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

[reformedsinner]

Yes, you may have to be careful until then.

[He chuckles, straightening to his full height again. Perhaps a more dangerous attack against someone above ground, but from the depth of the scorches, it might be startling and painful rather than fatal.

Interesting nonetheless.]

Or at least cast it only in the direction of your targets, not your allies.

[demonsheath]

[ At least that's the best assessment with a first time, completely untrained use of the power. It's not like this was Hakkai's first time seeing a demon use fire in the first place, so he had a base to go off of. ]

I'll be sure to keep that in mind. Hopefully this abandoned temple that you've been using is fireproof enough to take advantage of?

[ Just the picture of consideration, isn't she? ]

[reformedsinner]

It is mostly concrete, but I'd appreciate if you kept your practice sessions out in the courtyard until you're sure it won't burn anything down!

It would make quite a mess, after all.

[He doesn't charge for use of the facilities... but he's definitely going to bill for damages.]

[demonsheath]

[ If it was mostly concrete, it'd be quite impressive if she managed to cause too much damage, save for coloring the walls with burns. ]

We wouldn't want to be causing messes, after all.

[ One dressed like a maid most definitely wouldn't try anything of the sort. ]

The weather looks to be nice enough to practice outside until I have a better understanding of these abilities.

[reformedsinner]

The weather has been remarkably pleasant, yes. I'm sure it'll serve you well!

[He bows politely.] And I do look forward to seeing you there.

[demonsheath]

I'll look forward to the guidance.

[ Of course this leads to her returning the bow. With these two, it could turn into a loop of polite gestures and words if nothing is done. ]

Of course, I appreciate all of the knowledge that you've shared with me so far.

[reformedsinner]

I'm honored by the opportunity to share my humble knowledge.

[This could turn into a bowing competition, but, Hakkai reflects, entertaining as that would be he has other things to do. He doesn't bow again, instead smiling and tilting his head slightly in the direction of the gods' meeting area.]

But I'm afraid there are some other things that I should do here before finishing for the day; I do look forward to meeting you again.

[demonsheath]

Then please, do not let me keep you here any longer.

[ Seeing as he's apparently able to recognize when they were able to get in a loop. There's no reason to hold him for much longer- though Hannah has learned quite a bit already. ]

Should I be allowed to in the future, we'll most certainly meet again. If I'm not, then I suppose I'll have to get creative.

[reformedsinner]

I have faith in your creativity.

[What a very interesting woman.

Hakkai smiles and turns to go.]