Exclusive behind-the-scenes conversations with the creators discussing their inspiration and the series' development. Complete Rules:

But what exactly is Tome 13? Is it a continuation of the story? A behind-the-scenes guide? Or a missing piece of the puzzle?

This is the crown jewel of any . The book contains a 70+ page interview with the reclusive writer Tsugumi Ohba and artist Takeshi Obata. In this interview, they reveal:

When Death Note exploded in popularity globally, the demand for content outpaced official localizations. While the 12 main volumes were translated quickly, the 13th volume—being a data book—often fell by the wayside. This created a vacuum filled by fan communities. High-quality scans became legendary within the community, passed around on forums and dedicated manga sites.

Unlike the previous 12 volumes that contain the main manga narrative, Volume 13 is a comprehensive guidebook. It is considered

So, go forth. Scan, download, or purchase. But do not call yourself a true Death Note fan until you have read Tome 13. It isn't just a volume. It is the death note's instruction manual for the soul.