So, You Want to Buy a Death Note, Huh?
Let's be real. We've all wondered. How much would a Death Note actually cost? We're not talking about fan-made replicas. We mean the real deal.
The one Ryuk so carelessly dropped. The notebook of ultimate power. The bringer of… well, you know.
The "Free" Argument
Technically, it's free, right? Ryuk just kinda... gives it away. No price tag. No haggling.
He's bored! He wants entertainment! A few apples are enough. But is it *really* free?
The Cost of Apples (and Shinigami Boredom)
Let's factor in those apples. Ryuk's apple addiction is intense. We're talking a serious grocery bill.
Organic? Probably. He seems like a picky eater. Add to that the cost of entertaining a bored Shinigami. Priceless.
He demands attention! He creates drama! It's like having a very needy, winged roommate.
The Moral Price Tag
Okay, let's get serious (for a second). What about the moral cost? Each name written has a consequence.
Guilt? Regret? An existential crisis that lasts a lifetime? That's not cheap, folks.
Therapy bills are expensive. Especially when your therapist is trying to figure out why you own a magic notebook of death.
The "Unpopular Opinion" Calculation
Here's my hot take: The Death Note costs everything. Your sanity. Your relationships. Your soul.
It's the ultimate "too good to be true" deal. There's always a catch. In this case, it's a giant, winged, apple-loving catch.
Think of all the stress! Hiding it, using it, and most of all, all the L-level detective work you need to outsmart!
The Black Market Value (Hypothetically)
Okay, okay, let's indulge in fantasy. If the Death Note were on the black market, what would it fetch?
Billions? Trillions? We're talking unlimited power here. Governments would be in bidding wars. Think of the insurance rates!
Imagine the paperwork! "Reason for Purchase: Global Domination (Mostly)." Good luck getting that past HR.
My Final (Slightly Sarcastic) Answer
So, how much does a Death Note cost? My professional, totally-not-made-up opinion? More than you can afford.
Stay away from strange notebooks, people. Stick to journaling. It's safer. And less likely to attract the attention of Shinigami.
Besides, who needs a Death Note when you can just write a strongly worded letter to your HOA? (Okay, maybe not *quite* the same...).
