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

[redmare]

[..That definitely looked strange minus the actual throwing. She points to herself]

Want me to flip you over?

[goingbananas]

[ He beams at her, with the smile of the unintentional masochist. ]

I’d be grateful~

[redmare]

[...That's not exactly the best choice of words, but Chinatsu doesn't say anything about it. She just pauses for a moment.]

Uh...sure.

Can you teach me how to throw, through?

[goingbananas]

[ Hey, she looks strong. He can’t help it! ]

Sure, just grab me over here— [ indicating the necessary grab spots for a judo flip, he gives her a quick demonstration of the move, before concluding with— ] —and then just keep my weight on your shoulders when you throw me!

[redmare]

[Chinatsu watches his movements, then nods.]

So...

[She gets in position and grips him.]

Like this?

[As instructed, she keeps his height on her shoulder as she pulls. Flipping him towards the floor.]

[goingbananas]

[ And he kicks off the floor with his feet to help with the momentum, falling onto his back with an unprecedented yelp when he finds himself lying face up at her, every part of his body (predictably) sore.

Then he chuckles. ]

Not bad! I’m glad I ran into a pretty strong training partner.

[redmare]

[Chinatsu stared back down at him in awe, her hair falling down around the sides of her face. She didn't expect it to feel like this...it was..kind of exhilarating. But wait, she should probably pay attention to how painful that sounded.]

Are you okay?!

[goingbananas]

Just a little sore. [ Okay, he feels incredibly sore, but with the face she’s making he figures he might as well downplay it a little.

It’s probably telling that he hasn’t bothered to lift himself off the floor yet, though. Just give him a moment while he stalls for time— ]

Hey, you wanna hang out after this?

[redmare]

[He's still not getting up. Is that okay? Is it safe to move him? She continues to stare down at him at his question.]

........Sure, I guess...

[Not like she had anything planned.]

Do I need to call for help or..?

[goingbananas]

Nah, I’m fine. [ Just a bit unused to the real thing, is all. Geez, this is what he gets for slacking off all the damn time. But he finally sits up, none the worse for wear despite certain parts of his body still tingling from the impact. ]

I don’t plan on hanging out with you inside a hospital; don’t worry.