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

[he_smol]

I'd only gone by what had been outlined in the handouts given to new shinki.

[ There's a tilt of his head though at the second question. ]

Thinking about...? Nothing, to be perfectly honest. Is there something I should visualize?

[ Maybe that's why it wasn't working... ]

[reformedsinner]

I'm glad to know that they describe it well, then.

[He flashes the -- boy? No, he doesn't look that young, even though he's of small stature -- a quick smile.]

In part. The key to successfully casting a borderline is focusing your thoughts on the desire to exclude a threat. I find that disgust and rejection are useful emotions to help you summon the borderline at first....

... in fact, it helps if you're casting it against something in particular.

[Hakkai taps a finger on his chin.]

Imagine a disgusting threat. For instance, a zombie!

[he_smol]

[ His age is easily gleaned from his hands. They're adult hands, totally lacking the soft pudginess a child's would have. It's these hands he's looking at as if trying to figure out where he's getting it wrong.

But he does look back up at Hakkai when he mentions emotions... imagining a disgusting threat. ]

I take it this borderline is used as a defensive measure?

[ That makes things easier to think about. At least now he knows what it's for. That makes putting intent into the motion definitely easier than mindlessly slashing so--- ]

LINE!

[ Cue momentary surprise as he scrutinizes the barrier. ]

Is this really enough to keep anything back..?

[reformedsinner]

Oh, well done. And yes, it is, but you'll need to keep your concentration intact to keep it up.

[He adds, thoughtfully:] And they do break under enough force. It should grow stronger with practice, though.

[he_smol]

[ He does nod, attention on the barrier as he scrutinizes it. ]

I didn't think such a thing possible but the fact I'm here now should be enough to tell me to expect the unexpected.

[ Magic exists... who knew? But he does pause, looking back up at Hakkai. ]

And who do I have to thank for this assistance?

[reformedsinner]

Cho Hakkai. [He bows politely.] I've been asked to carry out the duties of the god Li Tieguai during my stay here.

[That's not exactly the way they put it, but since he's has no desire to be a real god....]

[he_smol]

[ Oh! A god! There's a bow right back. ]

A pleasure to make your acquaintance. My name is Heine Wittgenstein, shinki to Idaten... though I've yet to meet them. I wouldn't suppose you'd know who I must look out for?

[reformedsinner]

Idaten... no, I'm afraid I'm not acquainted with that god. It's possible that he or she is a new arrival.

[He frowns thoughtfully.]

You may want to ask one of Bishamon's shinki, or Amaterasu's. Since they guide new arrivals here, they should be able to at least describe your god to you.