I love Death Note for what it is, but I lost some respect to it after reading several interviews with Tsugumi Ohba. Submitted by Kira ftw (not verified) on Fri, 2009-10-30 14:42. Submitted by Anime Lover (not verified) on Wed, 2009-08-26 13:37. Dude's answers are either vague or worded out in an indifferent manner. Death Note (2006-7 Anime) make more eopsodes of death note and say soemthing liek this L was faking his death 2 let ligth think he was dead or soemthing. Interview. Have you found an on-line version of the interview? What? this makes him the perfect one to beat Kira due to the stark contrast of his beliefs, All Net Worth: Online estimates of Tsugumi Ohbas net worth vary. Anthony-rester INTERVIEW: Tsugumi Ohba SJ Alpha picked the brains behind the wildly popular Bakuman manga series, Tsugumi Ohba! Also, do you think he has matured as an artist since Death Note?TO: My impression of Obata Sensei is that hes a very serious and sensitive person. Submitted by Whomey (not verified) on Sat, 2008-05-10 18:50. Monthly charts of comparative manga rankings based on aggregate online sales listings from Matt Blind. Birthday: Aug 17, 1962. <3. i collect teapots haha. The reason that light died was because it was a good way to end the series in a twist. Why did you decide against it? Ohba should have run with how it was going. But I assume that he figured having the real editor in chief appear would make the manga better, so he put up with it. I wanted L to be an extremely unorthodox character to contrast with Light, who is supposed to be a brilliant and outstanding student. I really fell in love with that show. Shuichi Aizawa I started thinking of some ideas and while these ideas were still floating in . April 2016 ;>_>, And I just love the last chapter and Matsuda's theory and the Kira cult. Ryuk Kanzo-mogi Add or change photo on IMDbPro Add to list More at IMDbPro Contact info Agent info Known for Death Note 4.6 Writer (as Tsugumi Ohba) 2017 Death Note 7.5 Writer 2006 Death Note: The Last Name 7.2 Writer 2006 Death Note: Light Up the New World 5.7 Viz Media L's heirs united in taking him down. I take that Mello sacrificed himself so that Kira could get caught, but did he know about both fake note books, etc? 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. L-change-the-world-novel Manga writer Tsugumi Ohba ( Japanese: , Hepburn: ba Tsugumi) is the pen name of a Japanese manga writer, best known for authoring the Death Note manga series with illustrator Takeshi Obata from 2003 to 2006, which has 30 million collected volumes in circulation. if you have some interests please contact me by e-mail it's furia34@msn.com. Tsugumi Ohba was born on a Friday. Loved it and couldn't put it down. This is the focus of the Manga called Death Note, Created by Tsugumi Ohba and Takeshi Obata in 2004. Hello! My favorite episode was the meet in the warehouse where light finally meets near and confesses to everyone that he is KIRA . I stumbled upon it right here. I knew that the sentiments were familiar, but thought that was merely due to spending years in the MxM fandom. Anyone read the original and can report back? [7][8] Ohba said they never thought of becoming a manga creator, expecting the Death Note pilot to be passed on by Weekly Shnen Jump. Tsugumi Ohba, the man behind the juggernaut anime and manga series Death Note, is largely an unknown entity. Tsugumi Ohba, best known for being a Comic Book Author, was born in Japan on Friday, August 17, 1962. Death Note (2015 Musical) What we know most about are Ohbas personal convictions. Tsugumi Ohba. I was very mad at that. Submitted by Kendricka Kenyatta Walker (not verified) on Thu, 2009-03-19 20:41. The only reason it didn't happen is because they didn't know how to execute it while keeping the suspense up. I can say with 100% certainty, Near will never grow on me. - Interview with Udagawa Takeo Music And Soundtracks Philosophy And Theology Another-note-novel Tsugumi Ohba (Author) with mello and ryuzaki dead. Actors And Acting Pick a random number in his thoughts? I wish i could meet him sometime. DO NOT DO WHAT OHBA DID. Shane Black Tokyo, Japan 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? Some interpretations s/he had expected a reader to make would be pretty much baseless, and some things s/he says in interviews (like the example with L's thoughts) are just flatout contradicted in the manga. Sh Nanase He said he emphatically relates to Kazuya Hiramaru, one of his characters from Bakuman, a dramatically different story than the very dark Death Note. Shueisha Why the heck would he come up with random number in his thoughts for no reason? An investigation, Kaleidoscope's non-linear "ending," explained, By subscribing to this BDG newsletter, you agree to our. [9] They have since cited Shotaro Ishinomori, Fujiko Fujio, and Fujio Akatsuka as manga creators by whom they are heavily inspired. It's in print friend. Mello is a mass murderer already, he's a mini-Kira already. what did we talk about. Naomi-misora I had to giggle at the dinosaur reference- At 36 I still love them. You may block cookies via standard web-browser settings, but this site may not function correctly without cookies. Death Note really is a great manga, and the anime just gets better and better, if possible. In almost all of Ohbas mangas, its Obatas artwork that helps tell his stories. 10th Anniversary It is obvious the fans of Death Note are quite passionate about the series, or so we have discovered. June 2014 The story-driven manga series truly comes to life with the help of his partner, illustrator extraordinaire Takeshi Obata. Akiko-himura i agree with you, That doesn't mean that his tears aren't honest, he was thinking about killing mello but he didn't fake his tears, those were real but he wanted to think rationally as well. Yeah, they should make a Death Note II where Light is a shinigami. February 2014, I've long since heard of an old interview with. Linda Ohba says Lights tears on his fathers death bed were honest. Friday's release of. You have Light completely losing it and dying, Takada dying, Mikami dying, Mello and Matt dead in an anticlimactic way, and the only ones left standing being the group that were the least involved. If you found this page interesting or useful, please share it. Many Leos will have a large group of friends that adore them. arhgg.. i hate the ending.. :) what about Misa. He'd been swanning around LA in the world's hugest pair of sunglasses. Very difficult. I also love the way that L fought Light. LOL That's your interpretation. Tsugumi Ohba ( , ba Tsugumi) is a Japanese manga writer. Youll never miss a beat when you subscribe to our newsletter. Tsugumi Ohba was born in the Year of the Tiger. (20082012), was also successful with 15 million in circulation. Cosplay I looked up Mello's real name, and found out that he's most likely Slovenian. <3 November 2015 Now think about that, Kira can be anyone in the world. That scene was funny that I almost fell off the couch because they both were in handcuffs and when Ryuzaki kicked Light to the ground, Ryuzaki went flying with him. Ohba's real identity is a closely guarded secret, and the real name, gender, and date of birth of the author are undisclosed. I'll have to look at the coding to see where I messed up when I'm more awake.) Ohba's works have been or are currently being published in the Weekly Shnen Jump. he KILLS PEOPLE! Read our full interviews with the co-creators of. Getting them to work together with the interview would also give Near a role big enough to justify his presence. He's a bad guy. Q: Now that Bakuman is over, how do you feel about it when you look back? 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. OK fist of all I respect death note its the best manga movie and anime ever! Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Wedy BUT THE ENDING plz DO ANOTHER MANGA where KIRA (light yagami)kills all criminals and misa and him get married and HE wins why did he have to die make KIRA acutely WIN!!!!!!!!!!!!! Sorry, me cheer-leading all you say isn't leading to scintillating conversation, but you have completely nailed it. Tsugumi Ohba 187 critiques 44 citations. Tsugumi Ohba is one of the most mysterious creators in Shonen Jump history. "You "think" that Light had multiple thoughts running through his head when his father was dying? Related Links: Obata & Ohba Full Interview Takeshi Obata Creator Sketch Video More Creator's Interview: Mitsutoshi Shimabukuro More Creator's Interview: Masashi Kishimoto Spotlight i also think that light is much better than L. And you other people should learn to spell. The Japanese comic book author has been alive for 22,064 days or 529,548 hours. Writers such as Tsugumi Ohba, can work miracles if they so decide. Submitted by light's super ultra best fan (not verified) on Fri, 2008-07-04 22:50. If Mello's death was suppose to be so dramatic, what happened? Death Note had become so quiet at that point. Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 2009-05-13 20:24. I think the most satisfying end--and the most fitting--would have been for Mello to have to bite back his pride and work alongside Near. There was nothing in particular. There's no internet version of the interview? like what if Ryuk drops another death note and some other guy that was smarter than light gets it and does the same thing he does and what if he killed Near then who would serpass near? Mello Family: He was born and raised in Tokyo, Japan while most else about him including his real name remains secret. Luckyman, and also that the storyboards drawn by Ohba resemble Tottemo! I hate Nearalways have and always will. April 2014 Submitted by CRITIC #746474723 (not verified) on Mon, 2008-03-24 23:10. I figured that since Near was the best at Wammy's House, it would be more interesting if Mello were the final victor instead. Teru Mikami He knew damn well about the need to hide his face. Here is the transcript of the relevant section: Create your own unique website with customizable templates. But! Submitted by really? Mr. Tsugumi Ohba I'm Death Note's #1 fan and if you are reading this (that is if you go to this webpage) I'm asking that you plz continue the Death Note series. Nori What does this all mean? Related Links:Obata & Ohba Full Interview (coming soon! 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. I think Ohba is the type of author who goes kinda like "LMAO ye" at interview questions. I don't remember if that interview is in Death Note: How To Read. Don't people turn into shinigami after they use the Death Note? DeathNote is really great series. But at any rate, I'm not saying your interpretations are wrong, I just don't agree with them. He should have won. Thats how I feel. Tsugumi Ohba was born in Tokyo, Tsugumi Ohba is the author of the hit series Death Note. criminals or not, humans have a right to live. Tsugumi Ohba (Japanese: , Hepburn: ba Tsugumi) is the pen name of a Japanese manga writer, best known for authoring the Death Note manga series with illustrator Takeshi Obata from 2003 to 2006, which has 30 million collected volumes in circulation. Ohba's real identity is a closely guarded secret, and the real name, gender, and date of birth of the author are undisclosed. Reading between the lines, it's quite possible to imagine Ohba-sensei merely enjoying the duality of 'star', 'moon' and 'light' inherent in his . Q: Do you have any advice to those people out there who want to become mangaka?TO: You cant be the one who determines whats good and what isnt, so I think you just need to create as much as you can. May 2015 Dating: According to CelebsCouples, Tsugumi Ohba is single . Kira Worshipper I think he's a wonderfully sarcastic individual, and I can live with that. that interview said nothing!!!! To read more great creator interviews, become an SJ Alpha member today! How does that demonstrate familial affections? Ha! I think this becuase of what I think. Whats he like in real life? He stated near wrote only Mikami`s name, how does that make him a mass murderer? He goes by a pseudonym, and has only given a few interviews. Why did you choose to portray L in such a quirky way? Tsugumi Ohba But they can also be arrogant, short-tempered, hasty, traitorous. I loved Light Yagami and to see him die like that was just to painfull so all u basterds who think this is entertainment can go to hell. Misa killed herself after learning of Light's death. Ohba shows one thing in the story, and tells us the exact opposite outside of it. Submitted by chris (not verified) on Wed, 2007-11-21 19:22. Even I wouldn't like your preferred ending. His/Her real identity (and gender) is a closely guarded secret. Mind you, if we're keeping Near in the loop, there would probably never have been a need for Matt to be there. I just wanted Mello to win, he worked hard for it and wanted it so badly. The duo's second series, Bakuman. See more +1 EXCLUSIVE: Tsugumi Ohba & Takeshi Obata Spotlight Read our full interviews with the co-creators of Bakuman and watch Obata Sensei draw your favorite characters! uselesss:(. After Death Note, Ohba and Obata teamed up in 2008 for Bakuman, a comedy about a lovestruck manga creator who creates a successful series just so the object of his affection can live out her dream of becoming a voice actress. Luckyman in style. Mr. Tsugumi Ohba after seeing death note I 2 have plans on becoming someone like you because i love animation and i love your work. 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