August Training

[godsoffortune]

Who: Everyone
What: Information and Training
When: August 15
Where: Bishamon's temple, the Far Shore
Summary: Training and informational sessions for newly arrived gods and shinki



In anticipation of the latest round of new arrivals, Heaven has partnered with the new gods and shinki to organize a very helpful informational reception.

Gods and shinki arriving at heaven's meeting hall are, should they allow it, guided kindly towards Bishamon's temple. In that vast complex they are brought to a traditional-style dojo. The gods and shinki are free to take their time during this day to learn about the details of their new life from Amaterasu's shinki or from the many veteran new god and shinki volunteers.




God Training

Unfortunately, Bishamon is away on business today, but her shinki as well as Amaterasu's ever-present shinki and any volunteering gods will offer 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 receive as orientation 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 as well as offering a lecture on the basics of what is expected of a shinki and the importance of teamwork with other shinki and with gods. It is encouraged that shinki group up together to practice what they've learned and discuss their ideologies.

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.) This is vital for gods who, for example, find themselves with a sword shinki but are at risk of cutting off their own toes.
It's 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

[freezetheheavens]

You would think that'd be the case, but sometimes it isn't so.

[challengesfate]

What do you mean...?

[To her, this is like. Fighting 101. The more you fight alongside someone, the deeper your bonds grow, the better you work together. Why wouldn't others do the same?]

[freezetheheavens]

I'm saying that you can never know for sure if they trust you or they're waiting for a moment to strike you.

[A pause.]

I apologize. I didn't mean to insinuate anything too bad with that.

[challengesfate]

...No...no, that is sound logic.

[But she would rather not doubt her shinki. He'd been brought to this world with nothing but his name - it reminds her of her Mother, waking up in a field without any idea of what was up or down when she first met Father. In good faith, Lucina cannot scorn someone like that who had been put into her care on account of maybes and what ifs.]

Has that...happened often, here?

[freezetheheavens]

[His own expression seems kind of closed off.]

No, but there are...whispers of it. In any case, don't think about it too much. So far, people have been amiable; my only suggestion is to proceed with caution when it comes to potential enemies.

[Sorry Lucina. He's a pessimist.]

[challengesfate]

[Yeah that's weird...but the last thing Lucina needs is to make enemies when so much is unfamiliar. She nods, her jaw set firmly.]

Alright. Thank you, then - for the advice. I'll be sure to keep my eyes open.

[freezetheheavens]

[A semblance of a nod and then his expression clears.]

Have you met anyone else who's managed to told you anything about this place?

[challengesfate]

Not quite yet. I imagine there is more to know...what else is important, in your opinion?

[freezetheheavens]

Knowledge of the old gods. You might see one of them appear a few times, but so far, it's undecided how they actually feel about us.

[challengesfate]

The old gods...as in, the ones native to this land, I assume. [A pause.] Tell me, do you happen to know if one is named Naga?

[freezetheheavens]

Naga. [He repeats the name slowly.

Then he shakes his head.] I haven't heard of Naga yet. The ones I know of are Raijin, Suijin, and Fuujin, along with Amaterasu.

[challengesfate]

Then she truly may not be here...

[There's a quiet sort of crestfallen that comes over Lucina's expression. Part of her had clung to just a little hope...but it can't be helped, can it?]

I have not heard of any pantheon with such Gods, but I suppose I must learn of them now, if we are to live alongside them.

[freezetheheavens]

Someone from your world?

[A bit of an apologetic look.]

I've yet to meet Raijin or Fuujin, but Suijin may likely reach out to you or run into you at certain times.

[challengesfate]

A God native to my world. More for the manakete, but...Naga watches over humanity as well.

[Naga had done so much for her, was so incredibly powerful...to think she may not reside in a land of gods is almost saddening.]

Suijin would? Is there a reason why?

[freezetheheavens]

It wouldn't be surprising if Naga would eventually find themselves here, but I've yet to hear of the god.

[He pauses, thinking.]

...She's more open to talking with the new gods and shinki to find a way to forge amiable relationships with them.

[challengesfate]

Is that so?

[That could either be very beneficial...or it has roots in something else. Lucina will keep it in mind.]

I suppose if I am here very long, I will meet her eventually.

[freezetheheavens]

[A dip of his head.]

But other than that, I have nothing else to tell you.

[challengesfate]

It's more than I knew before. [She dips her head in return.] And for that, you have my gratitude.

[freezetheheavens]

Give me your gratitude if the information I've given you has managed to help you any during your stay here.

[challengesfate]

...Very well, then. I shall hold it in reserve.

[I mean if you insist.]

[freezetheheavens]

[Sorry for the grumpy tiny god.]

..In any case, I'll allow you to familiarize yourself with the area. If you need me, you can find my name under Kuraokami in the contacts.

[challengesfate]

Alright. Is that your name, or...a title?

[freezetheheavens]

That's my title here.

[challengesfate]

Ah. So you are a God, then, correct?

[freezetheheavens]

I am.

[He raises an eyebrow at her.]

And I assume the same for you?