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Let This Grieving Soul Retire Anime Cour 2 Selects Kiyono Yasuno for New Opening Song
The upcoming second cour of the Let This Grieving Soul Retire anime has officially confirmed a new key addition to its musical lineup. According to an announcement made via the anime’s official website, renowned voice actress and singer Kiyono Yasuno will perform the opening theme titled “Algorithm,” taking over the opening slot for the continuation of the series. This update follows the recent news that voice actress idol group i☆Ris will perform the new ending theme for Cour 2.
Production Studio and Core Creative Team
Let This Grieving Soul Retire continues its production under the direction of Masahiro Takata, known for his work on The Iceblade Sorcerer Shall Rule the World. The anime is being animated by ZERO-G, a studio recognized for producing various popular titles, including Grand Blue and Tsugumomo. The anime’s second cour maintains the same high-quality production team that supported the original adaptation’s narrative and visual development.
The series composition is managed by Hideki Shirane, previously acclaimed for his work on The Duke of Death and His Maid. Character designs are handled by Yusuke Isouchi and Shingo Fujisaki, who faithfully translate the unique art style of the original light novels into animated form. Accompanying the story is a musical score composed by Ryohei Sataka, who also scored the dark fantasy series Gleipnir.
New Opening Theme Song by Kiyono Yasuno
The opening theme for Cour 2 of Let This Grieving Soul Retire will be “Algorithm,” performed by Kiyono Yasuno. Yasuno is an established voice actress and singer with an impressive resume, including roles in series such as Sound! Euphonium (Nozomi Kasaki) and Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend (Megumi Kato). In addition to her voice work, Yasuno has pursued a music career and contributed to several anime soundtracks, making her a strong choice for setting the tone for this new chapter of the anime.
The new opening song is expected to enhance the emotional resonance and adventure of the second cour, aligning with the anime’s central themes of burdened leadership, reluctant heroism, and personal growth—all expressed from the unique perspective of the protagonist, Krai Andrey.
Original Work and Light Novel Background
Let This Grieving Soul Retire is based on a light novel series written by Tsukikage and illustrated by Chyko. The novel has gained popularity for its fresh take on the isekai and fantasy genre, centering around an unwilling hero who finds himself thrust into the spotlight despite a clear desire to live a quiet life free from danger and responsibility.
The story follows Krai Andrey, who along with six childhood friends vowed to become treasure hunters. However, once their journey begins, Krai quickly realizes he lacks the talent and drive for adventuring. Despite his shortcomings, his loyal companions appoint him their leader. Bound by expectations and friendship, Krai embarks on missions and increasingly tries to find a way to retire peacefully—an overarching theme that the anime explores with a careful balance of comedy, action, and heartfelt moments.
Casting and Voice Talent
The anime adaptation features a talented voice cast that brings authenticity and emotion to each character. Although the full cast for Cour 2 has not yet been officially expanded upon, the main characters from the first cour are expected to return, including the voice of Krai Andrey. The return of consistent voice talent ensures continuity in character portrayal, which contributes to the anime’s strong narrative cohesion.
Streaming Platform and Accessibility
The anime is officially licensed and streamed by Crunchyroll, one of the leading global platforms for anime content. Cour 1 of Let This Grieving Soul Retire is already available with subtitles in multiple languages and simulcasts timed closely with the Japanese broadcast. Fans can expect Cour 2 to follow a similar streaming pattern once it premieres.
Official Synopsis
As described by Crunchyroll:
“Six childhood friends make a vow one day to become treasure hunters, and eventually grow to be the strongest heroes in the world. During his first quest, Krai Andrey realizes he isn’t cut out for the job. Even so, his friends make him their leader. Underpowered in the face of great expectations, Krai embarks on a reluctant hero’s tale of glory, headaches, and wanting to retire early.”
Conclusion
With the inclusion of Kiyono Yasuno as the opening artist for Cour 2’s theme “Algorithm” and the continuation of a strong creative team led by Masahiro Takata and Hideki Shirane, Let This Grieving Soul Retire remains committed to delivering a high-quality anime experience. As anticipation builds for its return, fans can look forward to a seamless blend of dramatic storytelling, comedic undertones, and musical brilliance that reinforces the anime’s distinctive tone and appeal.
