@maxman14
They're in the medieval period so it's not too surprising that it happens. Heck, it still happens in our era, especially in less developed societies.
At least it's not as gratuitous as other manga....
@Binary10011
Don't worry, he's not self taught...
Back in Japan, remember that he was weak as a child and had to train to strengthen himself enough survive.
Dude. . . since Kitagawa is the chosen contestant and you're her tailor, I think that it would be perfectly acceptable for you to be exempt from the manual labor.
@jasta85
Best way to blend in: defeat the Thunder God's direct and only apprentice who is a few hundred years old in a magic duel using spells up to the level 10 Epthal's eponymous (and probably signature) spell.
... as one does lol
@newhek
In addition to what @Anwarbro said, they also believe that Alan is beloved by the goddess. So it's not a stretch to say that they also think that whatever Alan does is permitted, even willed, by their goddess.