Well, a frequent theme is the discovery of Nunnally's hidden potential. Writers seem to love exploring what she could do if she wasn't held back by her blindness and fragility in the original series. Another commonality is the political intrigue aspect. Since the Code Geass world is full of political maneuvering, fanfics often involve Nunnally getting involved in the political arena in some way. It could be her using her influence as a princess or her intelligence to outwit her opponents. And of course, the theme of love and loyalty is present. Characters show their loyalty to Nunnally and their love for her in different ways, which drives the plot forward in many of these fanfics.
One common theme is the empowerment of Nunnally. In many fanfics, she is no longer just a damsel in distress but becomes a force to be reckoned with. Another theme is family bonds, especially between Nunnally and Lelouch. Their relationship is often explored in more depth, whether it's through Lelouch's efforts to protect Nunnally or Nunnally's attempts to understand her brother's actions. Also, the idea of changing the world for the better is quite common. Nunnally, with her unique perspective, often tries to make Britannia or the whole world a more just and equal place in these fanfics.
In 'Code Geass Cum Nunnally' fanfics, a significant theme is redemption. Nunnally might be seen as a symbol of hope and redemption for Britannia or for the characters who have made mistakes. Her pure heart and good intentions are often used to bring about change in those around her. Also, the theme of sacrifice is there. Characters may sacrifice their own interests or even their lives for Nunnally's sake. This shows the high regard they have for her. Moreover, the exploration of the Code Geass power in relation to Nunnally is another theme. How it could affect her, or how she could use it if she had it, is something that fanfic writers like to play with.
Chapter 326, ", I Really Wasn't Meant to Die!", is the clearest early answer because it turns Galaraldo's situation into a concrete plot event. Early on, Bochoya Galaraldo had never died and even some time before, he had.... By the end, But that was easier said than done.. Inside the broader faction conflict storyline, the chapter closes with This epic heroic figure was too well-known, and moreover not considered old by contemporary standards—only in his sixties or seventies.
Chapter 212, ", Starport Technology", is the clearest early answer because it turns Space Fleet's situation into a concrete plot event. Early on, Among these four high-level technologies, Gu Hang's attention was.... By the end, Without a Starport, small high-value goods trading could be an option....
Chapter 228, ", Phoenix Newblood's First Battle", is the clearest early answer because the buildup finally cashes out in a real clash. The chapter gives readers a real answer by opening on The so-called C7 Zone is not a district defined by Polar Industrial... and ending on They even destroyed their own chances, with some cultists possessing....
Chapter 306, "The Benefits of Fighting for the Empire", is the clearest early answer because the buildup finally cashes out in a real clash. It opens with Gu Hang now has a full set of blueprints and technology, but many of... and closes on The logistics took a portion of the fees, and the rest went to the.... The key payoff is that the chapter closes with Ah, dawn is breaking, which gives Rage Owl a stronger narrative position and pushes the power growth onward.
Chapter 313, ", Cradle Plan", is the clearest early answer because it turns Cradle Plan's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter gives readers a real answer by opening on Even those with the most stubborn physiques, when placed inside the... and ending on Hogwarts" almost slipped off Gu Hang's tongue, but in the end, he....
Chapter 394, ", The Choice of Flying Wing Star", is the clearest early answer because it turns Star Sector's situation into a concrete plot event. A useful checkpoint is the way the scene starts with All these costs were borne by Flying Wing Star, which then obtained... and follows through with And Pei Desi found that there weren't many options left for him to....
Chapter 382, ", He Really Believed It!", is the clearest early answer because it turns Martin Nelli's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from But now, nearly eight years had passed since the Dragonhawk 3rd Corps... to It was an option that should never exist, a suicidal move, an....
Chapter 381, ", Reverse His Mother's!", is the clearest early answer because it turns Gu Hang's situation into a concrete plot event. It opens with As for Korolya, having a development level maintained at grade 1 is... and closes on According to estimates, all the population on the Fatchess Tri-Star,.... The key payoff is that the chapter closes with I was planning to say it owed 1k, but adding a thousand words doesn't seem right...
Chapter 402, ", Is This What You Call the Planetary Defense Army?", is the clearest early answer because it turns Alliance's situation into a concrete plot event. The setup is A fiscal surplus exceeding five billion a year, this is certainly a..., but the pressure keeps building through Relative to other surrounding Star Sectors, Tianma Star Sector was....
Chapter 430, ", No Hope Left, Await Death", is the clearest early answer because the violence around Wu Jiarong becomes final instead of hypothetical. It opens with And this time, the outcome was vastly different. and closes on On the ship, Wu Jiarong was initially astonished, having thought Chen.... The key payoff is that the chapter closes with Still owe 65k!, which gives technology upgrade a stronger narrative position and pushes the faction conflict onward.