Carter, Anthony

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Anthony Lester, whose real name is Anthony Carter, is the long-serving Captain of a special forces squad and currently serves as the SPK's second-in-command and operations leader. In addition to handling urgent matters, he consistently assists Near. He is an extremely honest individual who enjoys Near's complete trust, with Near revealing certain thoughts and plans to Lester alone. Lester also aids Near with tasks he is unfamiliar with, such as booking a flight.
He is frequently referred to as "Commander Lester" and, despite being very intelligent, cannot match Near in intelligence and analytical skill. Nevertheless, his trustworthiness, athleticism, and quiet nature make him highly useful in assisting Near. How to Read states that he can be viewed as Near's guardian. He is also the only SPK member whom Near is certain has never been seen by Kira.
A one-shot set after the main series reveals that he continues to work with Near, the new L, and Halle Lidner.