Mint Clark arrives at Howard Resort with her multimillionaire grandfather. Tired of amusement parks and beaches, Mint spots the beautiful dealer Rio, also known as the "Goddess of Victory." While Mint is captivated by her smile, a man named Orlin Dunhill appears before them and attempts to steal Mint's precious stuffed bear. Rio must play poker to save Mint.

The Women’s Soul Reaper Association is hosting a New Year’s party in the Soul Society, when Hitsugaya and the other male Soul Reapers come crashing in. Meanwhile in the World of the Living, everyone is spending New Year’s with their families. Orihime, who has no family, spends her time alone, when Rukia and Renji come by to say their New Year’s greeting.

Pesche's unusual ability allows Uryu to damage Cirucci. Cirucci releases her Zanpakuto and attacks the two until she has them cornered. Uryu uses Seeleschneider, the only bladed Quincy weapon, to counter her attacks as they get closer and closer. With Seeleschneider Uryu is able to cut through Cirucci's feathers. Figuring that her attacks will no longer that work against Uryu, Cirucci does something unexpected