Death Note Vol. 01 Of 12 (eng) (2025)

: A shinigami who stays near Light as an observer. Unlike a typical antagonist or ally, Ryuk is primarily motivated by entertainment and remains a neutral party to the conflict.

The first volume of the English edition of the manga, titled Boredom , serves as the foundation for one of the most celebrated psychological thrillers in the medium. Created by writer Tsugumi Ohba and artist Takeshi Obata , this volume introduces the high-stakes game of wits between a brilliant student and an enigmatic detective. Core Premise and Synopsis Death Note Vol. 01 of 12 (Eng)

: A brilliant, eccentric detective who manages to deduce Kira’s general location in Japan through a televised trap, setting the stage for the rest of the series. : A shinigami who stays near Light as an observer

: Light's father and head of the Japanese National Police Agency, who inadvertently provides Light with access to vital investigation files. Created by writer Tsugumi Ohba and artist Takeshi

: A genius student whose initial goal of achieving justice is quickly complicated by a growing god complex and a ruthless willingness to eliminate anyone who threatens his mission.

Light decides to use this power to rid the world of criminals, intending to rule as a "God of the New World" under the alias . However, as criminals begin dying inexplicably, the mysterious and world-renowned detective L is called in by the authorities to track down the killer, leading to a intense psychological "cat-and-mouse" battle. Key Characters in Volume 1