Publicly reveals the existence of Shinigami, terrifying L and frustrating Light.
Reveals that Shinigami can die if they save a human they love. Death Note Episode 12
Light "acts" as Kira for the police to lure Misa into a trap. Publicly reveals the existence of Shinigami, terrifying L
The episode begins with Light being invited by the Japanese Task Force to assist with the investigation. To his surprise—and hidden delight—he is asked to review recent videotapes sent to a TV station by an individual claiming to be Kira. The episode begins with Light being invited by
A haunting flashback reveals the origin of this second Kira's power. It centers on , a Shinigami who committed the ultimate taboo: falling in love with a human woman named Misa Amane.
Light, realizing Misa is a reckless liability who could expose the secret of the Death Note, agrees to L's plan to "pose" as the original Kira. He scripts a televised response to lure her in, even attempting to slip in a hidden command for her to kill L—though L remains sharp enough to edit it out. Light Joins Task Force
