Death City is a fictional location from the anime and manga series Soul Eater. It serves as the primary setting where students train to become skilled Meisters and Demon Weapons at the Death Weapon Meister Academy (DWMA). The city is characterized by its gothic architecture and a unique atmosphere that blends humor with darker themes. The city is named after its iconic structure, the Death City Clock Tower, which is shaped like a skull. In this world, the inhabitants face various supernatural threats, including Kishin and evil spirits. The academy's mission is to protect the city and maintain peace by hunting these malevolent forces.