(open) miyagi-do gathering for new & existing students!

[miyagimagic]

Who: You, you, and you!
What: For members of Miyagi-do, those interested in Miyagi-do, and whoever else might end up there! (Visiting a friend, etc)
When: Some time first half of month.
Where: At Miyagi-do Dojo in Crenshaw!

MIYAGI-DO: A NEW DAY (AN APRIL LOG)

Miyagi-do has seen some unexpected activity in the last few weeks, but has also--fortunately--seen a return to normality. An upgrade, even, where the damage sustained after a student's accidental explosion caught parts of the dojo in the ensuing chaos now gone after hard work hired, with thanks to the builders and those who helped with funds.

Even the sensei of the dojo has recovered from his own injuries, welcoming students--old and potentials--to classes. Along with a few touch-ups to the dojo, there are other changes, new and old, that should be addressed:

1. A (SEMI-)NEW SENSEI

He's been around for a month now, but here's your formal introduction to Miyagi-do's second sensei, Sensei Toguchi. Sensei LaRusso would have introduced him as a...not old, but dear friend from back home who has also learned from the school of Miyagi-do back in Okinawa. Skilled in the use of sais, you may find Sensei Toguchi a different kind of sensei from Daniel LaRusso. But we'll let you see that for yourself.

2. YOUR VERY OWN SNACK PROVIDER

Truthfully, this is a figure who's been around the dojo since the start, doing exactly what he does now...but Daniel LaRusso would not be himself if he didn't take some time to introduce Hakkai to the class as the person who makes their snacks and refreshments. Because Hakkai deserves his thanks, and you cannot escape a dad man like Daniel.

3. ICE BRACELETS: A NEW FORM OF PROTECTION

Miyagi-do has always worked to help individuals with what it is they want out of the dojo. Sometimes, this can just mean having somewhere to meditate and to find comfort in your own body than to focus on the fighting aspect. But Miyagi-do always leans towards protection, and learning how to respond and to engage with danger. It works to help individuals learn how they can use their own powers in ways that they prefer.

And in his announcement for the start of April's lessons, Sensei LaRusso has a bracelet to share to those who want one, after he's explained what they are. They're ice-powered bracelets--not super powerful, but with proper training they can be used as a means of defence. Spread ice over the ground, freeze certain limbs to surfaces, or even use it to shroud an enemy's face just long enough to distract them.

Sensei LaRusso will show how to use the bracelets to manifest the ice, and Robby Keene will also help in demonstrations, as well as with students individually. Dummies and can be used as stationary targets, and are a great way to learn how to disappear the ice, too--especially if you want to focus on using them for actual living targets, which either Sensei LaRusso or Robby can help with (or, if you're really that into getting iced...!).

ENDING NOTES

This log covers the first lesson of April, as well as continuing forward if you want to add extra days and lessons! Please familiarise yourself with what Miyagi-do teaches. Newcomers are welcomed, and there will always be a place to get food and drink...thank you, Hakkai.

Feel free to make your own toplevels on this log, it's meant as a mingle for existing students and those interested in checking out Miyagi-do! You can hang around the snack table, practice some karate, meet the teachers (and food provider...), maybe try out the new fun ice bracelets or.. you know, you can always just hang out with Daniel's Omen. He's a good boy who will stop to get belly rubs from everyone. You can't reject him. Sorry if you sat down for three seconds and are now stuck with a dog on your lap. He will not move.

Comments

[miyagimagic]

[ God. Hakkai.

Talk about a complicated topic.

Especially since Daniel sighs the moment Hakkai asks that first part. Not even because he's annoyed Hakkai is asking, but more just because sometimes thinking about Johnny just gives Daniel a headache. ]

I mean, he's.. [ His voice trails off. Maybe Daniel is wondering to himself if he's really about to defend Johnny Lawrence here. He's done that so many times at this point. Hasn't he filled up his points card enough to be allowed to be a little fed up here.. ] He's trying, but he doesn't tend to be very good at that, if that makes any sense.

[knowsvinewhip]

Somewhat, yes.

It would help paint a better picture if I knew who it was you were talking about.

[Listen, he doesn't actually know who Robby's dad is. That hasn't been a topic of conversation, ever. Robby's never mentioned it. Johnny may have mentioned a kid but it's not enough to put the pieces all together.]

Though, trying should count for something, I think. Depending on the situation.

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It's Johnny Lawrence.

[ At least Daniel isn't beating around the bush now. Hell, he didn't even really intend on doing so in the first place, it's just that he's so used to this fact that he kind of figures everyone knows who Robby's (other) dad is..

.. even though Hakkai is entirely valid in not knowing, honestly. ]

You know him, right?

[ Kind of hard not to with how much of an attention-drawing loudmouth Johnny is. Daniel figures just about anyone in Trench has got to at least have heard of him.

Especially after the dumb gay post. With even Hakkai jumping on Daniel!! ]

[knowsvinewhip]

Ah. Yes. Your... friend who was confused about his feelings.

[Hakkai just smiles as he says that. This little bitch.]

We're well acquainted. He reminds me of someone from my own world, actually. [Except he's pretty sure if Gojyo had a kid, the likelihood of him not looking after the child would be next to zero. For many reasons.] Their mannerisms do, at least.

I can see why you would have some concerns.

[miyagimagic]

[ Daniel visibly winces at the usage of the word 'friend'.

It's fine. Don't mind it. He's moving on to talk quickly enough afterwards. ]

He abandoned Robby and Robby's mother pretty soon after Robby was born. And his mother was also.. [ .. Daniel is a little less inclined to shittalk Shannon, given that he has nothing personal against her, and she has tried to get a lot better for Robby's sake than Johnny has at times.. ] .. struggling.

[ Sure, this is a lot of Robby's personal information to hand over, but Daniel both trusts Hakkai and feels like he needs this information to get the full picture.

Or to get why Daniel is so fussy here, aside from just.. being Daniel. ]

He hasn't had many adults he could rely on in his life. I want to be the one to get it right. For his sake.

[knowsvinewhip]

I see...

[He'll just ignore that wince. Maybe he shouldn't have made that comment. Daniel knows him, but he doesn't 'Speak Hakkai'. Knows when he's just teasing, unless it's absolutely written out. Not his fault.]

[Children struggling, parents struggling. What a familiar story. Doesn't make it any easier on those involved, though. So Hakkai is quiet. Letting Daniel speak.]

Yes, it does make sense why you would want to assist him. Especially in the lack of other supports... I would help, but, he seems a bit hesitant to trust.

[miyagimagic]

Yeah, and all of this-- [ He opens his mouth, then seems to think better of something, and instead continues with: ] --all of this crap sure isn't helping matters, I'm sure.

[ Did Daniel just swallow a swear. Is that what the pause was for?

Yes. Yes, it absolutely was. Nerd dad alert. ]

.. sorry to have thrown all of this on you for a moment, Hakkai. [ Daniel shakes his head. ] I'll try to resolve it somehow, so don't worry about it.

[knowsvinewhip]

[Did that just happen. Did Daniel just - ]

[Hakkai travels with a handful of people whose mouths could, at times, make even the most hardened man look like a squeaky clean school child. Every other word, some days, is "fuck". And while Hakkai himself tends to refrain from cursing in all but the most distressing moments... this is...]

[He presses a hand to his mouth. Biting the inside of his cheek.]

Yes. I'm. Sure it isn't. [Is he laughing. His face is doing something dangerously close to an actual, sincere smile.] Of course not.

[Just a second. Let him clear his throat.]

But, ah, don't think anything of it. If I'm helping here, I may as well assist with this however I can, too. Right?

[miyagimagic]

[ Hold on.

That last question is totally ignored for a moment. Because Daniel is too busy having his jaw drop a little, leaving his mouth hanging open as he stares at the other. There might even be the faintest hint of a coldblood-induced colour on his cheeks. ]

Are you laughing?

[ Thankfully he seems more flustered than offended, but-- H-Hakkai! It's not like he isn't glad to actually see you smile and laugh genuinely, but my dude, what sort of betrayal is this!! ]

[knowsvinewhip]

I would never!

[Which is a complete lie.]

[His eyebrows are actually hitched up, and his voice is actually wavering. Like he's doing everything in his power not to double over.]

It's - I haven't heard someone censor themselves in front of another adult in... a very long time.

[miyagimagic]

There's kids here! [ Daniel's tone is definitely moving up in pitch as he's saying that. In what is - clearly and obviously - the most manly way possible.

Also, these kids are clearly not even close to being within earshot of them right now. Yet Daniel sounds so convinced about what he's saying. Like it's not even an excuse, but what he genuinely believes.

.. which might just make it more embarrassing, huh. ]

I can't let them hear! It'll be a bad influence on them!

[knowsvinewhip]

[He is not laughing. He is absolutely not laughing even a little bit. That would be rude.]

[But it's just. It's so funny. It's so fucking funny. Hakkai is... desperately trying to keep his straight face. So desperately.]

I - I don't believe any of them are even remotely in earshot.

[This is so hard. It's so hard not to crack up. His hand finally inches up to clasp over his mouth.]

[miyagimagic]

[ Good luck, Hakkai. ]

You can't know that!

[ Does Daniel realise Hakkai is laughing still? Is that why he's getting so worked up? Honestly, it might just be a built-in feature about Daniel, especially since he's definitely doing the whole excessive Italian gesturing thing here as he's speaking now. Gesturing at all these kids who are clearly all around them. Obviously! ]

Kids are crafty, you know? One moment they're not there, and then the next moment they are! And I mean-- Have you seen Shigeo? He's impressionable! [ Just a little baby! ]

[knowsvinewhip]

[Yeah, okay - this is going nowhere.]

[He holds up his free hand, because the other one is still clamped over his face.]

I - please - excuse me.

[And unless Daniel makes him stay, Cho Hakkai is going to leave the room to laugh himself stupid in a broom closet. The most dignified place to do it.]

[miyagimagic]

[ Daniel sure isn't making the guy stay, but..

.. well, he is definitely giving the other a very confused look as he excuses himself. Especially since Daniel has no idea about what he's about to do.. So just enjoy that confused look on Daniel's face while you walk away, Hakkai. Just baffled. ]