Unlike most institutions, enrollment at Hyakkaou Private Academy equips pupils for life beyond the classroom. Because a large share of its attendees are heirs to global fortunes, the school has idiosyncrasies that set it apart. During daylight hours it functions as a conventional academy, teaching subjects such as history and languages. At dusk, however, the premises transform into a casino, where students learn to manage capital and influence others. Wealth equates to authority; those who dominate the games ascend the social hierarchy of the campus. Their fortunes are intertwined with the outcomes of each wager, and reputation follows swiftly through whispered corridors in every day.
Yumeko Jabami, a transfer student who appears innocent and attractive, is eager to engage with Hyakkaou"s distinctive program. She does not chase victory for its own sake, but seeks the adrenaline of risk; her almost reckless gambling tactics could introduce unforeseen variables to the proceedings.
