What episode is "Malice" in Death Note?
"Malice" is episode 35 of Death Note.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readMello kidnaps Takada, disrupting plans between rival factions, but Takada reveals she has a hidden advantage. The ensuing events deepen the tensions and strategic maneuvers among the key players in the high-stakes investigation.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersMello kidnaps Takada in a daring operation, getting in the way of both Near and Light's plans to set up a meeting between the SPK and the investigation team. Prepared to face such an event, however, Takada kills Mello by writing his name in a piece of the Death Note she managed to secret away. Once Light hears about this, he uses a piece of the Death Note of his own to make her commit suicide.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Malice" canon or filler?
"Malice" is listed as canon · provisional in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Malice" part of?
"Malice" is part of the Second Half: Confrontation Arc.
Can I read this without spoilers?
Yes. Start with the spoiler-safe summary, then reveal the full plot only when you want the complete episode breakdown.
Series Cast
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