Manipulation of fate and destiny plays a central role in Light Yagami's plans in the anime "Death Note." Light uses the Death Note, a supernatural notebook that allows him to kill anyone whose name he writes in it, to manipulate the fate and destiny of individuals. By selectively choosing who he targets and how they die, Light believes he can create a new world order and become the god of a utopian society. His manipulation of fate and destiny through the Death Note is a key element in his strategic planning and pursuit of power.