Powers: Through the Wammy’s House program, B received extensive training in the investigative arts. He is adept at problem-solving, creative thinking, and logical reasoning, as evident in his prowess for both creating and solving puzzles, particularly crossword puzzles. B is an expert speed-reader, speaks both English and Japanese fluently, and demonstrates high proficiency in mathematics. Although it is not stated in the text of Another Note, it is likely B is also proficient in a number of additional languages and highly skilled in various types of computer work, including programming and hacking.
B is a skilled mimic and actor, capable of maintaining a convincing long-term public persona as an “unprivate detective” named Rue Ryuzaki with ease. Under the guise of Ryuzaki, B acts much less intelligent than he actually is, “playing the fool,” in effect, in order to gather information, subtly manipulate other people, and set his plans into motion. Even outside of this act, B lies, frequently and with precise calculation, and will not hesitate to give misinformation if it suits his purpose - and it generally does.
B is not particularly strong or trained in hand-to-hand combat, but he is stronger than his twig-like frame would suggest, and he’s incredibly quick on his feet. B does not generally instigate physical attacks, but when he does, it’s always a calculated maneuver, and he favors stealth and small, simple weapons, such as a club. In defense, B employs quick reflexes and flexibility to dodge.
As far as his personality is concerned, B’s greatest strength is his determination. He will do anything possible to achieve his goals - when his goal is to surpass L, B even turns to murder and becomes a criminal, in order to simply win and become better than L. Once he has a goal in mind, B does not give up. He is very smart, though perhaps misguided.
B’s only real otherworldly power would be his shinigami eyes. Unlike regular humans, who have the option of trading a shinigami this skill for half of their remaining lifespan, B was born with this ability at no additional upfront cost, and without the element of choice. With the shinigami eyes, B is able to see any live human’s true name and life span. This will only occur if B is able to see more than half of the face, usually the top half. Conversely, if more than half of the person’s face is covered, such as with a mask or large sunglasses, B will not be able to see that person’s name and life span.
Weaknesses: While he is stronger than he looks, B is still not particularly strong - no more so than the average person who spends most of the time indoors and does not train physically. He would be easily overpowered by a show of brute force, or an aggressive attack by someone trained in hand-to-hand combat or martial arts.
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B is a skilled mimic and actor, capable of maintaining a convincing long-term public persona as an “unprivate detective” named Rue Ryuzaki with ease. Under the guise of Ryuzaki, B acts much less intelligent than he actually is, “playing the fool,” in effect, in order to gather information, subtly manipulate other people, and set his plans into motion. Even outside of this act, B lies, frequently and with precise calculation, and will not hesitate to give misinformation if it suits his purpose - and it generally does.
B is not particularly strong or trained in hand-to-hand combat, but he is stronger than his twig-like frame would suggest, and he’s incredibly quick on his feet. B does not generally instigate physical attacks, but when he does, it’s always a calculated maneuver, and he favors stealth and small, simple weapons, such as a club. In defense, B employs quick reflexes and flexibility to dodge.
As far as his personality is concerned, B’s greatest strength is his determination. He will do anything possible to achieve his goals - when his goal is to surpass L, B even turns to murder and becomes a criminal, in order to simply win and become better than L. Once he has a goal in mind, B does not give up. He is very smart, though perhaps misguided.
B’s only real otherworldly power would be his shinigami eyes. Unlike regular humans, who have the option of trading a shinigami this skill for half of their remaining lifespan, B was born with this ability at no additional upfront cost, and without the element of choice. With the shinigami eyes, B is able to see any live human’s true name and life span. This will only occur if B is able to see more than half of the face, usually the top half. Conversely, if more than half of the person’s face is covered, such as with a mask or large sunglasses, B will not be able to see that person’s name and life span.
Weaknesses: While he is stronger than he looks, B is still not particularly strong - no more so than the average person who spends most of the time indoors and does not train physically. He would be easily overpowered by a show of brute force, or an aggressive attack by someone trained in hand-to-hand combat or martial arts.