Despite similarities between Lelouch and Char Aznable from Mobile Suit Gundam, Taniguchi was more inspired by Kamen Rider in creating Lelouch and asked Ōkouchi to avoid Gundam-like characterizations.
Despite similarities between Lelouch and Char Aznable from Mobile Suit Gundam, Taniguchi was more influenced by Kamen Rider in creating Lelouch and asked Ōkouchi to avoid Gundam-like characterizations.