Event || Worldwide Tourists

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Who: All New Arrivals and Curti Center Staff
When: April 15th-30th
Where: All over Vaikuntha, starting outside of the airship hanger
What: Ganeshan, the resident Job Expert, will be taking the new arrivals around the the various Guilds so they can collect their chosen Job Asterisks as noted in their applications.
Warnings/Notes: Guild prompts can be found here

Enter the Master

[Each new arrival's iMog buzzes with a message instructing them to gather for a worldwide adventure to obtain the power of Vaikuntha. If they follow the invitation's instructions, they will arrive at outside of the airship hanger on the morning of the 15th, with their meager belongings packed.

An Enterprise-Class airship, the Ragnarok, hovers outside of the Curti Center. There is a flash of light on the top of the ship.]

"WELCOME!"

[A figure, minuscule at this distance, launches itself off of the ship and hurtles toward the ground. As he draws closer to the ground, he starts to flip, landing with a flourish. An armored figure, sans helm, turns his toothy Zora grin to the crowd. With a shimmer, his armor transforms into a white mage's robe, and he sends a rush of wind through the crowd for dramatic effect.]

"I AM GANESHAN, THE JOB MASTER! GYA HA HA HA! TODAY, YOUR LIVES WILL CHANGE FOREVER."

[Ganeshan shimmers again, ruthlessly abusing the Chemist's Modifier skill to once again shift Job Classes so he can lower the airship's loading dock with a wave of his hand.]

"I BELIEVE THAT EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU HAS THE ABILITY TO MASTER THE JOB CLASSES. SOME OF YOU MAY MASTER MANY, OTHERS WILL PURSUE THE PERFECT MASTERY OF JUST ONE. BUT EITHER WAY, YOU'LL BE INCREDIBLE!"

[Ganeshan gives everyone a big thumbs-up. The out-worlders who are not scared off by this booming speech can feel free to enter the airship and prepare for their ride around the world. Hopefully some of the Curti Center's newest hires can serve as non-crazy less exuberant tour guides for the new arrivals.]

Around the World

[The Ragnarok will be stopping at every major city in Vaikuntha, with the exception of those cut off by the Imperial border closing. Characters can create top levels to respond to the Guild prompts and explore the cities themselves as the ship makes its stops. Each Guild provides information sessions, free food and trinkets for potential applicants, and once you're ready to receive your Asterisk, all you have to do is take some introductory lessons and fill out forms. Characters can receive up to two asterisks. Time to get to know your new world!

Questions for Ganeshan can be directed to the Ganeshan top level post.]

Comments

[shinra_dog]

Reno's eyebrows rose with some surprise. He supposed he shouldn't be, since Kenichi was married to Saori. Back wherever they lived, it was probably safe to share that information. Out of habit, he took a quick look around for who was in earshot.

"Yeah," he admitted when no one seemed to be eavesdropping. "I don't suppose you'd be interested in joining up, too?"

The Brotherhood would need others. Someone so close to both Saori and Mary was a good choice.

[failtsuninari]

He gave a nod. "Of course I am. I don't know if Saori ever mentioned this but the Brotherhood shares a few goals in common with what we do back home." Granted, the targets they fought were never human, but when souls were being eaten, it was up to them and the corps they lead to take them down.

"It'd be an honor to fight along you guys if you'll have me. And actually, I was considering about getting an airship after what Mary told me about them."

[shinra_dog]

Reno was surprised again and it showed, but only for a moment. Then it turned into a grin. "That's... that's fantastic, yo."

He wasn't sure what he expected. Really, he probably should have a little more trust in his allies. Friends of friends should count, and friends of who had basically become family should count for more.

"And an airship would be totally invaluable. I'll give you all the support I can." They were all broke, of course, but together it would be easier.

[failtsuninari]

Hearing that he'd get support made Kenichi break into a grin in return. He wanted to continue what Saori and Mary had started after all.

"Thanks. I won't let you guys down. So, have you decided where our base of operations will be? I realize we're under a deadline to find new places to live after all." As much as he enjoyed his time in Nakagawa, he realized it wouldn't be an ideal location with how rural it was and honestly he didn't want to bring any trouble to it.

[shinra_dog]

"Ira and I are actually considerin' that now," Reno told him. "The guild tours 're perfect for seein' the general area. We're gonna meet back up after the circuit, when we get back to the Curti Center. I'd be open t' yer perspective, yo."

Reno might not know Kenichi well, but he knew Saori and he trusted her. And he trusted Ira. Other new recruits would not get this same privilege, but Reno wanted to keep Kenichi close.