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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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Shinigami Royal
Melee

Shinigami Royal

The Shinigami Royal class embodies the essence of death and fate, wielding the power of the Death Note to manipulate mortal lives. With abilities that allow them to see lifespans, fly with bat-like wings, and influence the afterlife, Shinigami Royals are immortal beings who exist in a realm beyond mortal comprehension, balancing the scales of life and death with their unique authority.

Shrewd Executive
Melee

Shrewd Executive

The Shrewd Executive is a business-savvy individual who wields the Death Note to eliminate rivals and manipulate the market, building wealth and expanding influence. With a sharp mind for strategy and connections in the corporate world, they navigate both business and society with cunning, using their resources to control outcomes and rise to the top.

Shinigami Collector
Melee

Shinigami Collector

The Shinigami Collector specializes in harvesting souls from the mortal world, focusing on the long-term process of gathering souls to maintain the balance of life and death. With abilities that allow them to sense, manipulate, and bind souls, they navigate the delicate line between the living and the afterlife.

Shinigami Manipulator
Melee

Shinigami Manipulator

As a Shinigami Manipulator, you specialize in influencing the living through indirect means, using your deep understanding of the human psyche, emotions, and the supernatural. You manipulate situations, emotions, and the flow of life, bending fate itself at a personal cost. This class emphasizes strategic thinking, subtle influence, and the power of indirect control, allowing you to shape the fates of others.

Shinigami Executor
Melee

Shinigami Executor

As a Shinigami Executor, you are a god of death who has left the Shinigami Realm to ensure that death is delivered in the human world. Wielding a Death Note, you can influence mortal lives, extend your own lifespan by harvesting souls, and navigate the complex rules of death.

L's Ally
Melee

L's Ally

L's Allies are skilled investigators who work closely with the famous detective to solve complex cases, particularly the Kira case. They excel in supporting their team, challenging the mental fortitude of adversaries, employing stealthy tactics to follow suspects, and devising emergency plans to escape danger.

Kira Follower
Melee

Kira Follower

The Kira Follower is a devoted agent of Kira, embodying his ideals of justice through subterfuge and manipulation. With abilities that enhance their persuasive skills, provide access to underground networks, and allow for subtle mental influence, these followers work tirelessly to create a new world in Kira's image, wielding the power of belief as their greatest weapon.

Civilian
Melee

Civilian

Civilians live ordinary lives, often unaware of the supernatural forces around them. Though they lack special abilities, they possess unique skills and instincts that allow them to navigate the dangers of a world filled with magic, often finding themselves in extraordinary situations where their resilience and humanity shine through.

Criminal
Melee

Criminal

Criminals operate outside the law, engaging in illegal activities to gain wealth, power, or influence. With abilities like Underworld Connections for accessing illegal resources, Intimidation for coercing others, Stealthy Movement for sneaking, Bribery for persuasion, and Quick Reflexes for enhanced initiative and dexterity, they thrive in the shadows and navigate the treacherous world of crime.

Police Officer
Melee

Police Officer

Police Officers are dedicated enforcers of the law, skilled in tracking down criminals and conducting high-stakes investigations. With a focus on teamwork and tactical awareness, they excel in interrogation and can effectively coordinate with allies to uphold justice and maintain public trust.

Death Note User
Melee

Death Note User

A Death Note User wields the terrifying power to decide who lives and who dies through their mastery of the Death Note. They excel in strategy, deception, and manipulation, often creating false identities to cover their tracks while navigating the psychological toll of their abilities with remarkable mental endurance.

Investigator
Melee

Investigator

Investigators are highly skilled individuals who specialize in solving mysteries, tracking criminals, and uncovering hidden truths. They excel in deductive reasoning, surveillance, and undercover work, often relying on a network of informants to gather clues while maintaining mental fortitude against psychological manipulation.

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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