Light decides to become "Kira" (a Japanese pronunciation of "Killer"), executing criminals whom the justice system failed to punish. The world initially hails him as a savior, as global crime rates plummet. However, the world's greatest detective, the enigmatic , takes the case.
Death Note remains a gateway anime for adults, proving the medium can handle complex moral philosophy. It has inspired countless imitators (e.g., Code Geass , Tomodachi Game ) and real-world moral debates. Even today, fans argue: Was Light right? The genius of the series is that there is no answer. death note full series
