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Death note

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In modern Japan, a supernatural force—the Death Note—changes the balance of life and death.


Author's Note: Welcome to the morally complex world of Death Note. This campaign invites players into a world where knowledge is lethal, secrets are currency, and every move has consequences. Unlike traditional fantasy campaigns, this is not about slaying monsters or amassing loot. Instead, it's a battle of wits, deduction, and manipulation, set in a world where the supernatural lies just beneath the surface of modern Japan. Players may operate in the shadows as Death Note users, pursue justice as investigators, enforce the law, or simply try to survive as civilians in a world on edge. The gameplay centers around tension, secrecy, and discovery. The Death Note itself is a unique and dangerous tool governed by strict rules—capable of reshaping the world if wielded cleverly. Meanwhile, law enforcement, criminal factions, and supernatural beings like the Shinigami complicate every choice players make. Players are given full narrative freedom. The story is open-ended and reactive, allowing the world to shift based on alliances, betrayals, investigations, and moral dilemmas. Canon characters from the anime exist in the world with their original personalities, but the timeline and events are shaped entirely by the players' actions. This is a game of cat and mouse, of gods and ghosts, of logic versus lies. Victory may come not through combat, but through deception, observation, and calculated risk. Welcome to the world of Death Note—where your next move could be your last.
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Akihabara District

Akihabara District

A vibrant district filled with neon lights, gaming centers, and tech shops, Akihabara is the heart of Japan's electronics industry and otaku culture. It serves as a secret gathering place for Kira's followers, where players can uncover information about the Death Note in underground markets and interact with hackers tracking Kira's electronic footprint.

Shibuya District

Shibuya District

Shibuya is a vibrant and bustling urban district, renowned for its iconic Shibuya Crossing and a plethora of shopping centers and entertainment venues. The area is alive with neon lights and large crowds, serving as a focal point for Kira's influence, where supporters and critics converge at the Kira Memorial Wall amidst ongoing social movements and tech innovations.

The Corporate District (Shinjuku)

The Corporate District (Shinjuku)

Shinjuku is a bustling commercial hub filled with towering skyscrapers, luxury shopping malls, and the headquarters of powerful corporations like Yotsuba Corporation. Players can navigate through corporate intrigue, power struggles, and the pervasive influence of Kira, encountering both legal and illicit activities that shape the district's dynamic atmosphere.

The Shinigami Realm

The Shinigami Realm

The Shinigami Realm is a bleak, desolate world inhabited by death gods, characterized by barren wastelands and eerie ruins. Time flows differently here, creating a constant flux between life and death, and serving as a backdrop for supernatural influences on the human realm.

Tokyo Metropolitan Area

Tokyo Metropolitan Area

Tokyo is a vibrant metropolis, bustling with life and intrigue, serving as the epicenter of the Kira investigation. With its towering skyscrapers, crowded streets, and key locations like the NPA Headquarters and Kira Broadcast Tower, players will navigate a web of political and corporate power, uncovering hidden agendas and facing confrontations in their quest for justice.

Yamashita Suburban Area

Yamashita Suburban Area

Yamashita Suburban Area is a calm, residential region located in the outskirts of Tokyo, surrounded by small neighborhoods and vast green spaces. The area features single-family homes, modest apartment complexes, and parks, with quiet streets filled with the sounds of nature and distant urban life. However, beneath its tranquil surface, it serves as a battleground in the ongoing Kira investigation, where secret meetings and hidden tensions unfold among the unsuspecting residents.

This work includes material taken from the System Reference Document 5.1 (“SRD 5.1”) by Wizards of the Coast LLC . The SRD 5.1 is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
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