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

[darkestbefore]

[ She's not sure.

But she doesn't let that show, just nodding her head to show she is. She'll make sure she is, for him. ]

Yes. Very well then, [ Yona takes a deep breath, settling her own nerves as she recalls the words she'd learned upon first arriving, even if she'd never anticipated using them like this.

She even knew just the right name that would be perfect for him. ]

Grasping thy true name, I bind thee here. With borrowed name, I dub thee my servant. Hak answers, Rai to sound. Come, Raiki.

[thethunderbeast]

[Raiki... Good name. His smile hitches wider, and before he has time to say it or anything out loud, Hak feels his entire body stiffen as the kanji etches itself onto the left side of his chest like a tattoo, and he opens his robe enough to reveal it before he takes on his vessel form, disappearing into a bright flash of light.

Into Yona's hands falls a bow - it's a simple one, nothing too intricate, carved of fine yew. The string is as taut as it should be, and attached to the top of the bow are three blue feathers that rustle in the wind.]

Not bad... for a god.

[When he opens his eyes at last, he finds himself in a giant, seemingly infinite white space. He feels energized, more awake and alert than before, like electricity is coursing through him. It's kind of exhilarating.]

[darkestbefore]

[ She catches the bow as it falls into her hands, fingers clutching automatically to steady it before holding it up, testing the weight and the balance of it. It resembles the bow she'd had at home, the one he'd given her, but already she can tell this one is much lighter and finer.

She smiles as she reaches out to brush her fingertips against the feather adornment, recognizing them easily, even if it's been years since Hak wore them. ]

Oh, this will be perfect. Thank you, Hak.

[ The use of his name is the word that break the transformation, reversing the spell that summons his shinki form, but with his name given and his form confirmed, she'd rather have him back at her side at the moment instead. ]

[thethunderbeast]

[Well, it's not like he wouldn't have minded staying there a little longer, but when he returns to normal, he rolls his head side to side to stretch out his neck. His hand wraps around his robe and he moves it aside to get a better look at the kanji on his chest - odd place for it but whatever.

He smiles wide at Yona.]

Looks pretty cool.

[darkestbefore]

[ She laughs, leaning in to peer at the kanji engraved in his flesh now, cheeks flushed slightly. ]

It does. I think it fits you perfectly. [ Which has her straightening again to glance up at him, meeting his gaze with a smile. ]

There's one more matter I have to see to before we can leave, another shinki that will potentially be joining us, but then, if you're ready, I can escort you back to my temple, where you'll be staying,

[thethunderbeast]

[He falls silent again, lowering his head in a slow, curt nod. The sparkle in his eyes darkens into something more serious... protective.]

Do you need me to come with you?

[darkestbefore]

[ There's a flicker of surprise before she breaks into a smile once more, this one more genuine than the others. She reaches out, laying a hand on his arm as she shakes her head. ]

No. Not just now. I think this is something I need to approach him alone for. But thank you. In the meantime, you can finish your nap or train with some of the other shinki here, if you like. Some of them are quite talented, from what I've seen.

[thethunderbeast]

I've had enough for one day. Come get me when you're done.

[He nudges his arm away from her hand and lowers himself back into his spot on the grass, resting his head comfortably against his arms again beneath the tree. If going at it alone was what she wanted, who was he to stop her?]

Try not to cause too much trouble without me.

[darkestbefore]

[ She smiles brightly at his warning, laughing. ]

I'll try my best, but I'm making no promises. I'll come find you when I'm finished, so we can go home.

[thethunderbeast]

[He doesn't say anything in response, only giving her a raised eyebrow that should do most of the talking for him. He holds it long enough to make sure that she sees it before plucking his towel off the ground and dropping it onto his face.

He'll be here when you get back.]