Misa Amane, the gothic idol turned Second Kira from Death Note, has captivated millions with her obsessive devotion, tragic vengeance, and bubbly darkness. From a grieving teen model to Light Yagami’s tragic pawn, Misa’s descent is a haunting blend of love and lunacy.
Misa Amane is the female protagonist/antagonist of Death Note (manga 2003–2006, anime 2006–2007). Introduced in chapter 23 and episode 11, she’s a famous model and actress who becomes Second Kira after receiving a Death Note from Rem. Driven by revenge and a fatal crush on Light, Misa trades her lifespan for Shinigami Eyes — sealing her fate.
A rising idol from Kyoto, Misa’s life shatters when her family is murdered by a serial killer. Gelus, a Shinigami in love with her, sacrifices himself to save her — passing his Death Note to Rem, who gives it to Misa. She becomes Second Kira to thank “Kira” (Light) for the killer’s death, trading half her lifespan for Shinigami Eyes.
Her tragedy:
Yotsuba Arc: Infiltrates via Higuchi, exposes him.
L’s Death: Kills L indirectly via Rem.
Memory Loss: Erased twice, resumes modeling.
Post-Light: Commits suicide (guidebook) or lives broken (anime).
Misa’s end: “I die loving Light.”
Powers and Abilities
Misa’s arsenal is death at a whisper:
Death Note Control – Writes names for heart attacks (or custom deaths).
