#pb127

[maverickmontana]

“This is rigged,” Maverick said, frowning at the slot machine which had just taken all his money and given him absolutely nothing. Fortunately, he’d only brought twenty bucks tonight, not willing to lose any more than that (because he didn’t have any more than that). “Word to the wise, don’t play this one.”

[liliana-cannon]

Gamma remained tense, watching Jeannie’s head bob around the room nearby unwaveringly. She hated the first ball she’d come to in the Capitol, and hated every last one ensuing. They were raucous, disgusting displays of excess, and tonight’s was no exception. She’d had hopes that perhaps a new destination may make it more tolerable, but alas, it hadn’t.  She cleared her throat as someone stepped in her view of Jeannie, straightening and gesturing for them to move. “Please step aside,” she commanded, eyes flickering back and forth between Jeannie and the person. 

[alder-reid]

“You told me to find you if I get pissed off, right? Well I’m pissed off.” He touched Maverick’s arm, already starting to guide him away from the ballroom. He needed some fucking fresh air. He’d promised to not get into any fights this time, especially after the run-in he’d had with Lysander the day before, and to track down Maverick before he did anything stupid. 

“Some stupid-- stupid fucking Gamemaker--” He couldn’t even get it out, though, his free hand shook and his heart thudded in his ears. He couldn’t see anything but Maverick and the door out of here.

@maverickmontana​

[slateskylar]

“So you’re famous,” Slate said, hand full of playing cards as he sat at one of the poker tables. The game had been paused so some sponsors could fight over something, and he had noticed Forty nearby. “But why have I never heard of you?”

@fortyloves

[cadebentley-archived]

“Hey there, world traveler.” Cade bumped Clementine’s shoulder lightly in greeting, joining her table. “Been on any misadventures through Panem lately?”

@lastpetals​

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[everettlance]

“I don’t want you to get the wrong impression,” Everett said, slinging his arms around Cade from behind. “You and I are friends, real friends. Not just fuck buddies.” He moved around him so he could see him more clearly, though ‘clearly’ in this context was not all that clear, as he was very fucking high right now and he felt like he was ascending above the plane Cade was on. “But also, those tights are doing wonders for you.”

@cadebentley​

[hestiaember]

“Did you see the cookies? They’re decorated like poker chips.” She joined Luca, her cheeks already a little pink by being next to him, and handed him a plate of one of the cookies. They were... something. They’d gone on a date, it had been really nice, she’d enjoyed herself and he seemed to enjoy herself too. But now there was a strange pressure to not mess it up, to make sure he didn’t suddenly decide she wasn’t worth it after all. Only the thought of him rejecting her made her chest ache-- what did that mean? “They’re almost too realistic to eat.”

@luca-acero​

[inspiringruleandkill]

Rattlesnake Bite (by Kayla)

Beware high noon in the desert lest you be bitten by this delectable cocktail! A lemon margarita with lime-salt around the rim a punch of sour cherry at the bottom.

Just Married (by Kayla)

This drink is as sweet as true love's first kiss! To celebrate the Games' take on getting married in Vegas, this berry-sugar sweet cocktail is concocted with strawberry puree, a healthy splash of gin, champagne, and a hint of mint. Congratulations to the happy couple!

Fairy Lights (by Helen)

This drink is simple syrup, champagne, and a bit of absinthe for its green glow. It's sure to whisk you away, reminiscent of a trip to the Vegas strip, one whose bright lights and wild nights you likely won't remember.

Dancing Lights in the Sky (by Helen)

The truth isn't out there: it's at the bottom of a bottle. And this drink will beam you into the stratosphere with a mixture of gin, crème de violette, blue curaçao and lemon juice, finished off with edible silver power to give it a bit of shine.

Russian roulette (by Layla)

A mix of vodka and cherry liqueur, the drink is topped off with some black liquorice which floats near the bottom of the glass. An edible black rose is set at the side of the glass, which mixes well with the sugar crystal rim.

Straight flush (by Nicole)

.5 oz pineapple vodka, .5 oz mango vodka, .5 oz unflavored vodka, .25 oz lemon vodka, .25 oz lime vodka, Sprite with a splash of pineapple juice & grenadine

Five of a kind makes for a flush. And with the mix of vodkas, soda, and all-around sugar, you're likely to want to stick near the facilities. Especially if you go back for some seconds.

Lucky Lady's Third Charm (by Raluca)

Deep flavors of raspberry and mint blend together in a background of vodka and triple sec. You cannot get enough of this sweet and refreshing taste. The only catch? You may only order three at a time. Gamble on your lucidity today!

Whatever the Fuck They're On (by Raluca)

It's just water. And MDMA. 

Victor's Vigor (by Rainy)

It's good. The black part tastes kind of sour, but the yellow is sickeningly sweet. The gold leaf on top is tasteless, and there's a very sugary rim on the glass. Because for the record: it might be hard to go through the death of the games, but in the end victory is sweet.