Not all characters in a story usually have a happy ending. While it is true that this is something to be expected in many animes, the death of some of its leading or antagonistic figures causes a strong impact on the dedicated viewer. In certain settings, these deaths serve to enhance the plot of a narrative or to bring it out of a stalemate. These are some of those cases
Death Note, the death of L
One of the biggest surprises of the Death Note series was the death of the prodigious detective L. Despite having evaded his enemies and prey in the past using various nicknames, L was unable to surpass Light Yagami, despite knowing his secret. . The space he left was occupied by a successor who honored him, managing to unmask his murderer.
Full Metal Alchemist, the death of Maes Hughes
Maes Hughes is one of the most beloved characters in the Full Metal Alchemist series. Not only because of his principles and loyalty to his work and colleagues, but also because of his role model as husband and father. Therefore, his death after discovering the biggest secret of the government was a very hard blow for his friends, especially Roy. However, Maes opened the way for the rest of the alchemists in the fight against those who used alchemy for nefarious purposes.
One Piece, the death of Whitebeard
Whitebeard is considered the best pirate by many who follow One Piece religiously. Thanks to him, more was learned about the life of the legendary pirate Gold Roger and his appointment as King of the Pirates. After Roger was executed, the fury caused by his declaration about One Piece put many young pirates on the high seas, Whitebeard being one of the main pillars that kept that legend alive. His heroic death at Marineford, after bravely fighting Blackbeard and his crew, served to motivate the next generation of pirates, including Luffy and company.
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