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Death Note [デスノート] #6
Death Note: Zápisník smrti 6
Jeden z členů mocné firmy Jocuba je nový Kira... a L na něj začíná líčit past! Jenže políčit na někoho, kdo vládne nadpřirozenými schopnostmi, není žádná legrace, zvláště když nikdo pořád ještě neví, jak ty schopnosti vůbec fungují. V sázce je ovšem hodně, a tak je nutné riskovat.
222 pages, Paperback
First published April 1, 2005
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About the author
Tsugumi Ohba
365 books2,858 followersTsugumi Ōba (Profile in Japanese: 大場 つぐみ), born in Tokyo, Japan, is a writer best known for the manga Death Note. His/her real identity is a closely guarded secret. As stated by the profile placed at the beginning of each Death Note manga, Ōba collects teacups and develops manga plots while holding his knees on a chair, similar to a habit of L, one of the main characters of the series.
There is speculation that Tsugumi Ōba is a pen name and that he is really Hiroshi Gamō. Pointing out that in Bakuman the main character's uncle was a one-hit wonder manga artist who worked on a gag super hero manga, very similar to Gamō and Tottemo! Luckyman in all aspects. Also that the storyboards drawn by Ōba greatly resemble Tottemo! Luckyman in style.
There is speculation that Tsugumi Ōba is a pen name and that he is really Hiroshi Gamō. Pointing out that in Bakuman the main character's uncle was a one-hit wonder manga artist who worked on a gag super hero manga, very similar to Gamō and Tottemo! Luckyman in all aspects. Also that the storyboards drawn by Ōba greatly resemble Tottemo! Luckyman in style.
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February 21, 2019
Okay, I'm going to be honest here. (I have no idea why I said that I'm always honest in my reviews!)
The Yotsuba arc is becoming a bit tedious. However, it is absolutely fabulous to watch Light's plan to unfold.
Also, I really like Wedy and Aiber, I always thought that they would deserve their own story.
The Yotsuba arc is becoming a bit tedious. However, it is absolutely fabulous to watch Light's plan to unfold.
Also, I really like Wedy and Aiber, I always thought that they would deserve their own story.
September 28, 2025
This volume sits somewhere in the middle for me. The story is still sharp and unpredictable, with Light’s manipulations and the introduction of new plot elements keeping the tension high. The cat-and-mouse aspect remains clever, and Obata’s artwork continues to deliver in terms of atmosphere and intensity.
But I’ll be honest—it’s starting to feel a bit overcomplicated. The rules of the Death Note are multiplying, the cast keeps expanding, and the clean psychological duel that made the early volumes so thrilling is getting muddied. Instead of feeling suspenseful, some parts read like a tangle of schemes stacked on top of each other.
Still, there are strong moments here and enough intrigue to push me into the next volume—but compared to the brilliance of the early game, this one feels like it’s stretching a bit.
But I’ll be honest—it’s starting to feel a bit overcomplicated. The rules of the Death Note are multiplying, the cast keeps expanding, and the clean psychological duel that made the early volumes so thrilling is getting muddied. Instead of feeling suspenseful, some parts read like a tangle of schemes stacked on top of each other.
Still, there are strong moments here and enough intrigue to push me into the next volume—but compared to the brilliance of the early game, this one feels like it’s stretching a bit.
February 13, 2017
THIS VOLUME WAS SO INTENSE OMG WHY DON'T I OWN THE NEXT ONE UGH
June 25, 2024
I’m on BookTube now! =)
I’ve to admit that Volume 6 was better again and that it was actually pretty suspenseful. At the beginning, neither Light nor Misa know that they’ve been the former owners of the “Death Note” and L is still in the dark about how the murders actually happen. In order to find the Kira in the finance company Light and L decide to go for surveillance cameras in the conference room and that definitely pays off. To figure out the identity of the new Kira takes them a little while, though. Well, and there is still the trust issue between L and Light.
Their dynamic always amazes me because while they are both extremely intelligent and think about ten steps ahead they still don’t get along all too well. Yes, they put their differences aside for the time being whenever it’s necessary but they are always at each other’s throat as well. Also and that’s something I find very particular: Whenever they run out of words, they resort to fists and violence. *lol* Then again there’s something about L that can really piss you off. So I can’t blame Light for losing his patience every once in a while. Haha!
I think what makes it really hard for L to figure out the details, is that he’s a logical person who thinks things through and comes to logical conclusions but that’s not how the Death Notes work. They are supernatural and L has troubles to wrap his mind around that, which stands in his way of figuring things out. I suppose you’d get the same result if you’d let Sherlock Holmes go for a supernatural case that is actually supernatural. XD I can’t help but wonder when it will finally sink in.
Anyway! What I really liked about this Volume was how suspenseful it was. We’re led to the true identity of the Death Note owner and I’m sorry to say it but I was completely wrong with my assumptions after Vol.5. *lol* Tsugumi Ohba did a great job with that. Also kudos for making Misa a character that acts and thinks for herself. I really liked that she did her own thing in this Volume and it was intriguing to get insight into Rem’s thoughts. It’s interesting that Rem – a death god – thinks Light was a good owner of the Death Note because he used it to do good. Plus I’m pretty certain sooner or later the Death Note will find its way back to Light.
After everything, I wonder how he’ll feel about it once he gets it back, though. Right now, it seems like he doesn’t believe in the possibility that he was the original Kira and to find out he was, might turn out to be quite the shock to this new version of Light. It might take a while until we get to this point of the series, though so I’m very curious how everything will continue in volume 7. After that suspenseful car chase at the ending, everything seems to be possible. The elaborate con to cause the new Death Note owner to expose himself was one hell of a freaky ride and I loved every second of it. ;-)
I’m ready to find out what Volume 7 holds in store for me!
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Okay, I admit it! This was fun again!
Of course, Light and L were at each other’s throat, but that’s nothing new. Still, I really liked how they planned ahead and set a trap for the new Kira. Very entertaining & suspenseful.
Full and short RTC soon! ;-)
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It’s time to pick up volume 6 of “Death Note”!
I wasn’t an all too huge fan of the last one but I have high hopes that this one will be great again.
Apparently, Misa is working for Yotsuba-Group and trying to find out who has the death note.
This already sounds way more interesting than the last volume. *lol*
Fingers crossed this will be a good one!
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I’ve to admit that Volume 6 was better again and that it was actually pretty suspenseful. At the beginning, neither Light nor Misa know that they’ve been the former owners of the “Death Note” and L is still in the dark about how the murders actually happen. In order to find the Kira in the finance company Light and L decide to go for surveillance cameras in the conference room and that definitely pays off. To figure out the identity of the new Kira takes them a little while, though. Well, and there is still the trust issue between L and Light.
Their dynamic always amazes me because while they are both extremely intelligent and think about ten steps ahead they still don’t get along all too well. Yes, they put their differences aside for the time being whenever it’s necessary but they are always at each other’s throat as well. Also and that’s something I find very particular: Whenever they run out of words, they resort to fists and violence. *lol* Then again there’s something about L that can really piss you off. So I can’t blame Light for losing his patience every once in a while. Haha!
I think what makes it really hard for L to figure out the details, is that he’s a logical person who thinks things through and comes to logical conclusions but that’s not how the Death Notes work. They are supernatural and L has troubles to wrap his mind around that, which stands in his way of figuring things out. I suppose you’d get the same result if you’d let Sherlock Holmes go for a supernatural case that is actually supernatural. XD I can’t help but wonder when it will finally sink in.
Anyway! What I really liked about this Volume was how suspenseful it was. We’re led to the true identity of the Death Note owner and I’m sorry to say it but I was completely wrong with my assumptions after Vol.5. *lol* Tsugumi Ohba did a great job with that. Also kudos for making Misa a character that acts and thinks for herself. I really liked that she did her own thing in this Volume and it was intriguing to get insight into Rem’s thoughts. It’s interesting that Rem – a death god – thinks Light was a good owner of the Death Note because he used it to do good. Plus I’m pretty certain sooner or later the Death Note will find its way back to Light.
After everything, I wonder how he’ll feel about it once he gets it back, though. Right now, it seems like he doesn’t believe in the possibility that he was the original Kira and to find out he was, might turn out to be quite the shock to this new version of Light. It might take a while until we get to this point of the series, though so I’m very curious how everything will continue in volume 7. After that suspenseful car chase at the ending, everything seems to be possible. The elaborate con to cause the new Death Note owner to expose himself was one hell of a freaky ride and I loved every second of it. ;-)
I’m ready to find out what Volume 7 holds in store for me!
____________________________
Okay, I admit it! This was fun again!
Of course, Light and L were at each other’s throat, but that’s nothing new. Still, I really liked how they planned ahead and set a trap for the new Kira. Very entertaining & suspenseful.
Full and short RTC soon! ;-)
____________________________
It’s time to pick up volume 6 of “Death Note”!
I wasn’t an all too huge fan of the last one but I have high hopes that this one will be great again.
Apparently, Misa is working for Yotsuba-Group and trying to find out who has the death note.
This already sounds way more interesting than the last volume. *lol*
Fingers crossed this will be a good one!
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November 29, 2025
The second half saw a significant increase in volume.
Death Note also makes you examine your own morality, which is a fantastic thing. Because Light Yagami, the protagonist (or is he? ), is ultimately the antagonist in this novel. Many people are pulling for Light to win every mental struggle. However, it's possible that the desire to see Light triumph stems from a wish to avoid the conclusion of the story.
Can't wait to read volume 7!
You might like to wander through a few artistic journals — they’re full of sparks and surprises.
Death Note also makes you examine your own morality, which is a fantastic thing. Because Light Yagami, the protagonist (or is he? ), is ultimately the antagonist in this novel. Many people are pulling for Light to win every mental struggle. However, it's possible that the desire to see Light triumph stems from a wish to avoid the conclusion of the story.
Can't wait to read volume 7!
You might like to wander through a few artistic journals — they’re full of sparks and surprises.
March 25, 2018
Light, whenever he talks to L...
July 22, 2018
Kao i prethodne knjizica ne kapiram poentu citave ove pod-price. Milslim jasno je da je sve ovo samo bacena prasina da se sakrije neki pravi potez zbog kog ce neko izaci kao pobedniki, ali... ALI po meni kubimo previse vremena na nesto sto manje vise nema veze sa samim sukobom izmedju nasih glanih likova. Da ne bude greske, prica drzi paznju, akcija na kraju je odlicna i sve je fino popunjeno raznim monolozima samo sto stalno imam osecaj da citam neki drugi strip koji se ugurao ovde.
Sigh, valjda je sada ova glupost gotova i idemo dalje.
Sigh, valjda je sada ova glupost gotova i idemo dalje.
October 3, 2014
Spoilers
-Didn't find the Yotsuba arc all that engrossing, the characters were boring and too numerous, and their motivations were uninspired and cliched.
-The investigation L and Light were carrying out was also a little dull and rather repetitive, the investigation was only properly entertaining when Misa was involved.
-L kind of annoyed me in this one, I got tired of him over analysing everything. He irritated me so much that I was actually rooting for Light to outsmart him and get away with everything. Both characters weren't as interesting as they used to be.
-Misa was still the best character. I loved how much Rem cared for her and looked out for her, it was really sweet.
-I was glad Matsuda lived, he reminded me of a male Misa, he was so funny and cute.
-Really loved the ending with the chase for Higuchi/other Kira.
-Didn't find the Yotsuba arc all that engrossing, the characters were boring and too numerous, and their motivations were uninspired and cliched.
-The investigation L and Light were carrying out was also a little dull and rather repetitive, the investigation was only properly entertaining when Misa was involved.
-L kind of annoyed me in this one, I got tired of him over analysing everything. He irritated me so much that I was actually rooting for Light to outsmart him and get away with everything. Both characters weren't as interesting as they used to be.
-Misa was still the best character. I loved how much Rem cared for her and looked out for her, it was really sweet.
-I was glad Matsuda lived, he reminded me of a male Misa, he was so funny and cute.
-Really loved the ending with the chase for Higuchi/other Kira.
March 12, 2017
The investigations about the new Kira continue, with many twists and a pace that becomes faster. There are less mental games between Light and 'L', thing that appeared a bit too heavy in the recent volumes and I think this book will mark another turning point in the story. There is more space reserved for investigations about Kira and Yotsuba members.
The final part it’s particularly exciting and you can read it in a single breath, with a pace that keep the reader glued up, until an incredible ending complete with a car chase, in a perfect action movies style.
Another excellent chapter of this series. I must say that the idea of a new Kira, doesn’t convince me at first, for fear of get away from the original idea, but I think it was managed best.
I cannot wait to read the next volume
The final part it’s particularly exciting and you can read it in a single breath, with a pace that keep the reader glued up, until an incredible ending complete with a car chase, in a perfect action movies style.
Another excellent chapter of this series. I must say that the idea of a new Kira, doesn’t convince me at first, for fear of get away from the original idea, but I think it was managed best.
I cannot wait to read the next volume
December 28, 2024
TW// discussions of murder
Volume six is definitely a step up from volume five, but it still felt very lackluster. Light still has no personality and around 50% of this volume was focused on the businessmen.
The second half of this volume became a lot more action packed. Misa still really annoys me, but I’m glad that she is taking actions on her own now instead of just constantly fawning over Light and doing nothing useful for the story. It’s also fun that Rem is back in the story.
I read the description for volume seven and I’m really hopeful that it’ll be a lot better than the businessmen section of this series.
Volume six is definitely a step up from volume five, but it still felt very lackluster. Light still has no personality and around 50% of this volume was focused on the businessmen.
The second half of this volume became a lot more action packed. Misa still really annoys me, but I’m glad that she is taking actions on her own now instead of just constantly fawning over Light and doing nothing useful for the story. It’s also fun that Rem is back in the story.
I read the description for volume seven and I’m really hopeful that it’ll be a lot better than the businessmen section of this series.
October 19, 2015
Death Note is something I started because I was recommended it by someone who I value their opinion. But my expectations for this series has not been turning out to what my reaction is while reading it. And don’t take -that as a bad idea, because the series is so much more than I had hoped for.
This series has taken me on a whirlwind of adventure with different characters who all bring something new to every volume. Like mentioned in an earlier review, I felt that the manga might end soon but there is always something waiting to keep me in its grasp and holding on.
Light and L are still working together and now they are trying to unveil the new Kira that has appeared inside this business whose main goal is to take out their competitors and rise to the top. However the idea of risking lives is not becoming something Light, L, and the other members of their group to discuss and see if risking the lives of a couple individuals is okay if it means ending the reign of a compulsive killer.
There are so many twists and turns in this series that whenever you think something is going to happen something out of the blue pops out and it seems to be that the people in the book who start to have control of the Death Note are becoming more and more sinister. It just blows my mind to think of the power these people have and what they do it.
Overall this is a manga that I recommend you check out and see where it will take you. I am highly enjoying it and will see it till the end.
Happy Reading!
This series has taken me on a whirlwind of adventure with different characters who all bring something new to every volume. Like mentioned in an earlier review, I felt that the manga might end soon but there is always something waiting to keep me in its grasp and holding on.
Light and L are still working together and now they are trying to unveil the new Kira that has appeared inside this business whose main goal is to take out their competitors and rise to the top. However the idea of risking lives is not becoming something Light, L, and the other members of their group to discuss and see if risking the lives of a couple individuals is okay if it means ending the reign of a compulsive killer.
There are so many twists and turns in this series that whenever you think something is going to happen something out of the blue pops out and it seems to be that the people in the book who start to have control of the Death Note are becoming more and more sinister. It just blows my mind to think of the power these people have and what they do it.
Overall this is a manga that I recommend you check out and see where it will take you. I am highly enjoying it and will see it till the end.
Happy Reading!
August 15, 2016
Tak, mám fakt supr pocit, že tu mám na poličce úplně všechny díly <3. I tohle bude tak epický, že samo slovo epický není dost epický!
Btw, zajímavá nuance: profesionální zločinec... A oba jsou moooc hustý.
Btw, zajímavá nuance: profesionální zločinec... A oba jsou moooc hustý.
January 31, 2015
Watari is badass.
August 28, 2020
Hikaye hareketlendi.
Nasıl gelişecek bakalım 💫
Spoiler olabilir:
L, en çok sen, tamam.
Nasıl gelişecek bakalım 💫
Spoiler olabilir:
L, en çok sen, tamam.
August 16, 2021
4.25 stars
Really good.
The entire thing just built up the tension and it payed off very very well in how the main conflict was resolved.
The cliff hanger, however, has me reeling.
*manga completed as part of the July art-month challenge
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Volumes in manga:
#1 Boredom: ★★★.25
#2 Confluence: ★★★.75
#3 Hard Run: ★★★
#4 Love: ★★★★
#5 Whiteout: ★★.75
#6 Give-and-Take: ★★★★.25
Really good.
The entire thing just built up the tension and it payed off very very well in how the main conflict was resolved.
The cliff hanger, however, has me reeling.
*manga completed as part of the July art-month challenge
-----------------------------------
Volumes in manga:
#1 Boredom: ★★★.25
#2 Confluence: ★★★.75
#3 Hard Run: ★★★
#4 Love: ★★★★
#5 Whiteout: ★★.75
#6 Give-and-Take: ★★★★.25
July 11, 2021
There are male and female gods of death, but it is neither permitted, nor possible for them to have sexual relations with humans. The gods of death also cannot have sex with each other.
July 17, 2018
Jeez, It's almost scary how we predicted this.
That sums up the situation L and Light made to catch "The New Kira." Honestly, except that I didn't feel much absorbed in this volume.
That sums up the situation L and Light made to catch "The New Kira." Honestly, except that I didn't feel much absorbed in this volume.
October 27, 2017
Meh., it was boring UNTIL THE FREAKING END. I mean....holy balls!!!!!!
February 19, 2020
Better than volume 5.
It got more intense and I hope it will stay this way till the end.
It got more intense and I hope it will stay this way till the end.
August 27, 2022
With the completion of DEATHNOTE, VOLUME 6: Give-and-Take, I have officially made it to the halfway point of this series! Unfortunately, it looks like the conclusion of this one is going to return us back to where we started: Light (Kira) versus L. I sincerely hope the author shifts the narrative to something other than strictly being these two turkeys trying to outsmart one another because it’s a bit worn out to me now. I don’t know…maybe kill off a main character or two…shake things up, lol!
September 10, 2024
L and Light narrow in on the seven Yosuba members (one of which has a Death Note). It felt like an Ocean's Eleven style story as L talks through the entrapment of the new Kira.
Misa becomes one of my favourite characters in this one. I honestly thought she was just eye-candy for the readers in the back, but here she helps discover the new Kira and has some secrets of her own as her Shinigami Rem reconnects with her.
I loved seeing the new Kira about to be caught - there's so much anxiety and tension, you can feel how much adrenaline and fear is coursing through his veins.
Misa becomes one of my favourite characters in this one. I honestly thought she was just eye-candy for the readers in the back, but here she helps discover the new Kira and has some secrets of her own as her Shinigami Rem reconnects with her.
I loved seeing the new Kira about to be caught - there's so much anxiety and tension, you can feel how much adrenaline and fear is coursing through his veins.
March 19, 2022
AKCJAAAA!!!!
jeju, jak ja kocham bohaterów w tym tomie. Uwielbiam humor i rozwój postaci (nawet Misy, chociaż ona jest bardzo płasko rozpisana). Serio, musicie to czytać.
TW przemoc, śmierć
jeju, jak ja kocham bohaterów w tym tomie. Uwielbiam humor i rozwój postaci (nawet Misy, chociaż ona jest bardzo płasko rozpisana). Serio, musicie to czytać.
TW przemoc, śmierć
April 23, 2017
OMG, that was the most interesting part! And Misa was not so bad in it, too. L is going to be diabet if he keeps eating soooo much sugar like that)) He is even cuter now^^ And Light. .Oh Light, you demon! I am so excited to see what will happen... I hope nothing happens to L.)
September 6, 2016
Bu cilt inanılmaz heyecanlıydı!
January 6, 2017
THAT ENDING THOUGH
April 21, 2020
More gripping than the preceding volume. Cannot wait to find out where the story progresses from here.
January 19, 2022
Given-Taken with an hyphen.
One of the best moments in the series. The helicopter scene ... Goosebumps every single time.
One of the best moments in the series. The helicopter scene ... Goosebumps every single time.
March 26, 2022
The ending of this volume definitely made up for the slower first half overly filled with Misa being annoying.
December 8, 2019
ilk başları biraz tempo düşük olsa da son sayfalarda baya hız kazandı. Hemen 7. cildi temin etmem lazım. Aklımda deli sorular :)
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