The manipulation of time and circumstance plays a critical role in Light Yagami's plans in the anime "Death Note." By carefully orchestrating events and controlling the timing of his actions, Light is able to manipulate situations to his advantage. For example, he strategically uses the Death Note to time the deaths of individuals in a way that benefits him and furthers his goals. Light's meticulous planning and manipulation of time and circumstances are key tactics he employs to achieve his ultimate objective of creating a world free of criminals.
