July Training

[godsoffortune]

Who: Everyone
What: Information and Training
When: August 5
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

[papillonprincess]

[ Her eyes deceive her for a moment. That shade of hair... glasses... his voice... but all it takes is a shake of her head. No. This isn't Rei. His build's all wrong and that hair's the wrong shade.

Besides... he's introduced himself as someone else, hasn't he?

So she'll offer him a smile back, adjusting the towel over her shoulders and tucking a strand of hair that had fallen loose from her ponytail off her face. ]

Idaten... a rather fitting god given your name.

[ Well... he seems to mean well. Maybe he'll make a fine god. ]

You've just arrived, haven't you? I'm no god but I can do what I can to answer any questions you might have, Tenya-kun.

KEEP GOING

[papillonprincess]

[ Ironic or fitting? It is a mystery. Though while he does bear certain similarities to a certain other someone, she knows it won't do making comparisons no matter how subconsciously she does it.

The question though is unexpected. Practical... but unexpected. ]

I suppose it helps to have a shinki you can get along with... someone you can trust instead of see as an unnecessary burden. Though I don't think you'll have that problem. You seem like a rather capable boy.

[papillonprincess]

Not at all. You're already well on your way.

[ Class rep, meet Student Council VP... if... she actually remembered she was VP.

But she does hum softly in thought. Other suggestions... ]

I've gone through... three gods by now. None of them were the same so not every bit of advice may work. But it might be important to consider what your shinki might want. Some shinki might be comfortable with combat, others might not. It's all the luck of the draw.

[papillonprincess]

[ Another chuckle, this one soft with the barest hint of sadness in her eyes. What a proper boy... almost like her Rei. Far more formal... but there are slight similarities. ]

Kuroyukihime. Named by the god Hermes. A pleasure to make your acquaintance.

[ Have the smallest polite bow of her head back. ]

[papillonprincess]

I am. He seems a little younger than I am but you quickly learn not to assume things like that here.

[ After all, lookit Amaterasu. ]

Have you met your shinki?

[papillonprincess]

[ Behind the fourth wall, she is well aware of her father being a terrible man. ]

Heaven provided them to make sure no god is without a shinki. They're... somewhat invaluable if you're going against an ayakashi.

Though I assume a boy like yourself knows how to fight, yes?

[ Given his body... aaaaaand cue accidental elevator eyes. Totally not meaning to check him out there. ]