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

[diehardreaper]

[ He's grateful for the fact they get along - as far as shenanigans are concerned at least. But goodness does he have stories to tell. ]

To start, there's murder afoot. Some wretch has been going about, picking off our lot.

[ A small frown as he glances at the group of shinki, taking notice of a girl with long black hair who seems too busy with a foil to notice them. ]

One of the latest victims was my shinki. Poor Hime. Heartbroken over his death, she was.

[untodeath]

Really.

[ Lips coiling into a profane sort of grin, she'll idly draw her finger along the folds in Ronald's sleeve. Really, she can't help it. ]

Have you any idea who might be behind such a thing?

[diehardreaper]

[ Pls don't get turned on at the thought of murder... ]

Haven't the slightest... but we're on it.

[ There's the oddest determination in his eyes, like he's keenly motivated in a way he's never been before. ]

Though you might've appreciated the artistry in the blighter's handiwork. Looked like art for art's sake if you get my drift.

[untodeath]

[ Sorry, Ronald, but you absolutely aren't helping to negate that.

Humming with intrigue, she glances over to the younger reaper. ]

Don't think you'll leave me out of it, now. Tell me, what did they do?

[diehardreaper]

[ Yeah, he knew she'd appreciate that bit. ]

Prolly better if you read it for yourself rather'n me telling you.

[ He fishes his phone out of his pocket and brings up the article that went up the day after the murder before handing it to her to peruse. ]

[untodeath]

Oh?

[ Reaching to accept the phone with her free hand, she raises the screen to read over, humming with contemplation and intrigue alike, as she hits the juicy details. ]

They've kept themselves busy, haven't they? [ Offering the phone back to the other, Grell raises a brow. ] I find it interesting that no two murders were alike. It seems as though this may have been done for entertainment value, above all else.

[diehardreaper]

S'what it's looking like. Blighter's been targeting shinki that go about alone, s'far as we've noticed.

[ Plucking the phone from her hand before locking it and slipping it back into his pocket. ]

Awful busy he's been. Still at large too. Don't suppose I could ask for a second pair of eyes to keep a lookout -- just in case?

[ Aww lookit your junior being all responsible... ]

[untodeath]

Ah, I may not have to. Should there be another victim, all we'd have to do is take a look at their record.

[ Oh, the prospect of getting use out of her chainsaw again is an EXCITING one! Grell's positively beaming. ]

[diehardreaper]

Never had the chance to, really. Might have something to that... if I ever do get me scythe back to begin with.

[ He does miss the old girl. It's been so long... ]

That'd be awful. Lose everything in one go'n you show up. Half expecting Mister Spears and me scythe to come along next.

[ But surely fate can't be that cruel, right, puppy? ]

[untodeath]

That would be awful, you say? I'm flattered.

[ There's a touch of wicked satisfaction to that smile, though! Maybe she knows something that he doesn't~. ]

[diehardreaper]

Awful, yeah... someone once told me that you've to lose before you gain..

[ And a pause as he ruffles his hair. ]

I lose Rei and Kimihiro in the span of a ruddy week'n now you're back. Not for nothing but losing that much, there'd better be an awful lot of retribution in store or I'm leading a bloody revolt.

[untodeath]

[ Grell's expression softens to a sympathetic smile - but only for a moment, as she tugs the younger reaper's arm encouragingly. ]

I suppose this is your lucky day, rather.

[diehardreaper]

[ blink.

blink stare.

headtilt. ]

Lucky day, eh? Could use a bit of that to be honest.

[untodeath]

Would you like me to spoil the surprise, or should I just show you?

[ Glancing over the shinki training grounds, Grell shrugs. ]

They'll be around, after all.

[diehardreaper]

[ ....he's a smart boy. He can put two and two together. But it's more out of disbelief that he still doesn't just outright say it.

He's silent a moment though before he speaks again. ]

...can't be.