Death Note Vol. 5: Blackout

The story keeps ramping up without feeling rushed. I'm curious whether the pacing was plotted out from the start or evolved during writing.

His actions become more morally complex, making me wonder how readers personally interpret his morality — are we rooting for him or against him?

The art really amplifies the suspense and emotion. I wonder if the artist had specific influences or if it developed as part of the storytelling process.