Death Note – Volume 8 (Target) begins a new and dangerous chapter following the dramatic events that reshaped the investigation. With L gone, Light steps forward as the new leader of the task force while secretly continuing his reign as Kira. However, two brilliant successors from Wammy’s House—Near and Mello—emerge to challenge him. Their contrasting methods create a complex and unpredictable pursuit of justice. Near operates with calm logic and strategic precision, while Mello takes bold and ruthless action. The global hunt for Kira intensifies as political forces become involved. Light must carefully manipulate every situation to maintain his perfect image. Suspicion begins to rise once more as new traps are set. The psychological chess match evolves into an even broader battlefield. Volume 8 launches the next stage of this high-stakes war of intellect.