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

[justclaws]

Hakuryuu Kija - though Kija is fine. You called me that before.

[Is last time around off-limits? He cannot be sure...

[But there is no harm, surely, in giving his name, in telling Omi something that means nothing at all. Perhaps it is fortunate that they had not been more intimate back when Omi's past was his own, to share or hide as he saw fit: fortunate, that he knew so little of what Omi's life had been before.]

And you must not apologize. You mustn't, Omi. You are not to blame for any of this. It is the Gods of this world who should be sorry, and this place which is at fault. Never yourself.

[oneblackcat]

[Well now he's really confused. Should he be resisting these thoughts or shouldn't he? But he can't deny it's a heartening thing to hear and it endears him to Kija to get such validation, a sentiment written all over his face as he looks back at him.

And now that he's less caught up in revelations of prior time here and anguish over his missing identity, some of the details of this new old friend penetrate superficial observation to conscious notice. How brilliantly and uniformly white he is, with silvery hair and pristine garments and vibrant blue-green eyes. And a right hand that is almost certainly not human. It's even whiter than the rest of him, with long talon-like nails and Omi doesn't dare look directly at it for fear of causing discomfort or being rude but he thinks it's even covered with scales instead of skin.

What on Earth happened? Did he lose his original arm and undergo an unconventional surgery for a replacement? Genetic mutation? The name Hakuryuu, was it a title he'd earned? A label he'd been assigned? Whatever the case, Omi couldn't imagine that the story of that arm was a happy one. And the last thing he wants to do is bring up a painful memory, especially when Kija has been nothing but polite and empathetic.

So instead he says:]

Kija... Thank you. I know it must be strange to hear from your side, but it's nice to meet you. And I'm glad to know that we were friends before.