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

[trademark_skull]

It won't be easy going back to cheery after seeing that, but he will try. Talk about an emotional whiplash.

"I-I'm Emizel, the current stand in for Thanatos. But...maybe you already knew that," he held the scythe steadily in front of him. With the height and all it was likely blocking his face. "I am a reaper demon back home, so this is my scythe. I don't...really get to use it often. I like casting magic on my staff instead. But now that I'm here, I figured I should practice on both."

Not going to mention that another god kicked his butt either. No shinki is going to want to be his shinki if they knew he was that weak...

[leapingchuu]

Yeah, sorry Emi. For what it was worth, Viktor would be devastated if he knew. But since he didn't, he was kind of dumb.

"A reaper demon!? How cool!! What exactly does that entail, do you help the newly departed souls make their way to heaven or hell?"

Yeah, evidently he had a bit of a mythology interest. So sue him.

And pfffft, as if Viktor would care. He honestly hated fighting and would much rather have just challenged people in some other way. Losing in a fight didn't lessen his opinion any.

[trademark_skull]

"That's kinda the gist of it, yeah," he doesn't sound completely confident, but that's probably because there's a bit more to it. Still, it's a pretty solid run down.

"I don't pass the judgement on them, but I make sure they get to it. There's a lot of souls that don't want to pass on so willingly. Can't say I blame them. It can happen at any moments' notice and when it does, you can't reverse it."

But...Maybe all the shinki know that better than anyone. Uhhhh, hey-- let's change the subject.

"But-- that means you can transform into something right?? What is it? Is it anything cool??" he is genuinely excited to find out.