May Training

[godsoffortune]

Who: Everyone
What: Information and Training
When: July 15
Where: Bishamon's temple, the Far Shore
Summary: Training and informational sessions for newly arrived gods (although there's none this time) and shinki



The product of many meetings and recommendations, at last it has taken shape. On this day, in anticipation of the new arrivals who appear in a recognized pattern, Heaven has partnered with the new gods and shinki to organize a very helpful informational reception.

The shinki arriving at heaven's meeting hall are, should they allow it, guided kindly towards Bishamon's temple. And in that vast complex they are brought to a traditional-style dojo.
Here the newly arrived gods are gathered, so finding their partner is more simple. The gods and shinki are free to take their time during this day to learn about the aspects of their new life from Amaterasu's shinki, or from the many veteran new god and shinki volunteers.




God Training

Bishamon herself, as well as Amaterasu's ever-present shinki and any volunteering gods, will be the foremost source of information regarding being a god and what is expected of them, such as prayers. It is encouraged that gods group up together to practice what they've learned and discuss their ideologies.
Newly arrived gods are still expected to communicate to their shinki the information* they themselves get oriented with when they arrive.

Shinki Training

Various volunteers are stationed around the building, passing out helpful informational pamphlets. There are many shinki, including Bishamon's and Amaterasu's, who will be more than happy to train in using the borderline and some of the basics of what is expected of a shinki. It is encouraged that shinki group up together to practice what they've learned and discuss their ideologies.
Bishamon's lead shinki Kazuma offers a lecture to new arrivals that will thoroughly cover some essential points about teamwork with both shinki and other gods.

Physical Training

The dojo is stocked with a wide variety of practice weapons, traditional and modern. There are volunteers here as well, willing to assist in basic training. (Or even more advanced sparring, depending on the volunteer.) Essential for gods who, for example, find themselves with a sword shinki but are at risk of cutting off their own toes.
Also useful for veteran new gods wishing to train with their current partner shinki.

Rest and Refreshments

There is a garden off the dojo that is free to be used for rest and conversation.
Should anyone wander outside the designated area, some shinki of Bishamon's will attach themselves to them and not leave them be until they return to the dojo.

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 just taking a quick break to cool down. Even hand towels are provided by Bishamon's helpful shinki. The Heavens wants everyone to stay in good condition!

In Summary:

• Get all the information you can handle
• Veteran new gods and shinki are welcome to volunteer showing the ropes
• Get in some training
• Don't get dehydrated
• Spectate if you want
• Have fun~

Comments

[leapinglizard]

[Rude, Zeno, there's nothing polite about that.]

I should hope they're always just. Even if I'm only a shinki, I wouldn't stand for anything else.

[eternalshield]

[Zeno quietly chuckles, and for once, explains himself more thoroughly. He wants Jae-Ha's eyes and ears to be open.]

Different meanings of 'always.' It isn't so much that gods act justly always, but every act is always just.

[He pauses, trying to emphasize the point.]

Every one. Always.

[He smiles, as if to add, 'no matter what.']

[leapinglizard]

[He narrows his eyes curiously. It doesn't quite resonate with him, but it does pique his interest.]

I'm not sure I follow you.

[eternalshield]

That is to say, if one of these gods were to swat you with a broomstick, by their logic, that is just, because a god is always just.

[He pauses so that can sink in.]

Luckily, Zeno has not met a god quite that petty [Yet.]

[leapinglizard]

[One eye squints a little further. Ah.]

Their perception of what's just doesn't make it true-- but it's good to hear you haven't heard of any abuses of power.

[At least that's the way he's made it sound. Jae-Ha isn't quite willing to believe those abuses don't happen, though.]

[eternalshield]

It doesn't make it true. But if they believe it is, who will tell them otherwise?

[He never stops smiling, but...]

That is to say, who can make them listen? It would have to be their shinki, whose sense of right and wrong is more... human.

[leapinglizard]

And are there many gods who value what their shinki have to say, or are you and Yona-chan in the minority?

[He's honestly curious, though his tone speaks heavily of doubt.]

[eternalshield]

No one is all one way all the time...!

[Human nature is to be fickle, and gods have more leeway in that regard.]

There are those who want to protect the shinki from bad gods. But Zeno believes this to be the sort of thing that you will have to see for yourself, and not be told about. Like anything between two people, what happens where they can be seen isn't always what happens where they can't be.

[leapinglizard]

You do make an excellent point.

[Even without his memories intact, that much resonates as being true.]

I suppose I'll find the answer for myself soon enough. Thank you for your help today, all the same.

[eternalshield]

[Zeno bows deep, bending right at the waist.]

It's good of you to listen! Don't be afraid to find Zeno if you need more of it.

[...does the wistful hope that he will come through? No matter. Zeno can find him always and wherever, if Jae-Ha will not find him first.]

want to wrap up? <3

[leapinglizard]

I'll certainly keep that in mind.

[He certainly isn't about to cast aside an offer of aid-- even he's not that proud.]

sure

[eternalshield]

Yay! That makes it a promise!

[Nothing would make him happier, truly. He offers a whirl of a bow, but doesn't want to press his welcome. But he blesses his good fortune, not only to spend more time with Jae-Ha despite his all-too-soon death, but to have him with Yona, as well. He'd already trusted Yona with the children's happiness, and in this place, that's all the more important.]