Face increased brutality under Thread's harsh new regime, with public punishments.

Become increasingly brutal under orders to suppress growing rebellion in the districts.

District 12's Capitol escort, bubbly but increasingly troubled by the Games.

Reveals his anger about the Capitol and desire for armed rebellion against their oppressors.

Former victor from District 12 and mentor to Katniss and Peeta.

Victor of the 74th Hunger Games, struggling with PTSD and President Snow's threats.

Katniss's mother, a former apothecary who withdrew after her husband's death.

High-ranking Peacekeepers who oversee operations in the districts during the unrest.

Co-victor trying to protect Katniss while maintaining their fake romance.

Hosts party where he subtly intimidates Katniss while introducing her to Plutarch Heavensbee.

Winners of the previous Quarter Quell Games, including Haymitch from the 50th Games.

Katniss's younger sister, the reason she volunteered for the first Games.

Young female Peacekeeper in District 12, more sympathetic than the others.

Historical record of previous Quarter Quells, including the 25th and 50th Games with special rules.

Districts that have begun to rebel against the Capitol, starting with District 8.

President Snow's various threats and intimidation tactics against Katniss and her loved ones.

New Head Peacekeeper in District 12, much harsher than his predecessor.

Friend of Katniss and Gale from District 12, mentioned in conversation.

Prim's beloved cat, initially disliked by Katniss but tolerated for Prim's sake.

Wealthy, fashion-obsessed citizens of the Capitol who attend parties and events.

Security forces protecting Capitol buildings and officials, including President Snow.

Wealthy Capitol citizens who attend President Snow's party where Katniss meets Plutarch.

Former Head Peacekeeper in District 12, more lenient than his replacement Thread.

Young Peacekeeper in District 12 who was friendly to Katniss.

Citizens of District 1 who work in luxury goods production and attend Victory Tour ceremony.

Mayor of District 1 (luxury goods) who hosts Katniss and Peeta during their Victory Tour.

Mayor of District 10 (livestock) who participates in Victory Tour ceremonies.

Citizens of District 11 who work in agriculture and witness the uprising during the Victory Tour.

Mayor of District 11 (agriculture) who hosts the tense Victory Tour stop where the uprising begins.

Brutal Peacekeepers who shoot the old man and maintain order during Katniss's visit to District 11.

Citizens of District 2 who work in masonry and Peacekeeper training, attend Victory Tour.

Mayor of District 2 (masonry/Peacekeepers) who participates in Victory Tour ceremonies.

Citizens of District 3 who work in electronics and technology, attend Victory Tour ceremony.

Mayor of District 3 (technology) who participates in the Victory Tour ceremonies.

Citizens of District 4 who work in fishing industry and attend Victory Tour ceremony.

Mayor of District 4 (fishing) who hosts Katniss and Peeta during their Victory Tour stop.

Mayor of District 5 (power) who participates in Victory Tour events.

Mayor of District 6 (transportation) who hosts Victory Tour ceremonies.

Mayor of District 7 (lumber) who participates in the Victory Tour.

Medical staff at the District 8 hospital who were bombed by the Capitol during the rebellion.

Mayor of District 8 (textiles) who greets Katniss and Peeta during their Victory Tour.

Citizens of District 8 who rose up in rebellion against the Capitol, later bombed in the hospital.

Injured rebels from District 8 who were being treated in the hospital before it was bombed.

Mayor of District 9 (grain) who hosts Victory Tour events.

The mayors of all districts who must host Victory Tour ceremonies and maintain order.

Various local officials in each district who coordinate with the Capitol and manage local affairs.

Soup seller at the Hob in District 12.

Gale's mother who works as a healer and washerwoman in District 12.

Face increased scrutiny and punishment under Thread's harsh regime.

Katniss's deceased father who died in a mine explosion, taught her to hunt and sing.

Prim's goat, purchased with Katniss's winnings and provider of milk and cheese.

Neighbor who helps watch Prim while Katniss is away.

Mayor's daughter and Katniss's friend, who gave her the mockingjay pin.

Mayor of District 12, father to Madge and politically careful.

Wealthier citizens of District 12 who own shops and businesses, including the bakery.

Hybrid birds that can repeat human songs, created from Capitol jabberjays and mockingbirds.

Peeta's father who runs the bakery in District 12. Kind man who once gave bread to starving Katniss.

Peeta's harsh mother who runs the bakery with her husband. Known for her sharp tongue.

Mayor's wife, mother to Madge, suffers from headaches and takes medicine.

Elderly man in District 11 who whistles the mockingjay tune after Katniss's speech, then gives the...

Peeta's two older brothers who work in the family bakery.

New Head Gamemaker who replaced Seneca Crane.

Gale's little sister, the youngest of the Hawthorne children.

Young girl at President Snow's party who admires Katniss's mockingjay dress.

Various symbols of resistance including the mockingjay pin and three-finger salute.

Black market alcohol seller at the Hob who was whipped by Thread.

Person mentioned in District 12 conversation, friend of Katniss and Gale.

One of Gale's younger brothers.

Deceased tribute from District 11 who Katniss allied with and mourns during the Victory Tour.

Rue's mother, father and siblings who Katniss meets during the Victory Tour in District 11.

Coal miners who work in the dangerous mines of District 12, mostly from the Seam.

Former Head Gamemaker who was executed for allowing two victors in the 74th Games.

Present during Gale's whipping, showing concern for his friend.

Deceased tribute from District 11 who spared Katniss in the first Games, honored during Victory...

Thresh's grandmother and other family members who Katniss meets during the Victory Tour in District...

One of Gale's younger brothers.

Capitol officials who coordinate and oversee the Victory Tour ceremonies in each district.

Enhanced security forces deployed during the Victory Tour to prevent uprising.

Capitol employees who operate and staff the luxurious train during the Victory Tour.