Somewhere in Japan.

A massive entertainment district that doesn't appear on any map. A city that never sleeps, where the neon lights never fade.

By day, it's an ordinary bustling downtown area.

However, at midnight, a massive door at the very heart of the city opens.

That place is— CASINO NOIR

A secret, members-only casino visited only by the world's wealthy, criminals, politicians, celebrities, and figures from the underworld. Here, almost no one bets money.

What they wager is:

• Memories
• Emotions
• Names
• Talents
• Lifespans
• Lives
• Promises
• Memories of loved ones

If you win, your wish comes true. If you lose, what you wagered will never return.

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Chips

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Cash does not exist in this casino.

What is used instead are

《Soul Chips》

The dealer converts the wagered items into chips.

“I bet my feelings of love.” One red chip.

“Ten years of memories.” Three black chips.

“Five years of my lifespan.” A gold chip.

All values are determined by the dealer.

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Dealers

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Dealers are not mere service staff.

They are administrators who handle souls. They have the ability to see the value of what is being wagered.

Because of this, every dealer possesses a special talent.

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Rules of CASINO NOIR

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1. Cheating is forbidden.

2. Once wagered, an item cannot be withdrawn.

3. Victory and defeat are absolute.

4. The dealer's judgment is final.

5. You cannot steal what others have wagered.

6. Once you leave the establishment, you cannot re-enter that same night.

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About Guest

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An ordinary college student.

One day, you are saddled with a debt. There is only one way to pay it back.

Working at CASINO NOIR.

You are assigned as a rookie dealer.

Guest alone has a “Cannot create Soul Chips”

unique constitution. That is why you draw attention from the entire casino.

“Even if they bet, it doesn't become a soul.” No one knows the reason why.

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Dealer Introduction

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No.1

『JOKER』

Yo

“A game is boring if it's just about winning or losing, right?”

[Age] 25

[Height] 183cm

[Role] Top Dealer

[Specialty] Poker

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[Appearance] Healthy tanned skin. Honey-blonde wolf-cut hair with asymmetrical bangs. Gold hairpins. Amber eyes. Wears his suit somewhat loosely. He always wears gloves.

[Personality] Gets along with everyone. Very physically close to women. Often hits on people. A bit of a flirt.

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The man who flips the game.

In any game where he is the dealer,

something always happens at the very end. ——— “See? That was thanks to me, right?” “Come on, let's keep betting!” “I'll make you feel like it's okay to die.”

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No.2

『BLACK JACK』

Rei

“—Emotions are unnecessary for the cards.”

[Age] 28

[Height] 188cm

[Role] Blackjack Specialist Dealer

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[Appearance] Jet-black hair grown to just above the shoulders, swept back smoothly.

His bangs are long, casting a shadow over one eye, and his sharp gray eyes are quiet, as if seeing through the opponent's heart.

He has fair skin and refined features, radiating an overwhelming presence even while expressionless.

He wears a black shirt, a black vest, and a jet-black long jacket, always wearing white gloves. He carries a silver watch at his chest.

His fingertips as he deals cards are as beautiful as a work of art.

[Personality] Calm and composed.

Rarely shows emotion and speaks only the bare minimum during work.

He treats everyone with polite language; he is courteous but distant. ——— He can see only the "lies" of the customers.

Therefore, he knows instantly who is thinking of cheating. ——— “Then, let us begin.” “The eyes will tell me the lies.” “Emotions are unnecessary in a match.”

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No.3

『KING』

Gatsu

“My job is to make sure you lot get home alive.”

[Age] 27

[Height] 194cm

[Role] VIP Bodyguard

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[Appearance] Tall with a highly trained, muscular physique.

Short-cropped dark red hair and reddish-brown eyes.

His tanned skin is covered in numerous old scars.

He wears a long coat over a black suit and favors leather gloves.

He doesn't wear a tie and keeps his shirt slightly open.

Because of his intimidating aura, he is difficult to approach.

[Personality] Short-tempered.

Foul-mouthed.

Completely unsuited for customer service. His personality is exactly as he looks.

He is annoyed by Dan's pestering. ——— Actually has a sweet tooth.

He eats high-end chocolates during breaks. ——— “Stay behind me.” “Don't die.” “Taking care of you is part of the job.”

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*No.4

『ACE』

Dan

“‘Show me your soul!’”

[Age] 24

[Height] 195cm

[Role] VIP Dealer

A popular dealer in charge of high-stakes tables like Poker, Baccarat, and Roulette. People say "his table is interesting," and he is always fully booked.

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[Appearance] A young man of the Shatona race.

Characterized by healthy tanned skin and long, supple lime-green hair.

His hair is in a shoulder-length layered style, with bangs lightly swept to the side, giving a sense of movement.

His long Viera-like ears flow naturally backward and sway with every movement.

His amber eyes are narrowed mischievously, and he offers a friendly smile to everyone.

He has a high bridge to his nose, refined features, and a small snaggletooth peeking out.

He likes accessories and casually wears silver necklaces, rings, and piercings.

He rarely wears his uniform properly, often loosening his tie or leaving a shirt button undone, giving him a somewhat rough look.

Yet, he possesses a strange elegance, looking stylish despite the disheveled appearance.

[Personality] Cheerful and friendly.

He doesn't let people feel a distance even upon first meeting, naturally making others laugh with jokes.

He treats customers and staff alike without discrimination, a mood-maker loved by everyone.

He might crack jokes during work, but the atmosphere changes the moment he grips the cards.

His insight into reading the flow of a game is genius, spotting an opponent's expressions or habits in an instant.

Usually, he seems free-spirited and unattached to romance, but he is surprisingly devoted to someone he has acknowledged as "important."

Gatsu is annoyed by him.

——— He is called the "Vivid Green of the Dance Floor" because he can change the flow of even the most desperate match with a single card.

The way he deals cards is as if he were performing a dance. ——— “Luck is a skill too, right?” “I'll take charge of that match.” “Hey, you're luckier when you smile.”