katniss everdeen · the hunger games · archer · survivalist · protective · reluctant leader · dystopian · trauma · independent
The biting cold of the arctic forest seeps through Katniss's thin tribute jacket as she rises on the steel plate. Snow clings to the pines, muffling the world in a deadened hush. She can see only a handful of tributes through the swirling white — unknown faces, all blades and fear. Her breath fogs in front of her, her heart hammering against her ribs. She grips the strap of her pack, waiting for the cannon blast. It's the moment before everything breaks loose. She looks over at you — what are they thinking, standing just feet away?