013 | Down To Business

[godsoffortune]

Who: Everyone!
What: Training
When: Morning June 16
Where: Bishamon's temple
Summary: Training sessions for everyone to learn more about their abilities and jobs!



Many people have been wanting to know more about their abilities and what they are required to do here in the Far Shore. So, in conjunction with Bishamonten, the Heavens have seen fit to offer an open training session for everyone to participate in. Here you will be able to learn anything and everything about what you should be able to do and what is expected of you in your new positions.

Bishamon's temple is sweeping and gorgeous, having previously been home to hundreds of shinki. She has graciously offered to hold this training session and will be available to help anyone who needs it.



Equipment

Various kinds of mannequins and dummies have been provided for practice, as well as targets that are either stationary or move, depending on your will. Punching bags, jumping blocks, and a large pool area have also been provided for your use, so that you can find a tool for pretty much anything that you might need to practice. Plenty of practice weapons of various weights, sizes, and shapes are also available upon request from any of the many white-clad shinki that are also attending today.

God Training

Bishamon herself will be the foremost source of information regarding being a god and what is expected of you. It is also encouraged that gods group up together to practice what they've learned and discuss their ideologies. Random groupings can be provided by the mods or you may come up with your own groupings together.

Shinki Training

Various shinki are available to help with shinki training, including Kazuma and all of Bishamon's shinki. Additionally, the white-clad shinki will be more than happy to train you on using the borderline and some of the basics of what is expected of a shinki. It is also encouraged that shinki group up together to practice what they've learned and discuss their ideologies. Random groupings can be provided by the mods or you may come up with your own groupings together.

Refreshments

There is a refreshments table provided. It is covered with light snacks and various kinds of hydrating drinks. There is a little sitting area set up for people to relax in after they have finished their training or if they're even just taking a quick break to cool down. The Heavens want you to stay in good condition!

In Summary:

• Use the state of the art equipment
• Learn about your job
• Form groups to practice
• Don't get dehydrated
• Spectate if you want
• Have fun~

Comments

[very_goodman]

Heh... pretty good! C'mon, let's go again!

[This time, Barry braces for a blow, intending to let Dust go on the offensive.]

[mithrarin]

[By the time Barry finishes that sentence, Dust has already half-rolled, half-leaped past him, coming up from that dive to his feet behind him and making his slash part of his turn as he spins to strike. The two are a study in opposites, clearly: Dust's style is all lithe agility mixed with power to spare.]

[very_goodman]

Whoa!

[Barry turns to try to intercept but only makes it partway, owing to the sheer weight of his weapon. He's knocked back a bit, grunting as he tries to recover.]

Damn, you're a quick one.

[mithrarin]

You need a faster attack. All the power in the world to cut your opponent down won't help if you can't land the blow to begin with.

[Dust drops out of his slight crouch as he steps back up, flipping his sword into a lazy reverse grip at his side.] Your opponents are going to expect those big swings, so work on speeding them up so they can't react, but -- here, grip your weapon just like a normal combat stance.

[very_goodman]

Yeah, guess you're right.

[Barry nods, adjusting his grip and shifting his weight to compensate for the weapon's new position.]

Somethin' like this?

[mithrarin]

Right. Now when you grip it, you have one hand near the top and one hand near the bottom of the haft. When you go to swing it, you can let it slide through your hand till you reach the end for more power. And when you're about to make a move -- [Dust flicks his hand forward, demonstrating just how quickly the end of the axe's haft can be jabbed forward.]

[very_goodman]

Yeah, that feels a lot more flexible. Lemme give it a try.

[Barry tries another swing. This one is a lot smoother, and the sound of the weapon cutting through the air is a testament to the power behind it.]

Wow, that really does make a difference!

[And just for good measure, he tries a few of those quick forward jabs too.]

[mithrarin]

Whoa, hey. [Chuckling quietly, Dust steps back as if he were in danger of getting struck by those jabs -- which he of course is not.]

The other problem you have to focus on is defense. I'm thinking that more agile fighting is -- [Diplomacy, diplomacy...] Not playing to your strengths.

[very_goodman]

Yeah, no kidding.

[Barry scratches at his cheek, letting out a small huff.]

So what's the solution for that?

[mithrarin]

What about armor? [That's his first thought, as quick as if he'd known it all along.] For a style like mine it'd just get in the way, but it ought to work fine for you.

[very_goodman]

Armor, huh? Yeah, that makes sense. Guess I gotta look into that sometime.

[mithrarin]

Now seems like the best time. Someone around here might be able to help. I haven't seen a lot of it, but... [Well, he hasn't been looking, which might be all the explanation needed.]

[very_goodman]

Can't hurt to take a look. Thanks for the tip, man.

[Barry smiles, holding out his hand for a shake.]

Barry Goodman.

[mithrarin]

Dust.

[Dust hesitates a moment before awkwardly passing his training weapon to his other hand, then reaching out to shake Barry's. He just... isn't used to not holding a weapon.]

My god is Takumi.

[very_goodman]

[Barry's grip is strong and confident, as you might expect.]

Nice meetin' ya, Dust. I'm gonna go look for that armor, and maybe try this again.

[mithrarin]

[Dust nods -- a slight motion of his head, but the hat makes it look far more dramatic.] Let me know once you've refined those moves a bit. I'd like to see what you come up with.

[very_goodman]

Yeah, definitely. Thanks for the tips.