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Caesar: Ladies and gentlemen! Please welcome London Candlestickmaker! How are you London?
London: Good, sir, Confident.
Caesar: Ah, you think you'll win?
London: Absolutely. You want to hear something about me, sir?
Caesar: Sure, go ahead, London.
London: Thank you. When I make a promise, I keep that promise. Always. And I made a promise to my little brother that I would return no matter what. So I'm going to win.
Crowd: Awwwwwwww
Caesar: That's very touching. Now I heard that you travel a lot, is that right?
London: Yeah, I've been to every district. I even know most of the tributes, including Ash, who I'm friends with. I know their weaknesses.
Crowd: Ooooh.
Caesar: I see. What went through your head when your name was called at the reaping, London?
London: Both fear and excitement. I was scared because I have someone I have to take care of, I have things to do. But I'm excited because I know I'll have a much better life after I win.
London flashes an amazing smile at the crowd, crowd cheers.
Caesar: You are a bit cocky, aren't you?
Caesar smiles.
London: I'm just being honest. Nothing more to it.
Another stunning smile, more cheers.
Caesar: You know I just love that suit you're wearing. Tell me about it.
London: Oh, this? It's fabulous, huh? It's a overall suit. Really shows my pride for my district.
Caesar: How is district 11?
London: Well I've spent my whole life there except for my traveling. We barely ever win the games but I plan to bring plenty of pride to my district this year.
Crowd nods in agreement.
Caesar: How do you like the capital so far?
London: It's fantastic. I love all the people too.
Crowd: Cheers.
Caesar: Why thank you. *Crowd laughs* You know London, you have a very odd name.
London: I believe it forces people to notice me. They might not remember a 'George Jones' or something, but they'll remember London Candlestickmaker. Now Caesar, can I ask you something?
Caesar: Ha ha, go right ahead.
London: Well, you might not know it, but I'm actually pretty nervous. How am I doing?
Caesar: Oh, London. Let's let the audience decide.
Crowd cheers extremely loudly. London gets up and gives three overly exuberant bows. The crowd cheers louder.
Caesar: Does that answer your question?
London: Yes, sir, it does.
London gives another of his award winning smiles.
Caesar: I think we have time for one more question, London. Is there a special girl back home?
London: Afraid not. Apparently girls don't like amazingly dark black hair, skin as white as snow, stunning blue eyes, and a strong body. I guess that's just not known as attractive.
Crowd laughs and cheers.
Caesar: I'm sure there is one, you just don't know it. This interview has gone on too long, so sadly we must end it now. Give it up for London!!!
London: Thank you!!! Thank you very much!!!
London: Good, sir, Confident.
Caesar: Ah, you think you'll win?
London: Absolutely. You want to hear something about me, sir?
Caesar: Sure, go ahead, London.
London: Thank you. When I make a promise, I keep that promise. Always. And I made a promise to my little brother that I would return no matter what. So I'm going to win.
Crowd: Awwwwwwww
Caesar: That's very touching. Now I heard that you travel a lot, is that right?
London: Yeah, I've been to every district. I even know most of the tributes, including Ash, who I'm friends with. I know their weaknesses.
Crowd: Ooooh.
Caesar: I see. What went through your head when your name was called at the reaping, London?
London: Both fear and excitement. I was scared because I have someone I have to take care of, I have things to do. But I'm excited because I know I'll have a much better life after I win.
London flashes an amazing smile at the crowd, crowd cheers.
Caesar: You are a bit cocky, aren't you?
Caesar smiles.
London: I'm just being honest. Nothing more to it.
Another stunning smile, more cheers.
Caesar: You know I just love that suit you're wearing. Tell me about it.
London: Oh, this? It's fabulous, huh? It's a overall suit. Really shows my pride for my district.
Caesar: How is district 11?
London: Well I've spent my whole life there except for my traveling. We barely ever win the games but I plan to bring plenty of pride to my district this year.
Crowd nods in agreement.
Caesar: How do you like the capital so far?
London: It's fantastic. I love all the people too.
Crowd: Cheers.
Caesar: Why thank you. *Crowd laughs* You know London, you have a very odd name.
London: I believe it forces people to notice me. They might not remember a 'George Jones' or something, but they'll remember London Candlestickmaker. Now Caesar, can I ask you something?
Caesar: Ha ha, go right ahead.
London: Well, you might not know it, but I'm actually pretty nervous. How am I doing?
Caesar: Oh, London. Let's let the audience decide.
Crowd cheers extremely loudly. London gets up and gives three overly exuberant bows. The crowd cheers louder.
Caesar: Does that answer your question?
London: Yes, sir, it does.
London gives another of his award winning smiles.
Caesar: I think we have time for one more question, London. Is there a special girl back home?
London: Afraid not. Apparently girls don't like amazingly dark black hair, skin as white as snow, stunning blue eyes, and a strong body. I guess that's just not known as attractive.
Crowd laughs and cheers.
Caesar: I'm sure there is one, you just don't know it. This interview has gone on too long, so sadly we must end it now. Give it up for London!!!
London: Thank you!!! Thank you very much!!!
Jaybing gulped as her turn came. She hated large crowds of people, especially Capitol people, staring at her. She stood up, the coal black dress she was wearing, with small lights on the bottom, swooped around her feet as she stepped forward."Ah, welcome, welcome," Caesar beamed at her, "Jay Bing from district twelve, wave to the crowd."
She smiled nervously, waved, and then sat, "Hello."
"Now then, Jay. How do you feel about all of this? I mean, being picked for the Games," he asked.
"Well, I..." she took a deep breath, "I'll admit I was very afraid when I got picked, but in a sense I'm happy, it's my chance to prove that I can do something. Even if I die, at least I'll have died with pride."
The crowd was stunned for a moment, then cheered widly, earning them a grin from Jay.
Caesar smiled, "I see. Well, what about family, any one you're going to miss?"
She hesitated, "No. I only have my father, but ya know," she then pretended to whisper, "He's kinda crazy," gaining a chuckle from the crowd, "But if my mom was here...I'd do everything I could to stay alive."
He nodded, "I see. What about a crush? Any special someones?"
"No," she laughed, "Not yet anyways," she winked at a camera.
He chuckled, "Very nice. What have you enjoyed about the Capitol so far?"
"Hm...well, it's very nice. Much better than home," she looked around a bit, "But, I'd have to say that my favorite part has been the food. I mean, it's just so good!"
Caesar laughed, "Ah, I believe I can relate," to add to the joke he poked his stomach.
"I'm afraid I'll have a bowl full of jelly soon," she admitted.
He laughed, "Yes, it may happen occassionaly. So, tell me about your mother. What was she like?"
"Well...she was kind, always very nice to anyone. She also helped keep my dad in line and worked very hard in the mines. Every night after she'd get home, she'd tuck me in, and tell me some story. That was my favorite thing about her," she said.
"I'm sorry to hear that she passed on," Caesar said, "Now, last question. Do you think you have a shot at winning?"
She looked directly at the cameras as she said, "I do. Because I won't go down without a fight."
The crowd cheered and Caesar smiled at her, "That's Jay Bing, district twelve tribute!"
Jay stood and grinned, "Thank you all so much!"
She waved and then went back to her seat.
~Aislinn Fairchild, District 7~Wearing: (view spoiler)
Caesar: Please put your hand together for Aislinn Fairchild, our District 7 tribute.
*Aislinn glides in and smiles warmly at Caesar and the crowd*
A: Oh, my name is such a mouthful. Honestly, Caesar, you can call me Ash. Everyone does.
C: Ok, then, Ash, tell us about how you think your Training went. Do you think you'll get a high score?
A: That's a bit of a secret, isn't it? While I'm not one for ambiguous threats, I don't want to let all the tributes know my strengths.
C: *speaking to the crowd* We've got ourselves a smart cookie here, don't we, folks?
*Crowd cheers*
C: But, surely, Ash, there must be something you can tell us about the training?
A: Well... Let's just say, had the other tributes seen me, I'd probably have a line of wannabe alliances outside my door.
C:*chuckling* Confident, aren't we?
A:Of course! I don't see much competition waiting for me.
C:*laughing* Not even in Mr. London? You two know each other, am I right?
*Ash blushes a little, causing the crowd to wolf whistle.
A: Oh, come off it! To answer your question, Caesar, yeah, I know London. In District 4, part of our Career training is visiting each district with special skills or weapons. It's kind of an attempt to expand our skill range. I met London on one of those trips.
C: Interesting. Now, tell me about your district token. That symbol... It's very exotic looking, isn't it? What does it mean? Don't you think the necklace might be a liability in the Arena?
A: I suppose it could be, but it doesn't matter to me. I haven't taken off this chain for a while.
C: Really? Well, do tell us about the charm.
A: Well, it actually was gifted to me in two separate parts. They were coordinated together, of course, but they came from two different people. The rune on the locket can be popped off, and that part was given to me by my mother and father.
C: Any special occasion?
A: Oh... Um, I got this in honor of a relative of mine passing. I was there when she died, and I helped put her out of pain as much as I could. The rune, it is supposed to symbolize being fearless.
C: Do you have any other family back home?
A: My parents, my older brother, and my younger sister. That's pretty much it. I have a cousin, on my Mother's side, but he lives in District 10.
C: Did your siblings get you the locket, then?
A: *blushing* Oh, uh, no. No, that was my b-er, i mean, my friend. Just a friend.
C: Ah, so you have a special someone waiting for you back home. What's his name? Oh, come on, don't be shy. Out with it now. *Addressing crowd* Don't you want to know the name of that lucky boy?
*Crowd cheers yes*
A: *Blushing harder* Oh, ah, well, his name is Stark.
C: *shocked* Stark Belikov? The victor from the Hunger Games a few years back?
A: *Nods slowly*
C: Well, isn't that something. Did he come to see you? After you were reaped?
A: Oh, yeah, of course.
C: And what did he say to you?
A: He told me that I better try my best, for him, if for no one else. He said he loved me, and if I died, he would probably die, too. And he said that if I didn't work my hardest to stay alive, he'd kill me himself. Maybe not exactly in that order.
C: Tough love, huh?
A: Not really. That was the only thing that could have possibly encouraged me any. Stark doesn't make empty promises. *smiles wryly, but tears are in her eyes*
C: Did he give you any tips? He'll have the experience, of course.
A: Yeah, he told me some general tips. Not gonna say much more than that. I don't wanna help out the other tributes.
C: Ah, wouldn't want that, would we? Anyways, looks like that all the time we have. Ladies and gentlemen, please give a round of applause for Aislinn Fairchild!
(Aislinn walks off the stage, furious that she had to act so amiable towards the people who were just waiting to see her die.)
I forgot my outfit!!! This is the only one I found sadly... It's the guy obviously. The only difference is that London makes it look good. :D
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Aris: I’m Aris from District 7
Caesar: There are rumours going around that you are exceptionally skilled at using an axe. Is that true?
Aris: Yes, that is true.
Caesar: But people say your good at chopping trees, is chopping people the same concept?
Aris: It is except you have to use a vertical grip rather than a horizontal grip. Otherwise, it’s literally the same thing!
Casear: Tell us more about where you come from.
Aris: District 7 is amazing! We harvest wood and therefore nearly every male must learn to wield an axe.
Casear: Do you enjoy fighting much?
Aris: I hate it! I hate it! I hate it! But I will do it to live and to bring riches and glory to District 7.
Casear: So you think you will win?
Aris: I don’t like saying it, but I am undeniably muscular. I will win these Games easy peasy.
Casear: You seem to be confident!
Aris: I’m not. I’m usually quiet but I’ve prepared this interview for quite a while now
Casear: I see. Tell us more about your family
Aris: They... All died... A giant tree fell on my dad, my mum died of sickness and my big sister... AHAHAHAH!!! She died in the HUNGER GAMES!!! AHAHAAHAHAHAHAHHA!
Casear: Awwww. That’s sad to hear. What’s your motivation to win?
Aris: To avenge my sister who died in the Hunger Games. I want to destroy the Capital and will do that in the form of winning these Hunger Games!
Casear: I see, you’re out to win bad. Now to wrap up this session, what do you think you will score at training?
Aris: A 9 or 10. I doubt I’ll get lower!
Caesar: Hello, Miss Luana! We're very glad to have you here with us tonight, aren't we? *Audience cheers*Luana: Thankyou very much, Caesar!
Caesar: So, how's the Capitol? Different from home, I'm guessing!
Luana: Yes, it's very different! Much less crops, haha!
Caesar: I'm sure! Now, do you have any special skills that you're excited to show off in the arena?
Luana: Well, my mentor has instructed me to keep my skills a secret. We wouldn't want to tip off the other tributes, would we, Caesar?
Caesar: Of course not! Now, let's go right back to Reaping Day. What were you feeling when your name was read out?
Luana: Oh, Caesar, I was terrified! I've never been so far away from my family and friends, and I don't even know if I'll be going back home!
Caesar: Yes, I'm sure it was hard for all of our tributes to say good bye to their loved ones. Who came to say goodbye to you?
Luana: Well, my parents did. They were a mess! But I told them to stop crying, because I had a good feeling I would be coming home.
Caesar: Anyone else?
Luana: Yes, my boyfriend, Vincent.
Caesar: And what did he say to you?
Luana: He told me that he loved me. *Audience 'AW'* And that I needed to win this for everyone in District 9.
Caesar: That is certainly very sweet. So, are you just itching to get into that arena?
Luana: Now, Caesar, if you were about to be put into an arena filled with murderous adolescents, would you be excited? *Says with mischivous grin*
Caesar: Well! I guess not! But I'm sure you'll do a fabulous job!
Luana: Thank you, Caesar. Oh, before I leave, I would just like to thank my stylist for creating the most beautiful gown for me tonight!
Caesar: Well, it sure is beautiful! *crowd applause*
Caesar: That's all the time we have with you tonight, Luana. But may the odds be ever in your favour for the Games!
Luana: Thankyou Caesar.
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"Cami!" Caesar said, excitedly.
"Hi Caesar!" She said back.
"It's so great to see you, and you look fabulous tonight, if you don't mind me saying."
"I know right? It's such a beautiful dress."
"You're so stunning!"
"Thanks Caesar."
"I'd love to know, what are you like?" Caesar said.
"I'm everything. I'm just myself, really. I'm whatever you want to be. I'm just a sweet little girl."
"So how's life in district 2?"
"It's life. Training, running, learning, working."
"I see. Here in the capitol it's a bit different. What do you like about the capitol?"
"The elevators, we don't have these in D2. And the sun. I live in the dark a lot."
"Quite informative. So are you going to wins the games?"
"That's why I'm here. I plan on succeeding."
"Confidence is key, they say, Cami! And that you have? Is that dangerous?"
"The games are dangerous. I'm just here to win. *winks*"
"So what are you good at?"
"Shooting with a bow. Running, fighting, hiding, killing being here, and most of all winning. That's me."
"Sounds great! Sadly, we're out of time, Cami!"
"Nice to see you Caesar. I'll see you in a couple weeks. *wink*"
"There's the confidence!"
Caesar Flickerman: Welcome (your charrie). So you are from (district). What is it like there?
Your charrie: Answer the question.
And so on.
You don't have to use this it is just a example.