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Name: Arkas Voylen

District: 7

Age: 18

Gender: Male

Personality: Arkas is a quiet and odd individual. He prefers to spend his time to himself, and he doesn't really socialize with people he doesn't really know. He does have some friends that he is extremely close with, and when he isn't alone, he spends all of his time with them. Others find him slightly odd and off-putting; they don't think he's mean or anything, just some of his mannerisms that are common with him around his friends, others find odd. He can be somewhat defensive if someone irritates him or someone says something stupid, but generally, he is a kind and rational individual. Liking to be alone in the woods behind his small shack in District 8, he is seen as the dark horse and interesting kid from District 8. He rarely talks to others, and when he does, he is quite sarcastic and jokey. His sense of humor is really dry, and he intentionally, but with grace insults others. He can do it and make others laugh without the brunt of the joke being aware it was about him. He has a wise and earthly aura about him, and if someone actually needs serious advice, he is there for them. He can put aside his quiet and jokey nature if someone is in dire need of help or advice. Sometimes, with the right person, he is quite likable.

Appearance: He is extremely tall (taller than the majority of people), an he is very skinny and lanky. His skin is very pale and white, and it is a creamy sand color. He has large, almost alien-esque eyes, and they are an alluring and caring olive green color. They have flecks of gray in them. He always has dark bags and circles under his eyes, but for some reason, they work with him. He has large and long lips, and they are a dusty rose color. His hair is a very dark gray with a hint of light gray and brown in it. His hair is styled into a very messy bedhead/spiky style. He always has a sad, forlorn or shocked look on his face. He is quite cute, and people think he is adorable. He has a tattoo on on each forearm, one on the right wrist and one on each ankle. He has a three moles on the right side of his face that form an arc.

Strengths: Though he may not be extremely physically adept, his larger stature can make him a physical threat for anyone smaller than him, and he could probably match up to people near his height. He is a very fast runner, so he can escape quickly. He has a fiery spirit, and will do anything (even turn on someone) to get home.

Weaknesses: He has little to no endurance, so he either has to kill his target fast, or run to a safe location. Not a very good hunter of food. Bad at plant identification.

Fears: Being completely alone in pitch black dark with creepy noises. Being close to fire.

Weapon of Choice: The main weapon he uses is an ax.

Additional Weapons: He can also use a sword for close range, and throwing knives for longer distances.

Weight: 210

Height: 6'5

Backstory: Despite being raised in the lumber-making District, Arkas grew up with an intensely artistic upbringing. He had an amazing childhood with very happy and supportive parents, friends and siblings (two sisters named Aensley and Kaila, and a brother named Kree). He never really clicked with the intense support, finding it uncomfortable, so he spent most of his time sketching in the woods behind his house, and in general, day-dreaming about a better world. This time he spent alone and away from his supportive parents caused him to become dis-attached to most people. When he was about 12, he made a shocking discovery. While all the boys in the District 7 schoolhouse were developing crushes on all the girls, and vice-versa, Arkas was having a crush on a boy. A boy named Airin was the the object of his affection. Being scared of these new feelings, and what the reaction of everyone around him may be, he hid these feelings from everyone. Eventually, five years later, the stress and pressure of not being able to be himself got to him, and he told Airin that he loved him. And what did Airin do? Airin beat the sh*t out of him. Black eyes, bloody nose, broken teeth; it's a wonder Arkas got back to his home alive. When he got back home, his parents asked what happened to him, of course he told them. And what did they do? Kick him out for being homosexual. He almost immediately got work in a local lumber-mill, and eventually bought a small local shack. He met his boyfriend at said lumber-mill, and after a year together, they moved into his home. They were happy. . . until Arkas was reaped three weeks before he turned 19. He will do anything in his power to return home to his loved one.

Token: A small wooden ring given to him by his boyfriend (sorry. . . both of my guy tributes are gay).

Alliance: Yes, he is completely open to alliances, but only with people he knows he can completely trust. However, when he feels he doesn't need them, he will kill them.

Bloodbath Plan: He will run towards the Cornucopia, but he will only stay for a few seconds. He will grab a pack or two from the edge of the Cornucopia, but he wont look for fights, and he'll keep aware of his surroundings. Leave as fast as possible.

Games Plan: He will be smart about where in the arena he chooses to go to and rest in. He will move everyday, and he will never stay in the same spot for more than 6 hours. He will not make himself out to be a threat, and will only kill if he's attacked. He will not make himself noticeable.

Interview Plan: Be charming and cute, with hints and undertones of a sarcastic and dry humored kid. Mention his boyfriend so people feel sympathy. Answer all questions politely and accurately. Be, in general, a cutie. :3