L’s Background
L was born in 1979, 7 years apart in age from Light. Light dies at 23, while L dies at 25.
Achieving Intelligente like L
- Get the smarts by broadening your knowledge.
- Being in school is one way to seem smart.
- Know the precise meaning of each word.
L’s Ethnicity
Creator Tsugumi Ohba described L as a quarter Japanese, a quarter English, a quarter Russian, and a quarter French or Italian.
L’s Quirks
- L always kicks Light and is barefoot.
- His dishevelled appearance is part of his charm.
- L’s physical appearance endears him to the audience.
L’s Cultural References
- L was an English resident for five years.
- His ethnicity is a blend of Japanese, English, Russian, French, or Italian.
Symbolism Behind Actions
- Washing Light’s feet symbolizes equality and humility.
- L does not see himself above or greater than others.
Ryuzaki’s Sitting Style
- Ryuzaki’s sitting posture may be due to pain in his legs and back.
- Easier for him to think when in less pain.