Hi Guys! So, I want to let you know that if you don't think I'm portraying your character well just PM me and I will try to fix what I was doing wrong Also, even though I am not doing the sponsor system (It's to complex for me to run at the moment) if you feel that your character desperately needs something, PM me. I will take into account the number of sponsors they have and consider sending a parachute. The last thing is, even though I know all of you want the deaths to go down with a fight, I will have to kill off one or two of the tributes from natural causes. Well as natural as they get in the Hunger Games. Ok I'm done. Let the Games Begin!

Athena Tasera

It was reaping day, every one in the District was gathered around our Justice Building, impatiently waiting for the mayor to start this so we they could have their chance to volunteer. I was not one of the people buzzing about which weapons they were going to use in the games, or what their strategy would be. I wasn't going to volunteer this year, or any year. My mother hated the idea of Careers. My uncle had died in the 79th Hunger Games because the careers killed him for not joining their alliance. That was when my mother decided not to let her kids train and be careers.

I ran my fingers along the hem of my light blue dress. Although simple it was very pretty, ending at my knees. I didn't need a fancy dress for the reaping, it's the volunteers who will want to wear those. I started tapping my foot impatiently. I looked around for my friend Pearl, who was standing in the 15 year old section. I saw her and waved, but she didn't notice. Finally the major stepped up to the podium and started talking. He recited the same boring speech he does every year, about the war, the terrible war, and the second rebellion. After that he read out the list of Victors, which always takes forever. I would much rather be reading a book. Finally he finished and our escort, Allorie Tavian, walked up to the podium.

"Welcome District One!" She boomed, everyone cheered. Except for me. All I could do was stare at her bright purple cheeks and lipstick. I do have to say, it matched her ridiculous outfit well. It looked as if her skirt was a purple bubble. "Let's start with the girls shall we?" Again, the crowd boomed. I scowled. Why is everyone cheering for the poor girl about to be put up for slaughter?

"Here we are!" Allorie picked out a thin slip of paper. "Athena Tasera." I looked around to see who it was. I heard a few gasps and then the girl behind me nudged my shoulder. Oh wait, that's me. I looked around again, this time waiting for a volunteer. Some one must be ready to? Right?

"Well, come on now Athena." Allorie said into the microphone. I slowly made my way to the stage. Why wasn't someone volunteering? We always have volunteers! Allorie ushered me on to the stage. I could tell there was a look of pure shock on my face. I ran my fingers through my long blond hair to make sure it looked ok for the cameras.

"Now for the boys!" Allorie boomed.

Mikkel Harper

This was my year. It had to be. I had to prove to my dad I was worth something. I didn't want to be blamed for my mothers death any longer. I knew that when I came home a victor, that my dad would change. He would be proud of me. I deserved it. I had been training since I was seven for this. Ten years of preparation, and today was the day I volunteered. I looked over to the girls side and found Willow, she smiled and gave me a thumbs up. Willow was my best friend, even though she shot an arrow at my head once, it had brought us closer together. She taught me how to channel my anger into my fighting, making me well known for my abilities with my sword. The mayor was talking but I drowned him out in my mind, filling my brain with things I would have to do. Make sure to smile, and tell them your name. When you get to the Capitol, join the other careers until the end. Our escort, Allorie, was on the stage now. Her hand was in the girl's bowl. I decided I should probably start to pay attention. I didn't want to miss my shot.

"Athena Tasera" Allorie called. No one moved. I heard a few gasps from the girls side, but I wasn't sure what for. Then, slowly, a girl no taller than 5'5" walked out of the 16 year old section. She had beautiful long blond hair and wore a blue dress that ended at her knees. I noticed that no one was speaking up to volunteer. I found this odd, and even when she was up on stage, still no one volunteered. Well it looks like this will be my opponent. Judging by the look on her face I assumed she wasn't a career. Or at least not an average career. I noticed Allorie was moving to the boys side now, and I stood a little taller. I smoothed out my grey trousers and my light grey shirt. I ran my fingers through my chocolate coloured curls, getting a little anxious now.

"Robert Devine!" Allorie called out. I stepped out from the 17 year olds and raised my hand slightly.

"I volunteer." I say simply, walking up to the stage before I even saw this Robert character. Allorie nodded and helped me onto the stage. Although a little scary looking, she did seem nice enough.

"And what's your name, dear?" She asked holding the microphone closer to me now.

"Mikkel Harper." I said as clearly and confidently as I could.

"There you have it District One! Your tributes for the 96th annual Hunger Games! Athena Tasera and Mikkel Harper!" Everyone clapped and cheered. I reached out to shake Athena's hand, as you're supposed to. She seemed a little hesitant at first, but shook my hand anyway. After Allorie was done talking the peacekeepers took us into the justice building. Now to face my dad.

How was that? Was it too long, or too short? Please tell me! Also, I just drew out the tributes names from a basket to see who would win, and the other standings. So I want you all to know that it was all randomized

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