Uses reverse psychology to appear unassuming to his enemies.
L is very intelligent, though his disheveled and languid appearance masks his great powers of deduction and many question his abilities upon viewing him. L tends to second-guess everything he is presented with, and is extremely meticulous and analytical. L is an mysterious, and highly-esteemed international consulting detective. L is logical, always guarded and enigmatic.
Doesn't knows about Death Note.
Doesn't knows who is Kira.