No, the Death Note cannot kill Goku.
Why the Death Note is Ineffective Against Goku
The primary reason the Death Note, as depicted in the Death Note anime and manga, is ineffective against Goku stems from his non-human nature.
Key Limitations
- Human Requirement: The Death Note, based on the original series, can only kill humans. The rules clearly state that the target must be a human.
- Goku's Evolution: Goku, having surpassed human limitations and achieved forms akin to godhood or Shinigami-like status, is no longer considered human. As the reference states, he has "ascended past his mortal limits and become something akin to a Shinigami."
- Beyond Mortal Limits: Goku has evolved to be far removed from a regular human both in strength and his very being.
Death Note and Human Targets
The Death Note's power, as it was established in the anime and manga, relies on very specific rules:
- Real Name Needed: You must know the person's real name.
- Face Required: You must be able to visualize their face while writing the name.
- Cause of Death: If the cause of death isn't written, the target will die of a heart attack.
The Death Note's Impossibility with Goku
Considering all of these limitations, it becomes clear:
- Goku is not human, which means the Death Note cannot affect him.
- Even if some loophole could make the Death Note work, the act of even visualizing the face or writing his name would be extraordinarily difficult given the speed and agility of Goku.
| Limitation | Details |
|---|---|
| Target Requirement | Must be a human |
| Goku's Nature | Is not human, and has exceeded mortal limits |
| Shinigami Status | Goku has become akin to a Shinigami |
Conclusion
The Death Note is inherently ineffective against Goku. His non-human status, god-like powers, and speed make him immune to the note's effects.
