Entity: DEATHNOTE
A death note is a powerful notebook featured in a Japanese manga series that allows the user to kill anyone by writing their name in it.
DEATHNOTE
Etymology
The term 'Death Note' originated from the Japanese manga series of the same name.
Definition
A death note is a supernatural notebook that grants the user the ability to kill anyone whose name is written in it. This concept is featured in a popular Japanese manga series.
Historical Context
The Death Note concept was introduced in the manga series 'Death Note' created by Tsugumi Ohba and Takeshi Obata in 2003. The series gained international popularity and has since been adapted into various forms of media.
Cultural Significance
'Death Note' has become a cultural phenomenon, exploring complex themes of morality, justice, and power. The series has influenced popular culture and sparked discussions on the nature of good and evil.
Related Concepts
Other related concepts include the Shinigami (death god) lore in Japanese mythology and the psychological thriller genre in literature and media.
See Also
- [Shinigami](link to Shinigami wiki entry)
- [Manga](link to Manga wiki entry)
A supernatural notebook that grants the user the ability to kill anyone whose name is written in it, as depicted in a popular Japanese manga series.