Let This Grieving Soul Retire! Season 2: Premiere and Theme Music Revealed
The excitement surrounding the forthcoming season of “Let This Grieving Soul Retire!” continues to build. Fans eager to delve back into the world of treasure hunters and fantasy adventures now have more to look forward to with the unveiling of key details for Season 2.
Premiere Date and Initial Views
On August 27, the production team released the main promotional video for the series, marking the official countdown to the October 6 premiere. The premiere will unveil the season’s captivating opening theme, “Algorithm,” performed by the renowned vocalist Kiyono Yasuno. To cap off the season’s musical lineup, the enchanting ending theme, “Yume no Hitokakera” (Fragment of a Dream), will be brought to life by the acclaimed artist i┲ ShadowRis.
Visual Preview
Accompanying the promotional materials, the staff has also released intricate visual art showcasing the vibrant and detailed world viewers will be immersed in. The official artwork gives a brief glimpse into the characters and settings that will unfold in the upcoming episodes.
The second season will kick off on October 6 at 11:30 p.m. JST, streaming on Tokyo MX and BS NTV. Viewers can also catch the anime on Sun TV, MBC, and AT-X, ensuring a wide reach across various platforms for fans.
Background and Plot
The tale revolves around Krai and his cohorts, who once vowed to become the world’s greatest treasure hunters. After Krai’s initial disheartening realizations, the journey takes a turn, offering a fresh take on the typical treasure-hunting narrative. The light novel, published by J-Novel Club, vividly describes the story:
“It’s the golden age for treasure hunters—adventurers hungry for wealth, fame, power, and glory, who risk their lives in treasure vaults throughout the world.
“Let’s become treasure hunters.”
Krai and his childhood friends swore to become the greatest of them all, but that dream should have died the day Krai realized he wasn’t cut out for the job! Yet, expectations continue to mount, right along with Krai’s fear for his life. While his childhood friends climb closer toward their dream, this grieving soul has one simple wish: to pack it all in and retire!”
Principal Staff and Cast
The first season of this gripping tale featured notable animators and voice actors who brought the story to life. Masahiro Takata, known for his work on various acclaimed series, served as the director, while Hideki Shirane handled the script. Character designs were produced by Yūsuke Isouichi and Shingo Fujisaki, making the visuals both intricate and emotive. Ryōhei Sataka composed the music, providing a captivating OST that complements the storyline.
Key personnel for Season 1:
- Animation Studio: Zero-G, with sound production managed by Saber Links.
- Music Director: Ryōhei Sataka, collaborating with Avex Pictures for music production.
- Opening Theme: Kattō Tomorrow by Lezel.
- Ending Theme: “Scream!” by Parusama.
The first season aired in October 2024 and was widely enjoyed by fans globally.
Novel Adaptation and Manga Series
The light novel series, originally serialized by Tsukikage, was later adapted into print volumes by Micro Magazine. The 12th volume hit the shelves in September 2024. For global readers, J-Novel Club is the gateway to the series, with the novel rescued and continually published. The most recent release, the seventh volume, hit the stands on May 19.
Alongside the novels, the manga adaptation by Rai Hebino has gained significant popularity. The manga series, published on the ComicWalker website, has already released its 11th compiled volume in April 2025. Yen Press is responsible for the English translations, potentially making the series accessible to fans worldwide.
For those keen to delve deeper into the adventures awaited in “Let This Grieving Soul Retire! Season 2,” the mark your calendars and get ready for the mystical voyages and suspenseful discoveries that lie ahead.
News Source: Animenewsnetwork.com
