Critics and fans frequently cite this as one of the show's most "unforgettable" episodes due to Midari's erratic behavior and the sheer tension of the Russian Roulette mechanics.
: Yumeko eventually realizes that Midari doesn't care about winning; she only wants the thrill of being shot. Disgusted by this "fake" gambling, Yumeko intentionally ends the game in a draw to deny Midari the satisfaction of the risk. Kakegurui Episode 7
: Mary Saotome begins her transition from a rival into a more complex ally for Yumeko by rejecting the President's influence. Critical Reception Critics and fans frequently cite this as one
The episode concludes the , where Yumeko and Midari must guess which cards are being played by a dealer. The winner gets the chance to point loaded or empty guns at the loser and pull the trigger. : Mary Saotome begins her transition from a
: It is revealed that Midari is a masochist who thrives on the threat of death. She previously stabbed her own eye out with a fountain pen to settle a debt with the Student Council President.
: Viewers often see this episode as a peak of the series' absurdity, using extreme violence and psychological breaks to critique capitalist structures and social trajectories.