Lelouch, acting as Zero, surprises the Black Knights and the Britannian Empire by agreeing to join the Specially Administrated Zone of Japan (SAZ) established by Governor-General Nunnally.
During the opening ceremony, Zero asks Suzaku Kururugi what it means to be "Japanese". When Suzaku answers that it is a matter of the heart, Zero releases a smoke screen. When it clears, every single one of the one million participants is dressed in a Zero costume. Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion R2 Episode 8
In , titled "One Million Miracles," Lelouch executes one of his most brilliant and theatrical strategies to date. Plot Summary Lelouch, acting as Zero, surprises the Black Knights