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

[genkireaper]

[ It's both bizarre and flashy. At least it is when you fly around like Botan does. Then again, it makes a lot more sense if you related reapers with Charon, what with guiding souls down rivers. ]

I'll be sure to keep that in mind. It's a shame, too. I was just getting the hang of improving the borderline with my spirit energy, too.

[reformedsinner]

I'm sure it won't be long.

... And you'll have to show me that trick, once you can. [Not that he can cast a borderline any longer, but he has enough control of his energy that he might be able to give other shinki advice.]

[genkireaper]

Oh, certainly! As long as I can pick right back where I left off here, I'll be sure to do that. It's really quite easy, or at least the concept is simple enough.

[ She needs to catch up and surpass Chikusa, just to keep him from breaking her borderlines again. ]

[reformedsinner]

Changing gods doesn't affect your borderline skills, so you should be able to.

[He pauses, and then bows.] I look forward to it. But I won't keep you.

[genkireaper]

In that case, I'll be sure to find you when I've found and settled with a new god.

[ She can't let someone down if they're looking forward to a good show, right? Raising her hand in a friendly farewell, Botan flies off to make sure she even has her things still. ]