Light Yagami, the main character in the anime series "Death Note," manipulates the legal system by using the Death Note, a supernatural notebook that allows him to kill anyone whose name he writes in it. By strategically using the Death Note to eliminate individuals he perceives as obstacles in the legal system, Light gains an advantage by eliminating potential threats and shaping outcomes to his liking. Additionally, Light also uses his intelligence, charisma, and strategic thinking to manipulate people and situations to further his goals within the legal system.
