The core members of the Black Knights are the remnants of a resistance cell led by Kaname Ohgi, which Lelouch becomes involved with early in the first season. Also among its upper echelon are the , the largest anti-Britannia resistance group prior to the appearance of the Black Knights, consisting predominantly of former Japanese military personnel. Among these ranks are the , an elite unit consisting of Kyoshiro Tohdoh and four of his most devoted followers. After Cornelia takes over as Viceroy of Area 11, her campaigns all but wipe out the Japan Liberation Front. Tohdoh is captured by Britannian forces, and after he is rescued by the Black Knights at the Four Holy Swords' behest, his group joins them in their activities. Finally, the , called Kyōto for short, a secret society of former Japanese elite aligned against Britannia, also provide support for the Black Knights in particular by supplying equipment, weapons, and Knightmare Frames. The Sumeragi House (represented by young Kaguya) leads the organization. As per the organization's official title, six families hold seats in the administrative council. After the failed Black Rebellion, all but Kaguya are executed as accomplices to terrorism.