Character Analysis in Death Note
L Lawliet is considered the smartest character in Death Note, surpassing Light Yagami in deduction skills, planning, and attention to detail. Despite having a lower IQ than Light, L successfully uncovered Kira’s identity on his own.
Origin of L’s Nickname
When L meets the NPA, he adopts the alias Ryuzaki to conceal his identity. This moniker is derived from another child at Wammy’s House, where gifted children, including L’s successors Near and Mello, are raised.
The Fate of L in Death Note
After his demise, L does not return and is succeeded by N (Near) in the pursuit of Kira. Light Yagami reverts to his former self once he loses his memories related to the Death Note, signifying a departure from his Kira persona.