The Mentors

Advice from the Head Gamemaker.

Dearest mentors,

It is with great eagerness that I invite you back to the Capitol to guide your tributes to victory and bring your district the glory is so truly deserves. Below I have enclosed some personal advice for each of you which I hope you will not take lightly. As a Gamemaker, I have gotten to know many of you over the years, but as Head Gamemaker, I look forward to strengthening these relationships and building new ones. With our combined efforts we can ensure the people of Panem the spectacular games we have all promised them.

May the odds be ever in your favor,

E. Rollo

District 1- Jasper Vainity, 20, Victor of the 5th Hunger Games

Jasper, you were always just the right amount of charming with that infamous perfect smile, but underneath that lies a darkness unrivaled. I remember the master manipulator we saw in your games. You are so obviously one of us, a puppeteer pulling all the strings, I almost envy you. I always wondered how such a young man could hold such darkness inside of his soul, but nonetheless, a deserving victor is a deserving victor, and you are exactly that. You have a wonderful way with words and words hold more power than a sword.

District 2- Celia Brickwell, 23, Victor of the 2nd Hunger Games; Claudis Napoli, 22, Victor of the 4th Hunger Games

Sweet Celia, your eyes were full of fear yet wonder when you won your games at the ripe age of 14. You were so thankful for survival but we could all tell the weight of the games was far too much for a little girl to handle alone. You won the 2nd games, but rumor has it you are no longer that girl. They say you were the first to lose it and most certainly won't be the last. Stay strong, darling Celia. Your tributes need you.

You never cared about anything, dear Claudius...that is until you saw and opportunity. You waited for three years, watching all but one of your district's tributes be slaughtered but it didn't deter you from volunteering. District 2 was full of firsts- the first female victor, the first district with two victors, and the first volunteer. I know you like breaking records, so why not add a third victor to your resume? At this point, you are perhaps your tributes' only hope. After all, you may have nightmares (yes, we've heard about them) but at least there's food on your plate so why not offer your tributes the same gift?

District 3- Lola Carter "L.C." Briggs, 21, Victor of the 3rd Hunger Games

It was fitting that the third victor was from district 3, but perhaps that was the only thing truly fitting about you. "Quirky" the had labelled you, if I remember correctly. They stamped the label all over the place, the word becoming like a brand burned into your skin. They minimized your entire life into a single word- combined all your perfections and flaws into a single term. But you were always more than that, weren't you? Brave, beautiful, and brilliant; you were never just "quirky", you were an inferno waiting for a spark. You may not like branding, but we both know it will benefit your tributes, after all, a brand and a spark makes a mark that lasts forever.

District 4- Kent Clearwater, 17, Victor of the 7th Hunger Games

I remember you asking your stylist, 'Why do we need golden boys?' the first time we met. You were young and didn't understand much, but no matter the reason, they found a Golden Boy in you. You changed the definition of a victor. No longer are the games just about survival, it is now about so much more, all thanks to you. You were the king of selling yourself, no wonder you set the record for greatest number of sponsor gifts. They wanted you to win and it all goes back to your question, Kent darling, everyone needs a Golden Boy because everyone needs someone to root for. Your likability may save your tributes, so do not squander your natural gift.

District 5- Monet Locklear, 60, Capitolite

You've always know what it's like to be a winner, never a victor, but most certainly a winner in life. Born with a silver spoon in your mouth, you were well off, even beyong Capitol standards. But forget the Haves and Have-nots for a moment, all you've ever wanted is a concrete win so you can retire in peace. We both know you haven't spent the past 8 years of your life dedicated to this district to not ever win. Your wish may not have been granted yet, but patience Monet, you of all people should know good things come to those who wait.

District 6- Ivan Greco, 28, Capitolite

Whether they call you a vagabond or a lost traveler, it always seemed ideal to me that you were placed in charge of the transportation district. It seemed the like the perfect place for you but the real reason you've stayed is for love, isn't it? She needed you in the Capitol to get through each of the games. Poor Ivan, your fate was sealed the moment you laid eyes on Celia Brickwell and it seems there is no going back. But do not get distracted, Ivan, for you need a clear head to do your job. Life is full of difficult choices- especially those involving life and death, and is love really worth the sacrifice of life?

District 7- Jason Sycamore, 26, Victor of the 1st Hunger Games

The first victor. The bloody first victor. At some point you stopped wearing that title with pride and began to wear it with the angry bitterness which as so clearly aged you far beyond your years. Your legacy is fading, Jason, so be wary, the moment you go down the path of Miss Brickwell is the moment your tributes lose hope. So do what you must do. Plaster your smile on and do the rounds. You were the first victor. You are the first victor. Be proud, Jason...few people can be.

District 8- Penny Lithgow 29, Capitolite

I remember when we first met, you were crying. It was the first games and you shed a never-ending series of tears for each tribute who lost their life. Your family had called you a 'sympathizer' with the same disgust they reserved for the districts themselves. But you interested me. How could a woman weep for these people while protected from all harm in your perfect, little glass castle? So I offered you and change- an opportunity- and you took it. You uprooted your career to become a part of the greatness that is The Hunger Games, so do not lose that kindness and sympathy, Penny, for it separates you from the rest. Although, from what I have heard, you do not cry anymore, you've found alcohol numbs the pain.

District 9- Reyna Soleigh, 16, Victor of the 6th Hunger Games

Reyna Soleigh, a beautiful name for a beautiful girl. Your name may mean 'Sun Queen' but there's no doubt you are far from a leader. You are quiet and pretty, a girl who keeps her head down and lets her work speak for itself. It is rarity in the Capitol so milk it for all its worth. Everyone in the Capitol wants to be unique, a gift you have been blessed with. You may not stand out, but in a world where everyone is trying to, you are true to yourself, which makes you different. You do not realize your worth, dear Reyna, you may not be a queen but you still have power.

District 10- Crispin Stoll, 25, Capitolite

Our conversations always make me laugh, Crispin, you hate livestock with a passion, yet you got stuck with district 10. From what I heard, you lost your job and then a bet, and that's how you ended up with us. The games are just that to you- they are games. Life and death holds little weight in your eyes and your prefer to live in the moment. Some say it's a problem, but I see it as an advantage. You don't believe in promises you cannot keep and realize the dangers of false hope and it makes your tributes stronger. You've been so close, so many times. Your skills are there and now all you need is a little bit of luck.

District 11- Sirco Till, 17, Victor of the 8th Hunger Games

Sirco Till, defier of the odds, even I'll admit you are the greatest underdog story the games have ever seen. Before the games you would do anything for the thinnest slice of bread, not to mention you had daddy issue galore. Life was tough but in the end it made you stronger and more driven than anyone could have ever imagined. You represent the glorious gift of new life which the Capitol has presented you with. You are hope, Sirco, but I see your hesitations. Let the Capitol guide you to success. Your reluctance to trust will always hold you back. I would ask who hurt you so bad that you no longer trust, but we both know the answer to that.

District 12- Adelaide Thustle, 20, Citizen of District 12

You were raised in The Seam, not believing you would ever have the chance to leave, but then we saved you. Your district need a symbol- a leader to show them of the Capitol's benevolence and we picked you. You've become a beacon of hope that life can be improved for many, but I believe the job has become much harder than expected. With each tribute's death, you district gets angrier. They believe the blood is on your hands. But do not let them overpower you, Adelaide, you are much stronger than you appear. Show your district what we saw in you.

a/n: So these are your wonderful mentors. I hope this was a little different than the typical mentor list and gave you unique perspective on who these people are. I hoped you liked seeing a different side of Edward Rollo and hopefully get more insight on the two sides he seems to have. Anyways, thank you for all the tributes so far! All the info is still on my profile and the due date for tributes is still November 20th. Next chapter is the tribute reveal and as always, reviews are greatly appreciated (not to mention, reviews also boost your chance of your tribute suriving). - Cass