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Near is the more withdrawn character of the duo, sharing a few behavioral similarities with L. He initially shows no emotions towards L's death, saying L is a loser in the game of tracking down Kira, but later reveals that he and Mello both had great respect for L, wanting to become his successor. It seems that the only thing Near is interested in is solving puzzles of all sorts, and he is usually seen doing so.

Starting with no lead or clue, Near would successfully identify the events unfolding during the arrest of Kyosuke Higuchi, and points out the existence of the Death Note to the President of the United States on 5 March, 2009. With authority from the US President, the SPK (Secret Provision for Kira) is established on 12 March, 2009 to investigate Kira. The SPK consists of selected agents from the FBI and the CIA, as well as Near.

Just like L, Aiber (A) and Wedy (W), Near sometimes addresses himself by his initial, "N". Near comes into contact with Mello after he escapes from the attack conducted by Light and suspects that Light is Kira. From various information he gained from Mello and Aizawa, Near deduces that the new L (AKA Light), is Kira and finds out Kira's real identity (i.e. Light). In thanks to Mello's help, Near tells one of their mutual contacts to let Mello know exactly what Aizawa said.

Compared to L, Near is somewhat even more logical and decisive, claiming that Light is definitely Kira based on little information. However, one can also claim that Near judges on little evidence and pursues hypothetical hunches, which has lead many fans to prefer L over "N". Often using the terms 'winning' or 'losing', he seems to consider the investigation as one of his games. By chapter 91, Near successfully deduced that Mikami possesses the Death Note, and all he needed was evidence. Near's true name is "Nate River" as found out by Mikami when Near and Light met in chapter 101.

{Disclaimer: I'm not the real Near...so, don't bother me about it. This information came from the all powerful Wikipedia...so, if you want it, get it there and don't take it from here, 'kay? Thanks...er, bye.}

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