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

[plight_of_the_navigator]

Really! I definitely think you've found the right weapon. It seems to be coming like second nature to you.

[thevanguard]

That's good, right?

[ This whole new start thing is really confusing and overwhemling still. But at least his god seemed... nice? He flicks another sideways glance at her, shifting from one foot to the other in an unconscious show of nerves. ]

I, uh, don't know how good I am at... anything, really. But I'll try my best. They didn't tell me a lot about what I'm supposed to be doing, though, other than being useful to you.

[plight_of_the_navigator]

Of course it is!

[She leaves that at that, and allows herself a few moments before trying to respond to his other statement-- about being useful. She knows what he means but... it rubs her wrong. Really wrong.

First she'll maintain the cheer though.]

I appreciate that! If you want to help then we'll get along great.

[And then, just slightly, her enthusiasm softens, and her tone, while remaining warm, becomes more serious.]

But you know, I would like to be clear on one thing... 'Use' is a banned word for how we work together. People weren't meant to be tools.

[thevanguard]

[ Yata looks a little surprised by that, blinking at her for a moment before glancing around the Training Center, as if he were waiting to see if this was a joke. ]

Uhh, really? Because that's not... what they made it sound like? Isn't that why I'm here?

[plight_of_the_navigator]

[Yeah, that just about is how they made it sound. It's still bullshit if you ask her.]

...Is that what you want for yourself?

[thevanguard]

[ This conversation isn't going at all how he expected a meeting with his god to go. ]

....I get a say in that? I mean... I don't know? I haven't really had time to think about it.

[plight_of_the_navigator]

[That's progress at least.]

...I can't speak for what they intended for you. But I'm telling you here and now, I'm not participating in any system of oppression. If you're willing to fight beside me, I'll gladly welcome your help. And if you ever want to leave, tell me. I'll release you, no strings attached.

[thevanguard]

[ He blinks at her a moment, still surprised, but he doesn't actually object to any of that. Which is why he just shrugs, accepting, and holds his hand out to her with a hint of a rueful grin. ]

Alright. Deal. I can work with that.

Wrap!

[plight_of_the_navigator]

[Nami smiles back and shakes the offered hand. A team-up it is.]