Del Segna

"We're going to survive this,"
- Del Segna to Acacia, in the Arena

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Backstory
Del Segna comes from District 7. She was born there and has lived there all her life. Del Segna loves climbing - ever since she was young, she'd practice climbing with the tallest trees she could find, thus become an extremely skilled climber. She loves going to the Main Marketplace to look at all the products, which, coincidentally, was where she met her closest friend and now perhaps lover, Acacia.

Training
Del Segna's training was full of learning and trying new things. In her days at Training, she learned about herbs, poisons, and how to swim. She was taught about herbs by one of her closest, now deceased friends, Quill. They would spend hours together working with different types of herbs, to which Del grew very fond of Quill. Del Segna taught Quill how to swim, always staying patient. They had fun training together, growing as close as siblings - brother and sister. Acacia and Del Segna reconnected at Training, aswell. It had been years since they had spoken, but seeing each other again tied them together, forging an unbreakable bond. They train together often, learning how to swim together and climbing the treetops. They race-climb to the top, sitting together and learning more about each other. Acacia gives Del an emerald green heart necklace from 7, a symbol of their friendship and bond. Del holds it extremely close, and to this day they both continue to treasure and hold onto them. Del Segna met Raptor and Hawk (both of which are now deceased) and they became allies, forming a group of Del Segna, Acacia, Raptor, Hawk and Quill. Del Segna watched during Training as Acacia fell in love with Hornet, the male Tribute from their District. She didn't approve, knowing it was foolish to love in the Games. They argued, both of them too stubborn to see the other's side. Hawk and Del meet, and are friendly to each other. Del Segna's training session goes very well, and she, alongside Tsunami, finish with the highest scores among all of the Tributes. Her training session consists of swimming through floodwater, jumping from log to log. She impresses the Gamemakers and Capitol alike, gaining respect for herself and her name.

''"Del Segna padded into the room, head held high. She nodded respectfully to the Gamemakers. “Del Segna, District 7.” She said in a confident tone. She workse a defiant but respectful expression. Her yellow eyes flashed. She padded over to the swimming area, streching. She pushed the flash flood button, waiting for it to turn on. The water swelled and began to churn wildly. It was as strong as a waterfall as it rushed past her. She walked over to a pile of logs, using her nose to nudge them into the river. She took a breath, before nodding to the Gamemakers. She stepped into the rushing water, letting it carry her. Although the water was strong, she was stronger. She swam swiftly, as graceful as a fish. She kept herself afloat, calm. She didn’t struggle or panic. As she neared a log, she unsheathed her claws, and hooked on. She pulled herself up, keeping her balanced with her claws. She crouched and leaped for another log, all the while the water churned faster and faster around her. She leaped to another log again, quickly latching on, sticking her tail out for extra balance. Finally, she dove back underwater. She held her breath for a minute, letting the cold water flatten her fur. She emerged from the water as quickly as she had gotten in. She shook out her pelt, spraying drops of water in every direction. She smiled at the gamemakers, bowing. “Thank you,” she said. She nodded, and padded out of the room."''

Acacia and Del Segna are very well received at the Tribute Parade, becoming Capitol favorites. Their outfits are silky green with golden ribbons, signifying their District's nature and forests. ''"The chariot is being pulled by dark, jet black horses. It's a beautiful dark hunter green with shimmering gold flecks dotted all over, glowing like iridescent fireflies. The chariot is decorated with small, gold outlined green leaves. Sitting atop the thick, velvet cushions are District 7's female tributes, Del Segna and Acacia. The two sit tall, gazes proud, pelt smooth and expressions regal. Acacia's glossy brown pelt shines against the vibrant light, making her fur look golden. Her eyes are full of triumph and pride, and they scan over the audience warmly. She’s dressed in a gorgeous hunter green top with golden ribbons trailing behind. She sits with her head high, showing the Capitol and the rest of the District’s just how unfazed she is by the Games. Under her eyes are speckled with golden glitter. Del Segna is just as poised in her matching uniform and glitter, expression defiant. Her tail is neatly wrapped around her paws, her golden ribbons matching her striking eyes. She looks directly to the cameras, eyes narrowed in slits, as if daring someone to oppose her and Acacia. The two sit side by side, looking prominent and powerful. As they're pulled to the center of the room, they both flash charismatic grins. The crowd explodes into cheers as the two sit straighter, eyes flashing. A child calls out from the crowd, “Acacia! Del Segna!” Acacia waves graciously and Del Segna winks, only making the crowd grow louder. They both stand up, their tails twining, raised to the ceiling. They let out triumphant yowl. “We are District 7!” They cheered."'' Her Interview goes smoothly, no problems arising. She's charismatic and respectful, answering any and all questions with ease. Her outfit is a mix of golds, whites and yellows, complimenting her piercing eyes. Her charisma helped raise her score, adding the points she needed to make a name for herself, her District and even Acacia. Her outfit is designed by Round 1's Victor, Fennec Atopilous Glace.

The cats she met in Training greatly helped her in the Games - they were most of the reason she survived.

Arena/Games
The round started abruptly, leaving Del Segna and her allies reeling. She, Acacia and Quill and a few others immediately grabbed supplies and fled. Del Segna was able to grab a small tarpaulin and a water bottle, Quill grabbing large purple backpack, cloth, dried meat, matches, and a short rope, while Acacia grabbed matches, an empty water bottle, and sleeping bag. They found shelter in one of the canyon's cave, storing their supplies and making camp. Hornet also accompanied them seving little use - which only angered Del more. The first few days were quiet. Not much happened, and Del Segna and her group did not get into any fatal fights - or any at all for that matter. Everyone was on edge, terrified that the next cannon to go off would be one of them.

The group is made up of Hawk, Quill, Acacia and Del Segna as of then, with the exception of another Ally group made up of Raptor, Tsunami and Burmuse.

Del Segna and Acacia grow closer, the trauma of the Games bonding them. Del continues to disapprove of Hornet, as an Ally and as a lover to Acacia. She argued that he didn't pull his weight, that he was going to ruin their chances. Acacia still refused to listen to Del, keeping him close. Hornet was cowardly, scared easily - he was no good in a fight. Hornet, much to Acacia's horror, is killed off later by the Capitol. Acacia is left in agony, Del in disbelief. The group is left confused and disoriented from their loss, leaving them scrambling. Morsus Mihi, another male Tribute joins their group. Del Segna and the others are wary, but Acacia isn't. Acacia, still grief-stricken because of Hornet and angry at Del, grew closer to Morsus, giving him her full trust. Feelings began to develop between them, and once again, Del did not approve. Del thought him suspicious - she was unsure of his motives, her instinct telling her that he was only using them. All over again, Del could see Acacia falling in love. Del becomes worried for Acacia - she worries that she's giving too much, too much only to be heartbroken all over again. At the same time, Rain, another Tribute, joined the group. He was calmer and quieter, but held himself well. He was well-liked, and became friends with the group - including Acacia.

Del Segna's theories about Morsus come true when he betrays the group, killing Rain. Del is furious, Acacia heartbroken, Morsus determined to get away and the rest of the group confused. Del Segna and Acacia go after him, filled with rage. They fight him, injuring him brutally, showing no mercy. Del Segna and Acacia are fueled by anger, furious at his betrayal. He's fatally injured, barely holding on. In the fight, he is knocked unconscious - but, he manages to get away, leaving Acacia and Del battered, tensions high. The group is down to Del, Acacia, Quill, and Hawk. They've all grown wary, mistrustful of any new Tributes who they face. Acacia, seemingly, was done with love - her lovers were both gone, leaving her depressed. Rain, who had been killed by Morsus, had become a ghost, and continued to follow their group. Acacia, horrified at his death, was still grieving. Rain felt awful, dismayed at the fact that they weren't able to grow closer. Instead of letting their relationship die off, Rain appeared to Acacia as a ghost, in an attempt to comfort and talk to her. They talked frequently, whenever they could - Acacia was overjoyed, and slowly, slowly she began to feel for Rain. Even as a ghost, she developed feelings for him, Rain feeling the same. Del Segna was aware of their love, but felt guilty. When Rain was alive, she was cold, not thrilled at the idea of having yet another ally. During his afterlife and time with Acacia, she tried her best to be supportive, trying to make up for past mistakes.

Time goes by, and things begin to move faster. Hawk is killed by Burmuse, leaving Del reeling and grief-stricken. She's dejected, horrified at the loss of one of her friends. Del and Acacia find themselves getting into more and more fights, the stakes raising higher and higher. While out of camp and exploring the Canyon, Del Segna and Acacia come face to face with Pebble, a silvery female Tribute. Realizing the danger, Acacia and Del fight her, wounding her until she's no longer able to fight. Del Segna makes the final blow, ending Pebble. She's horrified that she's just killed a cat, not able to fully comprehend th fact that Pebble died at her paws. Acacia and Del return to camp, where Quill realizes Del is acting odd. He questions her, realizing something has happened. He eventually discovers that Del killed Pebble, and is filled with disbelief at Del. He's angry at her, and she's avoiding him, knowing he disapproved. Tension arises between them, Quill disappointed at her actions and Del still in shock. Everyone is tense - all the Tributes in the group have their guard up. Soon after, the natural disasters begin. During one of the quieter days at camp, an earthquake begins, terrifying Del and her group, and triggering a monstrous flash flood. The waters rise, leaving them no choice but to flee. Del, Acacia and Quill take the supplies they can, going as high up as they can. To Del's horror, Quill slips and is swept away by the water, vanishing. Del Segna screams, trying to go after him. Acacia holds her back, trying to keep her alive and safe. Del is furious, refusing to talk to Acacia. For a time, she blames her for Quill's disappearance, blinded by her anger. In time, Del learns to forgive her. The incident brings their group down to just her and Acacia, leaving them alone.