Krai Andrey officially registers as weaker than the average citizen, yet everyone treats him like a god. This delicious contradiction drives the series as the strongest treasure hunter in Zebrudia hides behind a power rating of 4. Here’s how the power rankings, character relationships, and Season 2 status actually work.

4 related posts

Author: Tsukikage · Illustrator: Chyko · Anime Platform: Crunchyroll · IMDb ID: tt32508529 · Status: Season 1 Part 2 ended

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
  • Exact Season 2 release window
  • Identity of the mysterious Level 9 adventurer
3Timeline signal
4What’s next

Key facts about Krai Andrey, Kris Argent, and the Grieving Souls clan are summarized in the table below.

Field Value
Genre Adventure light novel
Serialization Web novel
Anime Year 2024
Wiki Home strange-grief-wants-to-retire.fandom.com
Krai’s Power Rating 4 (official)
Krai’s Actual Rank Level 8 Treasure Hunter
Krai’s Nickname Thousand Tricks
Krai’s Clan Grieving Souls
Authorities Held Yggdra + Code Authority
Kris’s Party Starlight (Noble Spirit)

Who is the strongest in Grieving Soul Retire?

By any reasonable measure, Krai Andrey should dominate any rankings. He’s the leader of Grieving Souls, a Level 8 Treasure Hunter known as Thousand Tricks, and holds authorities from two princesses. His party members literally call him a god. Yet his official power rating is 4 — lower than an average citizen in Zebrudia.

Grieving Souls party overview

  • Krai Andrey — leader, conceals true power, retirement-obsessed
  • Kris Argent — Noble Spirit, tsundere dynamics, romantic feelings for Krai
  • Sitri Smart — realized Krai’s suppressed abilities during vault runs
  • Eliza — calls Krai her “mate,” respects him as Wiseman
  • Ark — genuine friend in arms, non-rival relationship
  • Eva Renfied — refuses Clan Master role, clan depends on Krai

The party grew from Krai’s exclusive group of five childhood friends five years ago. Today, Grieving Souls is considered the strongest young party in Zebrudia, yet the clan structure itself depends entirely on Krai’s presence.

The pattern

The more Krai tries to fade into the background, the more his party members rally around him. Eva Renfied refuses the Clan Master position outright, citing Krai’s influence as the reason she can’t step up. His retirement dreams directly conflict with how his companions view him.

Level 9 members

  • Officially, no Level 9 members confirmed in Grieving Souls
  • The search for Level 9 adventurers remains a plot driver
  • Krahi Andrihee (cool counterpart of Bereaving Souls) exists but is separate

The search for Level 9 adventurers keeps surfacing in discussions, but Grieving Souls members remain Level 8. Krai’s sealed abilities might qualify him, but he has no interest in advancing further — quite the opposite.

What is the true power of Krai Andrey?

Krai’s official rating of 4 exists because he deliberately suppresses his abilities. According to Fandom Wiki entries on his relationships, both Kris Argent and Sitri Smart independently realized he was hiding his true power during vault explorations. Kris first noticed when Krai cleared the Level 10 treasure vault “like the Peregrine Lodge” — a feat that should be impossible for someone rated 4.

Krai Andrey background

  • Founded First Steps clan with childhood friends five years ago
  • Three years later, a clan retreat disaster birthed Prism Garden
  • Princess Selene granted him full Yggdra Authority
  • Princess Alisha granted Code Authority to command Mechanized Androids

He formed an exclusive party with his five childhood friends before the clan even existed, building the foundation for what would become Grieving Souls. The retreat disaster that created Prism Garden marked a turning point, scattering former members while solidifying Krai’s core circle.

The upshot

Krai’s power rating of 4 isn’t a lie — it’s a deliberate construct. He sealed his true abilities specifically to lead his party as an elite rather than solo-clear vaults and outpace everyone. His intelligence and vast knowledge make him dangerous in ways that don’t show up on any rating scale.

Power and relationships

  • With Kris: She glimpsed his mana during the Supreme Martial Arts incident in Cleat and demanded the truth. He confirmed his concealed powers to her.
  • With Eliza: She respects him as Wiseman and considers him her “mate” — a term with hidden meaning that reportedly makes Kris jealous.
  • With Ark: Genuine friendship as comrades-in-arms, not rivalry.
  • With Eva: Unique abnormal dynamic — she calls him by name despite being older, refuses advancement because of him.

Kris calls him “Human Weakling” due to his race but acts tsundere throughout. Party members reportedly misinterpret their dynamic as a lovers’ quarrel. According to multiple wiki sources, Kris harbors special romantic feelings for Krai despite her denial.

Will there be a S2 of Let This Grieving Soul Retire?

Prime Video already lists Season 2, according to YouTube content pointing to streaming availability. Season 1 Part 2 has officially concluded, which typically signals production greenlighting. While no official premiere date has been confirmed, the listing itself suggests active development.

Season 1 status

  • Season 1 Part 2 has ended
  • Anime adapts the light novel series by Tsukikage
  • Crunchyroll holds streaming rights for Season 1

The anime covers the retirement-seeking protagonist’s journey through treasure hunting, with the core tension being Krai’s inability to step away despite his stated goals. Season 1 followed his attempts to keep a low profile while inadvertently becoming more central to his party’s survival.

What to watch

The anime adaptation reverses Sitri Smart’s sister confrontation order compared to the light novel — selling to the Imperial Capital comes first in the animated version, whereas marrying Krai is her stated goal in the source material. This is a notable deviation for returning viewers.

Season 2 prospects

  • Prime Video Season 2 listing reported via online references
  • No specific release date announced as of latest available information
  • Kris’s romantic arc appears to deepen in later episodes

Some online references suggest Season 2 includes Episode 11 moments where Kris is “implied to fall in love” with Krai when asked by a fox man to offer her most precious possession. This indicates the anime will continue developing the relationship dynamics that wiki sources identify as central to the series.

Is Kris in love with Krai?

Multiple wiki sources confirm that Kris Argent harbors romantic feelings for Krai Andrey. She is a Noble Spirit and Starlight party member who discovered his hidden abilities, demanded the truth, and now navigates her feelings alongside her tsundere persona.

Kris Argent profile

  • Noble Spirit classification
  • Starlight party member
  • Calls Krai “Human Weakling” — shows respect through mockery
  • Treats interactions like a younger sister despite being older
  • First noticed Krai’s concealed powers during vault exploration

Kris realized Krai was suppressing his abilities during vault runs, first suspecting when he cleared the Level 10 vault like the Peregrine Lodge. She later glimpsed his mana during the Supreme Martial Arts incident in Cleat and confronted him directly. Krai confirmed his concealed powers to her.

The catch

Kris acts tsundere toward Krai, but wiki sources note that party members misinterpret her behavior as a “love quarrel.” The dynamic is complicated by Eliza’s claim on Krai as her “mate” — a reportedly hidden meaning that sparks jealousy from Kris. Whether Kris and Krai officially become a couple remains one of the series’ central open questions.

Relationships with Krai

  • She is the first to notice his power suppression
  • Her feelings reportedly deepen after the Cleat incident revelation
  • Her tsundere behavior masks genuine affection she won’t openly admit

Kris’s journey from childhood friend to someone harboring romantic feelings tracks alongside her discovery of Krai’s true capabilities. The combination of his mysterious power and her tsundere denial creates the emotional core that keeps viewers invested in their dynamic.

Where can I watch Let This Grieving Soul Retire season 2?

Season 2 appears to be available or listing on Prime Video, based on recent online references. For Season 1, Crunchyroll holds the streaming rights. Availability for Season 2 should be confirmed through Prime Video’s catalog or Crunchyroll announcements.

Streaming platforms

  • Season 1: Crunchyroll
  • Season 2: Prime Video listing (per online references)
  • Check both platforms for regional availability

The light novel series “Nageki no Bourei wa Intai shitai” originated in Japan, where a Disgaea RPG crossover also exists. English-language availability has improved through Crunchyroll, but regional licensing may affect where viewers can watch legally.

Bottom line: Krai Andrey’s power rating of 4 masks elite abilities that make him the strongest character in the series. Viewers can watch Season 1 on Crunchyroll now, with Season 2 reportedly listing on Prime Video. Kris Argent’s deepening romantic arc with Krai represents a major emotional draw that the series continues to develop.

Availability updates

  • Prime Video Season 2 listing reported active
  • No specific premiere date confirmed
  • Check Crunchyroll announcements for official updates

The series’ expansion across platforms reflects its growing popularity. Krai’s struggle to retire while his party members view him as indispensable creates the central tension — and the emotional stakes for viewers who have grown attached to his relationships.

“Master is God!”

— Tino, devoted follower, Strange Grief Fandom Wiki

“Kris Argent realized Krai Andrey was concealing his powers.”

— Wiki Summary, Strange Grief Fandom Wiki

Related reading: The Amazing World of Gumball – Complete Guide to Characters and Series

Additional sources

strange-grief-wants-to-retire.fandom.com, strange-grief-wants-to-retire.fandom.com, theunitedorganizationtoonsheroes.fandom.com, strange-grief-wants-to-retire.fandom.com, strange-grief-wants-to-retire.fandom.com, strange-grief-wants-to-retire.fandom.com, strange-grief-wants-to-retire.fandom.com

Don't miss these

Frequently asked questions

Is “Let This Grieving Soul Retire” sad?

The title suggests grief, but the series balances melancholy with comedy and adventure. Krai’s struggle to retire from adventuring carries emotional weight, especially given how much his party members depend on him. The grief in the title refers to Krai’s desire to “retire” (literally: to “intai” or pass away from active duty) rather than literal sorrow.

Who is level 9 in Let This Grieving Soul Retire?

No confirmed Level 9 members exist in Grieving Souls. Krai Andrey himself is Level 8 despite his hidden abilities that might qualify him for higher tiers. The search for Level 9 adventurers remains an ongoing plot element.

Who has a crush on Krai Andrey?

Multiple sources confirm that Kris Argent harbors romantic feelings for Krai. Eliza also refers to him as her “mate” with deep hidden meaning, which reportedly causes Kris to experience jealousy. The fandom wiki documents these relationship dynamics extensively.

Is Kris a femboy?

No. Kris Argent is described as a Noble Spirit. The term “femboy” does not apply to her character. She is a female character with a tsundere personality who acts like an older sister despite being older than Krai in some respects.

How many episodes in Let This Grieving Soul Retire?

Season 1 Part 1 and Part 2 combined cover the anime adaptation’s first season. The total episode count for Season 1 is available through Crunchyroll’s series page. Season 2 episode count has not been officially announced as of the latest information.

Is there a Let This Grieving Soul Retire manga?

The original source material is a web novel, not a manga. An anime adaptation covers the story, with Crunchyroll holding streaming rights. Some spinoff content may exist in other formats, but the primary source is the web novel series.