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Death Note ... (possible spoilers)

It's an intense story, in some ways. Then again, so are most cop-robber TV shows we see nowadays. But what I'm trying to say is that even thouh Death Note is not the best story, afterall, it's about dark elements that live in all of us. It speaks of murder, "death gods", betrayal, cheating, and lies, fear-- think negative stuff and you'll see it somewhere there.

Yet me being me, I was fascinated by the characters and plot. And even though the protagonist is someone who in real life we'd fear and hate, just like in a movie-- you come to grow close to even the most rotten characters. You become attached, rooting for their happiness somewhere, even though you know that they'll meet their fall eventually, like they should, at least.

I guess one of the reasons why I continued to watch Death Note despite the sometimes intense/brutal parts, is that it remains a piece of art. If this was made into a big production movie with realistic people playing the roles, maybe it would be a bit more effective, as far as rousing any disgust to the violence. (Yeah, so what if there's already a movie. It looks silly.) But then again... there are loads of horror movies and others that manage to bring out loads of heavy violence, which makes Death Note pale in comparison.

Regardless, the concept, although a tad simple if you really think about it deeply, it captures who ever is watching or reading by the characters and mostly the characters alone. I admire any writer who can make their characters come to life and be made relatable, even if the surroundings may not be.

Anyway, I guess what I'm trying to say is... I'm sad the story ended. But strangley enough, I'm satisfied by how it ended. And even comparing the slightly different way it ends in the manga to how it ends in the anime, I am much happier with how it ends in the anime. Which is very strange, since normally the manga, being the original story, is what I tend to prefer. But I find the ending of the anime more appropriate. The manga's ending probably has its reasons for ending the way it did, but for some reason... I can't warm up to it.

This is also the first time I'm happy with an ending, in regards to series that I really come to love. It leaves you sad that it ended, but kind of happy and satisfied. Those are my feelings anyway.

(Gosh, i never realized how much I could ramble.)

KUDOS TO AN AWESOME STORY AND GREAT ARTWORK AND ANIMATION! <3 <3<3<3 Many hugs to the creator. I shall keep this one in my treasured collection.

Death Note in a nutshell, for now.

Feeling: good-spirited
Listening to: "Slow Dancing in a Burning Room" - John Mayer

Death Note is no doubt a complex story. It's the type of story that challenges you to continue, teasing you. With every episode, it gives you another reason to be curious about what could happen next. And with every episode, it bets even higher. Basically, the story gets even more interesting and exciting as the story unravels. I don't think I've ever watched or read such a... serious story. Angel Sanctuary, although claiming to be dark, is much more humor-filled, and is no comparison to Death Note. Death Note has more of an effect simply by the fact that its setting is set in what we would call our daily life. In other words, it has... more of a effect. Gah, here I am repeating myself!

Despite those facts... I can't help but like the story. The characters are realistic and human-like, in some cases, as freaky as that may sound... Especially if you get to know one of the main characters, Light Yagami, a twisted, extremely clever, manipulating high school teenager. I don't think I'd be still following the story if it wasn't for the fact that it is so intriguing and... intriguing? Captivating?

What I think I am trying to say is.. wow. This is some story! Creepy, freaky, but awesome nonetheless.

Changing the subject a little, I don't think I have made so many screenshots to fill half of my desktop in a while. Seriously! Death Note has some really nice artwork. <3

Death Note? A new obsession, perhaps?

Death Note is a story, in manga or in anime, that I have always been curious about, but never had the courage to actually read or watch it. Coincidentally I came across some screenshots of the anime today, which made me even more curious, so I searched for it on You Tube. And I found it... Still not convinced if I should watch it or not, I read a review of the manga, which gave me the gist of the story. The review reassured me, so I watched the 1st episode.

And I liked it. It totally creeped me out.

The first thing that I noticed was the subtle background music that made a slight creepy atmosphere. The animations is also very nicely done. Besides that, the voice actor who does Raito Yagami, one of the main characters in the beginning, sounds like Tamaki from Ouran Host Club. I know, it's strange, but it does! And after seeing the whole episode, I am sure of it! That's awesome! <3

Not to mention that there are some creepy and complex characters taking place here. Despite that, they don't cease to be charming, like Ryuk, a shinigami, or a demon of death. He's actually funny!

The ending of the 1st episode kind of creeped me out the most, though. Light is waaay twisted, and for once I am not swooning over such a character at first sight. He's cool, but morbid. Good-looking, but not as cool as someone like Kadaj. <3 XD But who knows. Maybe there's chance I'll like him more later...

P.S. I only didn't explain the story since I expect you guys to take a look at the review, har har.

[EDITED: Just saw the 2nd episode. It is comfirmed. I am hooked. <3 ]