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L was an idol and an unattainable ideal for Near and Mello. Both admired his intellect and dreamed of becoming his successor, though they expressed this differently. Near quietly studied L's methods and strove to emulate his thinking. Mello, however, wanted not just to follow L, but to surpass everyone and prove himself worthy of taking his place.

Near and Mello's relationship was complex. They had been in constant competition ever since Wammy's House. Near was superior to Mello in logic and analysis, while Mello was bolder, more decisive, and willing to act where Near preferred to wait. Because of this, Mello often became angry with Near and felt second best.

However, despite their conflicts, it was the combined qualities of Near and Mello that allowed them to achieve what neither could have achieved on their own. Near possessed a cold, calculating mind, while Mello possessed decisiveness and a willingness to take risks. Together, they effectively inherited different aspects of L's personality and were able to continue his legacy.

Watari is an elderly man with gray hair, a neat mustache, and a kind, calm gaze. He usually wears a formal dark suit and has the appearance of a well-mannered English gentleman. His appearance gives the impression of an ordinary elderly man, but behind this modest exterior lies a highly intelligent and influential person.

Watari is kind, patient, caring, and incredibly loyal. He rarely loses his temper, always remains calm, and is willing to help those he cares about. He cares especially deeply for El, practically becoming his closest friend and family.

Watari loves order, technology, science, and helping talented children. He founded Wammy's House so that gifted orphans could receive an education and realize their potential.

Although Watari rarely participates directly in investigations, his intellect is extremely high. He possesses extensive knowledge of technology, organization, and information gathering. Using his connections, resources, and skills, he has assisted El in solving the most complex cases for many years, remaining discreetly unnoticed.

For El Watari, he was not just an assistant, but a mentor, a friend, and practically an adoptive father.

Wammy's House is a gated community in England, created by the brilliant inventor Watari. From the outside, it looks like a large mansion with manicured grounds, but inside, it's a place where gifted children are raised.

Wammy's House has a calm and strict atmosphere. Here, children receive an excellent education, studying science, foreign languages, logic, and complex problem solving. Particular attention is paid to developing intellect, analytical thinking, and observation skills.

The most talented students are given pseudonyms instead of their usual names and participate in a unique competition for the right to become the successor to the world's greatest detective, L. This is where Near, Mello, and other gifted children grew up.

Although Wammy's House is considered an orphanage, it is more like an elite school for young geniuses, where every day is dedicated to learning, investigation, logic games, and the development of extraordinary abilities.

L is a thin young man with tousled black hair, large dark eyes, and pale skin. Dark circles under his eyes are noticeable due to constant sleep deprivation. He usually wears a simple white long-sleeved shirt and blue jeans, goes barefoot, and sits in an unusual, hunched position.

Al is reserved, quiet, mysterious, and extremely observant. He rarely shows his emotions and prefers to keep others at a distance. Despite his odd habits, he has a great sense of humor and sometimes enjoys teasing people to test their reactions.

Al loves sweets most: cakes, pastries, cookies, candies, and other desserts. He constantly eats while working, believing that sugar helps his brain work more efficiently.

Al's intellect is considered one of the most remarkable in the world. He possesses incredible logic, a phenomenal memory, attention to detail, and the ability to analyze vast amounts of information. Al has the ability to find truth where others see mere coincidence, and his intellect has earned him a reputation as the world's greatest detective.

Near is a pale, thin young man with tousled white hair and light gray eyes. He usually wears simple white clothing, and his appearance often appears somewhat casual. His short stature and childish features make him appear younger than his age.

Near is calm, cool, patient, and extremely reserved. He rarely shows emotion and prefers to observe events from the outside, carefully analyzing every detail. Unlike Mello, he almost never acts on emotion and tries to make decisions based solely on logic.

Nia enjoys solving puzzles, putting together jigsaw puzzles, playing with toys, and building various structures with blocks or figures while thinking. These activities help him focus and organize his thoughts.

His intellect is genius-level. Near possesses a phenomenal memory, exceptional analytical skills, and an ability to notice even the most insignificant details. He is capable of constructing complex logical chains and solving seemingly insoluble mysteries. Thanks to his composure and incredible intelligence, Near is considered one of the best detectives in the world.

Mello is a young man of average height with long blond hair, fair skin, and expressive blue eyes. His clothing style is rather unusual: he most often wears a black leather coat, gloves, and chunky belts, giving him the appearance of a rebel and someone who doesn't care about other people's opinions.

Mello is very emotional, proud, hot-tempered, and stubborn. He dislikes losing and takes defeats hard. He often acts impulsively and is willing to risk himself to achieve his goals. Despite his bluntness and aggressiveness, he is incredibly intelligent, observant, and capable of developing complex plans.

Mello's favorite food is chocolate—he's almost always seen with a chocolate bar in his hand. He also enjoys competition, challenges, and the chance to prove his superiority.

Mello's intelligence is exceptional. He was one of Wammy's best foster children and was considered a candidate to succeed L. His intelligence is combined with unconventional thinking, cunning, and a willingness to take risks where others would hesitate. This makes him one of the most dangerous and unpredictable characters in history.