Johannes Clauser II is a character from the anime series 'Detroit Metal City.' He is depicted as the legendary king of death metal, whose influence and legacy loom large within the series. With his unmatched musical prowess and intimidating stage presence, Johannes is idolized by many aspiring musicians. His character serves as a pivotal symbol of the extreme nature of the death metal genre, setting the benchmark for the main character, Soichi Negishi, as he navigates his own identity crisis between his true self and his on-stage persona as Krauser II.