Death Note is full of memorable quotes, but these are the ones that really resonated with fans throughout the years.
Justice, society, truth, life, death, and humanity are few topics discussed in these Death Note quotes. The anime Death Note is fantastic, and I think everyone should see it. It is far better than watching any movie or TV Series, which is full of foolishness, propaganda, tragic storyline, etc.
Therefore, I thought it would be fun to provide you with some quotes from various characters in the Death Note series.
The finest lines from the Death Note novels are below. One of the most interesting anime shows ever made. Please spread the word to other people who appreciate anime if you found this piece enjoyable.
100+ Famous Death Note Character Dialogues & Quotes
Death Note, with all of its dark mystery, has been called one of the best manga/anime of all time for a long time. This list will talk about a few famous lines from the show that show the tone of the show.
Light Yagami Kira Quotes From Manga
Light Yagami is the series’ main protagonist. A criminal himself, he intends to utilize the Death Note to cleanse the world of its scourge. People in Japan soon start to attribute his murders to “Kira.”
“I am justice!”
“I’ll take a potato chip AND EAT IT!”
For murderers, there is no good or evil. I know that.
“Look around you, and all you will see are people the world would be better off without.”
Sometimes, the questions are complicated – and the answers are simple.
“Having finally made his dream reality, he was overwhelmed both by the magnitude of his achievement and by the joy and happiness that it brought him.”
In this world, there are very few people who actually trust each other.
“In all things, one cannot win with defense alone. To win, you must attack.”
Under normal circumstances, humans should have continued to evolve as the greatest creatures upon this earth, but we were actually regressing. A rotten world. Politics, law, education… Was there anybody around who could correct this world? But someone had to do it.
You can’t ever win if you’re always on the defensive. To win, you have to attack!
Humans aren’t made perfectly. Everyone lies. Even so… I’ve been careful not to tell lies that hurt others.
The thing I hate the most is to trample on other people’s goodwill.
I am Justice! I protect the innocent and those who fear evil. I’m the one that will become the god of a new world that everyone desires!
“I can’t develop feelings. That’s how most idiots screw up.”
“This has gotta be the longest 40 seconds of my life.”
“I understood that killing people was a crime. There was no other way! The world had to be fixed! A purpose given to me! Only I could do it. Who else could have done it, and come this far? Would they have kept going? The only one who can create a new world is me.”
“You can’t ever win if you’re always on the defensive. To win, you have to attack!”
“This world is rotten and those who are making it rot deserve to die. Someone has to do it, so why not me? Even if it means sacrificing my own mind and soul, it’s worth it. Because the world… can’t go on like this. I wonder… what if someone else had picked up this notebook? Is there anyone out there other than me who’d be willing to eliminate the vermin from the world? If I don’t do it, then who will? That’s just it: there’s no one, but I can do it. In fact, I’m the only one who can. I’ll do it. Using the death note, I’ll change the world.”
“If Kira gets caught, he is evil. If Kira rules the world, he is justice.”
“Hear this: I’m not only Kira, but I’m also God of the new world!”
L Lawliet Ryuzaki Quotes From Manga
L, a sharp and intuitive detective, takes on the task of tracking down the serial murderer Kira. The more L digs, the more he suspects Light Yagami is Kira and sets out to prove it.
“I am justice!”
Risking your life and doing something that could easily rob you of your life are exact opposites.
“Kira is childish and he hates losing… I am also childish and I hate to lose. That’s how I know.”
There is no heaven or hell. No matter what you do while you’re alive, everybody goes to the same place once you die. Death is Equal.
Being alone is better than being with the wrong person.
Not every genius is understood.
”He who strikes first wins.”
Let’s value our lives.
Learn to treasure your life because unfortunately, it can be taken away from you anytime.
No matter how gifted you are… You, alone, cannot change the world.
If you use your head, you won’t get fat even if you eat sweets.
By trying too hard we put ourselves at a greater risk.
Whatever the reason may be, murder is always wrong.
“An eye for an eye, my friend.”
“Yagami-san, if I die in the next few days, your son is Kira.”
“There are many types of monsters in this world. Monsters who will not show themselves and who cause trouble; monsters who abduct children; monsters who devour dreams; monsters who suck blood, and… monsters who always tell lies.”
“Lying monsters are a real nuisance. They are much more cunning than other monsters. They pose as humans even though they have no understanding of the human heart. They eat even though they’ve never experienced hunger. They study even though they have no interest in academics. They seek friendship even though they do not know how to love.”
“Sometimes, the questions are complicated – and the answers are simple.”
“In all things, one cannot win with defense alone. To win, you must attack.”
Ryuk Shinigami Quotes From Manga
To relieve his boredom in the Shinigami Realm, the deity of death, Ryuk, a Shinigami, sends Light Yagami a Death Note. As a form of self-amusement, he secretly slips a second copy of the Death Note into the Human World. For Ryuk’s amusement, Light finds this Death Note and uses it to rid the world of evil and injustice.
“Hey, kid. It’s pronounced Ree-yook.”
The human world is a boring place with boring people doing boring things.
For me, apples are like cigarettes and liquor for humans. If I’m deprived, I go into withdrawals.
“I don’t care if it is fortunate or unfortunate that Light picked up the Death Note. However… It is generally bad luck for a person to be followed by a God of Death.”
“All humans die the same, the place they go after death isn’t decided upon by a god it is Mu (nothingness).”
“Dreams. I like that. Dreams are places you can have fun, right? It’s all in your mind, so why not enjoy it?”
“I think you might be capable of great things, but if you don’t think you can handle it, that’s fine. Just put the note somewhere, leave it alone for seven days, and I’ll find it a new home.”
“When you die, I’ll be the one writing your name in my Death Note.”
“We’ve eased each other’s boredom for quite a while… It’s been quite fun.”
Misa Amane Quotes From Manga
Misa Amane is a model, actress, and Kira fan. Once she got her hands on a Death Note, she went looking for Kira to give him thanks for slaying the guy who killed her family and to offer him whatever assistance she could.
Once Misa exchanged the Shinigami Eyes for Kira’s identity, she discovered that Kira’s true name was actually Light Yagami.
Unless someone makes the first move, nothing will happen.
You Can’t Buy Peace And Love With Money, You Know!
“Careful what you do, because God is watching your every move. Hold my hand in the dark street, for if you do, I know that I’ll… be safe.”
I can’t imagine a world without Light!
“I called you a stupid fuck, you stupid fuck.”
Soichiro Yagami Quotes From Manga
Father of Light Yagami and head of the NPA/Japanese Task Force cop Soichiro Yagami. is a good-hearted someone who believes in doing what’s right.
In addition to his love for his family, he has a deep devotion to his fellow Japanese Task Force members. Soichiro’s frequent travels meant he was away from home and his loved ones much of the time.
“Laws aren’t perfect, because humans who created laws aren’t perfect. It’s impossible to be perfect. However, the laws are evidence of the human’s struggle to be righteous.”
“The real evil is the power to kill people. Someone who finds himself with that power is cursed. No matter how you use it, anything obtained by killing people can never bring true happiness.”
“Light, my son… from one murderer to another, I’ll see you in hell.”
Near Nate Quotes From Manga
The younger of L’s two heirs, Near was fostered in England at Wammy’s House by Watari’s orphanage for talented kids. Near begins his investigation of the Kira case after L’s Ryuzaki’s death and spends four years gathering information.
To prove his mettle as L’s rightful heir, Near presents his results to the President of the United States. Near takes charge of the Kira Special Provision and leads the ongoing manhunt. After talking to “L” (Light Yagam/Kira), Near begins to wonder if he, too, is a Kira.
People in supervising positions in investigation are supposed to give too much of their opinion, and if they are wrong, all it would take is an apology.
“If you can’t beat the game, if you can’t solve the puzzle, you’re nothing but a loser.”
I don’t know what to say. Now, I think it’s just best to observe closely.
“What is right from wrong? What is good from evil? Nobody can truly distinguish between them. Even if there was a god. Now, supposing a god and his world existed, even then I’d stop and think for myself. I’d decide for myself whether his teachings are right or wrong. After all, I am just the same as you. I put faith in my own convictions as to what I believe is right, and consider them to be righteous.”
“Don’t worry, Commander Rester, making assumptions is part of any investigation. If we’re wrong, all it’ll cost is an apology.”
“You’re just a murderer, Light Yagami. And this notebook is the deadliest weapon of mass murder in the history of mankind.”
Teru Mikami Quotes From Manga
Teru Mikami has been appointed by Light Yagami to lead the prosecution team. After Light is wrongly suspected of being Kira by Near and Mikami realises he wants someone to play Kira without micromanaging, he takes Death Note into his own hands.
“In this world, there is only good and evil, that was the first universal truth I grasped from observing the world around me when I was a child. Every human being without exception ends up falling into one category or the other.”
Mello Mihael Keehl Quotes From Manga
L has two successors, Mello and L, and all of them were reared in Watari’s orphanage for talented kids in England, known as Wammy’s House. To catch Kira, Roger suggests teaming up with Mello and Near, but Mello declines, citing the two men’s fundamental differences. He leaves the orphanage soon after and eventually seeks help from the Mafia.
