Are There Any Major Character Deaths In 'Reincarnated (Percy Jackson)'?

As someone who devours fanfiction like it’s my last meal, 'Reincarnated (Percy Jackson)' hit me with a whirlwind of emotions—especially when it came to character deaths. The story isn’t shy about raising the stakes, and yes, some major characters do meet their end. It’s not just shock value either; each death feels like a calculated punch to the gut, woven into the plot so tightly that you can’t imagine the story without it. The author has this knack for making you care deeply before pulling the rug out, and that’s what stings the most.

One of the most impactful deaths is Jason Grace. Unlike the original series where he gets a second chance, here his sacrifice is permanent and brutal. The scene where he falls defending Piper from a horde of monsters is etched into my brain—spear through the chest, blood mixing with rain, and that final smile before he crumbles. It’s raw. What makes it worse is how Piper’s grief spills into her powers, making her charmspeak uncontrollable for chapters afterward. The ripple effect is massive, fracturing alliances and pushing others to their limits. Even the usually unshakable Percy cracks under the weight of it, questioning whether he could’ve done more.

Then there’s Bianca di Angelo, who survives longer than in canon but meets a similarly tragic fate. Her death isn’t heroic; it’s quiet and unfair, caught in a trap meant for Nico. The aftermath is haunting—Nico’s descent into vengeance, his shadow magic turning darker, and the way he isolates himself from the group. The story doesn’t gloss over the messiness of loss. You see characters lash out, make reckless decisions, and carry guilt like chains. Even minor deaths, like a redeemed Luke Castellan perishing to hold off Kronos’ forces, leave scars. The narrative thrives on these moments, forcing the surviving characters to grow in ways that are painful but necessary. No one gets plot armor, and that’s what makes it so gripping.