involving Lelouch in betting chess.

Milly Ashford

LoveInterest

Unrequitedly in love with Student Council President Milly and continues to pursue but never succeeds.

Villetta Nu

Teammate

Had contact during Ohgi's group and Black Knights activities.

Ashford Academy Student Council

Ashford Academy Student Council: 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: Lelouch of the Rebellion I Initiation

Movie / Supporting

2017 Theatrical Edition #1

Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion II Rebellion

Movie / Supporting

2018 Theatrical Edition #2

Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion III Glorification

Movie / Supporting

2018 Theatrical Edition #3

Code Geass: Lelouch of the Resurrection

Anime / Supporting

2019 TV Series

Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion Lost Colors

Game / Supporting

2008 PSP/PS2

Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion Lost Stories

Game / Supporting

2022 Mobile

Voice cast and creators

Noriaki Sugiyama

Voice actor
Noriaki Sugiyama
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime Edition

Noriaki Sugiyama

Voice actor
Noriaki Sugiyama
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Theatrical Edition

Ryōta Suzuki

Voice actor
Ryōta Suzuki
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Lost Stories

Gorō Taniguchi

Creator name
Gorō Taniguchi
Role
Original author

Ichirō Ōkouchi

Creator name
Ichirō Ōkouchi
Role
Writer

Sunrise

Creator name
Sunrise
Role
Animation studio

Kadokawa Shoten

Creator name
Kadokawa Shoten
Role
Publisher

Related goods

Rivalz Cardemonde Figure

Item name
Rivalz Cardemonde Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Ashford Academy Sidecar Miniature

Item name
Ashford Academy Sidecar Miniature
Category
Digital
Availability
Limited