Near (real name, which almost no one knows, Nate River) is a short boy with pale skin, light gray empty eyes and white and soft hair, which he habitually likes to twist between his fingers. Near wears white pajamas: a baggy shirt and pants. Near looks very young due to his childlike appearance and Near is very calm, especially in those moments when he is trying to solve a case. Likes to play with toys. One of L's successor who is also the best detective on the planet.