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

[verde]

[ The reaction the other receives is defensive. Shoulders immediately tense as she looks up at this person. There is no recollection in Pidge's eyes as she shakes her head.

It's natural for her to block people out, so she tries not to react to someone saying her name. However, the fact that she's avoiding eye contact makes it clear she's lying. ]

Must be someone else..

[yousaytron]

[No, hey, don't look away like that! Let him get a better look at your face!!]

Hey, you disappeared for so long, what happened? [He's clearly not at all deterred by the defensive stance and dismissive reply, and while he does sound awfully shocked, he is, really, mostly relieved.]

[verde]

[ Though PIdge was a little freaked out this guy knew her, the relief in his tone made her think that maybe she had seen him before? She couldn't recall him at all, though. ]

I...This is my first time here.

[yousaytron]

No, you were definitely-

[And here, he cuts himself off. Pidge was absolutely here before, but... maybe coming back after leaving means the same kind of memory-reset all shinki receive upon waking up here...? So, Pidge really would have no idea who he is.]

I'm - [Sorry for the mix-up?] Keith. [Oh okay that works too. Is he supposed to say 'nice to meet you' here or something? Is this whole situation awkward enough without it?]

[verde]

[ Pidge seems to be okay with the awkwardness; in someway, it was a relief to know someone else felt the same. ]

PIdge, but I guess you already knew that.

[ There was a pause before she stuck her hand out. ]

[yousaytron]

Yeah.

[Dude no this conversation is a disaster, put a little more effort into mitigating the awkwardness at least somewhat.]

Did you... just get here?

[He feels like he would have noticed Pidge's return sooner if that weren't the case, but, uh, it feels kind of like a good way to fix the conversation? Sort of? Hopefully.]