Death Note quotes

I am the God placed here to save the weak and create a perfect world.

In this world, there are very few people who actually trust each other.

Humans aren't made perfectly. Everyone lies. Even so... I've been careful not to tell lies that hurt others.

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.

Look around you, and all you will see are people the world would be better off without.

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.

Only I could do it! I was well aware that killing people is crime in itself! Yet at that point it was the only way to make things right! I thought to myself that someday people will come to realize this as much, and regard it as an act of justice! I had no choice but to act as Kira… it was the destiny given to me. I was chosen to renew this rotten world, to bring about true peace – a utopia.

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.

I can't develop feelings. That's how most idiots screw up.

He was someone who deserved to die.

For murderers, there is no good or evil. I know that.

That's right, I am Kira. And what can you do? Kill me right here?

In the end, L is indeed the greatest detective on earth...

This is the first time in my life that I've been provoked to hit a woman.

I've won. Exactly as planned.

I have a mind of a genius and a strong sense of justice.

You can't ever win if you're always on the defensive. To win, you have to attack!

L, do you know gods of death love apples?

I must protect my fledging Utopia.

I've never considered finding that notebook and gaining that power a misfortune.

This world is still rotten!.. With too many rotten people.

The thing I hate the most is to trample on other people's good will.

Our battle will be concluded, and I will begin my reign from the summit of victory!

It was the only way the world had to be fixed! A purpose, given to me!

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 every one desires!

But you know the saying, "play with fire, and you'll get burned". I'll make you regret underestimating L...underestimating me.

No matter what the world, the god of that world creates the rules. In truth, you have been defeated by the rules I created. And as punishment for defying the God of the new world, you will die...

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.

It's not a sense of justice. Figuring out difficult cases is my hobby. If you measured good and evil deeds by current laws, I would be responsible for many crimes. The same way you all like to solve mysteries and riddles, or clear video games more quickly. For me too, it's simply prolonging something I enjoy doing. That's why I only take on cases that pique my interest. It's not justice at all. And if it means being able to clear a case, I don't play fair, I'm a dishonest, cheating human being who hates losing.

Being alone is better than being with the wrong person.

Sometimes, the questions are complicated - and the answers are simple.

I don't sit like this because I want to. I have to sit like this. If I were to sit normally, my deductive skills will immediately be reduced by roughly 40%.

Why are you staring at me? Are you annoyed that I am the only one who has cake?

I have two rules: First, I'm never wrong. Second, if I'm wrong... back to the first rule.

*after Misa-chan says that she can't imagine a world without Light* Hmmm... Yes, it would be dark!

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. If I were to encounter such a monster, I would likely be eaten by it. Because in truth, I am that monster.

Then let me ask you, do gods of death love apples?

*after touching Misa's butt and getting away with it* This is an outrage... taking advantage of this situation! I assure you, I will get to the bottom of this!

The bells are very loud today.

If you use your head, you won't get fat even if you eat sweets.

I haven't said anything about letting them commit murder...yet.

Kira is childish and he hates losing... I'm also childish and hate to lose. That's how I know.

If you keep my secret, this strawberry is yours.

If I sit like a normal person my investigative abilities are only working at 50% efficiency.

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.

Risking your life and doing something that could easily rob you of your life are exact opposites.

Let's value our lives.

This isn't divine jugdement. It's the work of some childish killer who's playing at divine retribution. That's all.

Let's show him...that the good guys always win.

Actually, if you're smart, you can eat sweets without gaining weight.

You let them take it from right under your nose.

Making such a sleazebag a spokesman...

I've wanted to make him taste his own pathetic failure with all my heart.

I don't know what to say. Now, I think it's just best to observe closely.

To Mello, it's like playing a videogame against me, I think. "See who gets to Kira, the last boss, first."

You, who've taken on his name, have managed – well, nothing.

Things are getting interesting now.

You said she's smart, but it only means she got high marks, and she's actually a stupid woman.

I'm pleased to meet you at last, L Number Two.

That may be so. 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.

And that's precisely why it's so convenient, don't you think?

Does she understand what she's doing, this stupid woman?

It's not whether it's feasible or not – it's what I'm doing.

Seriously, enslavement is funny...

For me and Mello, L has been the only person we adore, and the only person who deserves our respect.

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.

I didn’t choose you. Don’t you see this is all just an accident. You actually thought you were chosen because you’re so smart or something? Don’t be so vain. It just happened to fall around here and you just happen to pick it up, and that’s all there is to it.

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.

The human world is a boring place with boring people doing boring things.

I stole a death note.

All humans die the same, the place they go after death isn't decided upon by a god it is Mu (nothingness).

For me, apples are like cigarettes and liquor for humans. If I'm deprived, I go into withdrawals.

I feel like I'm watching a sitcom.

As a rule, they say humans haunted by a shinigami have nothing but misfortune.

Humans are so... interesting.

Apples taste so much better indoors.

Hey, all it did was go around in a full circle.

That was worth an academy award, Light.

Sorry, but...believe it or not, I'm a male too.

Oh, I almost forgot. In the event that anyone besides big-headed Near or the deluded murderer is reading these notes, then I should at least perform the basic courtesy of introducing myself, here at the end of the prologue. I am your narrator, your navigator, your storyteller. For anyone else but those two, my identity may be of no interest, but I am the old world's runner-up, the best dresser that died like a dog, Mihael Keehl. I once called myself Mello and was addressed by that name, but that was a long time ago.

I love chocolates.

He's terribly reasonable, this new L.

*to Near* Which of us will get Kira first... it's a race!

It's my turn to use you.

Matt... I never thought you'd be killed... I'm sorry.

Near and the others told me that this woman was supposed to be the second Kira. But could it really be this unbelievably stupid girl?..

So, how about you tell me right now whom you'd like me to kill, and how. I'll treat'cha to it.

I'm not just a tool for you to use in order to solve your puzzles, you know!

It's time I started living my own life.

In the end, there is no greater motivation than revenge.

Unless someone makes the first move, nothing will happen.

I can’t even imagine a world without Light.

What do you mean I use my sexual charm?!

Careful what you do, cuz "God" is watching your every move. Hold my hand in the dark street, for if you do I know that I'll.. be safe. Even if I'm far away and alone, I can be sure that you'll find me there, this I know. You told me close for a while, so quite. You tell me everything. If I forget what to say then you'll come to me and tell me again, yes you'd tell me once again. But what happens when I know it all and what should I do, after that, what then?

I am a famous model.

In this world, there is only good and evil, that was the first universal truths 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.

Kira is a god.

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.

I am Light's girlfriend from university.

I am a complete opposite of Ryuk.