10 Most Disturbing Danganronpa Deaths

Not only does the first trial in Danganronpa act as a tutorial, but also as a stark reminder that these characters are most definitely participating in a death game. Finding evidence and using deductive reasoning feels rewarding.

This is until the final reward for deducing the truth behind Sayaka's murder is to see the graphic execution of Leon. After failing to produce any counter-evidence or proof that he is not guilty, Leon is voted as the killer.

The characters and player see him reach out, as a steel collar snatches his throat and yanks him towards his scene of execution. Seeing that it is a baseball pitch indicates Leon has been unable to disassociate himself from his Ultimate Talent and become a Musician like he wished.

However, the method of execution is even more disturbing, as Leon- unable to move- is pelted repeatedly by baseballs fired at high speeds directly at him. The shot of him opening his eyes, right as the final ball is fired at his face successfully sets the macabre tone for the rest of the series.

The following frame where the characters are stood motionless, staring at Leon's bludgeoned remains confirms the reality of their situation.