Kakegurui (2017–…): Season 2, Episode 1 - Episode #2.1 - full transcript
Let's call it...
the finger-cutting guillotine.
Guillotine?
The players each place a finger in a hole,
and take turns cutting
one of these 20 strings.
Just one of the strings holds the blade.
Cut that and the blade drops down,
at which point any fingers...
No one knows which string holds the blade.
Whoever takes their finger out first
is the loser.
So it's a game of chicken.
Lose your finger or lose the game.
It's a gamble.
Whoever gets most scared is the loser.
So, want to take up the challenge?
It's up to you.
It's no good.
Yumeko will probably...
The Hyakkaou Private Academy.
Established 122 years ago,
it prides itself
on its traditions and social status.
But this prestigious school
maintains a stringent hierarchy
in which rank is decided
not by academic or sporting ability...
but purely on gambling success.
Most students get caught up
in the winning and losing, in the betting.
And most struggle.
But I discovered that it was possible
for someone to gamble not for money
or fame, but for its own sake.
Yumeko Jabami.
Since her arrival,
the games at the academy
have steadily become more disturbing.
Right this moment,
Yumeko is in the throes
of a tantalizing gamble.
So, Jabami-sama, Ikishima-sama,
what do you think?
Of course,
you don't have to accept the gamble.
It looks like this gamble is too grim
for you to even reply.
Yeah, I'm sure shocked.
Me too. I got distracted for a moment.
Really? If you're too scared,
then it can't be helped.
This gamble...
- Is on!
- Is on!
Just what I've been waiting for!
A game that's devastatingly simple
and yet utterly extreme.
This is the kind of gamble I like!
Great rules and a great contraption.
Get it wrong, and you'll get cut,
no exceptions. Sweet.
Look, look.
I barely touched it and I got cut.
It's so sharp.
Look, Yumeko.
- Very impressive, isn't it, Suzui-san?
- Yes.
Stop ignoring me!
- This will be fun.
- Look at this, Yumeko.
What's with these two?
They can't seriously
be unperturbed by this game.
Impossible.
The loss of a body part
should be a fundamental fear.
Very good, then. Shall we begin?
- Yes.
- Bring it on.
Thanks. You've now both officially
agreed to take part in this gamble!
Can this even be called a gamble?
It has nothing to do with luck or skill.
All it takes is reckless courage.
But neither Yumeko nor Ikishima
are likely to pull out any time soon.
Wait!
What?
You setup the guillotine,
so you know which string
holds up the blade, don't you?
That's not fair, is it?
If you have nothing worthwhile to add,
keep your mouth shut, small fry.
Small fry?
Just open up the box and the blade
can be easily reconnected to any string.
I'll get the dealer to reconnect
the strings.
Is that better?
Fine with me!
Even though it means
you'll now be able to choose who wins?
- Mushibami-sama.
- Yeah?
Please rest assured
that would never happen.
We at the Election Monitoring Committee
pride ourselves
on remaining entirely neutral.
Otherwise, our work would be meaningless.
I ask you not to underestimate
the committee.
How dependable!
But that'll do.
Let's hurry and get started.
Yes, sir!
What's this?
They're sure being cautious about it.
As if we were about to peek.
Looking would take away half the thrill!
I haven't felt like this in ages...
It's unusual for Yumeko
to dislike someone so blatantly.
Not that I blame her.
Hey, I wonder if you really understand
what's about to happen.
In a few minutes, someone's finger
could be flying through the air.
All set and ready to go.
Come in, please, everyone.
We've waited long enough. Let's do this.
- Yamato-san.
- Yes, sir!
Were you able
to inspect the device properly?
We need you to do that for us
so we can really enjoy the game.
That goes without saying!
The impact from the blade
at that height will certainly...
have enough force to cut.
I like it.
They're going ahead with it.
Okay, everyone, place your bets
and insert your fingers
into the guillotine.
That blade is real.
Does Mushibami really understand
how dangerous...
Thanks for waiting.
The finger-cutting guillotine
bets are on!
Let me start! Come on.
I can't stand it anymore!
Please, go ahead.
No matter who starts,
the outcome's the same.
It's time for the first move.
Go ahead, Ikishima-san.
Which one shall I go for?
Might end up losing a finger.
Have to think about this carefully.
What a rush!
Yumeko,
it's so good to be gambling
with you again.
Is that so?
Yes! And this time we're in the same boat.
We both have a one-in-20 chance
of losing a digit!
Share the pain with me!
First one's a blank.
Quite. A miss.
If you'd like to concede,
pull your finger out at any time.
Seems like no one wants to yet.
Time for the second move.
The next player is Yumeko Jabami-sama.
Go ahead.
Yes.
There are many strings
but that doesn't mean
I can lower my guard.
The moment of truth
always arrives suddenly.
You're right.
What a tragedy
if you got distracted and missed it.
Right? Well, here I go.
Another miss.
These guys, how come they're so calm?
Chances are slim
but to cut the strings so easily...
I've heard plenty
about Yumeko Jabami, but...
You. Was it Midari Ikishima?
Why are you taking part in this?
Why?
I've heard you've lost
to Yumeko Jabami before.
Perhaps you think risking a finger
gambling with Yumeko Jabami
will let you exact
some kind of revenge on her?
Revenge?
Maybe that's it.
She's kept me waiting long enough.
It's time she hurt me like I want her to.
- Pardon?
- Come on! Do it!
I don't even mind if you cut
the blade string.
After all, I owe you one
for setting all this up.
I don't need to be told.
Another miss!
It doesn't get better than this!
I like it. Isn't it wonderful
how the thrill of danger
creeps closer and closer with each move.
What? So you think so, too, Yumeko?
I knew we were on the same wavelength.
I'm not so sure about that.
- Yumeko, you're just so...
- I see.
These two are at least brave enough
to put on a bold front.
I wonder how long they'll keep it up for?
I'll just take a ringside seat
because this guillotine
is designed to make sure
no fingers are actually severed.
There's an iron plate
built into the machine
so the blade will stop
before it reaches our fingers.
It's not cheating.
The blade may not sever a finger,
but it will certainly fall.
I'm sure the dealer noticed
when she checked the guillotine.
But it's not against the rules,
so she's kept quiet.
I guess what she said about
absolute neutrality was true.
Which means you ladies
have absolutely no chance of winning.
You might reach a draw
if you can hold out until the blade falls,
but do you have what it takes
to withstand the mounting fear
as the strings are cut, one by one.
Another miss!
Come on, Yumeko!
- You've got to cut the right one soon.
- I'll try my best.
I wonder which string it is.
But can you tell me why you own
such a delightful device
in the first place?
You've had it a long time, haven't you?
That's a good point.
Why would you have such a thing?
Torture.
It's a tradition passed down
for generations in the Mushibami family.
Torture? In this day and age?
Torture is necessary in every age.
We wheel this baby out
and slowly but methodically start
cutting the strings.
People soon start talking.
They soon tell you everything.
I wonder how long it'll be
before you two crack.
Goodness!
What interesting jobs there are out there!
In that case,
you'll understand what I'm about to say.
You can hardly complain
if someone does to you
what you willingly do to others.
Not to mention this is a gamble
you yourself proposed.
Perhaps losing a digit's
a bit of a high price to pay
but sometimes it can't be helped,
wouldn't you agree?
- Yamato-san.
- Yes?
You removed it, as I requested?
What? Absolutely. It was my duty.
I'm so glad. Now we can truly enjoy
the thrill of the gamble.
Hey! What are you talking about?
Don't leave me out.
So, my move.
No, no. Wait a minute.
What did she just say?
She had something removed.
Removed from the device? No!
No! Another miss!
But I like what I hear.
That torturing is your job.
I hope that means you won't hesitate
to cut my finger off and give me pain.
That's great! Your turn, Mushibami!
Come on, do it now!
Please! Be our guest!
Cut! Cut! Cut! Cut!
EPISODE 1
COMPULSIVE GAMBLING GIRLS REDUX
Mushibami-sama made the sixth move.
The blade did not fall.
This is great! As the number of strings
goes down, the thrill increases!
You're right!
This was supposed to be completely safe.
A torture in which I entertain myself
watching my opponents quake in fear.
That was the plan.
How did she notice the iron plate
inside the device?
Or is she just bluffing?
Can I get the dealer on my side and dispel
the seeds of doubt?
No, there's no way.
I'm the one who devised this game,
so if I show any doubt, I'll be admitting
I knew about the iron plate.
I've tied myself up in knots!
Come on, Ikishima-san.
Let's move on to the next round!
What? Yeah, okay.
Here I go.
Now I get it, Yumeko! I was wrong!
We're all shouldering the same risk.
And it's fun!
Yes!
This makes no sense.
Why do they keep cutting the strings?
If they've figured out
my little modification,
surely they should be
calling the gamble off, even as a bluff.
The fact that they haven't
means these two are truly...
Go ahead, Mushibami-san.
- Don't be such a tease.
- What?
- Now!
- It's your turn!
What's wrong with this academy?
Wait a minute.
What's this? I don't get it.
You're the one who suggested this game.
Why are you the one crying?
Mushibami.
That's why I wanted to stop her.
This gamble never had a chance
of working with these two.
Especially not Yumeko, because she's...
One, two, one.
...a compulsive gambler.
I intend to dissolve this student council.
I'll stand down as president
and have an election
to choose a replacement.
Are you in your right mind?
Calling an election now,
when student council officers
have been defeated one after another
by Yumeko Jabami.
Throwing away the seat of power
of one's own accord,
is the height of folly!
Yuriko, I never thought
you would contradict me.
Interesting.
The height of folly, that's precisely why.
What?
Hyakkaou Academy is like an aquarium
that I created for myself.
It's a microcosm that runs beautifully
according to the law
of survival of the fittest.
But a student has appeared
who is disturbing this order,
who's wreaking havoc
throughout the aquarium.
She has converted even those
who had adapted to captivity.
Left untreated
the disturbance will grow
until it is beyond our control.
That's why I want
to stir things up even more.
STUDENT COUNCIL ROOM
So they're here.
Excuse me.
The party has arrived,
so I have brought them to this room.
Wait! We're in the middle
of an important meeting.
It's forbidden for ordinary pupils
to be in here.
Yes. I am fully aware of the situation.
Who are you?
It would not be proper
to introduce myself before them.
First,
from the Gotobami family,
Terano-sama and Yumi-sama.
From the Warakugami family, Sumika-sama.
From the Innami family, Mio-sama.
From the Honebaniku family,
Miraslava-sama.
From the Komabami family, Nozomi-sama.
From the Obami family,
Rin-sama and Ibara-sama.
From the Yobami family, Miri-sama.
And from the Mushibami family, Erimi-sama.
And I am here to serve them
during their time at the academy.
My name is Rei Batsubami.
President, who are these people?
It's too tedious to explain.
You can tell them on my behalf.
Everyone here's part
of the Momobami clan,
and related to the family head,
Kirari Momobami.
The clan comprises
the head Momobami family
and numerous extended families.
Everyone here is a representative
of their family at the academy.
Thus, the Momobami family.
Altogether: the Momobami clan.
Welcome to my academy
and the Student Council
Presidential Election...
a world where only the strongest survive.
I despise you so much!
the finger-cutting guillotine.
Guillotine?
The players each place a finger in a hole,
and take turns cutting
one of these 20 strings.
Just one of the strings holds the blade.
Cut that and the blade drops down,
at which point any fingers...
No one knows which string holds the blade.
Whoever takes their finger out first
is the loser.
So it's a game of chicken.
Lose your finger or lose the game.
It's a gamble.
Whoever gets most scared is the loser.
So, want to take up the challenge?
It's up to you.
It's no good.
Yumeko will probably...
The Hyakkaou Private Academy.
Established 122 years ago,
it prides itself
on its traditions and social status.
But this prestigious school
maintains a stringent hierarchy
in which rank is decided
not by academic or sporting ability...
but purely on gambling success.
Most students get caught up
in the winning and losing, in the betting.
And most struggle.
But I discovered that it was possible
for someone to gamble not for money
or fame, but for its own sake.
Yumeko Jabami.
Since her arrival,
the games at the academy
have steadily become more disturbing.
Right this moment,
Yumeko is in the throes
of a tantalizing gamble.
So, Jabami-sama, Ikishima-sama,
what do you think?
Of course,
you don't have to accept the gamble.
It looks like this gamble is too grim
for you to even reply.
Yeah, I'm sure shocked.
Me too. I got distracted for a moment.
Really? If you're too scared,
then it can't be helped.
This gamble...
- Is on!
- Is on!
Just what I've been waiting for!
A game that's devastatingly simple
and yet utterly extreme.
This is the kind of gamble I like!
Great rules and a great contraption.
Get it wrong, and you'll get cut,
no exceptions. Sweet.
Look, look.
I barely touched it and I got cut.
It's so sharp.
Look, Yumeko.
- Very impressive, isn't it, Suzui-san?
- Yes.
Stop ignoring me!
- This will be fun.
- Look at this, Yumeko.
What's with these two?
They can't seriously
be unperturbed by this game.
Impossible.
The loss of a body part
should be a fundamental fear.
Very good, then. Shall we begin?
- Yes.
- Bring it on.
Thanks. You've now both officially
agreed to take part in this gamble!
Can this even be called a gamble?
It has nothing to do with luck or skill.
All it takes is reckless courage.
But neither Yumeko nor Ikishima
are likely to pull out any time soon.
Wait!
What?
You setup the guillotine,
so you know which string
holds up the blade, don't you?
That's not fair, is it?
If you have nothing worthwhile to add,
keep your mouth shut, small fry.
Small fry?
Just open up the box and the blade
can be easily reconnected to any string.
I'll get the dealer to reconnect
the strings.
Is that better?
Fine with me!
Even though it means
you'll now be able to choose who wins?
- Mushibami-sama.
- Yeah?
Please rest assured
that would never happen.
We at the Election Monitoring Committee
pride ourselves
on remaining entirely neutral.
Otherwise, our work would be meaningless.
I ask you not to underestimate
the committee.
How dependable!
But that'll do.
Let's hurry and get started.
Yes, sir!
What's this?
They're sure being cautious about it.
As if we were about to peek.
Looking would take away half the thrill!
I haven't felt like this in ages...
It's unusual for Yumeko
to dislike someone so blatantly.
Not that I blame her.
Hey, I wonder if you really understand
what's about to happen.
In a few minutes, someone's finger
could be flying through the air.
All set and ready to go.
Come in, please, everyone.
We've waited long enough. Let's do this.
- Yamato-san.
- Yes, sir!
Were you able
to inspect the device properly?
We need you to do that for us
so we can really enjoy the game.
That goes without saying!
The impact from the blade
at that height will certainly...
have enough force to cut.
I like it.
They're going ahead with it.
Okay, everyone, place your bets
and insert your fingers
into the guillotine.
That blade is real.
Does Mushibami really understand
how dangerous...
Thanks for waiting.
The finger-cutting guillotine
bets are on!
Let me start! Come on.
I can't stand it anymore!
Please, go ahead.
No matter who starts,
the outcome's the same.
It's time for the first move.
Go ahead, Ikishima-san.
Which one shall I go for?
Might end up losing a finger.
Have to think about this carefully.
What a rush!
Yumeko,
it's so good to be gambling
with you again.
Is that so?
Yes! And this time we're in the same boat.
We both have a one-in-20 chance
of losing a digit!
Share the pain with me!
First one's a blank.
Quite. A miss.
If you'd like to concede,
pull your finger out at any time.
Seems like no one wants to yet.
Time for the second move.
The next player is Yumeko Jabami-sama.
Go ahead.
Yes.
There are many strings
but that doesn't mean
I can lower my guard.
The moment of truth
always arrives suddenly.
You're right.
What a tragedy
if you got distracted and missed it.
Right? Well, here I go.
Another miss.
These guys, how come they're so calm?
Chances are slim
but to cut the strings so easily...
I've heard plenty
about Yumeko Jabami, but...
You. Was it Midari Ikishima?
Why are you taking part in this?
Why?
I've heard you've lost
to Yumeko Jabami before.
Perhaps you think risking a finger
gambling with Yumeko Jabami
will let you exact
some kind of revenge on her?
Revenge?
Maybe that's it.
She's kept me waiting long enough.
It's time she hurt me like I want her to.
- Pardon?
- Come on! Do it!
I don't even mind if you cut
the blade string.
After all, I owe you one
for setting all this up.
I don't need to be told.
Another miss!
It doesn't get better than this!
I like it. Isn't it wonderful
how the thrill of danger
creeps closer and closer with each move.
What? So you think so, too, Yumeko?
I knew we were on the same wavelength.
I'm not so sure about that.
- Yumeko, you're just so...
- I see.
These two are at least brave enough
to put on a bold front.
I wonder how long they'll keep it up for?
I'll just take a ringside seat
because this guillotine
is designed to make sure
no fingers are actually severed.
There's an iron plate
built into the machine
so the blade will stop
before it reaches our fingers.
It's not cheating.
The blade may not sever a finger,
but it will certainly fall.
I'm sure the dealer noticed
when she checked the guillotine.
But it's not against the rules,
so she's kept quiet.
I guess what she said about
absolute neutrality was true.
Which means you ladies
have absolutely no chance of winning.
You might reach a draw
if you can hold out until the blade falls,
but do you have what it takes
to withstand the mounting fear
as the strings are cut, one by one.
Another miss!
Come on, Yumeko!
- You've got to cut the right one soon.
- I'll try my best.
I wonder which string it is.
But can you tell me why you own
such a delightful device
in the first place?
You've had it a long time, haven't you?
That's a good point.
Why would you have such a thing?
Torture.
It's a tradition passed down
for generations in the Mushibami family.
Torture? In this day and age?
Torture is necessary in every age.
We wheel this baby out
and slowly but methodically start
cutting the strings.
People soon start talking.
They soon tell you everything.
I wonder how long it'll be
before you two crack.
Goodness!
What interesting jobs there are out there!
In that case,
you'll understand what I'm about to say.
You can hardly complain
if someone does to you
what you willingly do to others.
Not to mention this is a gamble
you yourself proposed.
Perhaps losing a digit's
a bit of a high price to pay
but sometimes it can't be helped,
wouldn't you agree?
- Yamato-san.
- Yes?
You removed it, as I requested?
What? Absolutely. It was my duty.
I'm so glad. Now we can truly enjoy
the thrill of the gamble.
Hey! What are you talking about?
Don't leave me out.
So, my move.
No, no. Wait a minute.
What did she just say?
She had something removed.
Removed from the device? No!
No! Another miss!
But I like what I hear.
That torturing is your job.
I hope that means you won't hesitate
to cut my finger off and give me pain.
That's great! Your turn, Mushibami!
Come on, do it now!
Please! Be our guest!
Cut! Cut! Cut! Cut!
EPISODE 1
COMPULSIVE GAMBLING GIRLS REDUX
Mushibami-sama made the sixth move.
The blade did not fall.
This is great! As the number of strings
goes down, the thrill increases!
You're right!
This was supposed to be completely safe.
A torture in which I entertain myself
watching my opponents quake in fear.
That was the plan.
How did she notice the iron plate
inside the device?
Or is she just bluffing?
Can I get the dealer on my side and dispel
the seeds of doubt?
No, there's no way.
I'm the one who devised this game,
so if I show any doubt, I'll be admitting
I knew about the iron plate.
I've tied myself up in knots!
Come on, Ikishima-san.
Let's move on to the next round!
What? Yeah, okay.
Here I go.
Now I get it, Yumeko! I was wrong!
We're all shouldering the same risk.
And it's fun!
Yes!
This makes no sense.
Why do they keep cutting the strings?
If they've figured out
my little modification,
surely they should be
calling the gamble off, even as a bluff.
The fact that they haven't
means these two are truly...
Go ahead, Mushibami-san.
- Don't be such a tease.
- What?
- Now!
- It's your turn!
What's wrong with this academy?
Wait a minute.
What's this? I don't get it.
You're the one who suggested this game.
Why are you the one crying?
Mushibami.
That's why I wanted to stop her.
This gamble never had a chance
of working with these two.
Especially not Yumeko, because she's...
One, two, one.
...a compulsive gambler.
I intend to dissolve this student council.
I'll stand down as president
and have an election
to choose a replacement.
Are you in your right mind?
Calling an election now,
when student council officers
have been defeated one after another
by Yumeko Jabami.
Throwing away the seat of power
of one's own accord,
is the height of folly!
Yuriko, I never thought
you would contradict me.
Interesting.
The height of folly, that's precisely why.
What?
Hyakkaou Academy is like an aquarium
that I created for myself.
It's a microcosm that runs beautifully
according to the law
of survival of the fittest.
But a student has appeared
who is disturbing this order,
who's wreaking havoc
throughout the aquarium.
She has converted even those
who had adapted to captivity.
Left untreated
the disturbance will grow
until it is beyond our control.
That's why I want
to stir things up even more.
STUDENT COUNCIL ROOM
So they're here.
Excuse me.
The party has arrived,
so I have brought them to this room.
Wait! We're in the middle
of an important meeting.
It's forbidden for ordinary pupils
to be in here.
Yes. I am fully aware of the situation.
Who are you?
It would not be proper
to introduce myself before them.
First,
from the Gotobami family,
Terano-sama and Yumi-sama.
From the Warakugami family, Sumika-sama.
From the Innami family, Mio-sama.
From the Honebaniku family,
Miraslava-sama.
From the Komabami family, Nozomi-sama.
From the Obami family,
Rin-sama and Ibara-sama.
From the Yobami family, Miri-sama.
And from the Mushibami family, Erimi-sama.
And I am here to serve them
during their time at the academy.
My name is Rei Batsubami.
President, who are these people?
It's too tedious to explain.
You can tell them on my behalf.
Everyone here's part
of the Momobami clan,
and related to the family head,
Kirari Momobami.
The clan comprises
the head Momobami family
and numerous extended families.
Everyone here is a representative
of their family at the academy.
Thus, the Momobami family.
Altogether: the Momobami clan.
Welcome to my academy
and the Student Council
Presidential Election...
a world where only the strongest survive.
I despise you so much!