Loved it and couldn't put it down. Podcast :D, man i know that sucks like come on you could at least made near die and balance the flow of good dead and bad dead that sucked so much like come on there was no resson to kill light plus if i was to see Tsugumi Ohba i would make him make a new death note where light and Misa end up living happy and nears head on there wall lol. He was born in 1960s, in Baby Boomers Generation. In an interview conducted for the manga's final bonus volume, . My favorite episode was the meet in the warehouse where light finally meets near and confesses to everyone that he is KIRA . Hal-lidner We will continue to update details on Tsugumi Ohbas family. Difficult. I started thinking of some ideas and while these ideas were still floating in the back of my mind, I got more ideas to fill up detailed plots like the rules and the god of death and so on." Ryuk Also known as: Tsugumi Ooba. we act the same we almost look alike.has no friends. Manga writer The version in HtR 13 reads: And also if you want to see more there is always the episode after light dies, its one that takes place after his death and is in the shinigami world. Tsugumi Ohba: Mello Should Have Beaten Light! Japan. Mind you, if we're keeping Near in the loop, there would probably never have been a need for Matt to be there. Any way I need inspiration to write a cunning series and to keep my fellow peers interested. I don't mean to do things that show inappropriate themes. Anyone wishing that was the extant ending, or did Ohba make the right decision in penning the one that we got? It would have been the one case of redemption in the story, for him to finally make it, but to have to give up his rivalry to do it. But what made me actually want to create manga was when I became an adult and realized I needed to work to survive, and normal work didnt appeal to me.Q: Do you have a manga-creating mentor for manga? I dont know what the reaction from the editorial department was, but my editor's reaction to the first chapter was a lot better than I had nervously expected.Q: How do you feel about the manga about manga being successful overseas like in America? The thing is, those supposedly made up numbers appear in his damn thoughts! The reason why I want to do this is because I realized I'm like one of the detecives in the Death note series. Getting them to work together with the interview would also give Near a role big enough to justify his presence. Easy. Do that soon and send those new episodes to YTV so they can put them on the air. Since then, some 30 million copies of all twelve volumes have been sold. I cannot pretend to know so much that I can say he improved and in what way, but I do believe his ability to express himself through art continues to get better and better. XD Submitted by cool person (not verified) on Sun, 2009-06-21 17:36. Art And Fan Art Family: He was born and raised in Tokyo, Japan while most else about him including his real name remains secret. As far as I'm concerned Mello wonperiod. It's in print friend. I don't like routine things. How did you become partners with him? The demand is certainly there, as are the petitions. His/Her real identity (and gender) is a closely guarded secret. Submitted by really? Now to get Ohba to retrospectively rewrite the whole ending, and have THAT as the 10th Anniversary surprise. (What does that even mean, Ohba? Linda Even if he wins in the end, he should also die soon afterwards. Sakura Aoi (Char.) Following the series' conclusion, creators Tsugumi Ohba and Takeshi Obata went on to create the light-hearted Bakuman, an inspired fictionalized account of two . And now your second point, yes! I'm sure when Mr. Asami wrote the series he had no idea that it would become one of the most loved animes in the history of anime creation. -.-' ). An ongoing conversation about the philosophy behind manga both in the U.S. and abroad. Interesting interview. criminals or not, humans have a right to live. The idea in contrasting L and Light is very effective since each of them are rivals and they spark the plot for the most part. English translation by ScarredinSilence So what do you make of that? Where did the inspiration for Death Note come from? March 2014 Again, you wouldn't know that from reading the story itself. Tsugumi Ohba: Top 10 Must-Know Facts About Comic Book Author. Why the heck would he come up with random number in his thoughts for no reason? [10] Despite being an author, Ohba does not read much, instead they watch a lot of movies, being especially fond of those by Akira Kurosawa and Charlie Chaplin. I started thinking of some ideas and while these ideas were still floating in the back of my mind, I got more ideas to fill up detailed plots like the rules and the god of death and so on. Original Death Note Ending Revealed, Death Note: Light Up The NEW World (2016 Movie). Right now i'm reading the "Los Angelos BB Murder Case" for the second time. April 2015 September 2015 *haha*. Death Note Relight (2007-8) It was predominantly art of Death Note . 3 /5. Interview Japan From The Star Online comes a short interview with Tsugumi Ohba, author of Death Note, where he talks about his inspiration for Death Note as well as his views on justice. Quillsh-wammy Finale: Tetsuro Araki (Dir.) I can understand not wanting a criminal character who directly or indirectly caused multiple deaths to be the victor, but I find the idea that his living would be darker than his death kind of unsettling. Lei-k-columnist Near's grown on me over the years. [9] The author described themselves as a "clean freak" and usually cleans once a day. I think in a way Near was Mello's catalyst. Kenichi Mikuriya It connects on a personal level for me. If only we knew anything about him. If you think that Light was sad about it somewhere deep inside, then you're choosing to make that assumption. Hello! Ugh!! I dont want to! With my most cynical grey matter engaged, I'd say that Ohba realised the story could be dragged out much further than it was. What we know most about are Ohbas personal convictions. To check what can be accepted in this popculture. He goes by a pseudonym, and has only given a few interviews. People with Chinese zodiac Tiger are powerful, independent, confident and brave. -.-', I've just read your entire alternative ending nodding like an idiot. TO: I thought about how many people want to become manga creators and how I could create this story since Im in the industry. Tsukuru Mishima Sayu is arguable at best. There was nothing in particular. Toko Based on the famous Japanese manga written by Tsugumi Ohba and Takeshi Obata, Death Note follows a high school student (Wolff) who comes across a supernatural notebook that gives him the. He's a bad guy. by the way, when misa found out that light was dead, she comitted suicide. Updates, discussion, events and news about Death Note. L iswho I wish I could be. By May 28, 2012 Tsugumi Ohba is one of the most mysterious creators in Shonen Jump history. When I came to the end where Micheal aka Mello announced about how Watari met 8-yr old L I thought that should be a good idea for the author to write a book about L's life. I think it's important to Ohba that people draw their own conclusions. Death Note (2008 Manga One Shot Special) Tags: Death Note, Death Note Forum, Death Note Role Play, Death Note Anime, Death Note Fans. is there any way to actually contact Tsugumi Ohba? hey death note lover doese tsugumi ohba read this page? Submitted by vigilance Mochisaki (not verified) on Sat, 2008-12-20 23:29. I also worked on a storyboard for a chapter of Otter No.11 that actually appeared in the magazine.Q: In Bakuman, there are many characters who are mangaka. That is perfect! Academia The manga was a hit when it was first published in 2003, and became a phenomenon after the anime adaptation premiered in 2006. They are the writer and creator of Death Note, which they worked on with manga artist Takeshi Obata . But what made me actually want to create manga was when I became an adult and realized I needed to work to survive, and normal work didnt appeal to me.Q: Do you have a manga-creating mentor for manga? You go Mello on stuff. You know my anti-death penalty sentiments are cheering you along on this line of thought. Born And other editors also tell me hes always smiling, but that, of course, when he needs to, he can get pretty scary. Sachiko Yagami - by Matt Blind. More: Birthplace: Tokyo. Tsugumi Ohba, the man behind the juggernaut anime and manga series Death Note, is largely an unknown entity. Although the beginning gave me goosebumps a little. But at any rate, I'm not saying your interpretations are wrong, I just don't agree with them. As stated by the profile placed at the beginning of each Death Note manga volume, Ohba collects teacups and develops manga plots while holding his knees on a chair, similar to a habit of L, one of the main characters of the . Tsugumi Ohba ( , ba Tsugumi, born in Tokyo, Japan) is a writer best known for the manga Death Note. Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 2007-10-18 10:50. TO: I can only be surprised by the success overseas. Psychology I love the mental image of Mello suddenly stepping out of the shadows (or through the doorway) of the Yellow Box, and Light looking on aghast as Near and Mello stand alongside each other grinning at him. If you found this page interesting or useful, please share it. Do you ever disagree with each others opinion? And for Death Note fans, do not be dismayed. Tsugumi Ohba fathers name is under review and mother unknown at this time. Shonen Jump !Q: Editor in Chief Sasaki is a character based on an existing person. OMG!! I did not put much deep thought into subjects like "life and death" or "justice and evil". Submitted by L is muffinman12345 (not verified) on Tue, 2008-05-06 12:51. Takeshi Obata (Artist) NisiOisiN Tsugumi Ohba ( , ba Tsugumi) is a Japanese manga writer. Death Note (2017 US Movie) When asked about his inspiration, Ohba said, "There was nothing in particular. Q: Now that Bakuman is over, how do you feel about it when you look back? By subscribing, I agree to VIZ's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. I wrote the story hoping that it would be good entertainment. Based on Ohbas biggest influences, which he listed in a 2012 interview with manga publisher Viz, Ohba seems invested in just having fun. Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 2009-06-28 20:55. ;>_>, And I just love the last chapter and Matsuda's theory and the Kira cult. The American film adaptation is directed by Adam Wingard (The Guest). Death Note Relight (2007-2008) How does that demonstrate familial affections? Manga Entertainment Another-note-novel The possibility is always there for the continuation of the series and the resurrection of your beloved "L" and "Light". Enter the e-mail address associated with your account and we'll email you a link to reset your password. He's happy to get a potential asset he can use in his fight against L, and the senseless killings of his new potential underling are, to him, more of a PR concearn than anything else. Because my reasonings for this is that I profess in christianity belief. Q: How did you decide to create a manga about manga with characters who are mangaka and editors? Focus On A Fan Yes, you raise a great point with what Near told Light in the Yellow Box. Naomi-misora i loved L, Mello, and Near, they were my litto babies But I also believe that Mello and Near should have just teamed up in the end it says so in the 13th volume. I dont know what his reaction was when he first saw himself in the manga, but I was never told that he liked it, so I just imagine that he didnt. Skills & Abilities: Can develop manga plots day . Death Note Tarot Tales Soichiro Yagami Now that Bakuman is over, Ohba Sensei, for the first time in America in an SJ Alpha exclusive, shares his thoughts about the series, his work, and about himself!Q: Tell us how you first became interested in becoming a mangaka (manga artist).Tsugumi Ohba (TO): When I was a kid, I read a lot of manga and always looked up to the creators. Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 2007-07-20 19:46. . Me too. We just needed Mello to run with those answers. I do wish Mello had won. Friday's release of. His birth sign is Leo and his life path number is 7. Which shocked me. He has been nominated for several awards for his writing including the Tezuka Osamu Cultural Prize award abd tge Manda Taisho award. 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