🦋 The 20th Hunger Games ➵ Victor: Penny

[Runnersback]

➵Sienna Mach-North| D7 |17|Tags:the mentor
“No problem Mr.Woods...” She said with a kind smile as he proceeded with his advice.“Right! Remember the birds that always nested in the tree farms or any tree in general? Do you think that could be a good signal or is that a little too cliche? Sienna said heading his words about grabbing a pack and maybe one weapon for now. Especially at the start of the games when the capital could enjoy the bloodshed.“Oh gosh! Poor Colby! He’s stuck with Gleam, I remember finally being old enough to watch her games. I was definitely traumatized after that first night.” She said with a small grimace.“What types of snares and traps, do you particularly recommend for hunting? Oh and barks in case food is down! I know you can eat most of the pines!” Sienna said curling up with a plush pillow.“Sorry... I’m just anxious and feel like I’m forgetting things.”

[honeybee.]

Felix Prestman | District 12 | Location: Cafeteria | Tags: Maverick
Maverick seemed convinced that keeping hope was what would help Felix survive, and he was more than willing to listen to District 12’s only victor. Maverick’s answer to his question was simple, and Felix remembered his mentor’s teammates. His sudden smile at being asked about someone looking out for him was just a tad bit goofy.
”Yeah, Penny from District 8. She’s incredible. I can’t believe I got the same score as her -hers should’ve been way higher.”
Perhaps Penny would help keep him sane in the games, the only problem was.. Felix knew what happened to Maverick’s allies. Only one of them would survive. Before Felix had so many exciting plans for the future, now they were nearly impossible, and would they even be worth it if the only way they could happen meant this girl he had come to admire so much would be gone from existence? But still, he would watch her back, and maybe she would watch his and fate would just have to decide the rest.
“I think.. even though all this is going to be awful, I’m really glad to have her at my side.”

[SunnyJustice]

➵ Gleam Winston of District Six
Colby's revolted yells only added to the mentor's twisted amusement. She leaned back in her seat, casually stretching like a cat basking in sunlight. Bleeding heart tributes were her favorite. So kind, so loyal, it was almost a pity they were destined to die.
"Friends?" She purred, smiling in that familiar sly and crooked way. "You really think those tributes are your friends? You might be nothing like me, Colby, but maybe your allies are. You'll never know until their knives are in your back."


➵ Garry Woods of District Seven
"That'd make for a creative signal," Garry told Sienna with an encouraging smile. It quickly fell as the subject changed to the horrific mentor from District Six. "The poor soul! If I was allowed, I'd go rescue him and bring him back to our floor."
Sienna then asked for his advice on the best snares. It seemed like she tended to talk more when she got nervous. Now it was Garry's turn to comfort her, so he placed a gentle hand on her shoulders. "Best to get it out now so you're ready for the arena. You can tell me anything, alright? As for the best snares, I'd recommend a drowning snare so you don't leave bloodstains."


➵ Jasper Tiberius of District Eight
As Penny spoke, her voice became more and more frantic. A brief look of panic flashed across Jasper's face before he forced himself to calm down. He pulled the tribute into a comforting hug, hoping he wasn't overstepping any boundaries.
"You'll have each other," His tone was calm and gentle, disguising the worry that ate away at him inside. Penny didn't deserve to be thrown into the arena like this. "And... try not to think about dying. Focus on staying alive. I know it sounds similar, but that small change of perspective can make all the difference. Okay?"


➵ Maverick Wolfe of District Twelve
Maverick couldn't help beaming as his tribute talked about his ally. Felix sounded incredibly fond of this young lady from District Eight, the one who'd received the same score as himself. The smile on the tribute's face reminded Maverick of his love for his own former teammates, rest their souls. With an alliance like that, Felix's chances in the arena looked brighter and brighter.
"That's the spirit!" Maverick patted his boy on the back. "Good on you for finding an ally like her. Judging by what I've seen, you'll be in good hands." Penny's eyes held genuine kindness, like Maverick's friends from back in his time. None of it was faked.
He was silent for a moment, looking at Felix with a smile. Then he decided to hell with it and pulled the tribute into a bear hug. Maverick didn't give a flying tracker jacker if it was unprofessional.
"I'll miss you in the arena," He murmured. "It would be unfair of me to make promises about what will happen, but I hope I see you again."

[Runnersback]

➵Sienna Mach-North| D7 |17|Tags:the mentor
Sienna nodded and exhaled sharply with misty eyes,“I’m scared of the unknown and dying alone....” She said while looking up at him.“I just don’t want to mess up and fail everyone in seven and in the capital. And the people I promised and I just don’t want to leave anyone behind... especially Moses no matter how annoying he is, I love him like a brother and Colby like a brother too despite not talking to him as much and Zoe as a little sister. I just hate this feeling of impending doom in my gut and the fact I’m actually going to have to kill someone. I just can’t believe I was so stupid crying over cutting trees when I should have been more worried about the games.” Sienna said rubbing her temples staring at the blank tv screen not being able to look at Garry feeling he would be ultimately disappointed in her.

[DetectiveLunar]

Madeline Gomez//District 1//Female//A brat//Tagged; Eden, thank you.

Madeline reached over and took the cup, staring at it sorrowfully before taking a sip. It was okay, not the best she’s had but she appreciated the effort. She sighed and tried to speak up but only grimaced. All she needed to say was a simple thank you, but those words coming out of her own mouth grossed her out. She never thought she’d thank anyone before, especially thanking someone and actually meaning it. She took another sip and quickly mumbled a “Thank you” before drinking the rest of the tea.

That stupid hag kept messing with that stupid thing, whatever it was. As soon as Eden mentioned the peacocks, she began to pat her head until she found the feather nestled in her hair. She had completely forgotten about it, luckily it hadn’t fallen off during the obstacle course. “Ugh. I’m sure Peasant is still watching some childish show designed for those little parasites. I’m sure the rest are probably trying to peck my father to death.” She couldn’t help but laugh. Her father always tried to pet them, despite the fact that they never showed any interest in affection. Only Peasant allowed her father to pet him, all the other peacocks would peck at his hand and screech. “Either that or they’re trying to eat some poor soul that was invited to my house.”

Jay Fernandez//District 11//Male//Tagged; Good night Zoe! Himaya!

Jay nodded along with what his mentor said, making sure to take a mental note of all her tips. ”I’ll try my best! I’ll make sure to make you proud!” He exclaimed, gaining back his overly positive tone. He was still scared but he’d try his best, even if he didn’t make it at least he’d make his family and mentor proud!

He looked up at Zoe as she got up and gave him a hug before heading off to sleep. He gave her a smile and waved to her as she left. “Bye bye, Zoe! Don’t worry about it too much. You’ll do great!” He yelled out to her on her way out. He wondered if he should sleep too. Was it late? It would help to get a good night’s sleep before the games start, but he also didn’t feel very sleepy yet. He’d just ask his mentor, even though he already had an idea of what she’d say.

“Should I go too? I’m not tired but should I be sleeping?” He asked, pointing over to the direction of the sleeping quarters.

[SunnyJustice]

➵ Eden Beauregard of District One
➵ Location: District One floor
➵ Tagged: Madeline, Licaria
A soft smile touched Eden's features. Growing up, he'd never heard Madeline utter those words before. It warmed his heart with pride to hear them now. "Any time," He told her gently. "I mean it - you can always talk to me."
Despite everything, Eden still considered Madeline his sister. Her feelings mattered to him.
Ms. Licaria didn't cause them any more trouble, and the conversation transitioned smoothly into the peacocks back home. A little of the old Madeline seemed to creep back into her voice as she described the certain disaster. Those attack-birds were brutal.
"I bet they miss you," Eden said, then chuckled a little as a thought hit him. "As for me, I'm probably safer in the arena than back home. The peacocks can't maul me there! Unless the Capitol releases peacock mutts, in which case it's all over for me. You'd be fine though."


➵ Garry Woods of District Seven
Garry's eyes were soft with sympathy, but he didn't utter a single word until Sienna got it all out. Deep down, everyone needed an understanding friend who'd listen to their worries. And it sounded like the poor lass had a lot of worries. All of them were completely valid, from fears of leaving others behind to fears of staining her own hands with blood.
The moment Sienna finished, Garry reached out and gently clasped her hands in his. Hopefully the small gesture would provide some much-needed warmth to his anxious tribute.
"I'm sorry, Sienna. You have every right to feel that way," he said, "to feel anxious, scared, even angry. I can't take away those fears, but all I can say is this. No matter what happens in the arena, you'll never be a failure. Especially not to your mentor."
He offered her a small smile. "I'll always be proud of you, okay?"


➵ Himaya Hannock of District Eleven
Himaya acknowledged Zoe with a silent nod as the tribute left the room. Hopefully she slept well. The Games would start soon, and with all the murderous tributes prowling around, there wouldn't be much time left for sleeping. Zoe might be a little safer due to having three allies to keep watch, but little Jay here didn't have that luxury.
"I'm already proud." The mentor turned back to Jay with a smile. He was so sweet, even half the Career Tributes would find it hard to kill him. Although he could use his cuteness to his advantage, Himaya didn't think he was that kind of person.
"Hmm. Get some rest. You'll need it for tomorrow," Himaya told him when he asked about sleeping. She stretched her arms out, offering a good night hug to the tiny boy. "Good night, kiddo."

[Zyn]

☭ 𝙲𝚑𝚊𝚜𝚔𝚊 𝚂𝚒𝚘𝚞𝚡 ☭
District 2 || Career || Male || Eighteen || The Mad Dog

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☭ Location: Sitting Room
☭ Tags: Gloria, Icarus
☭ Mood: Still hecking confused
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Chaska peered at Icarus out of the corner of his eye when their mentor informed them that he had deserved an eleven. It was something he could tell even with his limited abilities that wasn't up for debate. So instead of arguing otherwise he let it go and instead turned his attention to Gloria, she was back to being poised. It seemed his words had helped a little bit though the next things she said had him narrowing his eyes ever so slightly. "Those people are our allies, you shouldn't talk about distrusting them so soon. Besides I trust them, I believe they won't betray us and they will be excellent opponents at the end of the game. That being said I have your back if things do go south" he said carefully. He was trying to choose his words well. He had noticed that the other careers seemed to choose their words wisely and he wanted to be a bit more like them. When he spoke too much without thinking he knew he came off even more angry than he intended on sounding.

🍭 ℜ𝔦𝔢𝔨𝔞 𝔊ü𝔫𝔱𝔥𝔢𝔯 🍭
District 10 || Tribute || Female || Thirteen || The Young Wolf

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🍭 Location: Sitting Room
🍭 Tags: Jillian, Cooper
🍭 Mood: Worried, Lil Scared
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Rieka flung her arms around her mentors shoulders when Jillian came in for a hug. She was promising sponsors, which was more than Rieka could have asked for. She didn't expect anyone to send her anything. After all it seemed like in the games she had seen that the careers tended to get the most sponsors. In a way they were usually the most feed of the tributes. She didn't say any of this to her mentor however and instead offered her a grateful smile. "My ally? OH! His name is Jay and he is from district eleven. He is around my age and he taught me how to build a shelter. He is a very nice guy and I really hope that he survives" she chirped. Even as she spoke she knew that the likely hood of either of them making it through the game was very slim. She could only hope that they could stay away from danger long enough. "I'm going to miss you Jillian."

[Runnersback]

➵Sienna Mach-North| D7 |17|Tags:the mentor
Sienna gave a small smile as his rough hands kindly clasped hers like her father would always do to her when she was a tiny tike. She gently squeezed his hands listening to his kind words,“Thank you Garry. I’ll never forget you...” Sienna said lovingly as she pulled her mentor into a big hug he was a bit sappy but he had a big heart and that’s what her favorite thing was about him.“I think I’m going to get some sleep... Thank you once again and good night.” She said softly before getting up and turning to her room and closing the door gently before changing and get into the comfortable Capitol provided bed fairly falling asleep.

[rose petals.]

GᒪOᖇIᗩ ᒪᗩᑕE
|female|2|career|tags: chaska, icarus|

Gloria thought it was naive to blindly trust four strangers who wanted to kill you as much as you wanted to kill them. But Gloria wasn’t going to say that. The careers were a good way to stay alive, and though she would never admit out loud, they were all good at surviving and could... help her. “Alright then.” Gloria tried to sound as convincing as possible, although she was still boiling about her score and the other careers.

ᑕOᒪᗷY ᗰᗩᖇKᔕ
|male|6|tribute|tags: gleam|

Colby didn’t want to believe his mentor, but Gleam could have a point, he didn’t know Moses, Sienna, and Zoe all that well. No! He couldn’t be thinking like that! They had to trust one another if they were going to survive the games. “They’re good people. Sienna stuck up for that little girl Reika, and Moses and Zoe made sure she was okay. They wouldn’t do that if they were dishonest.”

ᑭEᑎᑎY ᔕYᒪᐯEᔕTEᖇ
|female|8|tribute|tags: jasper|

Penny didn’t know how to do that. It seemed like dying was what was coming for her, how could she not think about it. “Okay, thank you... I’ll try.” She was glad when her mentor hugged her, at least she knew she had someone who could try to help her outside of the arena.

[anathema]

(x𝐊 𝐈 𝐋 𝐋 𝐈 𝐂 𝐊x𝐀 𝐂 𝐐 𝐔 𝐀 𝐓 𝐈x)

( district 4 )x( location: sitting room )x( tags: caspia, edmund )

Killick couldn't believe that he'd actually gotten a ten! He clapped with glee before turning to Caspia with a wide grin on his face. "This is awesome!" He exclaimed. "I can't believe it. I'm so proud of all of us! These scores are, like, totally epic."
Edmund then spoke up, sounding like a proud father. Killick waited for Caspia to finish talking about her private session strategy before revealing his own. "I just set up a bunch of dummies and swung at them like my life depended on it," he said with a laugh. "I must have done something right, though... considering the fact that I got a double-digit score for it."
Killick beamed as Edmund continued to praise the Careers as a whole. They were definitely going to succeed in the arena; Killick was sure of it. They'd been waiting their whole lives for this! No outer-district insurgent like Reyna could take them down. The boy exchanged a final smile with his district partner before leaning all the way back in his seat and sighing contentedly.