Krista Lenz / Historia Reiss

Illegitimate daughter of the royal family and beautiful soldier in the Survey Corps

An important female character in the Attack on Titan story who holds the royal family's secrets while being active in the Survey Corps.

Quotes

  • I fight to be myself.
  • The strength to smile for someone else.
  • Find the true self.
  • Fulfill the responsibilities as queen.
  • No more lies.

Trivia

  • Krista's real name was not revealed until the middle of the story.
  • A character the original author emphasizes her growth on.
  • Has a complex background as the royal family's illegitimate child.
  • Voiced by Aoi Koga in the anime.
  • Key figure in the story as an important person in royal succession.

Alternate names

Krista Lenz Historia Reiss Historia Reiss (real name) Krista (former name)

Tags

Attack on Titan Historia Reiss Krista Lenz Survey Corps Royal bloodline Beautiful girl Dark fantasy Titans Combat

Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Female
Birthday
April 15

Appearance

Overall appearance
Beautiful girl with bright blonde hair and a gentle expression. Characterized by her fluffy hairstyle, wearing the Survey Corps uniform.
Height
About 152cm
Eye color
Blue
Hair color
Blond
Distinguishing features
  • Blonde hair
  • Soft smile
  • Slender figure
Iconic items
  • Survey Corps uniform
  • Omni-directional mobility gear
  • Short sword

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Kind
Detailed personality
Modest and kind personality, but gradually confronts her own past head-on and develops a strong will. Considerate of comrades and devoted.
Keywords
  • Kind
  • Devoted
  • Modest
  • Strong will
  • Serious
  • Resolve
Motto
Live believing in the meaning of one's existence
Talents
  • High physical ability
  • Strong mental strength
  • Combat adaptability
  • Survey Corps omni-directional mobility combat
Skills
  • Omni-directional mobility gear operation
  • Swordsmanship
  • Leadership
  • Political knowledge (later part)
Motivation
Reveal the truth and fulfill one's role
Habits
Never loses her smile but occasionally shows a shadowed expression
Favorite foods
Bread, Milk, Soup
Favorite colors
Blue, White
Favorite places
Survey Corps training ground, World beyond the walls
Disliked situations
Lies, Betrayal, Meaningless conflicts

History

Backstory
Historia Reiss is the illegitimate daughter of the royal family. During her childhood, she hid her status and went by Krista Lenz. Later, she accepts her true identity and grows to bear the royal mission.
Debut date
September 9, 2009
Work title
Attack on Titan
Media type
Manga
Episode or chapter
Chapter 1

Awakening of true identity

Significant event
Awakening of true identity
Description
Krista's true identity as Historia Reiss of the royal bloodline is revealed.

Joining the Survey Corps

Significant event
Joining the Survey Corps
Description
Participates in battles against Titans as a member of the Survey Corps and shows growth.

Ascension to queen

Significant event
Ascension to queen
Description
Ascends to the throne as the ruler of Paradis Island and takes on the role of leading the nation's future.

Relationships

Historia Reiss (foster mother)

Mother

Raised her during childhood but complex relationship

Rod Reiss

Father

Royal father with a complex parent-child relationship

Eren Yeager

Teammate

Fought together and built a trusting relationship

Jean Kirstein

Teammate

Cooperative relationship on the battlefield

Survey Corps

Survey Corps: soldier

Media appearances

Attack on Titan

Manga / Supporting

Serialization started in 2009

Attack on Titan

Anime / Supporting

2013 TV anime version

Attack on Titan Live-Action Movie Version

Movie

Voice cast and creators

Aoi Koga

Voice actor
Aoi Koga
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV anime version

Brittney Karbowski

Voice actor
Brittney Karbowski
Language
English
Version or series
English Dub

Hajime Isayama

Creator name
Hajime Isayama
Role
Original author

Hajime Isayama

Creator name
Hajime Isayama
Role
Character designer

Wit Studio / MAPPA

Creator name
Wit Studio / MAPPA
Role
Animation studio

Related goods

Krista Lenz Figure

Item name
Krista Lenz Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Attack on Titan Survey Corps Costume

Item name
Attack on Titan Survey Corps Costume
Category
Apparel
Availability
Limited