A student gains a supernatural power to command anyone and leads a masked rebellion against an empire.
Why it's similar: This is the closest match due to the 'student turned revolutionary' arc and the acquisition of a unique, kingly power. Both series feature high-stakes mecha combat, a secret resistance group, and a protagonist forced to make morally gray decisions for the greater good.
Power comparison: While Guilty Crown uses physical manifestations of souls, Code Geass focuses on mental manipulation through the Geass eye power. Both systems grant the user absolute authority over others in different ways.
Why watch after Guilty Crown: You should watch this if you enjoyed the tactical rebellion aspect of Funeral Parlor and the internal conflict of a reluctant leader.
