Strange Grief Wants to Retire ~ The Weakest Hunter Dreams of a Hero ~

Since the era of the first King of Code, the organization has continued to do business with Code, the highly mobile fortress city.

The power of the Code’s city system is incredible. It has the ability to manufacture, food as well as weapons such as mechanized soldiers,  which military might can easily destroy several countries. Even now, 200 years after its creation, its power remains as overwhelming as ever. If they could just regain the mobility they currently have lost, they would have no weaknesses. Countries around the world would come to fear this city.

By teaming up with the 『Nine Tails Shadow Fox (Kyubi no Kage Kitsune)』, which has many skilled members and connections to various countries, world domination is truly no longer just a dream. The organization will regain its strength in no time.

The fact that I, 『Sword Tail』, one of the bosses, took the trouble to come myself after receiving Code’s request is proof of how valuable Code is within the organization. If we can earn the next king a favor, we can build a stronger cooperative relationship. Depending on the circumstances, we can even hope for more.

“Mo-Moreover, you cut down, buildings――” (Morris)

“It will be fine. There is no one there anyway…… Besides, the city system can fix it in no time, right?” (Kenbi)

“Th-That may be true, but…………” (Morris)

Morris-ouji *kyorokyoro* looks around restlessly and then up at me. This short young man, always behaving suspiciously as if he is afraid of something, is my current owner. He has dark circles under his eyes and a face that lacks any spirit. Fearing the impending battle for the throne, he has recently been moving his base of operation frequently. I don’t think he is particularly suitable to be king, but my only goal is the power of the city system. I have no intention of joining Code’s umbrella, and actually it would be better if it doesn’t have a great king.

My lips curve into a smile as I look down at Morris-ouji. And in a whispering voice, I advise him.

“Morris-ouji, you should――Only think about becoming king. You don’t want to be killed, do you?” (Kenbi)

“Hh……” (Morris)

My small threat causes the color to drain from Morris-ouji’s face. As has happened many times in other countries, the battle for the throne is a battle royal. Princes and princesses who fail to become the King with absolute power end up severed from all their previous power.

The foundation they had built up until then would be reset, and they would lose even their Class 8――The powers and privileges they had been born with. Even the nobles in their camp who had followed them to make them king would turn against them.

When you think about it that way, Code’s system of succession to the throne is quite cruel.

To think what happens at the very end is a fight over the royal staff, which doesn’t necessarily have anything to do with the strength of the foundation that they have built up until that point.

“It is certainly not a favorable battle. But, once that is completed, things will turn around, right?” (Kenbi)

“Uuugh…………” (Morris)

Morris Code’s personality is not particularly suited to fighting. Although he tries to hide it, his cowardly nature is evident in his every word and action, so only a small number of nobles support Morris-ouji――And they are all Class 6, lower-ranking nobles. They are those who dream0 of a sudden reversal and bet on Morris-ouji to become king. Since those who are capable (Although there aren’t many capable people in Code) are on Angus-ouji and Nora-oujo’s side, it can be said that those on Morris’ side are a dime in a dozen.

The only chance of victory is――The decisive battle weapon that Morris-ouji is producing by pouring all of his vast resources as Class 8.

Code’s city system can manufacture a wide variety of weapons. And the one Morris-ouji chose is the one with the best abilities and――The worst cost-effectiveness of them all.

A personal weapon created solely for an individual, different from the one being researched by Angus-ouji and Nora-ojou.

It is created simply by concentrating resources in one place and should have power that surpasses even Angus-oujo’s wide variety of weapons, or Nora-ojou’s enhanced knights, which are all manufactured through extensive research and with the support of their big faction.

In this country, the king is decided by whether or not they can obtain the staff. If he were to equip himself with the weapon and aim for the staff with all his might, maybe――. Driven by the fear of death, he began manufacturing it, and ironically enough, it is the only thing that could bring Morris-ouji, who is at a disadvantage in every way, closer to the throne.

Of course, it is no easy feat to outwit your competition and take the throne――But in the previous battle for the throne, Cross Code, one of the least prominent princes, took the throne.

Anything can happen in the battle for the throne. And my job is to create a situation where we can make a more advantageous deal with whoever takes the throne.

“So………… Kenbi, do you know that man? The King has issued an order not to be fooled by his sweet words though……” (Morris)

“It has nothing to do with the Prince. I will take care of that matter…… So you have no complaints, right?” (Kenbi)

“O…… Of course. I trust your skills. Even mechanized soldiers, enhanced knights, or mercenaries are no match for you……………… After all, you *barabara* tore apart my modified mechanized soldiers.” (Morris) 𝔯Ά𝐍ŏΒЕS

“Fufufu……………… That was, your fault, for suddenly attacking me.” (Kenbi)

A smile forms on my face as I remember the first time I contacted Morris-ouji.

Morris-ouji led his Mechanized Royal Guards to launch a no-question-asked assault at me as he considered me a dangerous person. It was a surprise and at the same time a reminder of the high level of technological ability in Code. Even among High-level Hunters, it is rare to see me, recognize the danger, and immediately prepare to intercept me.

Although it hasn’t been that long since I entered Code, I have a general understanding of the city system.

A strictly set classification system. A city system that provides everything you need. And a military force that maintains peace within the city and has burned down countries in the past.

Code’s weapons and security systems are excellent. If it sensed that any member of the Royal Family had even the slightest danger at any time, an army of mechanized soldiers would rush to the scene within ten seconds, and various urban weapons would be activated to subdue the intruders. However, ten seconds is too long for me, who has repeatedly killed in an instant.

The security system here was designed to only handle average people. Weak humans who existed in the age of Advanced Physical Civilization.

And its military power is no different.

Of the weapons in this city, including the mechanized soldiers, only a very small proportion of them are a threat to me. I have no intention of doing something so pointless, but if I――No, if I was a skilled High-level Hunter, I would be able to assassinate the Royal Family if I could get close.

Currently, many people who are confident in their strengths have joined Code, but the current problem is 《Infinite Variety (Senpen Banka)》. That man was able to withstand my blade without even batting an eyebrow.

I would have never imagined that my own sword could be blocked so easily, this is the first time in twenty years that it happened to me since I had been holding a sword at the age where I was old enough to understand. In just one breath, over a hundred slashes were unleashed from all directions. Even if he had a Barrier Ring, I had taken the time to carefully time them apart to slice him up so that it would not have been able to block them all, but they were all blocked.

At first, I thought he had the same ability as Sky Tail, which allows him to control the air and block any attack, but the response was different.

That attack was not an all-out attack. There was no telling how the mechanized soldiers left behind by 《Infinite Variety (Senpen Banka)》 would move, and although I did launch the attack with plenty of leeways to spare if there was anyone in the city currently capable of fighting me, it was no one other than 《Infinite Variety (Senpen Banka)》.

Of course――Except for that man who I painstakingly hunted down, captured, and imprisoned in Code’s prison.

I have already given up on understanding 《Infinite Variety’s (Senpen Banka)》 power. A camouflage that can fool even the scans of Code’s city system. I do not have the power to see through such a camouflage.

The only thing I can do is――Cut him up.

“………… I don’t know why you’re here, but――I won’t let you get in my way.” (Kenbi)

Obtaining the power of Code is a major operation for the organization, it is on par with the one with the 『Key of the Earth』. I cannot let anything get in the way of the succession of the king.

In Code’s city system, all Royalty have equal power. But the areas they control are assigned to them in order of their birth. The fourth son, Morris Code, is far from the Royal Tower and is located in a wide area close to the outer periphery. This is not an area that is particularly advantageous in the battle for the throne, which is also the reason why he has few allies.

But, therefore――If Morris-ouji becomes king, the few allies he has will undoubtedly gain great power. And as Morris-ouji’s only human Royal Guard, I will be in a position to give orders to the King of Code.

It is due to Angus-ouji’s instructions that led me to approach Morris-ouji, but this is not a bad position to be in.

“Morris-ouji, can you get that man out of Code? You can send a message to the King, right? If you can get him out, it will be much easier――” (Kenbi)

“That’s…… Obviously impossible. Kick out another Class 8 Royal Guards――Even if I ask him about it, it will only make a bad impression on me. Besides, the King has told us to ignore that man because he is insignificant. Moreover, his overall evaluation by the system is also very low.” (Morris)

“………… Fufufu. An insignificant person, huh?” (Kenbi)

The people in this Code have no understanding of what a High-level Hunter is. Moreover, to say that the Level 8 hero with an Alias who had stopped the 『Key of the Earth』 that Sky Tail was trying to activate is insignificant――I guess this means it is not good to put too much trust in Code’s city system’s evaluations.

After all, Advanced Physical Civilizations are civilizations that once perished. Heroes living in the present cannot be measured by the legacy of the past.

It is unclear why 《Infinite Variety (Senpen Banka)》 is here, but the fact that he currently holds the position of Royal Guard suggests that he may have the same goal as me.

Just as I came to obtain Code’s power, it is possible that this man is trying to curry favor with the Royal Family and stop people from wielding Code’s power. Considering this, it makes sense that 《Infinite Variety (Senpen Banka)》 joined the imprisoned Alisha-ojou. A princess with no allies, but who technically has the right to inherit the throne.

Although he may seem a little overconfident if he thinks that he can single-handedly make Alisha-ojou king, over the five other contenders for the throne――.

“Morris-ouji, keep an eye on that man and those who have made him in charge of the Royal Guard. Let me know if anything happens. I will do the slashing, but I need you to do the rest.” (Kenbi)

I owe a debt to 《Infinite Variety (Senpen Banka)》. I owe him for stopping Sky Tail from using the Key of the Earth to destroy the country I was planning to rule.

However, if he gets in the way of the organization, I will cut him down. If I can’t cut him down, I will keep cutting him down until I can.

Thanks for reading! Love the fact that Kenbi is treating Cry like a hero of the modern era! Fear him! The man who singlehandedly ruined Kyubi no Kage Kitsune’s plan! He is here to end you!

And here is my impression of the 10th episode of Strange Grief:

Haha that shocked inspector face when Cry wants to drink the baby Malice Eater. What you don’t drink Malice Eater for breakfast and you call yourself a Hunter?

A new change in the opening, we now see Arnold’s Party and as mid opening scene we have Arnold and talking to each other as they arrive at the Imperial Capital’s Explorer Association.

Lol Arnold’s Party has a guy with a pompadour.

In Gark and Cry conversation we don’t really feel that Cry is talking about Arnold as if he is not a big shot and has nothing to fear about a Level 7 Hunter from the countryside. That’s too bad, we focus more about Cry using his Safe Ring because of the Magi Infinite Trials that he is going to do next.

And what kind of poster is that, Zebrudia Auction promoter did you not hire a design artist? Also why did they show a dog hand shadow? If they wanted to do an easter egg they should have made a fox hand shadow!

And we finally have Chloe’s first appearance in the show! I wouldn’t be shocked if some Hunters purposely go to her counter to have a small talk with her after finishing their request.

Hahahahaha I’m dead, Almond Oil from the Fall in Love Party! Okay here they tried again to show that Cry is clearly underestimating the Party. It worked a bit more than with Gark.

The baby Malice Eater is shockingly cute. Wait the design of the ring completely changed! Did they do that to show that the ring have been used? Eva has a face that say “Why does Cry need Lucia? Is something going to happen in the Imperial Capital that needs Lucia?”

Sytry as always trying to claim Cry by wanting to put a ring on his ring finger.

Hay looks like a bandit mob that you can find everywhere and pompadour guy looks like those a delinquent you can find next to a convenience store in the 2000s. XD And Arnold crushing an apple to show that he is a bad guy. (But still have a small bowl under it because don’t wanna mess the room up, huh XD)

Hahaha those erotic pants and more than anything that Eva face! You thought you will have Cry massaging Sytry? Well, nop it is Sytry massaging Cry!

Finally we will discover what training Lucia did to become that strong! And who would have thought that it is a training so hard that it is borderline torture!? Lapis and Kruz also showing up for the first time, desu! And Yowaningen!

Marietta, the first victim. Not even understanding what she will go through. And Sytry just saying keep going. But still she did charge 3 rings before passing out. Not bad.

Oh I thought we would have something like Marietta spasming and twitching like crazy while on the floor and not her standing up before passing out. But looks at Kruz scared face XD

Haha, that Lucia floating bubble while Sytry is saying her speech about her bravery. Although we probably won’t see the result, let the Infinite Trial begin!

Ark-da, Ark-da! I hope we will hear Cry say that at least once. Also of course the daughter of a noble has to have drill hairstyle! Although this one is a little different than the usual one you see in anime.

Liz singing the ending while taking a shower, nosebleed. And that Sand rabbit plushies! Yuri Sytry! Sytry trying to steal Tino to be her apprentice instead of Liz remind me when the novel was talking about Sytry wanting to modify Tino so she can spit laser or something XD Tino-chan and Sytry’s impregnable guard! (Death March reference)

Pfiou when I saw the beginning of the bar scene I thought they were going to skip Sytry pouring poison on Liz mug and just implying it but they did show it later. Also Liz knows how evil Sytry can be, she even know that Sytry was working with the Tower of Akasha. The poison coming out of the mug is so funny love this visual to show that it is poisoned. And Sytry shocked face when she sees that Cry swap the cup XD As expected Sytry made Cry indebt to her so she can claim her prize when he isn’t paying up! What would the drunk Sytry do to Cry if Liz didn’t stop her O.o

Liz beating Arnold up so easily! Poor Arnold I think he will never live this defeat down.

Also P-Maru, the one who created the ending, cameo as Marupi in the episode. Shocking cameo, I totally didn’t expect that.

TL;DR

A lot of new character introduction for the beginning of this new arc. Chloe, Nomimono, the Malice Eater exclusif to the Light Novel, Lapis, Kruz, Eclair and let’s not forget Arnold, the new Hunter Level 7 coming from Neburanubes!

The Relic recharging trial wasn’t bad but I think that Lapis and Kruz stole the show, those 2 had more impact than the shocking trial where at the end of it you have all the Magi who took it faint. And what do you guys think of Kruz? You finally hear her say Yowaningen and desu at the end of her sentence!

Good thing they didn’t skip the part where Sytry put poison on Liz’s mug, really like the poisoned mug visual!

Also RIP Arnold, we, who know the novel know that you are a strong but clearly for anime-only, you are now in the category of weakling.

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