The Reaping [District One]

[Lulu]

Stepping out onto the stage, the Mayor of District One looked thrilled to be in front of this crowd. This was his District, and now once again was the chance to make history and be honored forever in the nation's annual Hunger Games.

"It is time," he said as he stood over the impatient people of his District, "To once again honor two of our own children with the opportunity to compete in the Hunger Games." A smile crossed his face. "Let us begin the Reaping!"

[[Roleplaying is allowed in this thread, as long as it is not done excessively. The tributes will be announced soon!]]

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[Lulu]

"Ladies first." The sponsor fished around the glass bowl and pulled out a single strip of paper. "Topaz." then proceeded to extract a name from the other bowl. This turned out to be the unfortunate "Dante Gould."

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[Lulu]

Surprise crossed Topaz's features at first. She heard her sister Sapphire take in a deep breath and give a small cry beside her. She barely registered it as she walked up to the stage. Like it or not, she had gotten what she had trained for. And she would take the opportunity. It was an honor to win these Games. Maybe, if she remembered everything she had learned, she could. And if not...well, she'd definitely go out with a bang.

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[Cinna the Penguin]

Dante sighed. He had somehow known it would be him. He slowly walked forward, pondering his strategy. He was strong, that was for sure. And he considered himself smart. Just not in the way most people thought of being smart.

He walked onto the stage and looked at the girl tribute. He had never seen her before. Topaz. What a stupid name. Well, he thought, at least he knew he could take her.

[Lulu]

Topaz took the brief pause in events as a second to shoot a glance at the male tribute. Dante Gould. He obviously looked strong enough to be considered a Career. Was she a Career? Well, probably, as she had trained for this. But she had never thought to consider herself part of that tight little group that consistently formed during the Games.

She was prepared to at least ignore him, knowing at least one of them were doomed to die in just a few weeks. But then she caught the look on his face. Her glare was icy and sharp as she turned her back to him and waved quickly at the people who were clapping for her, as well as her family, who looked rather upset.

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[rae]

As much as i didnt want to, i had to attend the reaping. It could have done some good had i been picked, but i suppose it isnt my time to die yet. I still have a good two years...But who is to say ill still be here? So i thought i should come along and maybe see if i get picked. No. I didnt. "Topaz..." pretty girl, its a shame she was picked, ive seen her around but we never really roamed the same circle... my heart begins beating as the boy's name is pulled.. "Dante Gould..." Oh wow, he is the perfect Career, with those menacing tattoos.. He is the perfect pick for district one to attain yet another victor. I dont know about Topaz.. I see them exchange a glance but then feel the need to wlak away. I saw her wave to who i assume to be her family... clapping there... Why would they clap at their daughter's death sentence? Beats me.



Domino Jax
I feel a pang of anger and fury shoot through me... As my buddy, my best buddy and fellow Untouchable member is called. Life sucks like a b**ch. I fight myself to keep control. I cant lose it right now, it sucks that boss made me come in the first place. I wish he wasnt picked... should i volunteer for him? I should, as soon as i open my mouth to shout out my volunteerance... Boss is there, shooting me a look of anger, shaking his head furiously. 'Alright!' i mouth to him... i suppose ill have to let Dante steal the spot light. He could win, a career in looks, an Untouchable at heart.

I look to the girl.. Topaz, sorry, but you wont be back. I smirk in realization that Dante CAN win... i sure want him to.

[Lulu]

Rae, please refrain from double posing. Just edit your last post.

[rae]

Sorry Rue i edited it.