The story follows Gedoumaru as she enlists the Yorozuya to help her find a Christmas present for her master, Ketsuno Ana.
: Shinpachi reunites with Pandemonium-san —the bug-like creature he "fell in love" with during the Diviner Arc—only for her to be eaten or lost again almost immediately. Gintama Episode 249
The episode ends with Ketsuno Ana proudly wearing the skull shirt during her weather report, while the Yorozuya watch from home wearing matching shirts gifted to them by Gedoumaru. The story follows Gedoumaru as she enlists the
: The group travels to the underworld’s "demon market," where everything for sale is horrifying or morbid—such as "cursed" goods and bizarre creatures. : The group travels to the underworld’s "demon
: Gedoumaru struggles with what to buy because she doesn't understand human emotions well. Gintoki advises her to pick something that would make her happy to receive, leading her to eventually choose a simple skull-themed shirt for Ketsuno Ana.
: When the local demon shopkeepers realize humans are present, they attack. An enraged Gedoumaru quickly "sends them back to hell" to protect her friends and their shopping trip. Ending and Legacy
Gintama Episode 249, titled is a standalone comedic and heartwarming episode that brings back the demon shikigami, Gedoumaru . It first aired on March 5, 2012, as part of the Gintama' (2011) season. Episode Overview