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001 | The Welcoming Feast
Who: Everyone!
What: A little bit of explanation, thank goodness.
When: Early morning. (February 15, 2016)
Where: The Heavens. Specifically in the Meeting Hall.
Warnings: Exposition is coming your way, sit back and enjoy the show!
The Heavens have summoned you. And there is no way to turn down a summons from the Heavens. Of course, some of you know where you are and what you are probably doing here, but most of you might be completely confused as to what is going on. All gods have been ushered into the meeting hall, where every person suddenly becomes anonymous and obscured, while every shinki has been gathered up outside in the hallway, both sets to listen to the same message sent by Amaterasu herself. And while you cannot see her properly or really figure out what her voice sounds like, you definitely know that it's her speaking:
'Welcome, one and all, to Takamagahara. There are many new gods and shinki here today, and I hope you all find your stay pleasant. I wish that I could explain to you exactly why you find yourselves here now, but I am unsure of the details myself. Please make use of the shinki dedicated to our services in order to make yourself more acquainted with your new position. You can find them by looking for my golden insignia.
As compensation for the trouble you are all being put through, I have had a wonderful feast prepared. I only hope that it is to your liking. Feel free to eat and drink as much as you would like, though please do not leave before the clock chimes midnight, for that is when your homes will be prepared.
I ask that all pre-existing gods please help those new to our ways. Let them know what is and is not acceptable and what duties will be expected of them. I am counting on your all to support the Heavens in this confusing time as we attempt to sort things out.
Thank you all for your time. And I am truly sorry that you have found yourselves in this situation.
With that, the figure that is Amaterasu bows deeply and disappears from their sights. The gods are released from their chamber and the shinki are allowed to roam. All exits are manned by a white-clad shinki, bearing a golden, embroidered Chrysanthemum on their chests. So, technically, there is no way out. You can't even seem to teleport out by any means.
All that's really left to do is enjoy the food and hope that you'll actually be able to leave after the clock chimes midnight. Though the clock doesn't seem to work on a minute-by-minute basis either...
Banquet Hall
There is food from literally every culture and walk of life here. Everything is prepared gorgeously and deliciously, no expenses spared. There are shinki bearing the Chrysanthemum carrying out new platters of everything as it's eaten up and nothing seems to go hot or cold as time passes - it always at the perfect temperature for eating and it never tastes anything but delicious. Maybe there's a little magic making it taste so good...
On top of the delectable dinner, there are plenty of desserts and every kind of alcohol available and constantly being refilled. The liquor is being offered to gods and shinki alike, no matter how old they are/look. Let's hope that you can hold your alcohol.
Counselling
In the main hallway, there is an innocuous door with a small, nicely written sign that reads "Gentle Counselling". Inside the door is a small room with a few sweetly smiling shinki inside who are willing to listen to your problems and answer any questions you might have. They are also here to help out any gods that are having a hard time dealing with knowing about how their shinki died and also any shinki that is having trouble coming to terms with the fact that they are dead.
Did Someone Say Games?
A large room connected to the back of the banquet hall has a wide variety of games set up for everyone to enjoy. There are old-fashioned board games (like chess and Othello) as well as newer ones (like Candy Land and Sorry!). On top of that, there is every kind of console available with every video game ever made - and plenty of handheld devices for everyone to be able to play. The devices don't seem to work outside of this room, though, so you'll have to stay there if you want to keep playing. Gaming is, after all, a great way to get to know new people!
After Midnight
Finally, the clock starts to chime. It seems like it's been days and yet only minutes at the same time. Time seems to work so strangely here in Takamagahara and it's hard to keep up with what's going on. But now that the shinki guarding the doors have left their posts, you are more than welcome to leave. In fact, the Heavens seem to want you to leave because all of the food has disappeared, none of the games work anymore (including the board games, which keep flipping over when you try to play...), and the friendly shinki are smiling as they usher you out the doors.
You are welcome to start wandering around Takamagahara, but it's an ambiguous sort of place and might just take you straight home anyway. Feel free to go home and start bonding with your partner. Or sneak home with someone else because your partner is a meanie-pants. It's up to you!
In Summary:
What: A little bit of explanation, thank goodness.
When: Early morning. (February 15, 2016)
Where: The Heavens. Specifically in the Meeting Hall.
Warnings: Exposition is coming your way, sit back and enjoy the show!
The Heavens have summoned you. And there is no way to turn down a summons from the Heavens. Of course, some of you know where you are and what you are probably doing here, but most of you might be completely confused as to what is going on. All gods have been ushered into the meeting hall, where every person suddenly becomes anonymous and obscured, while every shinki has been gathered up outside in the hallway, both sets to listen to the same message sent by Amaterasu herself. And while you cannot see her properly or really figure out what her voice sounds like, you definitely know that it's her speaking:
As compensation for the trouble you are all being put through, I have had a wonderful feast prepared. I only hope that it is to your liking. Feel free to eat and drink as much as you would like, though please do not leave before the clock chimes midnight, for that is when your homes will be prepared.
I ask that all pre-existing gods please help those new to our ways. Let them know what is and is not acceptable and what duties will be expected of them. I am counting on your all to support the Heavens in this confusing time as we attempt to sort things out.
Thank you all for your time. And I am truly sorry that you have found yourselves in this situation.
With that, the figure that is Amaterasu bows deeply and disappears from their sights. The gods are released from their chamber and the shinki are allowed to roam. All exits are manned by a white-clad shinki, bearing a golden, embroidered Chrysanthemum on their chests. So, technically, there is no way out. You can't even seem to teleport out by any means.
All that's really left to do is enjoy the food and hope that you'll actually be able to leave after the clock chimes midnight. Though the clock doesn't seem to work on a minute-by-minute basis either...
Banquet Hall
There is food from literally every culture and walk of life here. Everything is prepared gorgeously and deliciously, no expenses spared. There are shinki bearing the Chrysanthemum carrying out new platters of everything as it's eaten up and nothing seems to go hot or cold as time passes - it always at the perfect temperature for eating and it never tastes anything but delicious. Maybe there's a little magic making it taste so good...
On top of the delectable dinner, there are plenty of desserts and every kind of alcohol available and constantly being refilled. The liquor is being offered to gods and shinki alike, no matter how old they are/look. Let's hope that you can hold your alcohol.
Counselling
In the main hallway, there is an innocuous door with a small, nicely written sign that reads "Gentle Counselling". Inside the door is a small room with a few sweetly smiling shinki inside who are willing to listen to your problems and answer any questions you might have. They are also here to help out any gods that are having a hard time dealing with knowing about how their shinki died and also any shinki that is having trouble coming to terms with the fact that they are dead.
Did Someone Say Games?
A large room connected to the back of the banquet hall has a wide variety of games set up for everyone to enjoy. There are old-fashioned board games (like chess and Othello) as well as newer ones (like Candy Land and Sorry!). On top of that, there is every kind of console available with every video game ever made - and plenty of handheld devices for everyone to be able to play. The devices don't seem to work outside of this room, though, so you'll have to stay there if you want to keep playing. Gaming is, after all, a great way to get to know new people!
After Midnight
Finally, the clock starts to chime. It seems like it's been days and yet only minutes at the same time. Time seems to work so strangely here in Takamagahara and it's hard to keep up with what's going on. But now that the shinki guarding the doors have left their posts, you are more than welcome to leave. In fact, the Heavens seem to want you to leave because all of the food has disappeared, none of the games work anymore (including the board games, which keep flipping over when you try to play...), and the friendly shinki are smiling as they usher you out the doors.
You are welcome to start wandering around Takamagahara, but it's an ambiguous sort of place and might just take you straight home anyway. Feel free to go home and start bonding with your partner. Or sneak home with someone else because your partner is a meanie-pants. It's up to you!
In Summary:
- Amaterasu says you're stuck here and she doesn't know why. Sorry!
- There's lots of food to eat, though! Eat your fill.
- Oh, and there's booze too. Try not to get TOO drunk.
- Guidance/Grief counselling is available, if you need it.
- Use gaming to get close to others!
- Try to start bonding with your god/shinki. Or just form new friendships. Whatever you feel best doing!
- Have fun!
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"Yep. But speaking of roles, if you have any questions about shinki, I'll do my best to explain things. Questions about being a god, you're better off asking them. And probably someone who has been around a while, like Bishamonten." He turns and points her out. It's easy to do, with her long blond hair and confident aura.
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It seemed logical that gods had some amount of control over their shinki. However, Bo would never ever control someone the way her father had controlled her, used her as a tool for his attempt of destroying human and fae alike so he could re-create the Earth in his image.
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"Free will, eh? Yah, we have it." He grins at her reassuringly, but thinks for a moment before expanding on his answer.
"There are some ways that we're limited, but yes, we have free will. I don't have to stay by my god's side. I can resist changing to my vessel form when called. Even when I am a vessel, I can choose to not cut well." He glances away for a moment at that. Now, it is something he can look back at and regret, a little.
"But we are bound to our god. For instance, now that I have the name 'Yuki', I can't leave Yato for another god unless he revokes my name. Well- I could, but that would mean choosing to be a nora- a stray. And... that's a whole other matter." His expression goes sour at the very mention of it. Please don't ask further.
After another thoughtful pause he continues, "That's part of why I'm telling everyone to get along with their partners. Shinki are meant to be at their god's side, and gods are almost defenseless without their shinki. So it's kinda hell if we don't get along." Been there done that.
He then looks up at her questioningly. "Does that answer your question?" He kinda didn't mean to go so long there.
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"Yes, it does. Thank you. And actually explains a lot about shinki. Though by vessel, I assume you mean shinki transform so they can channel their god's power or will or whatever you want to call it?" Yeah, Bo was very not okay with that thought. It was a little too close to what Hades had done with her. The difference was that Bo was able to fight it once she figured out how to keep control of it then she was able to fight against her father.
"Can a shinki ever turn against their god? You said you can still choose to not cut well, but are you able to turn against your god if they are doing something you don't personally agree with?" These were definitely pointed questions, but Bo wanted to ensure that she wouldn't do the same thing her father had done to her.
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"For example, I transform into swords. It happens my god is good at fighting so I'm suitable for him, but that's about as close as it gets to 'channeling his will'. He has to work with what he has to make what he wants to happen happen."
His faintly smug grin at thinking of Yato working to be a god of fortune by killing ayakashi is short-lived as he comes to her second question.
"As for that... yes, a shinki can rebel." His expression tight he hesitates a moment before deciding that there's no point in glossing it over. "There was an incident just recently. Many shinki died, and even now there's still fallout. To make a long story super-short: shinki were human, and we still live like humans. Most are good people. Some are messed up." Some are messed all to hell up.
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"Okay, that's definitely something. And I'll have to keep that, uh, halfury thing in mind to ask about later." Bo wasn't trying to be disrespectful about the word hafuri and what it meant, she just had issues with new words that were in a foreign language to her.
Though the incident he described was troubling. In more than one way. "So there can still be clear dissent here among the gods and shinki just as easily as it can in the realm of the living." It made her feel uneasy, and also made her wonder if that incident had anything to do with why so many new people were brought here the way they had been. Or perhaps there was some other reason that they were here and they just didn't know what that was yet. "So this must not be an opportune time for so many newbies to show up here after that kind of incident."
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"Yah, you could say that." He gave a thin smile as he glanced around the room again. "It's hard to tell if it's connected or not." Almost everyone thought the conjurer was taken care of. A handful knew it wasn't over yet.
With a sigh Yukine pushed away his plate that was now empty. "Even if it is connected, it happened before you got here, so you're not really involved." He then shrugged at the god with a slight smile. "You've got other stuff to worry about for now."
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"Ha, yeah, there seems to be a lot to worry about right now. Like worrying about doing my job correctly." Bo hadn't worshipped before, not in the way of someone praying to a god, at any rate. She was used to an entirely different kind of "worship" that involved being naked. Not to mention she had to worry about her succubus nature and who she could possibly use to feed from. Otherwise Freyja was going to be one hell of a weak and pathetic goddess.
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"I'm kinda glad you're worried about doing a good job. I think you'll be fine."
Standing he nods his head in thanks.
"I should be continuing my search to talk to the other shinki. But I'm sure I'll talk to you again."