Shrine of Seven Setting Suns and Moons
Dec 5, 2014 10:11:47 GMT -7
Post by Fujitora Hanzo/Azujinko Hanzo on Dec 5, 2014 10:11:47 GMT -7
Shrine of Seven Setting Suns & Moons
The Monument of Immortality
The crimson Torii of the Shrine of Seven Setting Suns and & Moons was designed for more than to simply draw ones attention; although it serves that purpose well. The colouration of the structure represents passion and sacrifice, both of which are represented by the mighty columns that hold the top railing. Those subjects who wish to be blessed by the god of this shrine must pass through the Torii and be sanctified by the subjugation of their selves. Passing through the entrance of the shrine is merely the first trial that one must put themselves through when they wish to enter the shrine. Passing through the gates ensures that those who are within the grounds understand and are willing to help the god that lives within the doors. When entering the shrine through this; the subjugated faces north.
Once beyond the steps of the Torii, the subject feels a renewed sense of passion for something they have dreamed about doing, and by offering a coin to god of the Shrine in the well, inspiring ones passion to train for their goals becomes easier. Only if the person is truly passionate, as it is sort of a rite of passage. The well is a small, almost shabby looking concrete fixture to the left of the entrance, covered by a small roof held up by four oaken pillars that are cracked and worn with time. Golden chains hang from the southern side of the roof, and chime beautifully with the wind, singing the songs of the ancient god of the shrine. If one were to shine a light or drop something bright down the well, they would never manage to see the bottom, but when dropping a coin, the water sounds quite close to the surface.
A monolith rests on the east side of the path, as tall as a man and made from greatly finished marble, inscribed with the words 'He who sows iniquity will reap vanity, and the rod of his fury will perish'. These words speak of being one who does not travel the path of amoral behaviour. Behind it sits a bush that blooms the most succulent berries every spring. North of the monolith stands a small sakura tree which drops cherry blossoms all over the stone path every year. These plants and monuments are all carefully tended to and have been there as long as the shrine itself, tended to by the subjugates and the loyal people who live in the shrine.
To enter the shrine, one must pass beyond the guardians of the building, who stand proud and vigilant before the building. The two Tanuki that watch all of those that enter the shrine, and they are always passing judgement, and protecting the shrine from anyone who wishes to do it harm. If the subjugated is capable of passing the Tanuki, they are capable of sliding the doors open to the building and entering the hall of the aesthetics. Much like a traditional dojo, the room is large and comprises the entirety of the living space, possessing a few cupboards and a basement for storage. Within, the stone fireplace as the northern wall is maintained, and a small statue of The Buddha holds incense that can be given and burned as one prays. At night, the bedding is brought from the basement, and the aesthetics who travel to the shrines are capable of sleeping in shrine, where no evil can enter to harm them.
Once beyond the steps of the Torii, the subject feels a renewed sense of passion for something they have dreamed about doing, and by offering a coin to god of the Shrine in the well, inspiring ones passion to train for their goals becomes easier. Only if the person is truly passionate, as it is sort of a rite of passage. The well is a small, almost shabby looking concrete fixture to the left of the entrance, covered by a small roof held up by four oaken pillars that are cracked and worn with time. Golden chains hang from the southern side of the roof, and chime beautifully with the wind, singing the songs of the ancient god of the shrine. If one were to shine a light or drop something bright down the well, they would never manage to see the bottom, but when dropping a coin, the water sounds quite close to the surface.
A monolith rests on the east side of the path, as tall as a man and made from greatly finished marble, inscribed with the words 'He who sows iniquity will reap vanity, and the rod of his fury will perish'. These words speak of being one who does not travel the path of amoral behaviour. Behind it sits a bush that blooms the most succulent berries every spring. North of the monolith stands a small sakura tree which drops cherry blossoms all over the stone path every year. These plants and monuments are all carefully tended to and have been there as long as the shrine itself, tended to by the subjugates and the loyal people who live in the shrine.
To enter the shrine, one must pass beyond the guardians of the building, who stand proud and vigilant before the building. The two Tanuki that watch all of those that enter the shrine, and they are always passing judgement, and protecting the shrine from anyone who wishes to do it harm. If the subjugated is capable of passing the Tanuki, they are capable of sliding the doors open to the building and entering the hall of the aesthetics. Much like a traditional dojo, the room is large and comprises the entirety of the living space, possessing a few cupboards and a basement for storage. Within, the stone fireplace as the northern wall is maintained, and a small statue of The Buddha holds incense that can be given and burned as one prays. At night, the bedding is brought from the basement, and the aesthetics who travel to the shrines are capable of sleeping in shrine, where no evil can enter to harm them.