Various titles, including the recent social deduction game DEATH NOTE Killer Within . Technical Specifications & Rules

When telling someone about Death Note... how do you describe it?

" Death Note " is a critically acclaimed Japanese manga series written by Tsugumi Ohba and illustrated by Takeshi Obata. It follows Light Yagami, a genius high school student who finds a supernatural notebook that kills anyone whose name is written in it. The series is a high-stakes psychological thriller that pits Light against the world's greatest detective, L, in a battle of wits over the definition of justice. Core Narrative & Themes

Multiple Japanese films and a 2017 Western adaptation by Netflix, though the latter received mixed reviews from fans.

A 37-episode series by Madhouse, widely considered a masterpiece for its music, art, and faithful adaptation.

A highly praised stage adaptation with a distinct concept album.

The series poses deep ethical questions: Is it right to kill those who have done wrong to save the innocent? Does absolute power inherently corrupt?.