In the anime "Death Note," Light Yagami uses manipulation as a central tactic in his pursuit of righteousness. He believes that by eliminating criminals through the Death Note, he can create a utopia where crime does not exist. Light manipulates those around him, including his own family members and law enforcement officials, to achieve his goal of becoming the "god" of the new world he envisions. However, his use of manipulation ultimately leads to his downfall as he becomes consumed by his own power and loses sight of his original intentions.
